The Fulcrum Podcast

Episode 9 - The Drill - July 2025

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The Fulcrum Podcast

Abstract

In the inaugural episode of The Drill, Ryan Dunn, CEO of the Virginia Dental Association (VDA), provides a concise update on the latest activities and initiatives. The episode covers three key areas from the VDA's strategic plan: powerful advocacy, professional development, and practice success. Dunn discusses the workforce challenges, including a shortage of dental hygienists, and highlights efforts such as the new Richmond hygiene school opening in 2026. Other topics include the introduction of an affiliate membership program for dental office staff and the D.I.G. Tracker for monitoring dental insurance grievances. Listeners are encouraged to stay informed and share the updates with their peers.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Workforce Article: New State Report Finds Significant Dental Hygienist Workforce Shortages Throughout Virginia

D.I.G. Tracker: https://www.vadental.org/dental-insurance-grievance-tracker

VDA Member Perks: https://www.vdamemberperks.com/

EPISODE CREDITS

Host: Ryan Dunn

Post-Production/Editor: Shannon Jacobs

Subscribe, share, and send your feedback and topic ideas to thefulcrumpodcast@vadental.org.

The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only, and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional, medical, or legal advice.

Music in this episode from Epidemic Sound

Publication Date

7-3-2025

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