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1004: Before You Approve a Leave of Absence Request, Listen To This! - Alan Twigg

5 February 2026 · 36:01 · Episode 1004

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Leaves of absence are complicated, highly regulated, and often misunderstood in dental practices. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt sits down with Alan Twigg, HR expert at Ben Erickson Administrative Services, to explain how leaves of absence actually work, why documentation matters, and how dentists can protect their practices while treating team members fairly. You’ll learn how to identify protected leave, handle…

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