When Dr. Timothy McNutt, Sr., became a dentist 37 years ago, he had no idea that he was laying the groundwork for his sons' careers. Today, Dr. David McNutt works alongside him at McNutt Pediatric Dentistry, and Dr. Tim McNutt, Jr., works with both adults and children at his own practice, Richland Creek Family Dentistry. Another son, Jeremy McNutt, is also involved. With his master's degree in IT, he has provided strategic technology guidance and support.
Watching their father practice dentistry allowed David and Tim Jr. to recognize the importance of “care” in healthcare. They emulate that in their own careers.
“I think part of my job or goal was to teach them how to care for people, such as coming in after hours or taking phone calls after hours, and all of those things that other practitioners may not be willing to do,” says Dr. McNutt, Sr. “It makes me feel good that they do that, that that's the kind of people they are.”
For David, a dentist for the past five years, watching his father work with children was always inspiring. “I like working with my dad, and I love being in a family-oriented practice. Continuing to keep it like that is my goal.”
Adds, Tim Jr., who has been practicing for 13 years, “I enjoy developing personal relationships with patients, along with the hands-on, tactile components that dentistry has. I also appreciate the freedom and flexibility of this career for having a good work/life balance.”
Following in their father’s footsteps is definitely a recipe for success. Dr. McNutt has been recognized in multiple publications for his exceptional patient care and has been voted one of the Top Dentists in Nashville on several occasions.
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“I think part of my job or goal was to teach them how to care for people, such as coming in after hours or taking phone calls after hours, and all of those things that other practitioners may not be willing to do,” says Dr. McNutt, Sr. “It makes me feel good that they do that, that that's the kind of people they are.”