Looming Medicaid cuts could devastate DSOs serving Medicaid recipients as economic challenges persist, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, the dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and the chief clinical auditor for Dental Care Alliance, recently…
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Culture is a crucial aspect of dental practices for a number of reasons. It defines how practices operate and how they provide care to patients, according to dentists. Having a positive culture typically includes listening to patients, strong teamwork and…
Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health has launched a business unit to integrate primary care with dentistry. PDS Health Medical, led by President Joe Feldsien, combines medical and dental care at a single location to provide patients with whole body care, according…
Bill Murray plans to use his extensive background in finance and healthcare operations to advance Allied OMS as a leader in the field. Mr. Murray was appointed CFO of the company in September. He has more than 25 years of…
Becker’s has spoken with dozens of DSO executives this year about leadership, staffing, overcoming challenges and more. Here are 10 notable insights from dental industry leaders: Doug Drew. CEO of U.S. Oral Surgery Management (Irving, Texas): I’ve been doing this…
Doug Drew is using critical concepts from the veterinary field to lead in his new role as CEO of Irving, Texas-based U.S. Oral Surgery Management. Mr. Drew succeeded Richard Hall, who became chair of the company’s board of directors. Mr.…
Henderson, Nev.-based PDS Health is zeroing in on organic growth, opening de novo offices, technology and oral systemic health to drive growth this year. The healthcare company has opened more than 30 offices this year and plans to open between…
Dental employers gaining a better understanding of who they are hiring could help improve hiring and retention rates in the industry, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Barry Lyon, DDS, the dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and…
Dental leaders across the U.S. are voicing a mix of concern, adaptation and cautious optimism as staffing shortages continue to reshape practices, patient access and the future workforce. Here’s what five dental leaders have told Becker’s recently about the state…
Workforce shortages are a long-standing challenge facing dentistry, affecting practices’ ability to treat more patients. Four dentists recently spoke with Becker’s to share how staff shortages are affecting their practices this year: Note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity and…