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Dentist Finally Lands a Spot on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ After 20 Years of Trying

By Kristen Pratt Machado On Jun 24, 2023

Tammy Kalsow, DMD, a dentist and former dental hygienist in Madison, Wisconsin, has always loved the TV gameshow “Wheel of Fortune,” and has been a dedicated viewer since childhood. Twenty years ago, she began applying to become a contestant on the popular show. Kalsow’s dream finally came true in February when she flew to Los Angeles to spin the wheel. Her episode aired on June 9. She came in second place, winning $5,700 on the final spin puzzle. Click here to read more.

Kristen Pratt Machado

Kristen Pratt Machado is executive editor for Dimensions of Dental Hygiene and Decisions in Dentistry and director of publishing operations for Belmont Publications, Inc. She has been with Belmont Publications since its inception in 2002.

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