The Endo Files: the endodontic experts podcast

Specialized Dental Partners amplifying the voices of clinicians and industry insiders

The Endo Files Podcast is a show for endodontists and other dental specialists looking to gain insights, education, and inspiration from their peers. Brought to you by Specialized Dental Partners (formerly US Endo Partners), each episode features a rich conversation between industry experts, highlighting personal perspectives on the specialty, including clinical best practices, hot topics, work-life balance, innovative technologies, and so much more!

From harnessing mental toughness to thriving in the demanding field of endodontics and other specialties, to the importance of giving back and investing your time to help develop the next generation of leaders, Season One covered myriad topics appealing to clinicians in every stage of career. Season Two is digging even deeper!

Season two: new co-hosts and deeper dives

The Endo Files is hosted by a rotating line-up of experts, each bringing a different perspective to the table! You’ll hear dynamic conversations led by Dr. Diwakar Kinra and Dr. Brett Gilbert, among other clinicians, along with longtime industry insider and seasoned podcast host, Kim Livesay Brownell of Specialized Dental.

New and notable from season two

Securing Your Spot: Insider Tips for Standout Residency Applications — Dr. Adham Azim and Dr. Diwakar Kinra

Dr. Adham Azim is an Associate Professor and the Chair of the Endodontic Department at the University of the Pacific’s School of Dentistry and CEO of Endolit.

Dr. Kinra leads an in-depth discussion on the requirements and considerations for dental students interested in pursuing specialty programs like Endodontics, highlighting strategies and tips that students can use to help their applications stand out from the rest.

In Conversation with the Dean of Harvard’s School of Dental Medicine — Dr. William Giannobile

An alumnus of Harvard himself, possessing advanced degrees in periodontology and oral biology, Dr. Giannobile shares his career journey while reflecting on the evolving process of applying to specialty programs and offers his perspective on the integrated healthcare model and its pivotal role in the future of dentistry.

ICYMI: highlights from season one

• Endo Never Sleeps: Setting Boundaries and Thriving Through Grind — David Landwehr, Capital Endodontics
• Why Mental Toughness is the Endodontist’s Superpower — Reid Pullen, Brea Endodontics
• Why Chasing Excellence is More Sustainable than Chasing Perfection — Brett Gilbert, King Endodontics
• The Symbiotic Relationship Between Radiology and Endodontics, and Going Back to School — Bruno Azevedo aka “The Cone Beam Guy”
• Resident Lessons, Side Hustles, and the Importance of Work-Life Balance — Diwakar Kinra, Contemporary Endodontics
• Paying it Forward: Investing in the Specialty to Shape the Future — Scott Doyle, Metropolitan Endodontics
• Advice for Current Residents and New Endodontic Associates — Allen Abrishami, Brea Endodontics
• In Conversation with The Pulpinato — Daniel Tran, Belle Meade Endodontics
• The Case for Faster Procedures: Leaning Down to Maximize Efficiency — Tim Adams, Summit Boulevard Endodontics
• And MORE!

If you’re looking to differentiate yourself and your practice, to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in the field, and to connect with other specialists on a personal level, The Endo Files is an excellent resource to add to your toolkit.

The podcast is available for free on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode!

This information was provided by Specialized Dental Partners.