Harmonising Team Dynamics: An Insight into Game Theory

About This Course

Learn how to apply game theory to dental practice with our course! Covering decision-making, team dynamics, and patient-centered care, plus ethical considerations. Case studies and scenarios for practical application.

Why Take This Course?

The course addresses the challenge that UK dental professionals face in providing patient-centered care while also making strategic decisions for their practice. Game theory provides a framework for understanding decision-making in complex situations, such as determining the best treatment plan for a patient or negotiating with insurance companies. By incorporating game theory into their daily practice, dental professionals can improve patient outcomes and business success. However, ethical considerations must also be taken into account when applying game theory strategies. The course offers practical tools and exercises for navigating these challenges in a thoughtful and effective manner.

The course on game theory in dental practice is beneficial because it provides an introduction to decision-making models, team dynamics, and patient-centered care. It also offers strategies for incorporating game theory into daily practice, including ethical considerations. Real-world scenarios are used to apply game theory concepts, making this a practical and relevant course for dental professionals.

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How This Course Supports GDC Enhanced Dental CPD

“Dental professionals have a duty to keep their knowledge and skills up to date. A primary qualification is only the first step in their education and development which should last throughout their professional life” General Dental Council

Learning Objectives	Anticipated Outcomes
1: By the end of this course, learners will be able to apply game theory concepts to optimize dental scheduling, addressing issues like overbooking, late arrivals, and no-show patients.	1: Upon completion of the course, participants are expected to develop a comprehensive understanding of game theory and how it can revolutionise decision making and patient interaction in dental practice.
2: Upon completion, learners will have the capacity to understand and use basic and advanced game theory concepts like types of games, strategies, payoffs, and equilibrium concepts in the context of dental practice management.	2: As a result of this course, learners will likely utilise these theories in their dental practices, leading to better patient outcomes, improved practice management, and possibly contribute to a change in the standard of patient care in the dental community.
3: Participants will demonstrate their ability to develop game theory models that balance efficient dental practice operation and optimal patient service management.	3: The course should lead to an improved ability to strategise dental treatment plans, predict patient compliance and enhance overall patient engagement.
4: By the final session, learners will have mastered the application of game theory to various aspects of dental practice management, including pricing, insurance negotiation, and conflict resolution.	4: In the wider context, the course aims to contribute to a more strategic, data-backed approach to dentistry, setting a precedent that could positively impact future public health dentistry, policy-making, and resource allocation.
5: At the course’s conclusion, attendees will have developed the competency to consider and address the ethical implications when applying game theory in dental practice management.	5: Following the course, the expectation is that attendees will be capable of integrating and implementing the principles of game theory into their dental practices, thereby enhancing decision-making, patient interaction and overall quality of patient care.

Regulatory Standards

GDC	CQC
✅ A – Effective Communication ✅ B – Effective Management ✅ C – Maintenance in Field of Practice ✅ D – Maintenance in Patient Confidence	✅ Caring ✅ Effective ✅ Leadership ✅ Responsive ✅ Safe

🕐 90 minutes of Enhanced Dental CPD

Course Description

The course covers an introduction to game theory, decision-making models, team dynamics, patient-centered care, and strategies for incorporating game theory in daily dental practice, including ethical considerations for its application. The course also includes case study analysis and scenario-based exercises to apply game theory concepts to real-world situations.

Course Outline

Section 1

Section 1 of the course focuses on introducing the basic concepts of game theory and its relevance in dentistry, as well as exploring strategic thinking, the human factor in dental practice, and case study analysis. The art of decision making is also discussed, including decision-making models, emotional intelligence, conflict management, and team dynamics. The section ends with a focus on patient-centered care, examining patient-caregiver interactions, communication strategies, and the role of game theory in enhancing patient experience. The course also offers strategies for incorporating game theory in daily dental practice, improving patient outcomes, and achieving organizational success. Ethical considerations when applying game theory in dentistry are also covered.

Section 2

Section 2 of the course covers decision-making models, emotional intelligence, conflict management, team dynamics, patient-centered care, and the application of game theory in daily dental practice. It explores the role of game theory in enhancing patient experience, building effective teams, and managing team dynamics. Additionally, the section discusses ethical considerations when applying game theory in dentistry and provides strategies for utilizing game theory for improved patient outcomes and organizational success.

Section 3

Section 3 of the course explores team dynamics in dental practices, including the role of teams, building effective teams, insights from game theory on managing team dynamics, challenges in managing team dynamics, and case study analysis on harmonizing team dynamics using game theory principles.

Section 4

Section 4 of this course covers the application of game theory principles to patient-centered care in dentistry. It explores the relevance of game theory in patient-caregiver interactions, patient-provider communication strategies, and enhancing patient experience. The section also includes a task on developing patient-centered communication strategies using game theory concepts.

Section 5

Section 5 of this course covers how to incorporate game theory into daily dental practice, strategies for improved patient outcomes, the relationship between game theory, team dynamics, and organizational success, ethical considerations when applying game theory in dentistry, and a summary of key learnings from the course.

Course Reviews

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The course’s focus on patient-centered care was excellent. I appreciated the emphasis on incorporating game theory into daily practice while still considering ethical implications.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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The case study analysis was particularly helpful in applying game theory concepts to real-world situations. The course’s coverage of decision-making models was also insightful.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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The course provided a comprehensive introduction to game theory, team dynamics, and strategies for incorporating game theory into dental practice. The scenario-based exercises were especially effective in solidifying understanding.

✅ Met Course Objectives

✅ Met Course Outcomes

✅ Would Recommend

✅ Had Positive Impact

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