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The Dental Amigos
by The Dental Amigos
Friendship, collaboration and education for the dental profession. Dentistry can be a lonely profession without good friends. The Dental Amigos hope to serve as a resource for dentists and those who like, love or spend time with dentists, and to bring the dental world together for the RIGHT reasons–fun, friendship and (practical) learning inside and outside of the operatory.
Episodes
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Episode 160 - Paul Goodman, DMD: Improving Associate Retention and Understanding Today’s Dental Career Opportunities
This week, the Dental Amigos podcast features a special conversation with Dr. Paul Goodman, co-founder of the Dental Amigos, practicing dentist, managing partner of a group dental practice, dental practice broker, and founder of Dental Nachos..As one of the podcast’s original founders and a...
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Episode 159 - Jamie DiBease: Get Found, Get Seen, Get Chosen: The Key to Growing Your Dental Practice
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Jamie DiBease, owner and chief strategist at Dental Marketing from Day One, a dental marketing company focused on helping practices get found, get seen, and get chosen by their ideal patients. With more than 30 years of marketing experience, Jamie brings a...
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Episode 158 - Ann Miller, DDS, The Dental Wayfinder: Why Strong Leadership, Clear Expectations, and Communication Matter More Than Clinical Skill
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Ann Miller, DDS founder of The Dental Wayfinder. After graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry and building a successful start-up practice from the ground up, Ann spent more than 25 years navigating the realities of dental practice...
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Episode 157 - Thad Miller, DDSmatch: Why Practice Transitions Succeed When Dentists Plan Early and Focus Beyond Price
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Thad Miller, Founder, CEO, and Dental Transition Advisor of DDSmatch. Thad is a nationally recognized dental industry leader with more than 30 years of experience helping dentists navigate practice ownership transitions. Through DDSmatch, he has helped...
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Episode 156 - Summer Kassmel, DDS: Building a Scalable Practice Through Intentional Hiring, Building Culture, and Implementing Systems
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Summer Kassmel, DDS, owner of Castle Peak Dental and Avon Dental, and Ladder5 Mentorship & Resources. She is also a black belt coach for the Dental Success Institute. Dr. Kassmel is a successful multi-practice owner, speaker, coach, and entrepreneur who helps...
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Episode 155 - Jason Tanoory, DMD: Leadership, Associate Retention, and Building Scalable Dental Teams
This week, the Dental Amigos welcomeJason Tanoory, D.M.D., dentist, founder, speaker, coach, and host of The Dental Lighthouse Podcast. Dr. Tanoory is a nationally recognized dental leader focused on practice growth, leadership development, clinical mentorship, and helping dentists build…
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Episode 154 - Dental Partnership MythBusters with JJ Littrell of Tuatara: What Dentists Get Wrong About Ownership
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome JJ Littrell, Co-Founder and COO of Tuatara, a dental partnership consulting firm that specializes in supporting dentists build, grow, optimize, and transition multi-doctor private practices JJ blends big-picture strategy with a people-first approach to help...
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Episode 153 – Mark Storey of Practice Real Estate Group: Navigating Dental Real Estate for Long-Term Practice Success
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Mark Storey, President of the Central Texas Market at Practice Real Estate Group (“PRG”), a commercial real estate brokerage exclusively focused on helping healthcare professionals find and negotiate leases and purchases of office spaces that drive practice...
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Episode 152 - Mustafa Shah-Khan, DDS PA: Dental Practice vs. Dental Business—Designing Freedom, Growth, and Ownership
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Mustafa Shah-Khan, DDS PA, Founder of Simplify Dentistry, Key Opinion Leader (“KOL”) for Komet USA, and practicing general and restorative dentist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Shah-Khan is a nationally recognized author and advocate for independent dental...
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Episode 151 – Karl Koerner, DDS, MS: Closing the Gap in Dental Surgery Access & Training for General Dentists
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Karl Koerner, DDS, MS, Adjunct Associate Professor of Oral Surgery at Roseman College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Koerner is a leader in dental education, training general dentists in oral surgery and providing humanitarian care.. In this episode, Dr. Koerner…
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Episode 150 — Paul Goodman, DMD’s new book: “Dr. Nacho’s ABCs of Patient Communication”
This week, Rob and Paul chat about Paul’s new book, “Dr. Nacho’s ABCs of Patient Communication.” As many of you know, Paul is passionate about helping dentists improve communication, leadership, and practice success through simple, effective language. Paul brings years of experience as a…
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Episode 149 – Jaclyn Nona: Implementing In-House Marketing and Social Media Strategies to Achieve Growth in Dental Practices
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Jaclyn Nona, CEO, Co-Founder, and Marketing Strategist of Clever Dental Co. Jaclyn helps dental practices implement effective in-house marketing and social media strategies, empowering dental practices to build authentic brands and stronger patient…
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Episode 148 – Sharon Bleiler, DMD & Colin Ambler, MBA: Building Team Incentives That Actually Drive Dental Practice Growth
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Sharon Bleiler, DMD, practicing dentist and co-founder of Team Care Dental, and her husband Colin Ambler, MBA, business strategist and software architect behind the platform. Together, they transformed their 14-chair practice in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania into a...
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Episode 147 – Dr. Bob “Dee” Dokhanchi: Advocacy, “Fuzzy Math” & Preserving Private Practice in a DSO-Driven Era
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Dr. Bob “Dee” Dokhanchi, seasoned private practice dentist, tech advisor, and founder of the Facebook group Dentistry in General. A passionate advocate for transparency and grassroots reform, Bob brings energy and insight to the future of dentistry. In this...
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Episode 146 – Joe McGonigal: Navigating Practice Valuations, Buyer Psychology, and Broker Strategy
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Joe McGonigal, dental industry veteran, sell-side advisor, and Partner at DDSmatch. With over 20 years of experience, Joe specializes in guiding dentists through successful practice transitions across the Mid-Atlantic region. In this episode, Joe shares his...
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Episode 145 – Diwakar Sinha: Scaling Dental Groups Without Selling Out—Capital, Partnerships & Retention
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Diwakar Sinha, founder, CEO, and healthcare finance strategist at Polaris Healthcare Partners. With over two decades of experience in dental sales and acquisitions, practice growth, and capital sourcing, Diwakar brings deep insight into the evolving landscape…
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Episode 144 – Stephanie Mapp, DMD: From PPO Chaos to Clarity—Lessons in Profitability & Resilience
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Stephanie Mapp, DMD, dental consultant, speaker, and founder of “Mapp Your Practice.” With over 30 years of clinical and business experience, Dr. Mapp helps dentists navigate PPOs, practice transitions, and sustainable growth strategies. In this episode, Dr....
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Episode 143 – Dr. Rihan Javid: How Remote Teams Are Transforming Hiring in the Dental Industry
Episode 143 – Dr. Rihan Javid: How Remote Teams Are Transforming Hiring in the Dental Industry by The Dental Amigos
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Episode 142 - Deren Flesher, DDS: Financial Fitness, Freedom & Life Beyond the Operatory
Episode 142 - Deren Flesher, DDS: Financial Fitness, Freedom & Life Beyond the Operatory by The Dental Amigos
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Episode 141 – Alex Nottingham: Reducing Turnover, Empowering Teams, and Leading with Intention
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Alex Nottingham, founder and CEO of All-Star Dental Academy, for a dynamic and thought-provoking conversation about what it really takes to build and lead a high-performing dental team. Drawing on his experience as a business leader, speaker, and coach, Alex...
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Episode 140 – Dee Fischer: Leading with Heart, Building with Systems, and Succeeding in Private Practice
Episode 140 – Dee Fischer: Leading with Heart, Building with Systems, and Succeeding in Private Practice by The Dental Amigos
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Episode 138 - Harold Gornbein: Maximizing Practice Revenue
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Harold Gornbein, Co-Founder partner of Apex Reimbursement Specialists who has over 30 years of experience within the dental insurance industry. Harold has worked in sales and account management for Ameritas, Dental Benefit Providers, PacifiCare Health Systems,...
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Episode 137 - The DSO vs. Private Buyer Debate with Brannon Moncrief of McLerran & Associates
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Brannon Moncrief, the Principal and CEO of McLerran & Associates, who specializes in providing sell-side advisory to large dental practice owners seeking to monetize their businesses in private buyer sales or DSO transactions. Brannon has personally…
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Episode 136 - Cliff Moore, Dentist & Runner: Community Involvement & Thriving in Your Career
This week, coming back for his second show appearance, the Dental Amigos welcome Dr. Cliff Moore, a former Navy dental officer, dental practice owner and ultramarathon runner. For over 10 years, Cliff has dedicated himself to serving his community through his efforts giving back to veterans,...
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Episode 135 - Mike Slattery of Crown Tenant Advisors
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Mike Slattery, a Managing Director at Crown Tenant Advisors, a boutique healthcare real estate firm. Mike has over ten years of experience in the healthcare industry working with young dentists to find the perfect location and space to start their dream…
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Episode 139 - Wendy Castor Hess, Esq.: Navigating Immigration Law & Foreign Dentists
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome immigration attorney Wendy Castor Hess to explore how dental practices can navigate the complicated world of hiring foreign-trained dentists. Wendy is a partner at Landau, Hess, Simon, Choi, and Doebley, and has over 42 years of experience in Immigration Law....
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Episode 134 - David Goodman, CPA: "Dental Practices by the Numbers"
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome David J. Goodman, CPA, a partner and Dental Practice Solutions Team Leader at PFK O’Connor Davies Advisory, LLC. David has over 35 years of experience working with a client base of individuals and closely held businesses. Before joining the PKFOD, David was...
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Episode 133 – Mark Costes, D.D.S. on High-Level Practice Ownership and Philanthropy
Episode 133 – Mark Costes, D.D.S. on High-Level Practice Ownership and Philanthropy by The Dental Amigos
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Episode 132 - Josh McSpadden, Co-Founder of the PracticeFinder App
Episode 132 - Josh McSpadden, Co-Founder of the PracticeFinder App by The Dental Amigos
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Episode 131 - Alan Stern, D.D.S. on Empathy, Mentorship and Gratitude in Dentistry
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Alan Stern, D.D.S, recipient of the 2023 Nifty Award for “Most Inspirational Dental Professional.” Alan works with dentists who are looking to create a workplace that is productive and profitable and a life that is rewarding and meaningful. As a speaker, Dr....
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Episode 130 – Valerie Woo, D.M.D. on Leadership & Practice Ownership
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Valerie Woo, D.M.D. entrepreneur, pediatric dentist, and dental consultant. She leverages her extensive experience to consult, guide, and mentor dentists, helping them transform chaotic practices into thriving, well-organized businesses. She integrates...
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Episode 129 - Rebecca Herring: How Dental Offices Can Reach Their Full Potential
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome Rebecca Herring, a specialized dental coach and Vice President of the Denver Dental Professional Learning Network. With over 25 years of dental industry experience, Rebecca guides and empowers dental teams to unlock their full potential through developing…
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Episode 127 – Paul Etchison, D.D.S. on Expanding Your Practice
Paul Etchison, D.D.S. is the author of two books on dental practice management, a dental coach, the owner of a $6 million group practice in the south suburbs of Chicago, and the host of the Dental Practice Heroes Podcast. This week, the Dental Amigos host Dr. Etchison and they discuss strategies...
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Episode 126 – Dr. Soraya Safi, “The Forever Associate Dentist”
Soraya Safi, D.M.D. is a coach and mentor to dental students and associate dentists. She helps associate dentists maximize the flexibility and freedom of choosing associateship over ownership and coaches them on how to overcome the isolation that often comes with such a challenging job, all while...
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Episode 125 - Ideal Practice’s Stephen Trutter on the “Do’s and Don’ts” of Dental Start-Ups
This week, the Dental Amigos welcome returning guest Stephen Trutter, the CEO of Ideal Practices, a leading consulting firm for dental start-ups. Ideal Practices follows a proven process to guide dentists through every step of opening their start-up. Stephen Trutter has helped launch nearly 1,000...
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Episode 124 - DDSmatch’s Joe McGonigal: How Brokers Add Value to Your Transaction
The Dental Amigos welcome DDSmatch’s Joe McGonigal, a dental industry veteran with over 20 years of experience helping dentists plan and execute successful practice transitions in both doctor-to-doctor and DSO affiliated transactions. As a “sell-side” advisor who focuses on the Greater…
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Episode 123 - Recent Developments: Federal Non-Compete Ban? #s in the Current Market
The Dental Amigos are back! Rob and Paul discuss recent developments in the dentistry world regarding the prohibition of covenants not to compete in the employment context by the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”). This federal non-compete ban by the FTC has been controversial spurring lawsuits…
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Episode 128 - Healers vs. Stealers: David Harris Protecting Your Dental Practice From Embezzlement
The Dental Amigos Rob and Paul are back, welcoming licensed private investigator, forensic CPA, and certified fraud examiner David Harris for a conversation about protecting your practice from financial crime. Returning guest David Harris is CEO of Prosperident, a firm dedicated to investigating...
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Episode 122 - Assembling a Group Practice - “De Novo” v. Acquisition
n the fourth episode of The Dental Amigos’ fifth season, “Assembling a Group Practice,” Rob and Paul discuss key differences between growing a DSO “de novo” (as a start-up) and by acquiring existing practices. They dive into pros and cons of both strategies, such as how branding is often more...
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Episode 121 - Assembling a Group Practice - Dentist/Associate Equity
In the third episode of The Dental Amigos’ fifth season, “Assembling a Group Practice," Rob and Paul discuss the logistics of offering an associate equity in a DSO. The Amigos begin by explaining the reasons why DSOs frequently offer associates equity, such as to increase associate retention and…
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Episode 120 - Assembling a Group Practice - Financing and Capital
In the second episode of The Dental Amigos fifth season, Assembling a Group Practice, Rob and Paul discuss different strategies that DSOs employ to acquire financing for their group practice ventures. The Amigos identify different factors that lenders consider when reviewing loan requests such as...
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Episode 119 - Assembling a Group Practice - Forming a DSO
In the first episode of The Dental Amigos’ fifth season, Assembling a Group Practice, Rob and Paul explain the logistics of a dental support organization (“DSO”), and discuss the variety of ways that group practices are formed. Understanding that DSOs may seem complex and difficult to understand,...
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Episode 118 - Buying a Dental Practice - The Transition
In the final episode of The Dental Amigos’ fourth season on buying a dental practice, Rob and Paul discuss critical issues buyers should consider when buying a dental practice and planning for the transition of the practice following the purchase. First, the Amigos outline strategies to help new...
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Episode 117 - Buying a Dental Practice - The Real Estate
In this episode of The Dental Amigos’ fourth season on buying a dental practice, Rob and Paul discuss common mistakes that buyers make with practice acquisitions regarding purchasing the real estate. While buyers often view the option to purchase real estate as an opportunity, the Amigos caution...
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Episode 116 - Buying a Practice - Negotiating the Agreement & How the Seller Can Impact the Deal
In this episode of The Dental Amigos' fourth season on buying a dental practice, Rob and Paul discuss how a buyer can create a healthy working relationship with a practice seller, the importance of establishing the seller’s role after closing, and the implications of certain terms that the seller...
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Episode 115 - Due Diligence: Financial, Operational, and Legal
In this episode of The Dental Amigos, Rob and Paul help listeners understand how to conduct due diligence when buying a dental practice. The Amigos know that due diligence can seem daunting to buyers and that it may be difficult for buyers to know where to start. With this in mind, Rob and Paul...
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Rob and Josh Salzer FTC Restrictive Covenants Webinar
Rob and Josh Salzer FTC Restrictive Covenants Webinar by The Dental Amigos
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Episode 114 - Buying a Practice - The Negotiation and the Letter of Intent Process
In the third episode of Season 4, the Dental Amigos discuss common misconceptions about the negotiation process and establishing a letter of intent when buying a dental practice. Rob and Paul give a working definition of a letter of intent and emphasize the importance of buyers having strategic...
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Episode 113- How to Find a Dental Practice to Purchase - Brokers: What They Are and What They Aren't
In this episode of The Dental Amigos, Rob and Paul discuss the logistics of finding a dental practice to purchase. The Amigos start this episode by explaining the importance of bringing a broker onto the buyer’s team as early in the process as possible, and then they focus on how to leverage key...
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Episode 112 - What to Look For and What to Avoid When Buying a Dental Practice
The Dental Amigos are back for Season 4, where they’ll dig into important aspects of buying a practice, plus they’ll be tipping off listeners to some common mistakes that they’ve seen time and time again in their many collective years of assisting buyers with dental practice acquisitions. With...
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Friendship, collaboration and education for the dental profession. Dentistry can be a lonely profession without good friends. The Dental Amigos hope to serve as a resource for dentists and those who like, love or spend time with dentists, and to bring the dental world together for the RIGHT reasons–fun, friendship and (practical) learning inside and outside of the operatory.
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