Centre for Distinctive Dentistry Blog - Dr. Ned Nippoldt

We just completed our annual CPR update. Lot's of changes for healthcare providers this year. I'm always grateful for the wonderful training we get from our American Heart Association trainer, Rick Lundeen. He drills into us the new steps needed to prepare us for handling any first aid/CPR type emergencies we may encounter for our patients. We also re-review the steps for operating our AED and possible things we may find if we're away from the office and need to use an AED in a different facility.

The annual review always reminds me of the time when I was a lifeguard years ago and had to use my CPR training to rescue a swimmer that was drowning. The swimmer survived, and I've always been grateful for the excellent training I had at that time. The experience emphasized the importance of being prepared with constant training.

At this Thanksgiving time I also think about how grateful I am for the many wonderful patients I've had the opportunity to interact with over the years. Many have been a part of my dental practice from the time they were small children. Now they are adults and bringing in their children. I value each of my patients and think of them as family.

I also value my staff. Each one is dedicated to helping make our patients' experiences truly relaxed and "distinctive". They make it a joy for me to come to work.

Happy Thanksgiving to each of you. If you are located in Woodbury, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Lake Elmo, MN, or Hudson, WI area and are interested in becoming a part of our dental family, please call The Centre for Distinctive Dentistry at 651-739-8573.

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