October 2024 Staff Meeting

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
5:30pm – Cocktails
6:00pm – General Meeting
6:45pm – General Presentation

Dr. Joshua Austin, DDS, MAGD
“The Mental Dental Connection: The Secret to Being a Better Clinician and Leader”

Joshua Austin, DDS, is a former writer for Verywell Health covering dentistry. He is a private-practice dentist in Texas and an instructor in in operative dentistry to dental students. His San Antonio office performs general, family, and cosmetic procedures. He holds a Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Texas

Venue
Laurel Creek Country Club, 701 Centerton Road, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Meeting is free to members(beer and wine gratis, cocktails cash bar) $45 for non-members

Dinner

SAUTÉED CHICKEN BREAST
Prosciutto, Sage, Fresh Mozzarella, White Wine Chicken Jus

NEW ENGLAND SWORDFISH
Tomato Confit, Caper, Italian Parsley, Lemon Butter

MEZZE RIGATONI
Slow Cooked Beef Bolognese

Overview
Anxiety, pain, depression, burnout. Dentistry can be difficult and take a toll. Studies show us that dental professionals experience a high incidence of mental illness. Additionally, many dental professionals don’t clearly understand the mental health conditions that our patients present with, which red flags to watch for or what to do/how to intervene.

Presented in Dr. Joshua Austin’s trademark comedic style, this course explores strategies for working together to improve mental health so we can be our best. Learn how to recognize triggers and warning signs. Identify essential tools and resources. Discover how and when to refer to a mental health professional. Explore and understand mental health terms, common treatments and therapy options. Gain coping mechanisms and learn how to manage expectations – both our own and those of our patients.

Learning Objectives
• Define mental health terms and analyze mental health statistics
• Discover mechanisms for coping with our personal and professional challenges
• Illuminate common DSM-5 diagnoses and characteristics
• Learn how to choose the professionals for our own personal wellness team
• Identify and examine our psychologic triggers and their importance
• Explore the benefits of psychotherapy

There is no charge for this evening’s dinner, (beer and wine provided) and presentation for members.

Non-members are welcomed to attend! Fee for non-members $45.00.

Make your reservations early!

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Please call 856-768-7786 or e-mail by 9/18/24 with your reservation and dinner choice.

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