A New Dental Partnership To Allow Dentist To THRIVE: Mike Baird, CEO of Accelerate Dental

In Honor of Scott: Bringing Hope to the Dental Community

Today marks three years since Scott chose to leave this world and then lost his battle on March 13, 2022. I'm dedicating this special episode of my podcast to honor his memory and the dream he held so dearly—helping dentists THRIVE.

Scott was passionate about mentoring new dentists and sharing his wisdom. He loved the clinical aspects of dentistry but often expressed how the weight of practice ownership felt overwhelming. His story resonates with so many in our profession who feel the same burden.

That's why I'm excited to introduce you to Mike Baird, CEO and Founder of Accelerate Dental. When I first met Mike, I instantly recognized that his approach was exactly what Scott had envisioned—a partnership model that allows dentists to focus on what they love while providing the support they need.

In today's episode, we explore Mike's innovative approach to dental practice partnerships, his vision for giving dentists greater autonomy while expanding their influence, and how technology is transforming every aspect of the dental industry.

Accelerate Dental represents that crucial alternative path—one that brings hope and positivity to our dental community. They've created a supportive environment where dentists can succeed not just professionally, but personally too.

This conversation feels especially meaningful today as we remember Scott and continue his legacy of supporting dentists in living balanced, fulfilling lives.

Listen now to discover how this radical approach is reshaping the dental ecosystem and challenging traditional DSO models.

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Mike Baird | CEO

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Website: https://acceleratedental.com/

 

 

Michael Baird is the CEO of Accelerate Dental, an innovative Dental Partnership Organization  helping entrepreneurial dentists retain practice ownership, increase practice growth, and deliver  higher quality care.  

Prior to founding Accelerate, Michael served as CEO of Henry Schein One, helping the world’s  largest dental software company transition to the cloud and overseeing a software portfolio  used by 70% of Dentists. Before that, Michael was founder and CEO of Avizia and served as President of Amwell after Avizia was acquired in 2018. Mike helped grow Amwell to be the largest  provider of telehealth technology and services in the US with a successful IPO in 2020. Earlier in  his career, Mike held senior positions at Tandberg, Cisco, McKinsey & Company and Dell. Mike  serves on the boards of the American Telemedicine Association, TimelyMD, and is also a Venture  Partner at Waterline Ventures, a Boston based venture capital dedicated to digital health  transformation. Mr. Baird holds a BS degree in accounting from Brigham Young University, an  MBA with distinction from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and  was designated in 2005 as a Siebel Scholar. 

Mike has been honored multiple times including: 

2023 Henry Schein One UK, “Best Places to Work” 

2022 Henry Schein One, “Best Places to Work”  

 

Takeaways

Accelerate Dental aims to keep dentists as entrepreneurs rather than employees.
 The rise of DSOs has changed the dental practice landscape significantly.
 Ownership is crucial for optimal patient care and practice management.
 Mike Baird's background in healthcare and technology informs his approach to dental partnerships.
 Dentists often feel isolated in their professio