The Dental Economist Show

In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker sits down with Craig Abramowitz, a pioneering figure in the DSO industry with over two decades of experience. Craig 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.

Show Notes

In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker interviews Craig Abramowitz, a veteran DSO leader and founder of Northeast Dental Management.

Join them as they discuss:

  • 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

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:

02:42 - 04:51 - Journey from Dentist to DSO Leader

16:19 - 17:01 - Key Acquisition Lessons

23:46 - 26:19 - Private Equity's Impact on Dentistry

27:13 - 28:57 - Future of DSO Markets

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What is The Dental Economist Show?

Hi, dental economists! I’m Mike Huffaker, and this is the Dental Economist Show, where you can join me and my guests in a conversation about the business of dentistry. Get ready to reconsider everything you think you know about growing your dental business as we exchange different ideas and meet at the intersection of profit and purpose.