Sinking Your Teeth into an Associateship Arrangement
Date: March 17, 2011
Co-Author: Philip M. Bogart, Esq.
Many solo dentists hire associates for a variety of reasons, including the ability to enjoy more personal freedom and produce a higher income. Having an additional dentist in the office has numerous advantages. If the associate is a recent graduate, he or she may help attract a younger patient base. If the associate has a different cultural background, this may also attract patients from a different demographic base. Of course, there are certain drawbacks and pitfalls that should be considered and avoided. At the outset, it is vital to ensure that the arrangement is appropriately structured and documented to deal with all of the possible consequences.
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