We've officially hit 250 episodes! Whether you've been with us from the start or just joined recently, this milestone belongs to you—our amazing listeners. In this special episode, the Polaris team takes a look back at the journey so far: favorite moments, behind-the-scenes stories, lessons learned, and a few surprises along the way.

We'll also share what’s next for the show, including a BOLD new look, and give a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who helped us get here. Here's to the past, present, and future of this podcast—cheers to 250!
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In this episode of the Group Practice Accelerator podcast, Jamie sits down with Polaris in-house strategist, Founder & CEO, Diwakar Sinha to explore the growing appeal of the de novo strategy in dentistry. Instead of, or in addition to, acquiring existing practices, more dentists and DSOs are choosing to build from the ground up—and for good reason. Diwakar shares his insights into what de novos can offer within your growth strategy, and hints at an opportunity to learn firsthand what it takes to launch one successfully.

Thinking of expanding your practice or group? — or already have? Join Jamie as she welcomes special guest, Sara Stock, Founder & CEO of Stock Legal, as they navigate the top four legal and business minefields of dental group ownership. From contracts and structure to earned equity and buyouts, Sara gives guidance on the questions dentists wish they asked sooner!
Email Sara at: [email protected]
Website: https://www.stocklegal.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarastock/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stock-legal-llc/posts/?feedView=all

Are you aware of how market consolidation is impacting your business today? If you think those waves are not reaching the shore of your business, and you can continue without stepping up your game, then this episode is for you! Listen to this week's edition of the Group Practice Accelerator Podcast as Adin Bradley, Polaris Fractional COO & Strategic Consulting Executive, joins Jamie for a frank discussion on what many owners are missing when it comes to staying competitive with larger and more optimized groups. From staffing to patient expectations, this episode covers key points and bold moves that need to be part of your action plan now.

How has your mindset as an owner, or as an associate, affected the go-forward plan for your career? How have economic changes influenced your approach, attitude and game plan for growth? Tune in for a square-one exploration between Jamie and Polaris' own Mark Flock, as they discuss the views and behaviors that can impact the health of our businesses and how optimism can insulate and accelerate strategies for growth. Link to the ADA HPI Report: https://www.ada.org/resources/research/health-policy-institute/dental-care-market/q2-2025-state-of-us-dental-economy

Summary In this episode of the Group Practice Accelerator podcast, host Jamie Falasz and guest Cary Smith discuss ten strategies for optimizing value within group practices. They explore various aspects such as increasing patient flow, enhancing patient experience and the importance of team training and culture, to fine tune value from within. Tune in to learn how these strategies, and more, help drive growth and success.
Email Cary: [email protected]
Website: https://www.donedesk.com/

We all want to work with people who know and understand us and our specific businesses, and financial planning and wealth management are no different. Tune in to this week's episode as Jamie welcomes Matt Mulcock, Managing Partner at Dentist Advisors, for a full-picture discussion around how dentists are decidedly unique in both personal finance and wealth management. From tools and tips, to mapping out a manageable strategy and common mistakes, this edition is sure to provide insights on why working with dental-specific experts will help you keep more of the money you earn. Dentist Advisors: https://dentistadvisors.com/

What's the one thing all entrepreneurs have in common? You guessed it: Self-Doubt. While it's only natural to have emotions around building your business, engaging the right support can help owners confidently launch plans into action, side stepping the derailments that the DIY-ers will waste time and money fixing. Join Jamie and Polaris CEO, Diwakar Sinha, for a conversation around the considerations that need to happen BEFORE you build, and how a personal Discovery Day can lay out an efficient, winning strategy for success.

Are you waiting to engage support until next month or next quarter when your gut (and the numbers!) tell you that profitability is already headed in a bad direction? Tune in to this week's episode as Jamie welcomes Adin Bradley to dissect the many reasons owners get stuck and the costly outcomes of waiting to fix the issues that negatively impact the value of their businesses.

Join Jamie as she sits down for a candid conversation with attorney, Rob Montgomery as they reveal critical strategies and best practices for your growing group practice. Take notes as they uncover common deal killers, and how can you boost profitability with some simple foundational documents! You can reach Rob and team at www.yourdentallawyer.com