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Rooted in Mentorship: An Endodontic Journey – Ep. 74

July 4, 2025
Guest: Sami Chogle, D.M.D., B.D.S., M.S.D., Andre Mickel, D.M.D., M.S.D., MDiv, D.Min.

In this compelling episode of Endo Voices, Dr. Marcus Johnson engages in a rich and inspiring conversation with two influential leaders in endodontic education, Dr. Andre Mickel, Chair at Case Western Reserve University, and Dr. Sami Chogle, Chair at Boston University. With deep humility, Dr. Mickel reflects on his path to endodontics—shaped by a global upbringing and the quiet mentorship of Dr. Jefferson Jones—culminating in his leadership role and recognition as a Distinguished Alumni of Case Western. Dr. Chogle shares his own nontraditional journey, guided by unexpected mentors who saw promise where he once saw uncertainty, underscoring the transformative power of belief and support. Together, they speak with reverence about the role of mentorship in cultivating excellence, emphasizing that true leadership lies in empowering others to grow through their own strengths.

Episode Resources

  1. Mickel, André & Chogle, Sami & Bingham, Robert & Self, McKinley & Bogle, John. (2007). A correlation study of occlusal and pulp chamber anatomy: The mandibular first molar. General dentistry. 55. 221-3.  
  2. Chogle, Sami & Mickel, André & Chan, Derek & Huffaker, K & Jones, Jefferson. (2007). Intracanal assessment of mineral trioxide aggregate setting and sealing properties. General dentistry. 55. 306-11.  
  3. Mickel, André & Chogle, Sami & Liddle, Justin & Huffaker, Kirk & Jones, Jefferson. (2007). The Role of Apical Size Determination and Enlargement in the Reduction of Intracanal Bacteria. Journal of endodontics. 33. 21-3. 10.1016/j.joen.2006.08.004.  
  4.  Mickel, André & Lindquist, Kimberly & Chogle, Sami & Jones, Jefferson & Curd, Francis. (2006). Electric Pulp Tester Conductance Through Various Interface Media. Journal of endodontics. 32. 1178-80. 10.1016/j.joen.2006.06.009. 


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