Ep. 16: Dr. Chris Feldman – Orthodontic Culture, Analog vs. Digital Debate, Mullet Mindset & Profitability

Dr. Chris Feldman is a passionate Louisiana-based orthodontist known for his charismatic personality, mullet haircut, and unwavering authenticity. While he may be considered an “analog” orthodontist who prefers traditional twin brackets over the latest tech, Chris brings powerful insights on leadership, profitability, and culture-building that every orthodontic innovator can learn from.On this episode, you will discover:How Chris grew a successful orthodontic practice by building a strong team culture rooted in loyalty and trustA candid debate on analog versus digital orthodontic workflows, including clear aligners and custom bracesWhy profitability and overhead should be at the forefront of every orthodontist’s decision-makingThe value of authenticity, self-confidence, and personal brandingReal-world strategies for delivering exceptional care without over-relying on technologyRecorded November 12, 2021 at the Entrepreneurial Orthodontist Summit in Denver, CO.Generous support for this podcast comes from Fishbein Fundamentals and Dentaurum.Join the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration.The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.