In this episode of The Connected Physician, host Katharina Juenger welcomes Dr. Andrew Koenigsberg, co-founder of Gallery 57 Dental and a pioneer in CAD/CAM dentistry, to explore the intersection of healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship, and personal endurance. Based in New York City, Dr. Koenigsberg shares how his advanced dental practice delivers same-day, patient-centric care while also balancing his passion for Ironman competitions and family life.

In this episode, Katharina and Dr. Koenigsberg discuss:

✅From Columbia to Central Park – How Gallery 57 Dental became a technology-forward practice with 17 treatment rooms and an in-house lab.

✅Redefining the Patient Experience – Why prioritizing care quality over KPIs leads to natural business growth.

✅CAD/CAM Dentistry in Action – How one-visit restorations and in-house fabrication save time, reduce costs, and improve patient outcomes.

✅Lessons from Endurance Sports – The parallels between Ironman training and entrepreneurial leadership in healthcare.

✅The Role of Technology in Reducing Dental Anxiety – Using computer-controlled syringes and CO₂ lasers for more comfortable procedures.

✅Why Dentistry Lags Behind Medicine – The financial and structural reasons why dental innovation often trails medical advances.

✅The Invisalign Debate – Why his team continues to use branded aligners despite having in-house capabilities.

✅Flat Fees and Trust – How transparent pricing helps eliminate surprises and build stronger patient relationships.

✅Scaling with Culture in Mind – Growth strategies that maintain a family-oriented, patient-first ethos in an expanding practice.

✅What’s Next in Dentistry – The promise and limits of AI, 3D printing, and diagnostic tech in shaping the future of care.

Dr. Koenigsberg also reflects on the evolution of dentistry—from solo practices to collaborative models—and shares how personalized care combined with cutting-edge technology is paving the way for scalable, high-end dental services.

Links and Resources:

Andrew Koenigsberg - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-koenigsberg-80588826/

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