Why EPIC4?
When I had the opportunity to work with my friends and colleagues to create EPIC4, I jumped on it! For a long time, I recognized that the process by which dental specialty practices are created, developed, and transitioned has changed. The paradigm has shifted. Therefore, the founders of EPIC4 created the first-ever Specialty Partnership Organization (SPO) that is doctor-owned, doctor- centered, and where partner doctors have equity. As an experienced orthodontist in the sunset of my career, I realized that EPIC4 will have the opportunity to make a difference in the personal and professional lives of all specialists in the different phases of their career--new graduate, novice, experienced, or retiring doctor. My vision is that EPIC4 will allow me to leave a legacy for my patients, team, community and our profession.
Fun Fact
I have always been a hands on, roll up your sleeves, and get your hands dirty kind of guy. Before I went to college, I worked for 8 years building high rise condominiums and custom homes as a union concrete finisher and general contractor. I poured and finished the concrete floor in my Sebring, FL orthodontic office! Other fun facts: I coached high school football for 6 years; I am always looking for a new pair of cowboy boots; and I am ready to lace up my skates and play ice hockey on a moment's notice.
Steven M. Guelff Bio
Dr. Guelff is a "Yooper", originally from the city of Marquette in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula, but has lived in Florida since 1979. He received his Bachelor's degree in the History of Science and his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Florida, and in 1995 he received his certificate in orthodontics from Howard University in Washington, D.C.. For the past 28 years, Dr. "G" has been creating beautiful smiles and changing lives in Highlands, Polk, Hardee and DeSoto counties in rural central Florida. He is an original board member of South Florida State College dental assisting program, a member of the Florida Association of Orthodontists educational committee, has completed over 5,000 CPR re-certifications, and is president of the Guelff Group, a certified continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Dentistry. In addition, Dr. Guelff has published numerous articles on clear ceramic braces, orthodontic practice management software, and his original research project, Orthodontic Resident Profile, changed the way orthodontic residents are admitted to orthodontic residency programs throughout the U.S.. Outside of the office, Dr. Guelff is involved with the Guelff Family Esophageal Cancer Project, Lori's Light, and he enjoys fishing, snowboarding, hiking, and riding his John Deere tractor. His greatest joy is spending time with his three boys- Harrison, Stephen, and Taylor.
