Compensating associates in general practices is often a topic with differing opinions. Also, there are several variables that can have an effect on an associate’s compensation.
Allen Schiff, CPA, CFE, has been working with dentists and their finances for many years. Here’s some of the advice he gives his clients, and he shares some of his thoughts in this short video chat with Dr. Chris Salierno.
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About the Author

Chris Salierno, DDS
Chief Dental Officer, Tend
Chris Salierno, DDS, is a general dentist from Long Island, New York. He graduated from Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine in 2005. Dr. Salierno lectures internationally on clinical dentistry, practice management, and leadership development. In 2017 he became a chief development officer with the Cellerant Consulting Group, and he was the chief editor of Dental Economics from 2014 to 2021. In 2021, he became the chief dental officer at Tend. He can be reached on Instagram @the_curious_dentist.
Updated May 13, 2022