Craig Abramowitz on Building Lasting Dental Partnerships
In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host CRO Mike Huffaker of Planet DDS sits down with Craig Abramowitz, a pioneering figure in the dental support organization (DSO) industry with over two decades of experience. Abramowitz shares invaluable insights from founding Northeast Dental Management, which became one of the largest DSOs in the northeast, and discusses the evolution of dental practice management, partnership models, and industry trends.
Learn more about:
- The evolution of DSO business models
- Building successful dental partnerships
- Private equity’s role in dentistry
- Industry consolidation trends
- Leadership insights from major DSO executives
- Acquisition strategies and lessons learned
- The future of dental practice management
- Culture building in dental organizations
About Our Guest
Craig Abramowitz brings his extensive experience as a former CEO and current board member of several prominent DSOs to share candid insights about the industry’s past, present, and future. His approach focuses on building lasting partnerships with dentists and creating sustainable organizational growth through proper culture and leadership.
Episode Highlights
In this episode, Craig Abramowitz shares insights about true partnerships in dental practice management. Here are some highlights from the show:
Journey from dentist to DSO leader
Abramowitz shares his transition from clinical practice to dental management, explaining how finding work-life balance led him to focus on the business side of dentistry, where he found his true calling.
Key acquisition lessons
Abramowitz discusses critical lessons learnt in practice acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of trusting instincts and maintaining high standards for partnerships regardless of financial incentives.
Private equity’s impact on dentistry
Abramowitz provides insights into the mutually beneficial relationship between private equity (PE) and dental practices, sharing how PE partnerships have contributed to the industry’s growth while making organizations stronger through improved business practices.
Future of DSO markets
Exploring industry trends, Abramowitz predicts further consolidation among larger DSOs while discussing the continued role of private equity in funding emerging groups and the importance of maintaining strong partnerships with clinicians.
About The Dental Economist Show
Don’t miss insightful conversations about the latest trends and strategies in dental practice management. Tune in to the weekly Planet DDS podcast to learn how to optimize your DSO’s value and stay ahead in an evolving industry.
