When Dr. David Dodel introduced "DentalCast," his weekly online talk show available via a new and innovative technology known as "podcasting," he expected a few friends to log on. And they did.
What the general dentist with a private practice in Scottsdale, Ariz., didn't anticipate was its instant popularity. In just six weeks, Dr. Dodell's listeners exceeded 300 and the audience is growing. Dentists may listen to DentalCast via personal computer, or synchronize with an iPod or MP3 player.
The weekly program covers the most current dental technology and clinical techniques, from procedures to equipment. "When I first began developing DentalCast," Dr. Dodell noted, "I called on dentist friends to do the show with me. Now, I'm getting the calls from dentists who want to be on the show."
Dr Dodell, a member of the American Dental Association's Council on Communications and Treasurer of the Central Arizona Dental Society, is the founder of the Internet Dental Forum, the oldest online discussion group for dentists.
He lectures nationwide on integrating the Internet into the dental practice and is a highly sought consultant to the dental community on matters relating to technology.
For more information, log onto www.dentalcast.net Dr. Dodell is available for interviews by calling (602) 281-4680.
