This Year's Theme

Excelling Through Adversity

Keynote: Mastering Difficult Conversations

Dr. Eve Meceda

Difficult conversations – whether we choose to engage in them or avoid them – cause a tremendous amount of stress and friction in both professional and personal relationships.  But what if there were ways to make these conversations both more successful – and less painful?

In this session, we begin by identifying the five most common conversation “derailers” – the behaviors and conditions that most often contribute to conversations going off the rails.  Once we understand why things so often go badly, we turn our attention to how to consistently ensure that conversations go better.  

Here, we focus on four specific, actionable strategies that can help get a difficult conversation back on track – or, even better, prevent it from going downhill in the first place.

This new session brings the same combination of rigorous research and deep practical experience to the art and science of mastering difficult conversations.

  • Dr. Robert Grover

  • Dr. Sashi Nallapati

  • Dr. Adam Davis

  • Dr. Kirk Huffaker

  • Meg Poag

  • Dr. Pushpak Narayana

  • Dr. Ali Etemad

  • Dr. Kristina Mitro

  • GROW

    Unlock professional development with focused sessions that provide actionable insights for both clinicians and staff. Implement what you learn immediately to improve your practice.

  • GET INSPIRED

    Hear from renowned speakers who will provide fresh perspectives and inspire both your professional and personal growth.

  • CONNECT

    Join a vibrant community of endodontic professionals, including clinicians and support staff, all passionate about advancing their skills and knowledge.

  • ENJOY

    Experience the luxurious Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, a AAA 4-Diamond rated waterfront resort. Benefit from exclusive training, workshops, and networking opportunities in a stunning setting.

Something For Everyone

Clinicians

  • World-Class Continuing Education: Engage in cutting-edge lectures and hands-on sessions led by leading experts in the field. Gain new insights and advanced techniques that will elevate your clinical practice.
  • Comprehensive Clinical Program: Participate in focused workshops and training sessions that go beyond the basics, covering advanced topics in endodontics and practice management.

Staff

  • Master TDO Software: Specialized sessions designed to enhance your proficiency with TDO Software. Learn everything from patient registration and financial monitoring to advanced customization and reporting.
  • Hands-On Training: The Demo Operatory offers two full days of practical training in ergonomics, assisting, and photography—skills that will increase efficiency and productivity in your office.
  • Professional Development: Engage in roundtables and discussions tailored for office managers and clinical assistants. Learn from experienced peers about overcoming common challenges and implementing effective solutions.
  • Invaluable Takeaways: Return to your practice with actionable knowledge and skills that can be implemented immediately, improving office operations and enhancing patient care.
  • Thursday

    November 6, 2025

    CE Expert Session
    9:00am – 5:00pm

    Exhibit Hall
    8:00am – 5:00pm

    Speaker Reception
    5:30pm

  • Friday

    November 7, 2025

    CE Doctor and Staff Sessions
    8:00am – 5:00pm

    Demo Operatory
    8:00am – 5:00pm

    Exhibit Hall
    7:00am – 5:00pm

    Learning Lab
    8:00am – 5:00pm

    Postgrad Resident Lunch
    12:30pm

    Cocktail Reception & Dinner
    6:00pm

  • Saturday

    November 8, 2025

    CE Doctor and Staff Sessions
    8:00am – 5:00pm

    Demo Operatory
    8:00am – 5:00pm

    Exhibit Hall
    7:00am – 5:00pm

    Learning Lab
    8:00am – 4:00pm

Waterfront Venue & Accomodations

The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is a AAA 4-Diamond rated luxury resort hotel located on the waterfront in downtown San Diego. A limited number of discounted room rates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Rooms based on hotel availability.

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