The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger

DSOs Aren’t the Enemy. Lack of Vision Is.

Dr. Glenn Krieger

Feeling like corporate ortho is closing in? Think again.

In this brutally honest and motivational 5-Minute Friday episode, I get real about the fear-mongering flooding our industry—especially when it comes to OSOs and DSOs. If you’ve been told that you have to hire a consultant, or that you can’t compete with corporate money, this episode is your wake-up call. The truth? You’re not under attack. You’re just distracted.

Knowing where you're headed is the best and only strategy to get ahead. You need a plan; OSOs, DSOs, and Corporate Dentistry are not coming for you; in fact, they have nothing to do with your journey. Once you have a plan, you can get expert help to support you and teach what you need, and your practice will be more solid.

Key Takeaways

00:00 — Economic pressures and industry fear-mongering
01:30 — The real impact of OSOs/DSOs (and why it’s overblown)
03:00 — How to filter the noise and make decisions for you
04:00 — Consultants vs. coaches: understanding what you actually need
05:30 — My story: investing $57k I didn’t have (and why it was worth it)
07:30 — Time is your most valuable currency—use it with intention
08:50 — Practical advice: write your 6-month plan, then find the right help
09:45 — Why you’re not being “attacked”—and how to stay focused on your goals
11:30 — The upcoming Orthopreneurs coaching program teaser


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