#44 The Hidden Culture Behind Burnout in Dentistry with Dr. Michael Forde

<p>In this episode of <em>Influential Dental</em>, Julieanne O’Connor and Michael Keeter sit down with Dr. Michael Forde for a thoughtful conversation on burnout, leadership, and the culture that shapes dentistry from the inside out.</p><p><br></p><p>What begins with Dr. Forde’s journey through prosthodontics, music, mentorship, and Mayo Clinic evolves into a deeper discussion about the roots of dental training, the pressure many clinicians carry, and why psychological safety matters in practices, organizations, and patient care.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, they explore how old models of “toughness” still influence the way dentists are trained and led, and why the future of dentistry may depend on building cultures where people can speak up, grow, and perform at a high level without losing themselves in the process.</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: This episode was recorded while Dr. Michael Forde was serving as Chief Clinical Officer at Paradigm. His role has since changed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>📢 Learn more about the American Dental Institute:</strong></p><p> 🌐 <a href="http://www.americandentalinstitute.com"><u>www.americandentalinstitute.com</u></a> </p><p> 📸 <a href="http://instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute"><u>instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute</u></a> </p><p> 📘 <a href="http://facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando"><u>facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando</u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>📢 Learn more about Influential Dental:</strong> </p><p>🌐 influentialdental.co 📸 <a href="http://instagram.com/influentialdental"><u>instagram.com/influentialdental</u></a></p><p><br></p>