Modern Dentistry and Never Compromising Patient Care - Associate Dentist PDS Health Employee Review

5.0
Oct 4, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

1) Patient communication is key! As providers, sometimes we take this for granted, but connection with our patients is ultimately what guides our success. PDS really supports this ideal, because truly, it is an ideal. 2) Continuing Education: in order to be the very best dental providers we can be, it is imperative that we stay on top of dentistry's ever changing waves as well as continue our pursuit of learning and personal growth. PDS really supports clinicians in this respect and the courses are taught by tremendous doctors whose success is evident in their own lives and practice. 3) Potential to become an owner dentist! This should be every clinician's ultimate goal in this wonderful company. Enjoying life outside the dental office AND having autonomy (YES, YOU DO HAVE AUTONOMY IN PDS!!) as an owner dentist? Sign me up! 4) There is always someone you can call, email, text, or visit in person for help. Always. The network that exists within PDS amongst providers and management is pretty spectacular. I have met the most friendly, wonderful, supportive colleagues within this model and believe I am making connections and friends for life. I have felt that everyone really wants to see the other succeed. There are no secrets amongst clinicians and providers, knowledge is shared and success is encouraged. 5) I love having personal goals and PDS encourages this as well, and not in any way that is pressured or forced. 6) As a clinician you can practice the way you want to practice-- if a particular area is not your forte or strength (ie. endo or OS), there is no pressure to pursue this, but motivation to excel in the areas where you feel strongest, but if you want to improve in areas of weakness, there is always someone to help! I think integrated specialties are KEY in this and I have learned a tremendous amount from the fantastic specialists that come to our office. I really could go on and on, but would end on this: this IS a supportive company. They encourage growth, continued success, compensation is fair, and goals are realistic. I plan on being a part of this organization until past retirement because I really believe in the model.

Cons

In any large organization there are imperfections, but overall, PDS has truly blown my expectations, positively, out of the water. There really aren't many cons, but just a few that I would point out: 1) At times it can be difficult to navigate the hierarchy of regional managers/partners, etc. 2) If you are practicing in a more remote location and driving to areas where courses for continuing education are held, it can be quite a commute.

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PDS Health Response
10y
Thank you for your review. Your enthusiasm, honesty, and ambition are the perfect reflection of the type of individuals we look forward to supporting. Several of the points you made – such as patient communication being key, the network that exists, and access to Continuing Education – are vital aspects of the PDS® supported model, and we are so glad to see you are taking advantage of the resources provided to you. Regarding your comments about webinars and telecommunication; we appreciate your advice and will be sure to pass the feedback along to upper management. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!

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5.0
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Recently, I had the honor of celebrating my 15th year at PDS Health. I am still here due to the strong ethics and values this company holds. During COVID, I saw our CEO express vulnerability, compassion, and honesty, make hard, difficult decisions, but led us through a tough time, still prioritizing patients. Through my many years at PDS Health, I have held roles of Healthcare Coordinator, worked my way up to Operations Manager, then promoted to Regional Trainer. Most recently, I was promoted to Career Specialist (Recruiter) and have held this role for the past three years. As I stepped into my 15th year, I was honored with a Tenure gift – a weekend stay, plus flight, at a PDS Health company property. This happened to fall on Valentine's Day and my wedding anniversary this year. I am honored to work with a Team that does not hold achievements such as Tenure lightly and celebrates and honors achievements. Last year, my Team had a phenomenal year. We hold the value that “we fail and succeed together”. The Region grew, and the new doctor hires that our Owner brought into their private practices gave cause for celebration! My role as Career Specialist focuses on the sourcing and initial assessment – the candidate “quarterback”. I could not have been more surprised when my team nominated me for an “Extraordinary Performance” award, specifically as Regional Support to our Owners, Regional Managers, Directors, and Partners. We have now grown to over 15,000+ employees, so being nominated for these awards is rare, and winning is even more shocking! As a winner, PDS Health sent my sister and me to Las Vegas for another all-expense-paid trip to celebrate. Additionally, as a winner/nominee in this category, I also received an additional all-expense-paid trip to “Pinnacle Club” in the Bahamas! My husband and I just returned from this amazing trip, and I am still in shock and awe of what a blessing and honor it was. Having been in these rooms –XP Awards & Pinnacle Club - I took a step back to view the room, surrounded by top-tier talent, where the number one goal was to create healthier, happier patients. I could not be more thankful to be in a Company who regards values and ethics, patient care and satisfaction, and that truly leads vs. manages others. Recently, we changed our name from Pacific Dental Services to PDS Health, as we now have offices that are both medical and dental, fully integrated, caring for patients’ whole-body health. It is amazing to see patients’ lives transformed and lives saved by our compassionate, amazing Providers who are educating patients on the link between the mouth and how it affects the body. Pros – this is a company that values its people, gives opportunities to grow, and celebrates the wins – BIG TIME!

Cons

I should have applied sooner!

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PDS Health Response
1w
Thank you for sharing your experience and for celebrating 15 years with PDS Health. We’re grateful for your dedication and the many ways you’ve contributed to our mission of helping patients live healthier, happier lives. It’s inspiring to hear how opportunities for growth, recognition, and service have shaped your journey. Your commitment to our values and to supporting patients, providers, and teams is deeply appreciated.
1.0
May 1, 2026
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Pros

the office is law compliant

Cons

They say it is ethical environment, but in reality it is not like this. They talk about work-life balance, but they do not care if you become very tired or burned out. The ceo, regional manager and higher management, they do not really care about you or your dental license. For them it is better you act not ethical and make more money, instead of being ethical and making less. They show nice image outside, but everything is about money, no matter who gets hurt. For many years they do not increase compensation for dentists they call partners, but at the same time they charge them big amounts, so people cannot keep what they earn. If one or two businesses fail, they do not care, because they use it like write-off, and you are left paying the cost. They say you have auto-nomy, but actually they push you to over-diagnose. If you do not follow this, you are pushed out. Also there is big issue that management people are not from healthcare background. They think mostly about profit, and real patient care becomes second priority. They make millions and millions from dentist backs, and they do not care about you unless you are part of their close inner group in each area.

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PDS Health Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your perspective and for your years with PDS Health. We understand the importance of feeling supported in the workplace and recognize the concerns you’ve raised around workload, leadership, and the overall clinician experience. At PDS Health, we are committed to supporting patient-centered care through a culture of service, learning, and continuous improvement. We encourage team members to raise concerns with our People Services team so feedback can be reviewed and used to help improve processes and support across our supported offices.
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