Abstract
Written by oral surgeon Dr. Anish Gupta, this reflective essay explores the connection between clinical mastery and patient-centered hospitality in surgical practice. Defining practice core values as "be the best, do the best" and "unreasonable patient-centeredness," the author illustrates how technical expertise frees clinicians to be fully present and empathetic with anxious patients. The article emphasizes that clinical competence should serve to alleviate patient fear, remove practice friction, and elevate the healthcare experience through mindful, compassionate service.
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Gupta, Anish D.D.S.
(2026)
"Oct. 2026 - Mastery Creates Presence,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 108:
No.
10, Article 7.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol108/iss10/7
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