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Burnout vs Sale—What's Really Driving the Decision
Burnout can be a real signal for veterinary practice owners, but it should not automatically lead to a rushed sale. This article explains how burnout-driven exits, strategic sales, and restructuring options require different deal structures and conversations.
Margin Compression Is the Quiet Killer
Revenue can rise while profit quietly slips. This article breaks down margin compression in veterinary hospitals, where it hides, why volume alone will not fix it, and what owners should review before it impacts practice value.
Inventory Discipline — Hidden Margin Most Owners Leave on the Table
Inventory discipline is one of the most overlooked margin levers in veterinary practice ownership. This article explains how better par levels, vendor consolidation, expiry tracking, and shrinkage controls can improve profitability, strengthen EBITDA, and help practice owners prepare for a stronger sale.
DSOs vs Independent Buyers — Picking Your Lane
Should you sell your dental practice to a DSO or an independent buyer? This article breaks down the tradeoffs behind each path, from cash at close and equity rollover to EBITDA, transition timelines, control, and what you want life to look like after the sale.
The Private Equity Pushback: Why Dental Practice Owners Need Sell-Side Advisors Now More Than Ever
In recent years, private equity (PE) has reshaped the dental industry. Dental practices, especially those with strong profitability and growth potential, have become hot commodities for PE firms eager to consolidate and scale through Dental Support Organizations (DSOs).
