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Healthcare 100

Healthcare 100

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 Welcome to Healthcare100 — The Ultimate Playbook for Scaling in Healthcare. Hosted by visionary tech entrepreneur Amol Nirgudkar (CEO of Patient Prism) and healthcare operator-turned-investor A.J. Peak (Founder of Health Wealth Capital), Healthcare100 delivers raw, strategy-packed conversations with the C-suite leaders reshaping the future of healthcare. From multi-site operators and private equity partners to healthtech pioneers, each episode pulls back the curtain on the growth engines behind America’s fastest-scaling DSOs, MSOs, AI platforms, and RCM powerhouses. Each week, you’ll get access to the strategies, systems, and capital structures that drive real results—plus at least one $100K+ idea you can implement right away. Operators get tactical frameworks to multiply EBITDA and enterprise value. Investors gain insight into emerging trends and high-yield deal structures. Innovators learn how to turn technology into traction—and scale faster with fewer missteps. This is the inside edge healthcare leaders have been looking for.Copyright 2025 Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
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  • The $1,000-an-Hour Schedule: Unlocking Peak Productivity per Chair

    The $1,000-an-Hour Schedule: Unlocking Peak Productivity per Chair
    Sep 5 2025
    The pursuit of peak productivity in dentistry is not about working faster — it’s about working smarter. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Eric Tobler, Dentist of Stonehaven Dental and Mortenson Dental Partners, and Dr. Bruce Baird, Co-Founder at Productive Dentist Academy, to unpack how clinicians can unlock the coveted “$1,000-an-hour” schedule and what it really takes to achieve that level of efficiency. From comprehensive diagnosis to case acceptance, from block scheduling to leveraging AI, they share practical strategies to elevate both clinical care and business performance.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.05:45 Individual growth matters more than rigid benchmarks.10:42 Productivity comes from smart scheduling, not just working faster.15:44 CAD/CAM technology allows dentists to provide higher-quality restorations.21:04 Block scheduling improves productivity and allows same-day care.26:50 Quality of new patients matters more than quantity.35:28 Clinical excellence and patient care must always come first.40:10 Training team members as experts expands care and saves time.44:46 Pre-diagnosis with hygienists builds patient trust and consistency.50:05 Guiding patients to longer-lasting options improves decisions.52:33 Clinician engagement is key to improving outcomes.Resources Mentioned:Dr. Eric Toblerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/erictoblerdmd/Stonehaven Dental | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/stonehaven-dental/about/Stonehaven Dental | Websitehttp://www.stonehavendental.comMortenson Dental Partners | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/mortenson-dental-partners/Mortenson Dental Partners | Websitehttps://mortensondentalpartners.com/Dr. Bruce Bairdhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bruce-b-baird-872abb11/Productive Dentist Academy | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/productive-dentist-academy/Productive Dentist Academy | Websitehttp://www.productivedentist.com/Overjethttps://www.overjet.com/Clinical Calibration Institutehttps://productivedentist.com/dental-consulting-services/clinical-calibration-institute/Thank you for listening to “Healthcare 100.” Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe so you don’t miss out on any episodes. #FutureOfHealthcare #AIInHealth #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth
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  • Conversion Machines: Turning Leads Into Lifetime Patients

    Conversion Machines: Turning Leads Into Lifetime Patients
    Aug 19 2025

    Converting leads into lifelong patients is more than just a process. It’s about alignment, insight, and execution. In this episode, we explore how leading DSOs tackle the challenges of lead management and the patient experience. Daniel Mirsky, SVP and Chief Information Officer of Sage Dental, and Heidi Arndt, Founder and CEO of Evolve Dental Advisors, discuss operationalizing soft skills, breaking down clinical silos, and building sustainable growth engines for DSOs.


    Key Takeaways:


    (02:34) Routing inbound calls to the right teams is key to lead conversion.

    (05:24) No schedule blocks for new patients means lower conversion and limited growth.

    (10:25) Cross-training clinical and ops teams breaks silos and boosts patient understanding.

    (15:34) Centralizing insurance support helps spot trends and resolve complex issues faster.

    (21:27) A finance waterfall provides flexible options for patients with varying budgets.

    (24:55) Integrating dialer and practice systems enables quick, patient-focused action.

    (30:41) Urgency comes from explaining why treatment matters and the risks of delay.

    (32:18) A focused AI or aligner campaign aligns the team and boosts performance.


    Resources Mentioned:


    Daniel Mirsky

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/danmirsky/


    Sage Dental | LinkedIn

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-dental-southeast-florida/


    Sage Dental | Website

    https://mysagedental.com/


    Heidi Arndt

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidirarndt/


    Evolve Dental Advisors | LinkedIn

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolve-dental-advisors/


    Evolve Dental Advisors | Website

    https://www.evolvinggroupdentistry.com/


    CareCredit

    https://www.carecredit.com/


    Patient Prism

    https://www.patientprism.com/




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  • Data That Talks Back: Driving Action From Dashboards

    Data That Talks Back: Driving Action From Dashboards
    Aug 5 2025

    Data dashboards aren’t enough — growth today requires actionable insights delivered to the people doing the work. In this episode, hosts Amol Nirgudkar and A.J. Peak welcome Elliot Zibel, Founder and CEO of ClariFi Health, and Mick Janness, CEO of Oakpoint, to explore how modern DSOs can move from static reports to real-time decision-making. Together, they break down the tools, strategies, and KPIs that move the needle and explain why solving data infrastructure early can unlock EBITDA and drive long-term scalability.


    Key Takeaways:


    (04:37) Multiple PMS systems make it hard to standardize processes across practices.

    (11:20) Data needs to be clear, focused, and actionable for those driving outcomes.

    (20:02) Real intelligence means turning data into action, not just showing the past.

    (25:02) AI is less about hype and more about supporting smarter, prioritized decisions.

    (32:58) Without proactive data, many DSOs are flying blind each month.

    (36:17) Phones and unscheduled treatment are key to filling open slots.

    (40:56) Simplifying data helps front desk teams focus on what truly matters.

    (45:17) Strong morning huddles directly boost team performance and daily outcomes.

    (50:27) The right data, paired with context and coaching, drives efficiency and accountability.

    (54:25) More X-rays fuel better AI, diagnostics, and treatment acceptance.


    Resources Mentioned:


    Amol Nirgudkar

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/amolnirgudkar/


    A.J. Peak

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajpeak/


    Elliot Zibel

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliot-zibel-cfa-58858728/


    ClariFi Health | LinkedIn

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/clarifihealth/


    ClariFi Health | Website

    https://www.clarifi.health/


    Mick Janness

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mick-janness/


    Oakpoint | LinkedIn

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/oakpoint/


    Oakpoint | Website

    https://oakpoint.us/


    Domo

    https://www.domo.com/


    HEDIS Standards

    https://www.ncqa.org/hedis/


    Patient Prism

    https://www.patientprism.com/




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