Dec 3, 2025
On this episode of the Woodard Report podcast, Joe speaks with
Dr. Rico D. Short about his remarkable rise from a single-parent
household to becoming a world-class endodontist, author, and
speaker, and how faith, mentorship, and identity shaped every step
of his journey.
They explore how finding your true identity and purpose, rather
than comparing yourself to others, can unlock your greatest
potential, and how perseverance through personal and professional
adversity can transform both your life and leadership.
About Dr. Rico D. Short
Dr. Short is a board-certified endodontist, author, professor, and
international speaker. He just published his 3rd inspirational
book, Purpose Full,
which can be found on Amazon at this link. His company is
Apex Endodontics and
he can also be
found on LinkedIn.
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