Dr. Marc Newman, a family dentist in Indianapolis, shares how he transformed his practice by embracing sleep apnea treatment—despite early struggles with sibling rivalry, chaotic workflows, and CPAP-resistant patients. Learn how partnering with Nexus Dental streamlined his systems, unlocked medical billing revenue, and gave patients their lives (and bedrooms) back.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

✅ The “niche” that saved his practice (and how a friend’s CPAP struggle inspired him).

✅ Why medical billing is the #1 game-changer for sleep dentistry.

✅ Screening hacks—from “How do you sleep?” to future tech.

✅ Patient stories—travel freedom, happier partners, and even reignited relationships.

✅ How Nexus turned chaos into a “well-oiled machine” (and why his team stopped leaning on him).

📍 Find Dr. Marc Newman:

Website: IndySleepApnea.com

Locations: Indianapolis (Eagle Creek) & Carmel, IN

📌 For Dentists: Ready to scale sleep dentistry? Visit Nexus Dental to learn how.

#SleepApnea #Dentistry #MedicalBilling #PatientStories #DentalPodcast

This week, Nexus Connects us to Dr. Anthony Naranja and Dr. Scott De Rossi of SerendEquity Partners—two visionary leaders bridging the gap between dentistry and systemic healthcare.

With decades of combined experience as clinicians, educators, and innovators, Dr. Naranja (a DSO and operational excellence expert) and Dr. De Rossi (a former dental school dean and oral medicine specialist) reveal how their partnership with **Nexus Dental Systems** is transforming the industry.

In this episode, they discuss:

🔹 **The untapped revenue** of medical billing for dentists (and why "dental insurance isn’t insurance—it’s a discount plan").

🔹 **Medical-dental integration**—how treating the mouth as a gateway to health is disrupting patient care.

🔹 **Leadership gaps in dentistry** and their "mini-MBA" program to empower clinicians as CEOs.

🔹 **The future of dentistry**: Why physicians and dentists may soon work under the same roof.

Whether you’re a dentist, DSO leader, or healthcare innovator, this conversation uncovers the **business, clinical, and cultural shifts** redefining oral healthcare.

**Learn more:**

👉 [Nexus Dental Systems](https://nexusdentalsystems.com)

👉 [SerendEquity Partners](https://serendequitypartners.com)

#DentalInnovation #MedicalBilling #DSO #FutureOfDentistry

This week, Nexus Connects Us to Dr. D Michal Ellis, an accomplished Orthodontist, and now specialist in the field of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Ellis discusses with Derrick why Orthodontists are uniquely positioned to provide amazing care for patients struggling to get adequate sleep each night.

From his personal journey in uncovering the role sleep apnea played in his life,

to the high-tech dental appliances now available to patients, Dr. Ellis shares his insights on the unique role the dental world plays in fighting sleep apnea. Join us for all this and more, on Nexus Connexus!

This week, Nexus Connects Us to technology, as Nexus founder Brett Brocki and Chief Technology Officer Ryan Minor join us to discuss the exciting new software developments coming from Nexus. Together, they share insights into their latest project, aimed at bridging the gap between patients and their benefits, and helping dentists to provide optimal care. Tune in for an inside look at how technology is revolutionizing the dental industry! To learn more, visit www.nexusdentalsystems.com

Today, Nexus Connects Us to Nichole Griek, introducing us to Nexus Pediatrics! This week's episode delves into a number of crucial topics surrounding sleep apnea, including the understated impact it can have on children and their development. They also cover the importance of early diagnosis, and today's improvements in sleep apnea treatment. To learn more about Nexus Pediatrics, see the link below, and be sure to tune in to Nexus Connexus!

https://nexusdentalsystems.com/pediatrics

From the MedMark Studio, Nexus Connects Us to Lisa Moler, CMO at Nexus Dental Systems and Lewis Meyers, VP of Sales, US at Somnomed, to once again dive deep into the hidden truths behind sleep apnea. From the hidden effect this sleep disorder can have on children, to the groundbreaking medical appliance that's helping countless people to find a good nights sleep once again. Stay tuned for all this and more, on Nexus Connexus!

Show notes:

00:00 - 00:19 - Intro

00:19 - 05:08 - The Nexus Experience

05:08 - 08:49 - A New Generation of Sleep Appliances

08:49 - 12:46 - The Sleep Apnea Epidemic

12:46 - 14:34 - Helping Veterans

14:34 - 16:39 - A Couples Issue

16:39 - 19:45 - Sleep Apnea Doesn't Discriminate

19:45 - 21:12 - Outro

Join Nexus Connects Us for a special episode, this time shot live at the Medmark studios in Scottsdale Arizona. Derrick is joined by past guest Dr. Beth Hammon as well as Lewis Meyers, representing SomnoMed. Together they discuss the incredible partnership between Nexus and SomnoMed, and the work they do to provide life-changing treatment for countless patients suffering from sleep disorders. They also cover the wide range of oral sleep appliances available on the market, and how each option differs from one another. Whether you’re a dental professional looking to branch out into oral sleep medicine, or someone suffering from a disorder such as obstructive sleep apnea, this episode is a must watch!

Nexus Connects Us returns in Season 2 with a refreshed style and a new studio. We’re joined by Dr. Beth Hamann from Agave Sleep and Wellness, to continue tackling the untold truths behind sleep apnea. From the misconceptions behind diagnosis and treatment, to the revolutionary new oral appliance that’s changing lives, Nexus Connects Us is shining a light on this silent epidemic.

0:00 Introduction

0:55 Dr. Beth Hamann joins us

2:40 Getting involved with Nexus

4:52 How do referrals work with Nexus?

8:08 The long term effects of sleep disorders

8:40 The diagnosis process

11:37 The CPAP compliance struggle

16:11 Sleep divorce

19:15 Essential reading for sleep disorders

23:57 Educating the public