Episode 64 - Dr. Chris Paolino | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
In this episode, Brian chats with Dr. Christopher Paolino, a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who owns practices in Glen Mills, PA and Wilmington, DE.
Listen in while Dr. Paolino shares his interest in oral surgery. He explains the extensive training he went through to become a board-certified specialist. Chris talks about the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur during the pandemic and how to prepare yourself for becoming a successful surgeon. You’ll love Dr. Paolino’s incredible trauma stories from the emergency room. Find out why being an oral and maxillofacial surgeon is America’s best kept secret.
If you only have 10 minutes:
2:08 - Learn about Chris’ practice, the most common procedures performed, and the types of patients he sees
6:00 - Chris’ background, education, and training
10:15 - Most disgusting thing Chris has ever seen as a surgeon. (CW: unpredictable trauma, if you’re easily grossed out, you might want to skip this part)
19:00 - Dentistry as a business - do they actually prepare you to be an entrepreneur AND a surgeon in medical school?
26:45 - The future of medicine as a business + effects of government reform
32:40 - The rapid fire round (basketball players, hobbies, and a patient success story)
Thanks for joining us on the show, Chris, it was great chatting with you! Cheers!
HAPPY ½ HOUR DRINKS:
Juicy Little Thing IPA by Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - Brian rates it a 4 out of 5
Learn more about Dr. Chris Paolino or connect with him on Instagram
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