2025 Predictions: Navigating the Future of M&A

The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape is poised for an intriguing shift as we approach 2025. The M&A market has faced significant headwinds over the past two years, primarily driven by rising interest rates and tightening credit conditions. These factors not only affected cash flow for businesses relying on debt financing but also created a […]
Polaris Names Jamie Falasz Director of Operations and Business Development

Seasoned industry leader to support company’s ongoing growth and success CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – December 5, 2024 – Polaris Healthcare Partners, a strategic consulting and M&A advisory firm for group dental practices, today announces Jamie Falasz has joined the team as its director of operations and business development. In this role, she will be responsible […]
Polaris Healthcare Partners Announces Next Level Executive Spin-Off
Next Level Executive delivers personalized coaching to help ambitious small practice clinicians become effective business leaders CHARLOTTE, N.C., NOVEMBER 20, 2024— Polaris Healthcare Partners today announced the launch of spin-off Next Level Executive, a virtual coaching experience that helps individual healthcare clinicians prepare for the next level of their careers and practices. The venture is […]
Group Dentistry Now: The Rise of the Dental Private Group Practice Model According to 4 Industry Experts

Perrin DesPortes joins industry experts and describes the advantages of GPMs as a viable alternative to private equity-backed models. He discusses the “Founder’s Dilemma” — the struggle of dentists in early-stage groups to balance clinical production with leadership roles, often leading to cash flow challenges due to acquisition costs and debt. Read the article
7 Critical Mistakes Dental Practice Owners Make When Selling Their Business

Selling your dental practice is not just a transaction; it’s a complex process that requires careful planning and foresight. However, many dental practice owners approach this significant milestone as if it were a simple event, leading to costly mistakes. Selling your business should be viewed as a process, not just an event. Here are the […]
Budgeting: An Essential Building Block for Successful Dental Practices

As a dentist, you face a unique financial landscape. You’re not only responsible for managing your professional practice, but you also have personal financial goals and expenses to handle. Balancing these two sides of your financial life can be challenging—but with the right approach, it’s entirely manageable. Many dentists operate as business owners, running their […]