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The DOC Podcast

The DOC Podcast brings you unique educational content taught by Dr. Mike DeLuke, a Board Certified Orthodontist with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. Dr. DeLuke built his orthodontic practice from scratch in the early 2000s and grew it into a multimillion-dollar enterprise in less than 10 years. He was able to retire from private practice at the age of 46 years old, and now devotes his energy to teaching his colleagues how to succeed both personally and professionally.

Dr. DeLuke has served as a faculty member at numerous hospitals and orthodontic residency programs around the country, including as the cleft craniofacial orthodontist at Albany Medical Center in New York, and as a clinical professor at The University of Connecticut in the Department of Orthodontics. He is presently an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern University in the Department of Orthodontics.

The DOC Podcast will bring you in-depth discussions and interviews with industry leaders and experts on a variety of topics including clinical excellence, practice management, finance and wealth creation, health and wellness, taxes and accounting, fitness, and much more!

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every 7 days
Average duration
72 minutes
Episodes
121
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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The Power of Physical Therapy in Dental & Airway Health (w/Dr. Vincenzo Recine) [Ep.120]

The Power of Physical Therapy in Dental & Airway Health (w/Dr. Vincenzo Recine) [Ep.120]

Episode Overview: In this episode, I welcome Dr. Vincenzo Recine, a physical therapist and founder of Prime Physio, to discuss a holistic approach to health, wellness, and pain management. Dr. Recine…

01:29:06  |   Thu 04 Sep 2025
At What Age Should We Begin Orthodontic Treatment? (w/Dr. Marianna Evans) [Ep.119]

At What Age Should We Begin Orthodontic Treatment? (w/Dr. Marianna Evans) [Ep.119]

Don’t miss this AMAZING conversation with Dr. Marianna Evans!  As a dual-trained orthodontist/periodontist and expert in anthropology, she offers a unique perspective on the etiology of malocclusion,…

01:39:56  |   Thu 28 Aug 2025
Coming Together to Change Our Patients' Lives (w/Drs. Becker, Nguyen, & Weddle) [Ep.118]

Coming Together to Change Our Patients' Lives (w/Drs. Becker, Nguyen, & Weddle) [Ep.118]

Episode Overview:
In this episode, I’m joined by three leaders in dentistry and airway health—Drs. Stacy Becker, Tracey Nguyen, and  Michelle Weddle, founders of the ASAP Pathway. Together, we discus…

01:40:52  |   Thu 21 Aug 2025
Making a Case for Early Orthodontic Treatment (w/Dr. Kevin Boyd) [Ep.117]

Making a Case for Early Orthodontic Treatment (w/Dr. Kevin Boyd) [Ep.117]

Episode Summary:
In this episode, I welcome Dr. Kevin Boyd, a renowned pediatric dentist and expert in early orthodontic intervention, anthropology, and evolutionary oral medicine. Together, we explor…

01:34:29  |   Thu 14 Aug 2025
Making the World a Better Place, One Child at a Time (w/Dr. Loria Nahatis) [Ep.116]

Making the World a Better Place, One Child at a Time (w/Dr. Loria Nahatis) [Ep.116]

Episode Overview: In this episode, I welcome Dr. Loria Nahatis, a board-certified pediatric dentist with a passion for pediatric airway health. Dr. Nahatis shares her journey from traditional pediatr…

01:20:10  |   Thu 07 Aug 2025
What All Dentists Should Know About Airway (w/Dr. Jeff Rouse) [Ep.115]

What All Dentists Should Know About Airway (w/Dr. Jeff Rouse) [Ep.115]

Dr. Jeff Rouse is an educator and clinician who has practiced with the likes of Drs. Frank Spear and Gregg Kinzer.  He is now a Resident Faculty Member at Spear Education and maintains a private prac…

01:35:05  |   Thu 31 Jul 2025
Achieving Professional Prosperity & Financial Freedom (w/Dr. Daniel Camacho) [Ep.114]

Achieving Professional Prosperity & Financial Freedom (w/Dr. Daniel Camacho) [Ep.114]

Episode Overview: In this episode, I welcome Dr. Daniel Camacho, a board-certified orthodontist and owner of Forever Smiles Orthodontics in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Together, we dive deep into the r…

01:47:04  |   Thu 24 Jul 2025
On a Mission to Advance Airway Education (w/Dr. Audrey Yoon) [Ep.113]

On a Mission to Advance Airway Education (w/Dr. Audrey Yoon) [Ep.113]

Don’t miss this fascinating conversation with the amazing and world-renowned Dr. Audrey Yoon!  

We discuss:

  • How Audrey’s journey in sleep medicine began and the role her training at UCLA played in that…
01:09:31  |   Thu 17 Jul 2025
What's Causing the Chronic Disease Epidemic in Our Children? (w/Beth Lambert) [Ep.112]

What's Causing the Chronic Disease Epidemic in Our Children? (w/Beth Lambert) [Ep.112]

In this enlightening episode of The DOC Podcast, I welcome Beth Lambert, a prominent advocate for addressing the root causes of chronic childhood conditions. Beth, the founder and executive director …

01:25:38  |   Thu 10 Jul 2025
The Future of Orthodontics (w/Dr. Tom Pitts) [Ep.111]

The Future of Orthodontics (w/Dr. Tom Pitts) [Ep.111]

I am SO EXCITED to bring you today’s guest, Dr. Tom Pitts.  Dr. Pitts is a true legend in the field of orthodontics who has been practicing and educating for over 50 years.  We have an amazing discus…

01:11:59  |   Thu 03 Jul 2025
The Evolution of Airway Dysfunction, Malocclusion, & Chronic Disease (w/Dr. Mark Cruz) [Ep.110]

The Evolution of Airway Dysfunction, Malocclusion, & Chronic Disease (w/Dr. Mark Cruz) [Ep.110]

In this episode of the DOC Podcast, I welcome Dr. Mark Cruz, a dentist with a distinguished career, including serving as assistant director at the UCLA Center for Aesthetic Dentistry and on the edito…

01:20:55  |   Thu 26 Jun 2025
Evidence-Based Practice, CBCT, Mouth Breathing, & Sleep Studies (w/Drs. Harrell & McIntosh) [Ep.109]

Evidence-Based Practice, CBCT, Mouth Breathing, & Sleep Studies (w/Drs. Harrell & McIntosh) [Ep.109]

In this episode of the DOC podcast, I am joined by Dr. David McIntosh, an ENT specialist, and Dr. Bill Harrell, an orthodontist.  We delve into the topics of evidence-based medicine, the significance…

02:06:01  |   Thu 19 Jun 2025
Beyond Straight Teeth: Rethinking Orthodontic Orthodoxy (w/Dr. Barry Raphael) [Ep.108]

Beyond Straight Teeth: Rethinking Orthodontic Orthodoxy (w/Dr. Barry Raphael) [Ep.108]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I dive into a fascinating discussion with Dr. Barry Raphael, an esteemed orthodontist who has revolutionized treatments to address airway-centered dysfunctions.  

 

01:19:39  |   Thu 12 Jun 2025
A Focus on Diagnosis & Preventative Care in Orthodontics (w/Dr. Jack Fisher) [Ep.107]

A Focus on Diagnosis & Preventative Care in Orthodontics (w/Dr. Jack Fisher) [Ep.107]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jack Fisher, an esteemed orthodontist with decades of experience in both clinical practice and education. Dr. Fisher shares his journey, from ove…

01:22:34  |   Thu 05 Jun 2025
A Holistic Approach to the Management of Sleep Apnea (w/Dave McCarty, MD) [Ep.106]

A Holistic Approach to the Management of Sleep Apnea (w/Dave McCarty, MD) [Ep.106]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, my guest is Dr. Dave McCarty, a board-certified expert in internal and sleep medicine. 

 

Dr. McCarty discusses his journey from a primary care internist to an innov…

01:27:28  |   Thu 29 May 2025
The Importance of Normalizing Craniofacial Growth (w/Dr. German Ramirez) [Ep.105]

The Importance of Normalizing Craniofacial Growth (w/Dr. German Ramirez) [Ep.105]

In this episode, I welcome Dr. German Ramirez, an expert in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics with a PhD in oral biology. We discuss Dr. Ramirez's career journey from Colombia to Canada and his un…

01:25:11  |   Thu 22 May 2025
Mastering Personal & Professional Growth (w/Dino Watt) [Ep.104]

Mastering Personal & Professional Growth (w/Dino Watt) [Ep.104]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I welcome Dino Watt to discuss personal and professional development. We dive into Dino's background, exploring how his diverse experiences in acting, DJing, and b…

01:36:17  |   Thu 15 May 2025
Orthodontists Can Be So Much More Than Tooth Straighteners (w/Drs. Ferrari & Larios) [Ep.103]

Orthodontists Can Be So Much More Than Tooth Straighteners (w/Drs. Ferrari & Larios) [Ep.103]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I’m joined by Doctors Claire Ferrari and Allie Larios of Ferrari Larios Orthodontics in Kensington, California. Together, they discuss transforming patient care th…

01:22:01  |   Thu 08 May 2025
The Intersection of Periodontics & Orthodontics (w/Dr. George Mandelaris) [Ep.102]

The Intersection of Periodontics & Orthodontics (w/Dr. George Mandelaris) [Ep.102]

On this episode of The DOC Podcast, I sit down with Dr. George Mandelaris, a leading expert in periodontology and dental implant surgery.  Dr. Mandelaris shares his extensive journey from Flint, Mich…

01:10:38  |   Thu 01 May 2025
Why Are Primary-Care Dentists Doing Interceptive Orthodontics? (w/Dr. Jenna Schwibner) [Ep.101]

Why Are Primary-Care Dentists Doing Interceptive Orthodontics? (w/Dr. Jenna Schwibner) [Ep.101]

In recent years, more non-orthodontists have begun doing interceptive orthodontics.  Why is that, and what role are orthodontists playing in this shift?  I discuss that and much more with Dr. Jenna S…

01:27:56  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
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