Listening In (With Permission): Oral Health is Healthcare with Caroline McLeod

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November 21, 2025

In this episode of Listening In (With Permission), Andréa Caballero of Catalyst for Payment Reform sits down with Caroline McLeod, a practicing dental clinician and leader at CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, for a deep dive into the overlooked world of oral healthcare—exploring why it’s far more than just teeth, and why health leaders need to pay attention. 

Caroline McLeod introduces CareQuest Institute, a nonprofit uniquely committed to improving oral health for all. She explains that CareQuest’s approach spans rigorous research, grant making, advocacy, education, and innovation—all rooted in the conviction that oral health is foundational to overall health.

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