Pediatric Dentist.
Speaker. Author.
Mentor!
I am a multi-passionate leader who finds purpose and joy in serving my patients, profession, and community. I am a board-certified pediatric dentist, thought leader, and mentor. Answering the call to inspire change and strike a balance in our dental workforce, sparked a mentorship movement that is nurturing untapped potential and creating pathways toward success for the next generation of leaders in dentistry and beyond.
Ways To Work With Me
Private & Group Executive Mentorship
While I have achieved significant milestones in my dental practice, I felt a deeper calling to do more—leadership coaching has helped me realize that vision! You, too, are called to make an impact, and I am here to empower you to embrace and act on your divine calling. Through my executive mentorship program, I bring my extensive experience as a mother, practice owner, speaker, author, and nonprofit leader to equip you with the tools to thrive personally and professionally. Book a complimentary call with me—let’s collaborate to help you live the life you are destined for.
Keynotes, Workshops & Presentations
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. Check out my Speaker Packet to explore the topics I cover.
This is For You!
1
Are you a V.I.P. (Very Impactful Person) seeking inspiration and guidance? My blog is for you! Join me in answering ‘The Call’ to embrace a purpose-driven life fueled by passion.
2
For exclusive previews of my blog content and updates on mentoring, workshops, and our nonprofit initiatives, sign up for my newsletter! Let’s keep in touch.
Featured On:
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.
CAVITY FREE KIDS
Give your kids the very best start to a healthy life! My Amazon Best-Seller is a must-have resource guide that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to provide the best oral healthcare at every stage of your child’s development while instilling a lifelong commitment to taking care of their teeth!
Why they love Dr. Laila Hishaw
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 human being!
Dr. Joshua Golden
General Dentist
Owner of West Sunrise Dentistry
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. Sadie Mestman
General Dentist
Beverly Hills, CA
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 todays society. She helps educate our colleagues to be well informed and self aware in our work place. Dr. Hishaw is well prepared, easy to work with, and a true professional.
Dr. Grace Yum
Founder & CEO,
Mommy Dentist in Business, Ltd.
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. Krista Kunz
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Owner of Magnolia Pediatric Dentistry
