Synergy Practices Dental Podcast

Michael Anderson, the owner of a marketing company called Wonderist discusses Practice Acquisition vs Start up from the viewpoint of marketing as well as business investment with Artin Safarian.  The conversation goes deep into what it means to own a practice and what it takes to know if you are ready to purchase a practice vs. to start one up.  The two compare the dental business with their own b...

Dr. Williams, who is a retired dentist and someone who has been teaching at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry for years now, discusses the importance of understanding the type of dentistry prior to purchasing an existing practice and/or starting a new practice.  Dr. Williams evaluates how dentistry has changed over the years and the process of what he went through when he started his...

Dr. Harshit Aggarwal discusses in details about his journey of buying an existing practice and what he went through and why he chose the specific practice that he purchased.  He provides great information in regards to purchasing a practice as well as starting a new practice.  His discussion with Artin Safarian goes into details with what he would recommend new dentists to do now-a-days in regards...

Artin Safarian discusses with Dr. Orraca-Tetten her path to success through her start-up.  Dr. Orraca-Tetten talks about her decisions of why she picked doing a start-up vs. an acquisitions which she explained was an option for her at that time. 

Dr. Harry Snydman, who is with Choice Dental Practice Transitions has a detail conversation with Artin Safarian in regards to his extensive experience in starting a practice as well as purchasing a practice.  Dr. Harry Snydman practiced dentistry successfully for years and is now with a company that brokers acquisitions.  Being personally involved with the reality of starting up his own practice,...

An interesting conversation with Dr. Jesse Ritter about the journey he took in purchasing his practice and the advice he gives out for new doctors doing the same thing.  Artin Safarian discusses with Dr. Ritter the challenges he went through during the process and looking back at it today what he has learned from that experience.  Dr. Ritter goes on with explaining what he would recommend himself...

Artin Safarian and Brian Frederick who has over 30 years of experience in the dental world, discuss how and what steps a dentist should take in becoming a practice owner.  They discuss the pluses and minuses of purchasing a practice and the correct way of going about it.

Artin Safarian sits down and discusses in depth the benefits and the challenges of purchasing an existing practice versus starting your own practice from scratch with Lori Riley of US Bank 

Ground-up building construction is a complicated endeavor that requires a team (or an all-inclusive firm) of licensed individuals to complete.  In today's podcast, we focus solely on the roles of the architect versus the role of the landscape architect.  There is an important and significant difference.  Looking to construct your own building with beautiful foliage and greenery? Then this is the p...

Sasha decides to "check out" an issue a listener is having with their business area.  The check-out is a vital area for many specialties, especially general dentists.  Sasha discusses the ins and "check-outs" of a properly sized check-out area.

In today's episode, Sasha discusses cold, dark shells. Cold dark shells are a common type of leasable or purchasable space. They tend to have the highest potential for customizing but also tend to have the highest cost. Listen in as Sasha explains why. It might have a scary name, but it might be the perfect type of space for your build-out.  

In this episode, Art and Antonis are back together once again.  This time, they discuss why it matters to work with a realtor who is an expert in their field.

In this episode, Art and Antonis get together to discuss general lease terms.  Lease terms are all customizable, though knowing the basics can help you make the best decision when considering spaces.

Sound Insulation- In this episode we learn that not all sound insulation provides the same amount of sound restriction.   Sasha takes some time to discuss sound insulation and how it is used in medical and dental offices. .  There are dozens of different types and methods of insulation.  It's important to know exactly what you're paying for and getting when adding insulation in your walls. Permits...

Sound Insulation- In this episode, we learn that not all sound insulation provides the same amount of sound restriction.   Sasha takes some time to discuss sound insulation and how it is used in medical and dental offices. .  There are dozens of different types and methods of insulation.  It's important to know exactly what you're paying for and getting when adding insulation in your walls. Permit...

In this week’s episode of Synergy Practices Podcast, Sasha and Art discuss a red card involving used dental equipment. Is used dental equipment worth it? Are there any potential red cards with used equipment? Listen to this week's episode if you're considering used equipment!

In this week’s episode of Synergy Practices Podcast, Sasha and Art discuss a red card involving "project phasing".  Follow along as Sasha and Art discuss phasing a project and how phasing a project can help avoid shutting down an office.  Phasing is a great way to avoid shutting down your practice when considering a remodel or expansion.

 In this week’s episode of Synergy Practices Podcast, Sasha and Art discuss a red card involving an expansion.  An orthodontist had the intention of expanding their existing practice and worked with a local architect and contractor to get drawings completed and ready for construction.  Now with drawings in the city, the orthodontist has run into an issue where the county won't approve the permits...

In this week’s episode of Synergy Practices Podcast, Sasha discusses what is required to add an operatory.  For a dental office, no rooms are more important than the dental operatories.  So it's no surprise one of the most common questions we receive from dental listeners is, "What do I need to add an operator in my existing office space?"  Sasha discusses operatory additions on a high level with...

In this week’s episode of the Synergy Practices podcast, Sasha dives into the banking world, but most importantly - he takes you into the brain of what a banker wants to know about you when interested in getting a loan for a new practice or acquisition.  Sasha breaks down what is needed for a startup, the questions your banker wants to know, and what you should know when you reach out to a banker....

In this week’s episode of synergy practices, Sasha dives head first into the world of flooring.  What’s on your floors, you ask?  Sasha goes into the world of concrete and imperfections in flooring. This is something to take into consideration if you’re considering a tenant fit-out.  Core drilling is necessary. Sasha explains what this means and how it happens, in addition to what to look for to a...

In this week’s episode, Sasha goes into what it takes and how to go about adding a level to an existing structure.  Sasha works with a Veterinarian that converted their home into their practice and is now interested in adding to it.  They are interested in adding an additional space to the back of their home. Sasha breaks down the immediate factors that can help answer whether you’re able to add o...

In this week’s episode of the red card segment, Sasha takes you on a unique episode.  He worked with a doctor that has an extra room that he’s interested in turning into an operatory.  This is a 25 year old practice. As far as anyone knows, this room has not been plumbed, and the doctor wants this project to be completed with a small budget.  Starting with permits, knowing what’s needed for an add...

In this week’s episode of the Red Card, Sasha dives into the red card for this week, and it has a lot to do with the  “change order” world.  There's a physical therapy practice that has a shower situation that’s turned out to be a pretty sticky one.  There’s a bathroom with a full shower for the customers to use after their session.  They’re working with a contractor. It turns out that their desig...

In this week’s episode of the red card segment, Sasha dives into it with the delivery of furniture for a practice that’s being built.  We work with a practice that’s reaching the end of the project and is almost ready for the furniture.  In most cases, there will be a schedule that outlines the project and the delivery of different phases.  It turns out that the furniture was delivered to the site...