Navigating DSO Innovation

Navigating DSO Innovation

Navigating DSO Innovation: The TrueLark AI podcast dives into the future of dentistry! Join us as we talk about the opportunities and challenges in the industry with a focus on how technology is changing the game for Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) and multi-practice groups. In each episode, we dissect the latest advancements in practice management, patient communication, and other innovations. Our mission? To equip you with the knowledge and strategies to streamline operations, scale your business, and ultimately, deliver legendary patient care. Your fearless guides: - Eric Weeden: A seasoned sales leader and team builder with a laser focus on growth, Eric unlocks the power of tech for DSOs. - Liz Strikwerda: A dental marketing maven with a passion for storytelling, Liz translates tech complexities into actionable insights. Together, Eric and Liz bring decades of experience in technology, marketing, and sales to the table. Join us as we navigate the intersection of dentistry and technology!

Episodes

June 11, 2024 25 mins

In this episode of Navigating DSO Innovation, Eric Weeden and Liz Strikwerda welcome Dr. Jeremy Krell, a general dentist and seasoned investor with a robust business background. Dr. Krell shares his extensive experience in the dental industry, having raised funds, generated returns, and led strategic innovations at numerous companies. He is currently the managing partner at Revere Partne...

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    In this episode, we explore the intersection of culture and strategy within Dental Support Organizations (DSOs). Eric Pastan, an experienced leader in the dental industry and Director at Skytale Group, joins us to share his insights on recruiting, retaining, and managing human capital effectively.

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    1. Importance of Culture in DSOs:

      • Eric emphasizes that cultu...
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    In this episode of Navigating DSO Innovation, hosts Eric Weeden and Liz Strikwerda welcome Rajeev Bhatia, CEO of BPK Tech. Rajeev dicusses how he and his team are building a software business in the dental industry, drawing from his experiences and challenges, including his wife's influence as a dentist. We explore the evolution of dental tech, the importan...

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    In this episode of "Navigating DSO Innovation," host Liz Strikwerda interviews Tim McNeely, CEO and co-founder of The Lifestone Companies and host of Dental Wealth Nation. Known for his expertise in helping dental entrepreneurs thrive amidst uncertainty, Tim shares his insights on both business and personal financial success.

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    Phil Toh, co-founder of The Smilist DSO and Operating Partner at Zenyth Partners, discusses how the DSO industry has changed since he launched The Smilist in 2014, lessons learned along the way, branded vs non-branded DSOs, and how the organization helps dentists and their practices be successful. 

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    Join us as we sit down with the Dr. Len Tau, a former practicing dentist turned consultant extraordinaire (and genuine dental influencer), who helps dentists market their businesses. Dr. Tau, now overseeing the dental division at Birdeye, shares his wealth of knowledge and experience in generating five-star reviews and building a stellar online reputation ...

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    Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, discusses the cyberthreat landscape in the healthcare industry, with a focus on dental practices. What are the odds that a healthcare business suffers a hack? Is ransomware the most common approach or are there other methods cybercriminals use to extort money? What is the first step that any DSO or dental practice should take to better understand...

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    This episode of Navigating DSO Innovation dives deep into the heart of a thriving DSO with Dr. Dipesh Patel, CEO of Blueprint Smiles!

    Dr. Patel isn't just passionate about dentistry - he's passionate about building a team culture that thrives. We'll explore how Blueprint Smiles identifies practices that perfectly align with their DSO values, ensuring a successful integration and a happy,...

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