Practice Owners

Coaching

Transformational growth for the dentist entrepreneur.

Accelerated & Predictable Success

Shared Practices has all the tools and expertise to guide you in becoming a successful dental entrepreneur.

We thrive on what is important to YOU. Whether that’s more time, more money or more of both, our proven systems work. We have helped dentists grow their practices by an average of 39% – we can do that for you too!

We’ve worked with hundreds of dentists, dentists that are just like you – who believe in the potential of their practice but need help to realize that potential. Our coaching program breaks the mold of traditional dental consulting and offers a way to better understand your practice. With the help of seasoned dental coaches and analytics, you are able to make strategic decisions that impact not only your practice but your life and the lives of your team members.

Dentistry has evolved and at Shared Practices we have developed proven business solutions to meet any challenge that comes your way. For most dentists, the clinical part comes easy. What’s challenging is all the other aspects of being a dental entrepreneur. Many dentists try to implement systems and train their teams on their own. It may take years to figure it all out. With the help of a coach, that time could be substantially reduced so you can live your vision sooner.

Starting a practice can be challenging and overwhelming. Our Coaching Team of experts guide you through this complex process in a systematic and seamless manner. Once you have chosen your ideal location and have built-out your dream practice, we can help put all the rest of the pieces in place to ensure you can hit the ground running.

It is our goal that the systems we implement with the team are ones that outlive the practice. All of our core processes, scripts and tools are documented so as the practice grows, the processes can be adopted by any new team members.

How are we different?

The coaching at Shared Practices is not like the average coaching. Thank Goodness! Most coaching programs will FAIL you. Because they use cookie-cutter advice and industry standard benchmarks. At Shared Practices, we don’t use templated approaches or a one-size fits all approach because that won’t grow your practice.

With one-on-one sessions tailored to your specific needs, our coaches work with you to identify your strengths and weaknesses, set realistic and measurable goals, and develop a plan to help you achieve them.

Ask yourself – Is what I’m doing now PROFITABLE? Is it SIMPLE? Is it SUSTAINABLE?

If you’ve answered “no” to any one of the above questions, you may be jeopardizing long term gain by implementing short term solutions. Many dentists have felt the demands of doing clinical dentistry and leading a team. More often than not building the practice has meant time away from family, added stress and a general feeling of overwhelm. Our proven systems generate an average of 39% in additional revenue so that you become more profitable. We help you work smarter and not harder, making things simpler. Our hands-on approach and training with your team ensures the systems we implement stick, so your personal and practice life feels more sustainable and less stressed.

How are we different?

The coaching at Shared Practices is not like the average coaching. Thank Goodness! Most coaching programs will FAIL you. Because they use cookie-cutter advice and industry standard benchmarks. At Shared Practices, we don’t use templated approaches or a one-size fits all approach because that won’t grow your practice.

With one-on-one sessions tailored to your specific needs, our coaches work with you to identify your strengths and weaknesses, set realistic and measurable goals, and develop a plan to help you achieve them.

Ask yourself – Is what I’m doing now PROFITABLE? Is it SIMPLE? Is it SUSTAINABLE?

If you’ve answered “no” to any one of the above questions, you may be jeopardizing long term gain by implementing short term solutions. Many dentists have felt the demands of doing clinical dentistry and leading a team. More often than not building the practice has meant time away from family, added stress and a general feeling of overwhelm. Our proven systems generate an average of 39% in additional revenue so that you become more profitable. We help you work smarter and not harder, making things simpler. Our hands-on approach and training with your team ensures the systems we implement stick, so your personal and practice life feels more sustainable and less stressed.

Pricing

Start-Up

$2,800

/ MO

most popular

Specialist

$2,800

/ MO

Hygiene

$1,400

/ MO

The Coaches

SuzanneRassy

Coach

Beginning as a dental assistant, Suzanne discovered her passion for the business facet of dentistry, advancing to a Business Manager role where she honed her skills in team leadership and streamlined systems for practice growth. She transitioned to consulting in 2003 and spent a decade with Mercer Advisors, initially managing consultant education, and later as the “coach to the coaches,” devising impactful strategies for practices. Suzanne’s tenure also included developing practice growth tracking software and teaching at renowned institutions like the Spear Center. From joining Patterson Dental in 2013 as an educator to establishing her own coaching business in 2015, she’s transformed practices nationwide with her balanced approach. Now, as the Director of Client Services at Shared Practices, Suzanne continues her mission to provide comprehensive education on the business side of dentistry for doctors and team members alike, ensuring practice growth is inevitable.

SuzanneRassy

Director of Client Success

Beginning as a dental assistant, Suzanne discovered her passion for the business facet of dentistry, advancing to a Business Manager role where she honed her skills in team leadership and streamlined systems for practice growth. She transitioned to consulting in 2003 and spent a decade with Mercer Advisors, initially managing consultant education, and later as the “coach to the coaches,” devising impactful strategies for practices. Suzanne’s tenure also included developing practice growth tracking software and teaching at renowned institutions like the Spear Center. From joining Patterson Dental in 2013 as an educator to establishing her own coaching business in 2015, she’s transformed practices nationwide with her balanced approach. Now, as the Director of Client Services at Shared Practices, Suzanne continues her mission to provide comprehensive education on the business side of dentistry for doctors and team members alike, ensuring practice growth is inevitable.

DanielleKramer

Coach

With a multifaceted journey beginning in 2005, Danielle navigated through various roles in the dental field, from front office responsibilities to a dental assistant, ultimately evolving into a business manager. Her prior experience in medical billing significantly shaped her skills in healthcare management, providing a rich backdrop for her dental career. Passionate about team development and leadership, Danielle finds immense fulfillment in fostering environments that encourage growth and transformation, and helping individuals realize their utmost potential. Balancing a comprehensive understanding of healthcare practices with a deep commitment to people development, she aspires to make a lasting impact on both the industry and the people she comes into contact with.

DanielleKramer

Coach

With a multifaceted journey beginning in 2005, Danielle navigated through various roles in the dental field, from front office responsibilities to a dental assistant, ultimately evolving into a business manager. Her prior experience in medical billing significantly shaped her skills in healthcare management, providing a rich backdrop for her dental career. Passionate about team development and leadership, Danielle finds immense fulfillment in fostering environments that encourage growth and transformation, and helping individuals realize their utmost potential. Balancing a comprehensive understanding of healthcare practices with a deep commitment to people development, she aspires to make a lasting impact on both the industry and the people she comes into contact with.

CaitlinEmbree

Coach

Caitlin fell in love with dentistry after taking a Patient Care Coordinator position, upon graduating from the University of Washington in 2014. Prior to her role as a coach with Shared Practices, she spent many years as a Treatment Coordinator before eventually becoming an Office Manager in a busy group practice near downtown Seattle.

After relocating to Arizona in 2020, Caitlin transitioned to a coaching role with Shared Practices as the program was first launching. Her experience in dentistry, coupled with her background in business management and service, made her a natural fit for practice management coaching and team development. She has since joined The Shared Practices Podcast as a co-host on the ‘Coaches Corner’ segment, where she discusses key topics that are impacting dentists and their teams today.

Caitlin loves coaching because it allows her to see a dentist’s vision and help them execute on the steps it takes to grow their practice to where they want it to be. She gets fulfillment from building relationships with dental team members and coaching them to reach their fullest potential in their own roles. She continues to bring clear direction to every client she meets and serves as a compassionate sounding board to all clients and their teams.

CaitlinEmbree

Coach

Caitlin fell in love with dentistry after taking a Patient Care Coordinator position, upon graduating from the University of Washington in 2014. Prior to her role as a coach with Shared Practices, she spent many years as a Treatment Coordinator before eventually becoming an Office Manager in a busy group practice near downtown Seattle.

After relocating to Arizona in 2020, Caitlin transitioned to a coaching role with Shared Practices as the program was first launching. Her experience in dentistry, coupled with her background in business management and service, made her a natural fit for practice management coaching and team development. She has since joined The Shared Practices Podcast as a co-host on the ‘Coaches Corner’ segment, where she discusses key topics that are impacting dentists and their teams today.

Caitlin loves coaching because it allows her to see a dentist’s vision and help them execute on the steps it takes to grow their practice to where they want it to be. She gets fulfillment from building relationships with dental team members and coaching them to reach their fullest potential in their own roles. She continues to bring clear direction to every client she meets and serves as a compassionate sounding board to all clients and their teams.

ChristieLarson

Coach

With over a decade of experience in office management and leadership, Christie has excelled in overseeing various office types, from established offices to startup ventures, and navigating ownership transitions. Her passion for the dental industry drives her to help doctors build high-performing teams and shape positive workplace cultures. As a Dental Coach, she has helped many doctors achieve their vision and reach their goals. Christie is a proven leader, dedicated to the business of dentistry.

She lectures in many arenas with the goal of impacting people on positive thinking and leadership. At Shared Practices she has had the opportunity to work with dental teams helping both team members and doctors realize their personal and professional goals.

ChristieLarson

Coach

With over a decade of experience in office management and leadership, Christie has excelled in overseeing various office types, from established offices to startup ventures, and navigating ownership transitions. Her passion for the dental industry drives her to help doctors build high-performing teams and shape positive workplace cultures. As a Dental Coach, she has helped many doctors achieve their vision and reach their goals. Christie is a proven leader, dedicated to the business of dentistry.

She lectures in many arenas with the goal of impacting people on positive thinking and leadership. At Shared Practices she has had the opportunity to work with dental teams helping both team members and doctors realize their personal and professional goals.

LoriWilliams

Coach

Lori’s journey in dentistry began 17 years ago, as patient care coordinator and rapidly evolved into the role of office manager. During that time, she played a vital role in transforming a solo doctor dental practice into a thriving multi-doctor practice. As the practice continued to grow, she took on more of a
regional manager role in a newly formed dynamic DSO group. IN her new role, Lori contributed significantly to new acquisitions by establishing essential systems and protocols that were instrumental in the successful integrations.

Her passion lies in nurturing positive team cultures and assisting dedicated doctors in optimizing production and collections. Lori’s ultimate goal is to build strong personal connections and empower individuals to discover their self-worth, confidence, and purpose.

As a coach at Shared Practices, Lori aligns perfectly with the mission of equipping dentists and their teams with the tools and knowledge to achieve their deepest aspirations in life.

LoriWilliams

Coach

Lori’s journey in dentistry began 17 years ago, as patient care coordinator and rapidly evolved into the role of office manager. During that time, she played a vital role in transforming a solo doctor dental practice into a thriving multi-doctor practice. As the practice continued to grow, she took on more of a
regional manager role in a newly formed dynamic DSO group. IN her new role, Lori contributed significantly to new acquisitions by establishing essential systems and protocols that were instrumental in the successful integrations.

Her passion lies in nurturing positive team cultures and assisting dedicated doctors in optimizing production and collections. Lori’s ultimate goal is to build strong personal connections and empower individuals to discover their self-worth, confidence, and purpose.

As a coach at Shared Practices, Lori aligns perfectly with the mission of equipping dentists and their teams with the tools and knowledge to achieve their deepest aspirations in life.

TraciRoland

Coach

Traci embarked on her journey in dentistry over 25 years ago working as a treatment coordinator/manager in a private practice where she honed her skills in management. It was during this time that she developed a deep appreciation for the intricacies of dental practice operations.

Driven by a desire to contribute more to the field, Traci crossed paths with a forward-thinking dentist who was actively acquiring practices to build a small-scale DSO. During this transformative period, Traci was instrumental with the expansion of the organization from just four practices to an impressive network of eleven: taking on roles such as Regional Manager, Deputy Director of Operations, and Practice Acquisition Director.

Traci has found her true calling as a Practice Coach at Shared Practices. She thrives on helping dental professionals and their teams reach new heights, optimize operations, identify growth opportunities, and foster a culture of excellence. She is committed to empowering doctors and their staff to grow, improve patient care, and navigate the complexities of modern dental practice management.

TraciRoland

Coach

Traci embarked on her journey in dentistry over 25 years ago working as a treatment coordinator/manager in a private practice where she honed her skills in management. It was during this time that she developed a deep appreciation for the intricacies of dental practice operations.

Driven by a desire to contribute more to the field, Traci crossed paths with a forward-thinking dentist who was actively acquiring practices to build a small-scale DSO. During this transformative period, Traci was instrumental with the expansion of the organization from just four practices to an impressive network of eleven: taking on roles such as Regional Manager, Deputy Director of Operations, and Practice Acquisition Director.

Traci has found her true calling as a Practice Coach at Shared Practices. She thrives on helping dental professionals and their teams reach new heights, optimize operations, identify growth opportunities, and foster a culture of excellence. She is committed to empowering doctors and their staff to grow, improve patient care, and navigate the complexities of modern dental practice management.

Hear what our members are saying

Dr. Jesspreet Parmar
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“Office wide team meetings with my coach, Caitlin, are critical for implementing a new system. The message resonates with staff much more because it comes from the perspective of a former Office Manager instead of just the Doctor. The meetings are so helpful!”
Dr. Derek Cornetta
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"Coaching has been wonderful. Not only has my coach helped me gain clarity in my vision for my practice and my life, but she’s been integral to helping execute on the vision and hold me accountable for key growth targets. Would highly recommend!"
Dr. Hannah Glasunov
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"Working with my Shared Practices coach has been crucial throughout my ownership journey. My coach has helped me have confidence in every decision I make for my practice, whether big or small. She's guided me through tough conversations and prepared me for things I didn't see coming. Having frequent check-ins keeps me on track and is something I need, as it's easy to push things aside when you don't want to face them. I am thankful for the coaching and community I have at Shared Practices and look forward to continuing the path of personal and professional growth alongside them!"
Dr. Evan Matthysse
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“My Shared Practices coach has been an absolute asset for our practice. The coaches have been through what you’re going through and can point out your blind spots. They have the resources to help set up your systems and will meet with your team even without you present (honestly that might be the best thing a coach can do for you). The coach will keep you on track and accountable while moving your practice toward your goals. If you’re on the fence, you should 100% bring one of the Shared Practices coaches on board.”
Dr. Mary Margaret Vaughan
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“It was so helpful having someone help me analyze benchmarks and KPIs. I grew my practice significantly and added several team members and an associate. Having a coach gave me the confidence to do so. I also utilized advertisements, templates, systems, etc. that my coach supplied so I didn't have to recreate the wheel. I loved having my coach meet with team members directly as well, especially when training the team how to use new software or implement new systems.”
Dr. Megan Timm
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“Coaching has been paramount for our practice because it’s shown us ways to improve our practice financially, personally and has shown us ways to improve our team management. Our team has really enjoyed working with our coach on different policy’s protocols and enhancing our overall patient experience.”
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