Dr. Richard Low

Next Level Dentist

Business EN ↓ 29 episodes

“What now? If you’re a dentist who’s "Made It"—more money, patients, and success than you ever dreamed—and you still feel empty… or if you’ve hit the wall with stress and burnout… this podcast is for you. Real stories. Raw conversations. No fluff. This is the Next Level Dentist podcast. Stories from dentists who’ve faced the crash, chased success, and asked what’s next—and found answers in their health, marriage, practice, and purpose. I’m Dr. Richard Low—founder of Shared Practices, the #1 rated dental podcast with over 3 million downloads, and ex-CEO of a 35-office group. I’ve lived both the...

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Dr. Richard Low

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Ep3 The Exact Words to Use When A Friend Sounds Suicidal 15.10.2025 1:00:20

This episode is a practical, compassionate walkthrough of what to say and do when someone hints at suicide—especially in high-stress clinical settings. Counselor and spiritual leader Steven Kalas joins me to unpack clear steps you can use right away: how to make the covert overt , ask direct safety questions, assess plan → means → intent , remove access to means, and when/how to request a welfare...

Ep2 Suicide in Dentistry: Navigating Shadows Through Counseling w Steven Kalas - Pt 1 08.10.2025 54:24

Transforming Marriages and Tackling Dentist Suicide with Steven Kalas | Next Level Dentist Podcast In this episode of the Next Level Dentist Podcast, host Richard welcomes Steven Kalas, a seasoned couples counselor who has profoundly impacted Richard's own marriage. Steven shares insights from his extensive work with couples and his experience as an ordained Episcopal priest. The conversation delv...

Ep1 Overcoming Loss: Understanding Suicide in Dentistry w Micheye Harper, En Memoriam of Dr. Mike Harper 01.10.2025 1:23:58

Overcoming Loss: Understanding Suicide in Dentistry Join us in Next Level Dentist: Rising Beyond Burnout if you want a community where you're safe to talk about your struggles. If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you’re outside the U.S., please...

EP0: Successful Yet Empty or Burned Out 25.09.2025 4:48

Crash & Burn - Success and Burnout in Dentistry: Episode 0 Welcome to the first episode of the Next Level Dentist Podcast, hosted by Dr. Richard Low. Dr. Low, founder of the Shared Practices Podcast, shifts focus from dental practice ownership to the challenges stemming from success in dentistry. This episode delves into important topics like burnout, mental health, and the alarming rate of su...