In this week’s episode of the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Sharity introduces listeners to Dr. Bob Russell, Iowa’s Public Health Dental Director, who shares his view on Dental Public Health, as well as the focus from a government perspective.
Episode Highlights:
- Dr. Russell’s professional history
- Dr. Russell’s current role and the qualities that are necessary for such a role
- What to expect when working in a government position
- The keys to Dr. Russell’s success and his advice for others interested in dental administration
- Some current initiatives involving Dr. Russell’s staff
Quotes:
“As my position now, I can…have tens of thousands of people treated because I multiply my efforts because of the programs that we sponsor.”
“It takes a team to get anything done.”
“You can get frustrated to the point that things aren’t happening quickly. You have to refine your strategies, you have to be patient, and you have to look for those opportunities, and when they come, be ready.”
“I consider myself basically a Johnny Appleseed – my job is to drop seeds everywhere, and some ground’s fertile, some ground nothing grows, but you would be amazed later on when you do see the fruit of the work…that’s the excitement.”
“You’ve got to be in it for the long haul.”
Links:
More Protecting our Public Health: https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/protectingourpublichealth/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:
http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429
Iowa Bureau of Oral and Health Delivery Systems homepage:
Dr. Russell’s email: bob.russell@idph.iowa.gov
