Empowering Clinicians : Vision, Purpose, and Prosperity in Practice
About this Event
******This event is suitable for PortmanDentex clinicians only.******
This one-day course is designed specifically for clinicians to support both personal and professional growth. It combines self-reflection, practical strategies, and interactive activities to help participants align their careers with long-term success. Using dentistry-specific examples, the course explores how to build a thriving practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Focused on developing inspirational clinicians, the programme encourages growth through mindfulness, gratitude, and a sense of purpose, helping to elevate both career satisfaction and clinical practice.
Led by Dr Merv Druian and Ms Bernita Shelley, this workshop offers a modern, holistic approach to dentistry. It is particularly suited to younger clinicans or those seeking renewed motivation and direction in their careers.
The day is comprehensive and dynamic, covering areas such as personal vision and philosophy, relationship building, case presentation and acceptance, and practice profitability. Through a blend of mindfulness and innovative thinking, attendees will gain practical tools and fresh perspectives.
This promises to be an inspiring and engaging day for the whole team — an opportunity to reconnect with purpose and rediscover a passion for dentistry.
******This event Incudes a light lunch ******
Aims & Objectives
- Develop a clear personal and professional vision.
- Set actionable goals tailored to dental careers.
- Discover or refine your purpose in dentistry.
- Learn profitability strategies for sustainable practice management.
- Build skills for stronger relationships with patients, colleagues, and mentors.
- Incorporate mindfulness techniques to reduce burnout.
Cultivate joy to enhance overall well-being and job satisfaction.
Hosted By
Dr Mervyn Druian
Dr Mervyn Druian shares the same core principles of the Alpha Omega dental society he presides over: commitment, intergrity, family, global oral health, inclusivity, leadership and social justice. Dr Druian has based his entire career on these same values and his aim for this course is to instill them into the personal and professional life of everyone that attends . Within the day, he shares his vast experience to guide you step by step towards achieving success.
Bernita Shelley
Bernita Shelley is a multi-talented dental hygienist, life coach and artist. She combines her passion for oral health, personal growth and creativity to make a positive impact in people’s lives. By travelling different paths, Bernita has been able to cultivate her creativity and interest, allowing her to expand her skills, knowledge and experiences. By exploring various fields, she has gained a diverse set of abilities and perspectives that have been valuable in both her personal and professional life. This intrepid approach has opened up new opportunities, enabled her to adapt to different situations, and enhanced her problem – solving skills. Bernita has found it incredibly fulfilling to pursue these multiple passions and to be able to continue to grow throughout her journey whilst also being a full-time mother to three children. As a dental hygienist for many years at the acclaimed London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry, she is dedicated to promoting oral health and ensuring her patients have healthy and beautiful smiles. Bernita’s skills as a life coach have allowed her to guide and empower herself and others in achievinfg their goals and finding fulfillment. As an artist, Bernita expresses her creativity and brings beauty into the world through her artwork. Bernita’s passion for helping others has led to her co-writing this book with her father, helping to specifically tailor it to the needs of dental professionals.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 105.00 to GBP 125.00
