Feature #101 – The journey behind the title with Dr Rand Younes

Hosted by Ahmed Issa Ahmed Issa sits down with Dr Rand Younes to explore the journey behind the title. From arriving in Australia as a young immigrant with little English, to becoming dux of her school, launching a mobile dental service at just 17, and building a career grounded in purpose, service, and impact. Together, they unpack the defining chapters that shaped her path: the challenges of dental school, training in rural New South Wales, the early clinical experiences that exposed the deeper inequities in healthcare, and the decision to pursue further training while stepping into practice ownership at a young age. More than a story of achievements which include Australia’s youngest dental clinic owner, a nominee/finalist for the Young Australian of the Year award and the youngest ever recipient of the global Top 100 Doctors award. This is a conversation about identity, sacrifice, and the conviction to build something that changes lives. A powerful listen for students, clinicians, and anyone striving to create a career that stands for more than success alone. Follow Dr Rand and Ahmed on Instagram @dr.randyounes @drahmedissa Key moments (02:30) Early Life and Immigration Challenges (05:45) Attraction to Dentistry and High School Success (09:15) Dental School Struggles and Growth (13:00) Launching Mobile Dental Clinic at 17 (17:30) Overcoming Doubts and Balancing Responsibilities (22:00) Post-Graduation and Opening Own Practice (26:45) Finding Mentors and Key Qualities (31:20) Advice for New Grads and Aesthetic Dentistry (36:10) Patient Impact Stories and Responsibilities (40:00) Awards, Future Goals, and Rapid Fire Dr Rand Younes Dr Rand Younes is a cosmetic dentist, practice owner, educator, and founder of ‘Pearly’. After migrating to Australia at 11 with little English, she went on to become dux of her school and rank second in the state for English.A graduate of Charles Sturt University, Dr Rand received a National First Prize from the Australian Endodontic Society for her research and is currently undertaking a Masters degree in Prosthodontics and Dentofacial Aesthetics. At just 17, she founded Impact Mobile Dental Services, now known as Pearly, a program delivering dental care and prevention into schools and rural communities. Since then, Pearly has reached more than 150,000 children and treated over 40,000, with a long-term vision to rea