Dental Sound Bytes Castos https://cmda.org CMDA's Dental Ministries is dedicated to encouraging and supporting dentists in living out their Christian faith in their professional and personal lives. We are an outreach that encourages and supports dental professionals and students as they strive to integrate their Christian faith into all aspects of their lives, while providing opportunities for training and equipping. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:49:09 +0000 en-US © 2025, Christian Medical & Dental Associations® https://episodes.castos.com/612d33357eabb3-37695864/images/podcast/covers/c1a-qo1k1-47k9p0r2bx24-oo1jnk.png Dental Sound Bytes https://cmda.org CMDA's Dental Ministries is dedicated to encouraging and supporting dentists in living out their Christian faith in their professional and personal lives. We are an outreach that encourages and supports dental professionals and students as they strive to integrate their Christian faith into all aspects of their lives, while providing opportunities for training and equipping. Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) episodic CMDA's Dental Ministries is dedicated to encouraging and supporting dentists in living out their Christian faith in their professional and personal lives. We are an outreach that encourages and supports dental professionals and students as they strive to integrate their Christian faith into all aspects of their lives, while providing opportunities for training and equipping. Christian Medical & Dental Associations® scott.rimell@cmda.org false https://feeds.castos.com/j2ogm yes <![CDATA[CDA Members Receive Humanitarian Awards from ADA and AGD]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:49:09 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2427072 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/cda-members-receive-humanitarian-awards-from-ada-and-agd Longtime CMDA members Dr. William Kane and Dr. T. Bob Davis  were recently honored by the two most prominent US dental organizations, the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry with their respective humanitarian awards in 2025. Out of over 200,000 active dentists in the US, it’s truly amazing that both of these award winners are a part of our CDA membership.  Their common goal is to honor Christ through the dental profession, and the Lord has greatly blessed their efforts in multiple areas of personal and professional ministry.

 

]]> false Longtime CMDA members Dr. William Kane and Dr. T. Bob Davis  were recently honored by the two most prominent US dental organizations, the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry with their respective humanitarian awards in 2025. Out of over 200,000 active dentists in the US, it’s truly amazing that both of these award winners are a part of our CDA membership.  Their common goal is to honor Christ through the dental profession, and the Lord has greatly blessed their efforts in multiple areas of personal and professional ministry.

 

]]> 00:35:46 <![CDATA[Healing Purpose: Finding Joy, Faith & Fulfillment in Medicine]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:45:04 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2427092 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/healing-purpose-finding-joy-faith-fulfillment-in-medicine Dr. Mark Topazian joins host Dr. Bill Griffin and co-host Dr. Mike Chupp for a conversation on finding joy, faith, and fulfillment in medicine. A world-class gastroenterologist who has taught and practiced at Yale University and the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Topazian now serves with his wife, Janet, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as missionaries with SIM. Drawing from his new book, Healing Purpose: Finding Satisfaction in a Healthcare Career, Dr. Topazian explores what happens when our calling to help others meets the realities of exhaustion and spiritual fatigue, and how God’s presence transforms even the hardest days of clinical work. Through stories from academic medicine and mission service, he reveals how faith and science form one unified story of healing, and how practicing whole-person care renews both the patient and the provider. Whether you’re a student, a practitioner, or a weary soul in need of renewal, this episode will remind you that your daily work is sacred and filled with purpose.

 

]]> false Dr. Mark Topazian joins host Dr. Bill Griffin and co-host Dr. Mike Chupp for a conversation on finding joy, faith, and fulfillment in medicine. A world-class gastroenterologist who has taught and practiced at Yale University and the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Topazian now serves with his wife, Janet, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as missionaries with SIM. Drawing from his new book, Healing Purpose: Finding Satisfaction in a Healthcare Career, Dr. Topazian explores what happens when our calling to help others meets the realities of exhaustion and spiritual fatigue, and how God’s presence transforms even the hardest days of clinical work. Through stories from academic medicine and mission service, he reveals how faith and science form one unified story of healing, and how practicing whole-person care renews both the patient and the provider. Whether you’re a student, a practitioner, or a weary soul in need of renewal, this episode will remind you that your daily work is sacred and filled with purpose.

 

]]> 00:44:12 <![CDATA[Living Out Ministry in Academia & Healthcare]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:32:33 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2368921 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/living-out-ministry-in-academia-healthcare Dr. Andre Mickel joins Dr. Mike Chupp and Dr. Bill Griffin for a conversation about what it means to boldly follow Jesus in one of the most secular corners of healthcare: academia.

 

]]> false Dr. Andre Mickel joins Dr. Mike Chupp and Dr. Bill Griffin for a conversation about what it means to boldly follow Jesus in one of the most secular corners of healthcare: academia.

 

]]> 00:32:45 <![CDATA[Kingdom Impact Through Dentistry: A Panel Discussion]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:32:42 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2222117 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/kingdom-impact-through-dentistry-a-panel-discussion What inspires Christian dental professionals to see dentistry as a means to the greater end of proclaiming Christ, and how can this be accomplished faithfully and powerfully? Hear from four dental professionals who recognize the transformative power of the Gospel, both for themselves and for those they serve.

 

]]> false What inspires Christian dental professionals to see dentistry as a means to the greater end of proclaiming Christ, and how can this be accomplished faithfully and powerfully? Hear from four dental professionals who recognize the transformative power of the Gospel, both for themselves and for those they serve.

 

]]> 00:56:30 <![CDATA[Caring for Kenyans for a Quarter Century]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:32:27 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2222116 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/caring-for-kenyans-for-a-quarter-century Dr. Warren Rich reluctantly answered the call to dental missionary service in Kenya, and the Lord rewarded him with 25 years of joy-filled memories.  Enjoy this recording of our first plenary session from the 2025 Great Commission Dental Conference, including the introduction given by his daughter, Elise.

 

]]> false Dr. Warren Rich reluctantly answered the call to dental missionary service in Kenya, and the Lord rewarded him with 25 years of joy-filled memories.  Enjoy this recording of our first plenary session from the 2025 Great Commission Dental Conference, including the introduction given by his daughter, Elise.

 

]]> 00:46:45 <![CDATA[Dynamic Mentorship on the Mission Field]]> Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:38:25 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2135865 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/dynamic-mentorship-on-the-mission-field Dr. Herb Gorin and dental student, Nick Greene, had a blast learning from each other and serving the dentally needy in Rwanda on a recent Global Health Outreach mission trip. The nineteen-person team treated over 2,100 patients during the five days of treatment.  It was a tremendous week on several levels – clinically, spiritually, and interpersonally.  Their story illustrates how God can use healthcare professionals at any stage of their careers.

 

]]> false Dr. Herb Gorin and dental student, Nick Greene, had a blast learning from each other and serving the dentally needy in Rwanda on a recent Global Health Outreach mission trip. The nineteen-person team treated over 2,100 patients during the five days of treatment.  It was a tremendous week on several levels – clinically, spiritually, and interpersonally.  Their story illustrates how God can use healthcare professionals at any stage of their careers.

 

]]> 00:30:34 <![CDATA[Dental Dream Finally Fulfilled]]> Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:30:30 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2096965 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/dental-dream-finally-fulfilled It’s never too late to pursue your dreams as illustrated by Dr. Amber Thomas’ recent graduation from dental school.  She had about 10 years on her classmates along with a husband and three children, yet she still found time to be an active member and officer in her CMDA student group.  What she discovered was that her dream was God’s calling, and His grace was sufficient to see her through.

 

]]> false It’s never too late to pursue your dreams as illustrated by Dr. Amber Thomas’ recent graduation from dental school.  She had about 10 years on her classmates along with a husband and three children, yet she still found time to be an active member and officer in her CMDA student group.  What she discovered was that her dream was God’s calling, and His grace was sufficient to see her through.

 

]]> 00:31:37 <![CDATA[The Natural Tooth: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:56:03 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2040140 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/the-natural-tooth-fearfully-and-wonderfully-made-1 Few of us in dentistry would have seen dental anatomy as our favorite course in dental school, but Dr. Samer Zaky has discovered an inherent fascination with the wonders of God’s dental creativity.  God’s exquisite design of teeth cannot be matched by even our best restorative materials and techniques.  For this reason, preservation of natural tooth structure should be our highest clinical goal as dental professionals.

 

]]> false Few of us in dentistry would have seen dental anatomy as our favorite course in dental school, but Dr. Samer Zaky has discovered an inherent fascination with the wonders of God’s dental creativity.  God’s exquisite design of teeth cannot be matched by even our best restorative materials and techniques.  For this reason, preservation of natural tooth structure should be our highest clinical goal as dental professionals.

 

]]> 00:25:58 <![CDATA[Nurturing Seeds of Faith Through CMDA’s Dental Residency [+] Program]]> Fri, 02 May 2025 10:29:33 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/2019001 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/nurturing-seeds-of-faith-through-cmdas-dental-residency-program Dr. Katie Musser, a 2019 graduate of CMDA’s Dental Residency [+] program, is now highly committed to giving other graduates the same opportunity to treat patients with both clinical and spiritual excellence in the U.S. and abroad.

 

]]> false Dr. Katie Musser, a 2019 graduate of CMDA’s Dental Residency [+] program, is now highly committed to giving other graduates the same opportunity to treat patients with both clinical and spiritual excellence in the U.S. and abroad.

 

]]> 00:19:59 <![CDATA[Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2025 22:42:26 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1973978 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/full-time-work-and-the-meaning-of-life-1 Dr. Bill Griffin and Dr. Mike Chupp sit down to have a conversation with well-known financial advisor and author David Bahnsen to talk about his new book, Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life.

 

]]> false Dr. Bill Griffin and Dr. Mike Chupp sit down to have a conversation with well-known financial advisor and author David Bahnsen to talk about his new book, Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life.

 

]]> 00:37:35 <![CDATA[A Career of Local and Global Faithfulness]]> Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:51:36 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1922117 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/a-career-of-local-and-global-faithfulness Dr. Robert Zimmerman’s five decades in dentistry have been driven by a profound zeal to address dental needs through the skills that God has given him.  Whether treating missionaries in his practice, starting a local clinic for the underserved, or providing care and teaching internationally, his efforts were fueled by the love of Christ.

 

 

 

]]> false Dr. Robert Zimmerman’s five decades in dentistry have been driven by a profound zeal to address dental needs through the skills that God has given him.  Whether treating missionaries in his practice, starting a local clinic for the underserved, or providing care and teaching internationally, his efforts were fueled by the love of Christ.

 

 

 

]]> 00:31:47 <![CDATA[The Gospel in Private Practice]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2024 08:55:18 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1816496 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/the-gospel-in-private-practice-1 Dr. Kevin Aduddell strives to provide top-notch dentistry for his patients in Plano, TX.  But he doesn’t stop there.  His ultimate desire is to communicate the love of Christ through the care he provides.  His zeal for the Gospel also inspires him to care for the dentally underserved at a local Christian clinic. Be challenged and encouraged by Dr. Aduddell’s efforts to integrate spiritual care in his private practice.

 

 

 

]]> false Dr. Kevin Aduddell strives to provide top-notch dentistry for his patients in Plano, TX.  But he doesn’t stop there.  His ultimate desire is to communicate the love of Christ through the care he provides.  His zeal for the Gospel also inspires him to care for the dentally underserved at a local Christian clinic. Be challenged and encouraged by Dr. Aduddell’s efforts to integrate spiritual care in his private practice.

 

 

 

]]> 00:28:33 <![CDATA[Dr. Van Haywood: A Student of the Great Physician]]> Fri, 09 Aug 2024 14:01:18 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1797297 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/dr-van-haywood-a-student-of-the-great-physician The Lord has used Dr. Van Haywood to spark a tooth-whitening revolution in the dental profession, and for three decades he has been pouring into the lives of dentists and dental students.  Van’s story goes well beyond the world of academia, which has become his platform to communicate the glory of Christ.  This podcast was previously released throughout CMDA as a CMDA Matters episode.

 

 

 

]]> false The Lord has used Dr. Van Haywood to spark a tooth-whitening revolution in the dental profession, and for three decades he has been pouring into the lives of dentists and dental students.  Van’s story goes well beyond the world of academia, which has become his platform to communicate the glory of Christ.  This podcast was previously released throughout CMDA as a CMDA Matters episode.

 

 

 

]]> 00:36:30 <![CDATA[Salt and Light in Healthcare]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2024 19:15:18 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1760612 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/salt-and-light-in-healthcare-1 Dr. Walt Larimore is hosted by Dr. Bill Griffin and Dr. Mike Chupp in this podcast, which was previously released as a CMDA Matters episode.  Dr. Larimore has been a pioneer for spiritual interventions in healthcare since 1995, when he co-led (along with Pastor Bill Peel) the Saline Solution resource.  Hear how this first resource came about and how Christians in healthcare can best address their patients’ spiritual needs.

 

 

 

]]> false Dr. Walt Larimore is hosted by Dr. Bill Griffin and Dr. Mike Chupp in this podcast, which was previously released as a CMDA Matters episode.  Dr. Larimore has been a pioneer for spiritual interventions in healthcare since 1995, when he co-led (along with Pastor Bill Peel) the Saline Solution resource.  Hear how this first resource came about and how Christians in healthcare can best address their patients’ spiritual needs.

 

 

 

]]> 00:39:07 <![CDATA[Lessons Learned from the ADA’s 2024 Humanitarian of the Year Award Winner]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2024 15:33:51 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1717100 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/lessons-learned-from-the-adas-2024-humanitarian-of-the-year-award-winner-1 Dr. William “Bill” Sasser has enjoyed a long career as a dental missionary and has introduced many others to the excitement and blessings of short-term international mission trips. He established a dental clinic for the underserved in Charleston, SC.  Additionally, he and his wife Susalee are heavily invested in the lives of dental students at the Medical University of South Carolina.  The love of Christ has compelled him to serve in these and many other ways, both domestically and internationally.

 

 

 

]]> false Dr. William “Bill” Sasser has enjoyed a long career as a dental missionary and has introduced many others to the excitement and blessings of short-term international mission trips. He established a dental clinic for the underserved in Charleston, SC.  Additionally, he and his wife Susalee are heavily invested in the lives of dental students at the Medical University of South Carolina.  The love of Christ has compelled him to serve in these and many other ways, both domestically and internationally.

 

 

 

]]> 00:23:11 <![CDATA[Growing in Christ through Physical Hardship]]> Fri, 05 Apr 2024 08:22:20 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1702108 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/growing-in-christ-through-physical-hardship-1 Dr. Joe Bolil has had more than his share of physical challenges over the past few years, yet he continues to serve as an enthusiastic faculty member at Creighton School of Dentistry.  Hear how the power of Christ has enabled faithfulness, despite the suffering he has endured.

 

 

]]> false Dr. Joe Bolil has had more than his share of physical challenges over the past few years, yet he continues to serve as an enthusiastic faculty member at Creighton School of Dentistry.  Hear how the power of Christ has enabled faithfulness, despite the suffering he has endured.

 

 

]]> 00:27:35 <![CDATA[The Signals of Transcendence]]> Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:36:29 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1661719 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/the-signals-of-transcendence-1 Os Guinness talks about his latest book called Signals of Transcendence.

 

 

]]> false Os Guinness talks about his latest book called Signals of Transcendence.

 

 

]]> 00:28:14 <![CDATA[The GHO Dental Experience]]> Mon, 05 Feb 2024 21:20:36 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1654982 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/the-gho-dental-experience-1 Dr. Bill Griffin shares about the exciting opportunities for dentists to use their skills on GHO mission trips.

GHO Trip Calendar: https://gho.servicereef.com/events?sort=upcoming

 

 

]]> false Dr. Bill Griffin shares about the exciting opportunities for dentists to use their skills on GHO mission trips.

GHO Trip Calendar: https://gho.servicereef.com/events?sort=upcoming

 

 

]]> 00:34:17 <![CDATA[We’ve Got Your Back – Ergonomically Speaking]]> Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:15:01 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1618872 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/weve-got-your-back-ergonomically-speaking-1 Krystal’s ergonomic issues, enabling him to collect a wealth of information that he now provides for other dental personnel.  This podcast can put us all in better position for long-term clinical careers.

 

 

]]> false Krystal’s ergonomic issues, enabling him to collect a wealth of information that he now provides for other dental personnel.  This podcast can put us all in better position for long-term clinical careers.

 

 

]]> 00:30:14 <![CDATA[Dentist Trades Successful Practice for Greater Joy in Rwanda]]> Fri, 03 Nov 2023 08:19:04 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1587555 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/dentist-trades-successful-practice-for-greater-joy-in-rwanda  

 

]]> false  

 

]]> 00:35:43 <![CDATA[Kingdom Growth in Rural Kenya Through Dentistry]]> Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:01:48 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1561025 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/kingdom-growth-in-rural-kenya-through-dentistry For the past three years Dr. Caren Abraham has been working to establish the first dental clinic in a region of Kenya that is home to 350,000 people.  Hear how the Lord is greatly blessing her efforts as the Gospel goes forth through the dentistry she provides.

 

 

]]> false For the past three years Dr. Caren Abraham has been working to establish the first dental clinic in a region of Kenya that is home to 350,000 people.  Hear how the Lord is greatly blessing her efforts as the Gospel goes forth through the dentistry she provides.

 

 

]]> 00:23:07 <![CDATA[Cajun Campus Advisor]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 08:21:42 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1541987 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/cajun-campus-advisor-1 Rather than jumping into retirement, Dr. John Ward chose to follow his private practice days with a faculty position in Cajun country at LSU School of Dentistry.  Dr. Ward also serves as Campus Advisor for CMDA’s student group at LSU.  His vast clinical experience over the years is now contributing to the development of the next generation of dentists and he’s having a blast in the process.

 

 

]]> false Rather than jumping into retirement, Dr. John Ward chose to follow his private practice days with a faculty position in Cajun country at LSU School of Dentistry.  Dr. Ward also serves as Campus Advisor for CMDA’s student group at LSU.  His vast clinical experience over the years is now contributing to the development of the next generation of dentists and he’s having a blast in the process.

 

 

]]> 00:36:47 <![CDATA[Trials and Triumph Through Christ]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 08:27:58 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1521298 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/trials-and-triumph-through-christ-1 About a decade ago, Dr. Mark Brunner was diagnosed with a benign inoperable brain tumor.  The physical and mental challenges he faced were overwhelming, but the result has been a closer, deeper walk with his Savior, and also with his wife Stephanie.

 

 

]]> false About a decade ago, Dr. Mark Brunner was diagnosed with a benign inoperable brain tumor.  The physical and mental challenges he faced were overwhelming, but the result has been a closer, deeper walk with his Savior, and also with his wife Stephanie.

 

 

]]> 00:42:33 <![CDATA[Dental Incarnational Discipleship]]> Fri, 07 Jul 2023 19:00:08 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1511771 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/dental-incarnational-discipleship Dr. Katie Musser talks about how God is working to create disciples in dentistry through CMDA’s Dental Residency [+] program in Memphis, Tennessee.

 

 

]]> false Dr. Katie Musser talks about how God is working to create disciples in dentistry through CMDA’s Dental Residency [+] program in Memphis, Tennessee.

 

 

]]> 00:38:37 <![CDATA[WPDC's Dental Champion]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 08:02:55 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1488958 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/wpdcs-dental-champion The dental component of CMDA’s Women Physicians and Dentists in Christ (WPDC) has grown by leaps and bounds over the past few years. Much of this growth is due to the efforts of Dr. Elisa Ghezzi, who has served CMDA in various capacities for a quarter of a century.  She is passionate about connecting females in dentistry for mutual encouragement and fellowship.

 

 

]]> false The dental component of CMDA’s Women Physicians and Dentists in Christ (WPDC) has grown by leaps and bounds over the past few years. Much of this growth is due to the efforts of Dr. Elisa Ghezzi, who has served CMDA in various capacities for a quarter of a century.  She is passionate about connecting females in dentistry for mutual encouragement and fellowship.

 

 

]]> 00:36:52 <![CDATA[Military & Missionary Dentist Moves into Midwest Ministry]]> Fri, 05 May 2023 07:29:03 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1461981 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/military-amp-missionary-dentist-moves-into-midwest-ministry Dr. Jonathan Spenn is CMDA’s new Midwest Regional Dental Coordinator, a position which will allow him to energize dental school ministry across his region.  His vast experience providing dental care to the needy domestically and internationally will be a great asset as he works with students and colleagues.  Hear how his zeal to care for others has taken him to 18 different countries in his 15 years as a dentist.

 

 

]]> false Dr. Jonathan Spenn is CMDA’s new Midwest Regional Dental Coordinator, a position which will allow him to energize dental school ministry across his region.  His vast experience providing dental care to the needy domestically and internationally will be a great asset as he works with students and colleagues.  Hear how his zeal to care for others has taken him to 18 different countries in his 15 years as a dentist.

 

 

]]> 00:22:35 <![CDATA[Loving Patients Battling Substance Abuse]]> Thu, 06 Apr 2023 08:22:09 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1430097 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/loving-patients-battling-substance-abuse Drs. Timothy and Nikki Allen to talk about their work serving the underserved, especially those who are struggling with addiction on this podcast episode.

 

 

]]> false Drs. Timothy and Nikki Allen to talk about their work serving the underserved, especially those who are struggling with addiction on this podcast episode.

 

 

]]> 00:34:39 <![CDATA[Incorporating Spiritual Interventions Into Your Practice]]> Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:43:47 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1429920 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/incorporating-spiritual-interventions-into-your-practice Dr. Cathie Scarbrough talks about bringing your faith into healthcare by incorporating spiritual interventions with Dr. Mike Chupp and Dr. Bill Griffin in this month’s Dental Sound Bytes podcast, which is a re-release of a prior CMDA Matters episode.

 

 

]]> false Dr. Cathie Scarbrough talks about bringing your faith into healthcare by incorporating spiritual interventions with Dr. Mike Chupp and Dr. Bill Griffin in this month’s Dental Sound Bytes podcast, which is a re-release of a prior CMDA Matters episode.

 

 

]]> 00:35:34 <![CDATA[Master Dentist, Philanthropist and More]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2023 09:19:47 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1391246 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/master-dentist-philanthropist-and-more  Dr. Perry Stamatiades, in addition to owning and managing a comprehensive dental practice in Asheville, NC, is a lecturer and author and the creator of a philanthropic entity, Servants of Smiles.

 

 

]]> false  Dr. Perry Stamatiades, in addition to owning and managing a comprehensive dental practice in Asheville, NC, is a lecturer and author and the creator of a philanthropic entity, Servants of Smiles.

 

 

]]> 00:27:07 <![CDATA[Stopping Touchdowns and Tooth Decay]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2023 08:52:10 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1369207 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/stopping-touchdowns-and-tooth-decay Dr. Terry Schmidt, who spent more than a decade playing in the NFL before becoming a dentist and CMDA member, chats with CMDA’s CEO, Dr. Mike Chupp, and CMDA’s Vice President for Dental Ministries, Dr. Bill Griffin, on this release of a recent CMDA Matters podcast.

]]> false Dr. Terry Schmidt, who spent more than a decade playing in the NFL before becoming a dentist and CMDA member, chats with CMDA’s CEO, Dr. Mike Chupp, and CMDA’s Vice President for Dental Ministries, Dr. Bill Griffin, on this release of a recent CMDA Matters podcast.

]]> 00:31:11 <![CDATA[Ministering to Missionaries]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:52:43 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1310355 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/ministering-to-missionaries For over four decades CMDA has held annual conferences to minister to international missionaries and their families with continuing education and encouragement.  R. Bruce Templeton, DMD, is a key player in this effort drawing upon his dental experience in Canada’s far north serving the Inuit people.  Hear how he and others support and strengthen healthcare missionaries around the world. Listen Now!

]]> false For over four decades CMDA has held annual conferences to minister to international missionaries and their families with continuing education and encouragement.  R. Bruce Templeton, DMD, is a key player in this effort drawing upon his dental experience in Canada’s far north serving the Inuit people.  Hear how he and others support and strengthen healthcare missionaries around the world. Listen Now!

]]> 00:21:13 <![CDATA[Benefits of Private Practice Ownership]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:38:22 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1310348 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/benefits-of-private-practice-ownership Greg Gilbaugh, DDS, expounds on leadership principles that can best be exercised through ownership of one’s private practice. Listen Now!

]]> false Greg Gilbaugh, DDS, expounds on leadership principles that can best be exercised through ownership of one’s private practice. Listen Now!

]]> 00:40:03 <![CDATA[Ukraine Dental Outreach]]> Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:47:09 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1268454 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/ukraine-dental-outreach-1 Drs. John Pfefferle and Phil Aday, GHO veteran dentists undeterred by war in Ukraine, joined forces to provide care for orphans and refugees. Listen Now!

]]> false Drs. John Pfefferle and Phil Aday, GHO veteran dentists undeterred by war in Ukraine, joined forces to provide care for orphans and refugees. Listen Now!

]]> 00:29:00 <![CDATA[Canadian Christian Dental Ministry Launched]]> Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:57:17 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1212109 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/canadian-christian-dental-ministry-launched Dr. Katrina “Kate” Brouwer, ICMDA Dental Ministry Manager of Canada, shares her vision for establishing dental ministry across Canada.  Check it out – eh?

]]> false Dr. Katrina “Kate” Brouwer, ICMDA Dental Ministry Manager of Canada, shares her vision for establishing dental ministry across Canada.  Check it out – eh?

]]> 00:26:13 <![CDATA[CMDA Stewardship Development]]> Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:46:54 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1175103 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/cmda-stewardship-development George Courtney and Jamie Mijeski of CMDA’s Stewardship Department share practical advice on financial stewardship and serving God rather than mammon.

]]> false George Courtney and Jamie Mijeski of CMDA’s Stewardship Department share practical advice on financial stewardship and serving God rather than mammon.

]]> 00:32:13 <![CDATA[Recognizing and Dealing with Stress]]> Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:15:29 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1155828 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/recognizing-and-dealing-with-stress Steve Sartori, MD, the former Director of CMDA’s Center for Well-being, shares timeless wisdom to equip us for dealing with the inevitable stresses of our profession.

]]> false Steve Sartori, MD, the former Director of CMDA’s Center for Well-being, shares timeless wisdom to equip us for dealing with the inevitable stresses of our profession.

]]> 00:17:05 <![CDATA[Student Ambassadors for Christ]]> Sun, 15 May 2022 08:20:25 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1113839 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/student-ambassadors-for-christ-1 Dental students Tanner “TJ” Swanson and Caroline Miller share their vision of serving Christ through dentistry, which is developing along with their clinical skills.

]]> false Dental students Tanner “TJ” Swanson and Caroline Miller share their vision of serving Christ through dentistry, which is developing along with their clinical skills.

]]> 00:26:34 <![CDATA[Kevin L. Aduddell, DDS - Faith in the Practice]]> Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:23:01 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/1015590 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/kevin-l-aduddell-dds-faith-in-the-practice-1 Kevin L. Aduddell, DDS discusses his role in the Faith Prescriptions series.

]]> false Kevin L. Aduddell, DDS discusses his role in the Faith Prescriptions series.

]]> 00:23:24 <![CDATA[Dianne Glasscoe Watterson, RDH, BS, MBA - Do It All As To The Lord]]> Sat, 15 Jan 2022 09:25:29 +0000 Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/34291/episode/917806 https://dental-soundbytes.castos.com/episodes/dianne-glasscoe-watterson-rdh-bs-mba-do-it-all-as-to-the-lord-1 Be inspired as you hear how Dianne Watterson has done it all as to the Lord during her extensive career in dentistry.

]]> false Be inspired as you hear how Dianne Watterson has done it all as to the Lord during her extensive career in dentistry.

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