Pediatric Dentist. Speaker. Consultant. Mentor!
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I am a multi-passionate leader driven by purpose and joy in serving my patients, profession, and community. As a board-certified pediatric dentist, thought leader, and mentor, I’ve dedicated my career to creating healthy smiles in my practice and building pathways for the next generation of leaders in dentistry and beyond through impactful mentorship.
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Drawing from my leadership experience in private and nonprofit sectors and navigating dentistry as a woman of color, I bring a unique, empathetic, and analytical approach to teaching and problem-solving. Through engaging training sessions and workshops, I share insights that expand knowledge and inspire action.
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DIVERSITY IN DENTISTRY MENTORSHIPS, INC
After learning the shocking statistic that Black dentists represent less than 4% of all U.S. dentists, I knew I had to make a change. I founded Diversity in Dentistry Mentorships, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) organization to strengthen the diversity pathway from middle school to dental school. My mission is to encourage and empower young people of color to pursue a career in dentistry through mentorship to strike a balance in the profession and drive health equity.
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Dr. Joshua Golden
General Dentist
Owner of West Sunrise Dentistry
I enthusiastically endorse Dr. Laila Hishaw! Interacting with her always feels like you are with a loving family member Dr. Hishaw's passion for the projects she is involved in is unmatched because of her hard work and dedication. Her patience and encouragement always inspired me to work harder to ensure I reached her level of excellence. In creating The Golden Foundation, Dr. Hishaw generously offered valuable resources, answered all my questions, and went the extra mile to simplify the process of creating a nonprofit. Thank you Dr. Hishaw for being an amazing mentor and a phenomenal humang being!
Dr. Sadie Mestman
General Dentist
Beverly Hills, CA
Sometimes you sit in a course expecting nothing, and once in a great moon, you get a life-changing, kick-in-the-pants lecture that wakes you up, and gives you a path for more purpose in life, something we all strive for. After listening to Dr. Laila Hishaw's presentation, Leading with Inclusive Leadership, I pivoted. Thankfully, I am now mentoring two students, one in dental school, the other applying both minorities, along with other community service events, Dr. Hishaw opened my eyes, gave me tools and the right push to enjoy more than just dentistry, but a purpose to help those that need us in this profession.
Dr. Grace Yum
Founder & CEO, Mommy Dentist in Business Ltd.
Dr. Hishaw is an excellent speaker who inspires from her real world experience as a woman CEO and clinician. Her mission to bring diversity and inclusion is refreshing to the dental industry.
Dr. Hishaw helps us to see how important this topic is in our working environment, not only for the dental team, but also for the patients we serve. Diversity and Inclusion is highly relevant in today's society. She helps educate our colleagues to be well informed and self aware in our workplace. Dr. Hishaw is well prepared, easy to work with, and a true professional.
Dr. Krista Kunz
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Owner of Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry
There is a real dearth of information about how and why women in healthcare are so disproportionately affected by burnout. Maybe it's partly because soft skills that women excel in aren't valued even though our soft skills hold society together.
Dr. Laila Hishaw has a desire to create and cultivate safe spaces. She saw a glaring inequity and need and created Diversity In Dentistry Mentorships. She also addresses women in healthcare professions and their specific needs.
Dr. Luis Camilo Yepes
Endodontics
President, Hispanic Dental Association
Dr. Hishaw’s insights on the role of ambassadors at HDA were truly enlightening, emphasizing the significance of advocacy and mission driven leadership.
The effective communication strategies she provided have equipped us with the confidence to articulate HDA’s mission and its impactful work, making our pitches more compelling. Thankful for her dedication and passion, which have left a lasting impression on all of us.
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