Managing Expectations for Ultimate Patient Success-Managing Expectations for Ultimate Patient Success Slides

Managing Expectations for Ultimate Patient Success Slides

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This document is a presentation by Erica M. Johannes, DDS, D. ABDSM on managing expectations for successful oral appliance therapy. The presentation aims to discuss aligning provider and patient outcome expectations and responsibilities. The content covers definitions of success from the perspectives of sleep physicians, PCPs, dentists, and patients. It also addresses the importance of communication and setting appropriate expectations with patients, physicians, and staff. The presentation emphasizes the need for effective communication, managing patient expectations, and educating patients on the process, side effects, and costs of oral appliance therapy. It also highlights the importance of finding the "why" behind a patient seeking treatment and working collaboratively with medical colleagues. The presentation concludes with book recommendations on leadership and personal development, and the importance of making a positive impact through one's actions.

Keywords

oral appliance therapy

managing expectations

provider and patient outcomes

sleep physicians

PCPs

dentists

communication

setting expectations

patient education

collaboration with medical colleagues