Behind a Smile with Dr. Shauntel Ambrose
I host a podcast that shares the secrets behind some of the most resilient healthcare businesses worldwide, innovative products, savvy strategies and daily inspiration to reach your ultimate in your healthcare career. I interview the movers and shakers of healthcare who courageously push boundaries. Whether you a start-up, or needing a push to keep going or a family business or looking for mentorship without the business know-how. This is an all-inclusive, keeping it real, not for the faint-hearted, haters or the nay-sayers live your best life as a member of a global community in healthcare podcast!
Episodes
40 episodes
Anesthetic Mastery and Emotional Resilience in Dentistry with Dr. Celeste Houston
Join me as I sit down with the extraordinary Dr. Celeste Houston, who shares her journey from a conservative upbringing in Durban to becoming a specialist anesthesiologist with a special interest in cardiac and vascular anesthesia.Dr. Houst...
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Insights from Leading Paediatric Surgeon Dr. Amanda Ngobese
Join us as we welcome Dr. Amanda Ngobese, a trailblazing pediatric surgeon known shares her inspiring journey, detailing her passion for burns management, minimal access surgery, and urology. Raised in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal Dr. Ngobese o...
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38:15
Emma King on Advanced Whitening Techniques and Personal Perseverance
What if achieving a radiant smile could be tailored just for you? Join us on Behind a Smile where we welcome the remarkable Emma King, an independent oral hygienist with over three decades of experience and nearly 9,000 teeth-whitening cases to...
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Balancing Passion and Profession in Neonatal Care with Dr. Takoordeen
Surviving a rare tumour at just six months old and allowing that experience to fuel a lifelong commitment to saving lives is the remarkable journey of Dr. Raksha Takoordeen, our inspiring guest in this episode of "Behind a Smile." From her work...
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37:47
Celebrating Women's Month: Tebatso Mutibi on the Vital Role of Dental Assistants and Ethical Integrity in Healthcare
Join us as we celebrate Women's Month with the inspiring Tebatso Mutibi. Through an intimate conversation, Tebatso shares her journey from being inspired by her aunt to earning a Master's in Health Sciences and a BTech in Medical Orthotics and ...
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43:09
Creating Harmonious Work Environments and Strong Partnerships in Healthcare
Unlock the secrets to a fulfilling professional life with insights from Mandy Hoddinott, a trailblazing physiotherapist, psychologist, and coach. Mandy takes us on her fascinating journey from an interest in equine therapy to becoming a multi-t...
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32:42
Embracing Opportunities and Building a Brand in a New Country
Ever wondered what it takes to transition from one country to another while building a successful dental practice? Join us as Misha Smiet and Dr. Vanitha Smiet-Naidoo share their inspiring journey from South Africa to the Netherlands, delving i...
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38:11
Heartfelt Reflections on Compassionate Care and the Impact of Mentorship in Dentistry with Dr. Kavir Rajkumar
As I sit with my heart full of memories, I can't help but remember how my late father's enduring spirit shaped my path in healthcare. Joined by my husband and mentor, Dr. Kavir Rajkumar, this episode of Behind a Smile is a deeply personal explo...
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Balancing the Art and Science in Paediatric dentistry and Myofacial Pain Syndrome with a Family Touch
Discover the intricate tapestry of family, mentorship, and healthcare with Dr. Chelsea Cahi, a dentist who has integrated and grown her passion for Paediatric dentistry and Myofacial Pain Disorder into a blossoming patient-centric addition to t...
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Embracing the Next Wave of Dental Innovations for Healthier Smiles
Uncover the future of oral care with IvoDent/Ivohealth as we explore a new realm of dental health innovation. Their insights on the Oclean X Ultra S electric toothbrush, equipped with AI voice guidance and magnetic levitating motor technology, ...
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32:27
Crafting Healthier Smiles and a Healthier Planet with Kindbrush
Chrismarie Barnardt is the oral Hygienist behind the eco-friendly dental care brand Kindbrush. As the founder of Kindbrush, she shares her incredible diversification from oral hygienist to entrepreneur, proving that necessity truly can be the m...
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Be the Best Version of Yourself serving Excellence Globally with Dr. Meglin Rathnasamy
When Dr. Meglin Rathnasamy decided to transport his life and dental practice from the rich landscapes of South Africa to the bustling cityscapes of Australia, little did he know the odyssey that awaited. As he sat down with me, Shauntel A...
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Pioneering Dental Health: Dr. Ahmad Hamdan on the Evolution of Periodontics and Oral Care Innovation
Join the enlightening journey with me, Shauntel Ambrose, as I sit down with Dr. Ahmad Hamdan, a periodontist par excellence from the University of Jordan, whose academic and clinical journey has taken him from the historic halls of Parisi...
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Elevating Life Quality through Collaborative ENT Care
Embark on an auditory journey with me, Shauntel Ambrose, as I engage in a riveting conversation with Dr. Karjieker, also affectionately known as Dr. K. Our discussion hones in on the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in ENT medicine, ...
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Leading with Excellence: Anri Bernardo on Navigating Healthcare Leadership and the Future of Oral Hygiene in South Africa
Ever thought about how leadership and collaboration shape the healthcare industry? We have Anri Bernardo, the President of OHASA, joining us to share her leadership style and how she navigates the challenges of managing a diverse team spread ac...
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Unveiling the World of Multi-Practice Dentistry and the Innovation of Smile Bar with Dr. Dineshen Govender.
What if you could take a sneak peek behind the world of multi-practice dentistry and get an insider’s view? Dr. Dineshen Govender, the mastermind behind a nationwide network of dental practices and the innovative Smile Bar, joins us to sh...
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Scaling Multi-Practice Operations and Innovating Dental Care with Dr. Dineshan Govender
Ready to take your dental practice to the next level? In another engaging episode, we chat it up with Dr. Dineshan Govender, founders of the multi-practice dental business, The Smile Bar. Dr. Dineshen Govender graciously peels back the curtain ...
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44:15
Bonus Snippet with Dr. Thabo Twala
Dr. Thabo Twala, the president and CEO of the Dental Professionals Association (DPA), shares his journey and the history of the DPA. He discusses the challenges faced by dentists in South Africa, particularly in rural areas, and the importance ...
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Journey through South African Dentistry: Triumphs and Challenges with Dr. Thabo Twala
Ever walked in the shoes of a dentist in South Africa? Come, join us in a captivating journey with Dr. Thabo Twala, the President and CEO of the Dental Professionals Association (DPA) in South Africa. As a young graduate navigating through the ...
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36:26
Building Smiles: The Work and Impact of The Smile Foundation
Join us on a journey into the heart of the Smile Foundation, an organization reshaping the lives of children with cleft lip and palate. Sylvia, a brave mother and Gauteng- coordinator for this incredible foundation, opens up about her own child...
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26:32
The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence with Dr. Kim Pedro-Beech
From the heart of South Africa's Western Cape, we bring you an intimate conversation with a trailblazer in maxillofacial surgery, Dr. Kim Pedro- Beech. Being one of the only women to have broken the gender barriers in this field in the region, ...
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Bonus Snippet with Dr. Kim Pedro-Beech
Having just completed her fellowship in cleft lip and palate in Hyderabad, India, Dr. Kim Pedro-Beech speaks to us about her passion as one of the first female Maxillofacial and Oral surgeons in the Western Cape. She finds balance in mountain-b...
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Diversify your Portfolio with Dr Rohini Bisaal
Imagine doing aesthetic and orthodontic dental care by day and seamlessly transforming into a glamorous brand ambassador and social media icon at night. This is the life of Dr. Rohini Bisaal. Although living her dream now, she speaks about bein...
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Bonus Snippet with Dr. Rohini Bisaal
Dr. Rohini Bisaal shares a refreshing and upbeat perspective of the importance of self-care in her day job as a dentist, and her afterhours job as a brand ambassador, social media icon and part-time model.She shows determination and p...
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Championing Children’s Dental Health: The Inspiring Story of Dr. Londiwe Sibisi-Maboye
What if every child had access to dental care, regardless of their economic background? That's the mission driving our guest today, the dynamic Dr. Londiwe Sibisi-Maboye, who through her Kids Dental Home Foundation, is making this vision a real...
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