Todd Doobrow, CFP

Todd Doobrow, CFP

Todd Doobrow is an independent Certified Financial Planner® fiduciary and founder of Curato Advisory, who has worked with dental and medical professionals, and their teams, for more than a decade.

Not only does he see the life of a dentist first-hand as his wife practices Periodontics and Implant dentistry, but he has entrenched himself in his clients’ practices with a voracious focus on financial efficiency.

He can be reached at Todd@CuratoAdvisory.com or 205.778.2020.

why reviewing your financial plan is important as a dental professional

Why Reviewing Your Financial Plan Matters More Than You Think

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP According to an article from the Wall Street Journal, “the average person spends…

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year end tax moves

Smart Tax Moves to Make Before Year-End

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the calendar winds down, now is the time to take proactive steps…

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pros and cons of selling to a dso

Selling To a DSO: Yes or No?!?

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the dental industry evolves, many independent dentists are considering selling their practices…

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Paying Off Student Loans Early vs. Investing: A Smart Strategy

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As a dentist, you’ve likely emerged from dental school with some amount of…

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New Year’s Resolutions for Dentists: Get a Head Start Before the Year’s End

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the year winds down and we gear up for the holidays, many…

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Why Dentists Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Ask for Financial Help

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP In today’s fast-paced world, dentists face numerous challenges, from human resources, to maintaining…

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questions to ask when hiring a financial advisor

Time to Look Beyond Index Funds

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Index funds have gained immense popularity in recent years, often lauded for their low…

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When to Change Financial Advisors

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Break-ups are rarely ever fun but are often necessary to help us keep…

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The Crucial Role of Psychology in Financial Planning

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Financial planning isn’t just about numbers and spreadsheets; it’s equally about understanding how…

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optimize your tax position

The Importance of Year-End Tax Planning for Dentists: Maximizing Financial Health

By: Todd Doobrow, CFP “Why does my accountant tell me in March what I should have done…

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Choices for the Associate Dentist with Job Opportunities

By Bruce Bryen | February 21, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen In today’s world of dentistry, there are so many more choices for the associate than in years past when most dental practices were owned by a solo dentist or partnership owned. Let’s take a look at the job opportunities in today’s marketplace. Job Opportunities for the Associate Dentist For today’s associates, some…

Acquisition of a Minority Interest in a Dental Practice

By Bruce Bryen | February 20, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen As a dental school graduate looking for an opportunity to begin work as an associate dentist is one of the most important matters as you search for the best job available. That job would offer the best compensation package, benefits, and potentially a timeline for the acquisition of the dental practice for…

Orthodontic Aligners vs. Restorative

By Chad Duplantis, D.D.S, F.A.G.D | February 15, 2023

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D

Are Cavities Genetic?

By Dr. Julie Kellogg | February 13, 2023

By: Dr. Julie Kellogg You walk into the treatment room and introduce yourself to your newest patient. “Doc, I always get cavities. I guess I inherited soft teeth from my mother.” How do you respond to this? Are Cavities Genetic? The top result of a google search says this, “About 60% of the risk for…

Pros & Cons of Joining a DSO

By Bruce Bryen | February 7, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen The good, the bad, and the ugly when joining a DSO as an associate dentist. As if an opportunity for employment as an associate dentist is not scary enough for the young dental school graduate, now DSOs are actively pursuing them with some terrific offers of compensation and clinical opportunities. They are…

Why This Young Dentist Went With a DSO

By Dr. Hannah Crowell | February 6, 2023

By: Hannah Crowell Dental students are not encouraged to pursue a career with a DSO (dental support organization). In fact, they are most actively discouraged to sign with one. You’ll hear things like, To be fair – these statements could more accurately be said about dental schools. My Story Never have I felt so burnt…

Ranking the States with the Best and Worst Dental Health 2023

By Dawn Patrick | February 3, 2023

Starting children off right with good oral health habits (including proper brushing and flossing) can help ensure they have the best chance of a lifetime of excellent dental health. So which states are doing the best job of helping their children get their lives off on the right foot when it comes to proper oral…

Communicating in Difficult Situations: Part 2

By Savanah Craig | February 2, 2023

By: Savanah Craig Communicating with patients can be more challenging than doing dentistry at times I’ve noticed that some types of patient encounters happen more often than not. While I don’t believe that you can win over every single patient, I think in certain circumstances we can help to redirect some of these patients’ concerns…

Are Implants the Only Option?

By Chad Duplantis, D.D.S, F.A.G.D | February 1, 2023

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D

4 Reasons to Consider a Dental Residency Program

By Sable Muntean | January 30, 2023

By: Sable Muntean It can be tempting to jump right into the workforce after graduating from dental school but finding aresidency can be a hugely rewarding experience for new dentists — and those positions are oftenpaid. You can work through an AEGD program, which is typically clinically based, or you can choose a GPR program,…