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Off The Record with Ali Oromchian

by Ali Oromchian, J.D., LL.M.

Off The Record with Ali is where healthcare meets real talk. Join attorney Ali Oromchian as he sits down with top voices in dentistry and business to explore practice ownership, leadership, growth, and everything in between. No fluff. Just real conversations to help you build, protect, and thrive in your practice.New episodes released regularly. Subscribe and stay in the know.

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Episodes

  1. Off the Record w/ Ali Ep. 21 – Practice Valuation, Profitability & Smart Transitions ft. Gavin Shea

    Gavin Shea has spent more than 25 years working with dentists, first on the financial lending side and now helping doctors navigate the process of buying and selling dental practices. His experience gives him a unique perspective on both the financial considerations behind a transaction and the...

  2. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 20 – Practice Ownership, Leadership & Smart Growth ft. Joe DiNicola

    Joe DiNicola has played a major role in shaping how doctors finance their dreams of practice ownership. As the former CEO of Bank of America’s Practice Solutions, Joe brings nearly three decades of experience helping healthcare professionals access the capital they need to start, acquire, expand,...

  3. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 19 – Inside the New Dental Leadership Summit ft. Ralf Tomandl

    In this episode of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali Oromchian sits down with Ralf Tomandl, COO of HR for Health, to discuss the evolution of the DSO Leadership Summit into the newly reimagined Dental Leadership Summit. Ralf explains why the event is moving away from traditional large-room presentations...

  4. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 18 – Systems, Leadership & Growth ft. Dr. Mick Kling

    In this episode of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali sits down with Dr. Mick Kling, an optometrist, practice growth expert, and leader in helping eye care professionals build scalable, profitable businesses.Drawing from his journey transitioning from clinical practice to business management, Dr. Kling...

  5. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 17 – How to Build a Practice That Doesn't Depend on You with Perrin DesPortes

    In this episode of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali sits down with Perrin DesPortes, Founder of Next Level Executive and one of dentistry's most experienced advisors on practice growth, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Drawing on decades of experience in dental distribution, consulting, M&A advisory,...

  6. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 16 – Dental Insurance, PPOs & the CDA Perspective ft. Lisa Byers

    In this episode of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali sits down with Lisa Byers, Dental Benefits Analyst with the California Dental Association (CDA), to discuss one of the most challenging and important areas of running a dental practice today — navigating dental insurance, PPO plans, and reimbursement...

  7. What Sellers Get Wrong About Practice Transitions ft. Phill Hoover

    In this episode of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali sits down with practice transition advisor Phill Hoover to discuss one of the most common and costly mistakes practice owners make when preparing to sell — waiting too long to start planning. Phill brings years of experience working with sellers…

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  8. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 14 – The Numbers Behind a Successful Dental Practice ft. Art Wiederman

    In this episode of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali sits down with dental CPA and advisor Art Wiederman to discuss one of the biggest financial challenges facing dentists today — declining insurance reimbursements and the growing pressure they place on practice profitability.Art brings decades of...

  9. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 13 – Optometry Acquisitions, Private Equity & Cold Starts ft. Erich Mattei

    In this episode of Off The Record, Ali sits down with optometry consultant Erich H. Mattei to break down what doctors need to understand before acquiring, starting, or growing an optometry practice. Erich shares insight from years of advising optometrists on practice acquisitions, cold starts…

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  10. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 12 – Legacy, Ownership, and the Future of Optometry ft. Dr. Aaron Werner

    In this episode of Off The Record, Ali sits down with Dr. Aaron Werner to discuss the evolution of optometry, the challenges of carrying forward a family legacy, and what it really takes to succeed in today’s practice environment. Dr. Werner shares his perspective on how optometry has changed…

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  11. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 11 – How Dental Design Shapes the Patient Experience ft. Greg Marinelli

    In this episode of Off The Record, Ali sits down with Greg Marinelli, a leading expert in dental and healthcare office design, to explore how modern dental spaces are evolving — and why thoughtful design has a measurable impact on patient experience, workflow, and long-term practice success.Greg...

  12. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 10 – The Evolving Dental Equipment Landscape ft. Kevin McBee

    In this episode of Off The Record with Ali, Ali Oromchian sits down with Kevin McBee, a leading expert in dental design and equipment planning, to walk through the realities of launching a successful dental startup. From choosing the right space to designing a functional layout, budgeting for...

  13. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 9 – Unlocking Tax Savings with Cost Segregation ft. Wes Mabry

    In this episode of Off The Record with Ali, Ali Oromchian sits down with Wes Mabry, a cost segregation specialist, to uncover how property owners can legally accelerate depreciation and unlock significant tax savings on their real estate investments.Whether you’re a doctor who owns your practice...

  14. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 8 – Leadership, Culture, and the Future of Dentistry ft. Dr. Eric Roman

    In this episode of Ali Off the Record, host Ali Oromchian sits down with Dr. Eric Roman to dive deep into the realities of dental practice management, growth, and leadership. Dr. Roman shares his personal journey into dentistry, influenced by his family’s experiences, and unpacks the pitfalls...

  15. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 7 – Cracking the Code on Taxes, Numbers, and Compensation ft. Travis Slade

    In this episode of Off The Record with Ali, Ali Oromchian sits down with Travis Slade, CPA, to uncover the financial strategies and pitfalls every doctor needs to know. With years of experience working closely with dentists and healthcare professionals, Travis brings a unique perspective on how...

  16. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 6 – Real Estate Secrets Every Doctor Must Know ft. Brian Mills

    Real estate decisions can make or break a healthcare practice. In this episode of Off the Record with Ali, Ali Oromchian sits down with Brian Mills, a leading voice in healthcare real estate, to unpack what doctors need to know before signing a lease, choosing a location, or building out a new...

  17. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 5 – Vision, Grit, and the Startup Journey ft. Michael Dinsio

    In Episode 5 of Off The Record w/ Ali, Ali Oromchian sits down with practice management consultant Michael Dinsio to uncover the realities of dental practice ownership. From the misconceptions many doctors face when starting out to the critical role of vision, location, and lease strategies, this...

  18. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 4 – Cybersecurity Pitfalls Every Practice Must Avoid ft. Gary Salman

    In this conversation, Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, shares his journey into the world of cybersecurity, discussing the evolution of threats, the importance of training, and the distinction between IT and cybersecurity. He emphasizes the need for visibility and proactive measures in...

  19. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 3 – Insurance Chaos and Credentialing Challenges ft. Santosh Rohira

    In this episode, Ali Oromchian and Dr. Santosh Rohira discuss the complexities of insurance credentialing in dentistry, particularly focusing on Delta Dental's evolving policies. Dr. Rohira shares his journey from being a foreign-trained dentist to establishing BeanBite, a consulting firm that...

  20. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 2 - From Buyer to Boss: Navigating Practice Ownership ft. Gene St. Louis

    Welcome to Episode 2 of Off The Record with Ali!In this episode, Ali sits down with Gene St. Louis—a dental consultant with decades of experience guiding doctors through smooth, successful practice transitions. Whether you're eyeing your first acquisition or looking to level up your leadership,...

  21. Off The Record w/ Ali Ep. 1 - Break Free from Insurance & Build a Thriving Practice ft. Gary Takacs

    Welcome to Episode 1 of Off The Record with Ali!We’re kicking things off with none other than Gary Takacs—speaker, consultant, podcaster, and one of dentistry’s most trusted voices. In this episode, Gary and Ali dive into what it really takes to build a thriving, independent dental practice in...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Off The Record with Ali is where healthcare meets real talk. Join attorney Ali Oromchian as he sits down with top voices in dentistry and business to explore practice ownership, leadership, growth, and everything in between. No fluff. Just real conversations to help you build, protect, and thrive in your practice.New episodes released regularly. Subscribe and stay in the know.

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Ali Oromchian, J.D., LL.M.

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Off The Record with Ali is where healthcare meets real talk. Join attorney Ali Oromchian as he sits down with top voices in dentistry and business to explore practice ownership, leadership, growth, and everything in between. No fluff. Just real conversations to help you build, protect, and thrive...

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