In a healthcare M&A transition, most practices don’t sell to private equity, yet private equity often plays a role behind the healthcare organizations (i.e., DSOs or MSOs) that practice owners partner with. Confused? Let’s break it down.

7 Pillars Founding Partner Brett Pierce joins Brian to break down private equity’s role in healthcare, common misconceptions, and what practice owners should understand before entering a strategic partnership with a DSO or MSO.

Topics Discussed:

➡️ What is Private Equity and How Does it Fit in the Healthcare Space (3:30)

➡️ The History of Private Equity (7:35)

➡️ How Common is Private Equity in Our Everyday Lives (12:40)

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Selling a practice is rarely top of mind for younger owners, who are typically focused on establishing their careers and growing their business. But what if building a successful practice early gives you more options, not fewer?

In this episode of The Advisor’s Table, Brian and Michael sit down with Dr. Fishbein to explore how he built a successful orthodontic practice, what drove its growth, and why he chose to pursue a DSO partnership earlier in his career than most owners.

Topics Discussed:

➡️ Experiencing Incredible Growth in a Short Period of Time (3:15)

➡️ Choosing to Partner with a DSO (6:20)

➡️ Fishbein Fundamentals (13:47)

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For many CEOs, a successful transition isn't just about finding the right partner. It's about leading through uncertainty, balancing the expectations of doctors, investors, and employees, and making decisions that position the organization for long-term success.

In this conversation, we explore the leadership side of a DSO transition through the perspective of a CEO who's recently been there.

Brian is joined by Founding Partner of 7 Pillars, Brett Pierce, and former CEO of Viridian Dental Partners, Alix Laurain to discuss the realities of scaling an organization, preparing for a transition, and the leadership lessons learned along the way.

Topics Discussed:

➡️ Viridian Dental Partners Recent Partnership with Innovate 32 (3:00)

➡️ Challenges of Leading an Emerging DSO (10:00)

➡️ Creating Alignment with Associates and Key Leaders Throughout the Transition Process (14:25)

➡️ Navigating Difficult Conversations (24:50)

➡️ How to Lead People Through One of the Most Complex Milestones in the Life of a Business (27:20)

Additional Resources:

7 Pillars Success Story

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