About Dr. James, The Mentoring Dentist
Brian L. James DDS is a first generation dentist, graduating from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. He practiced general dentistry in rural Iowa for 32 years, retiring just shy of his 59th birthday. He built 3 scratch start practices serving over 10,000 patients. Dr.James practiced solo and in a group, employing associate dentists, including an orthodontist and multiple hygienists. His practices were considered super general practices meaning he provided most all procedures. Dr. James has lectured to dentists and their staff educating them on clinical and business topics focusing on private practice. He has addressed dental students giving them the hope that they too can develop a profitable practice .His insight and advice can fast track the dentist to a successful and rewarding career. Dentistry Today recognized Dr. James as a Top Clinician in Continuing Education for his efforts.
Dr. James founded a weekend dental assisting program recognized by the Iowa Dental Board and also provided training for expanded function dental assistants.
Dr. James serves as a practice broker in the state of Iowa. He has teamed up with Integrity Practice Sales working with Dr. Bill and Trevor Kimball. They founded the practice brokerage in 2014. This will allow Iowa dentists to get in front of more buyers and gain great exposure to DSOs. Click on the link Integrity Practice Sales practice valuation calculator to get a value for your practice in Iowa, California, Nevada, or Arizona. Integrity Practice Sales has a secure encrypted site and has closed over 150 sales in the past 2 years. This represents one of the highest sales volumes of any broker in the country.
Follow Your Dreams
Faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1
You had dreams of success when you began your journey to become a dentist. The possibilities were endless. You made such a sacrifice of time and money to study and to finance your education. There have been moments of hopefulness and times when you questioned your decision.
DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED!
It’s not an accident that you are here at The Mentoring Dentist. I’m here to help , guide and encourage you. You absolutely can achieve your goal of success in dentistry, whatever that looks like to you! You took the first step in searching for someone who is doing or has done what you want to do. Be open to what they are sharing. I am a first-generation dentist. It’s all I ever wanted to do. I owned my practices. I may not have all the answers but believe me my easy-to-follow system works! I lived it every day. My staff followed my lead. We provided excellent patient care and were rewarded with a large patient following. The financial reward follows! I had a few select mentors who helped guide me but it was still up to me. You will work hard! There will be challenges! The reward will be great but you have to have the courage to FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS!