Doctor Demographics
Doctor Demographics
I write about where to put a practice, the market conditions that are influencing the places where dentistry works best, and the trends that are helping or inhibiting practice.
Scott McDonald

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Micropolitan Areas and Small Towns for Start-up Practices
We get lots of questions on where one can do a start-up most easily.  Small Towns and Micropolitan Areas are the answer. This webinar session gets into the specifics of where to look.    Read More
Intangibles of Dental Success
In examining the factors that make a practice successful, as a demographer I see and hear many of them.  But in this podcast episode, I go into some of the "intangible" factors that I want dentists to know.   Read More
Where Did Everyone Go? - The New Migration of Dental Patients
Parts of the country are growing rapidly.  In others, it seems like the population is rushing for the exits.  This episode discusses these trends and their causes.  It might be a good idea when you are determining where you want to practice to have a good idea of where people are headed and why.   Read More
How Far is Too Far, Part III. Where the Commutes are Longest and Shortest
While we cannot tell you every place in the U.S. where the commute times for dentists are growing and shrinking, this session CAN share with you how to determine the aspects of a site that are getting longer and shorter. In Part 3, we are going to discuss the places with the longest commutes and...  Read More
How Far is Too Far, Part II of the Dental Commute
This lecture is on the factors that are influencing how long it takes to get to your office.  We will also discuss the things you should know in deciding what will make a reasonable dental commute.  Part III will be on the locations that are showing a longer commute (and a shorter commute) to get...  Read More
How Far is Too Far? The Dentist Commute
We are in the business of helping dentists determine where the best, most fertile places to practice can be found.  That is not really so difficult.  But when it comes to determining how far is "too far" to consider a place to practice relative to your home or other office sites, it can be...  Read More
Earl Douglas, Dental Practice Broker Pioneer
Earl Douglas is a Practice Broker Pioneer.  He founded ADS and currently works in ADS South.  This man wrote the book on practice valuation and acquisition.  In this interview with Scott McDonald of Doctor Demographics, he discusses when a broker is useful for BOTH a buyer and a seller, the nature...  Read More
Bribes and Promises: City and State Inducements to Move to their Area
Bribes and Promises: Choosing a City to Start a Practice Hello, this is Scott McDonald and Welcome to the Perfect Place to Put a Practice Podcast. A bright young dentist who seems to have been doing his homework called to ask about a “deal” that he had heard about Tulsa, OK.  There are stories out...  Read More
Practicing in Pennsylvania
As part of our series on which states to consider for practice, we offer this video.  Don't forget to like us on Facebook.  We are starting up our Twitter account at @drdemographics whenever we have a new state we are considering.  As an aside, I think my staff is having fun putting the worst...  Read More
Practicing in Florida Video
Looking for a state with everything? FLORIDA! And check out our new research product: the Site Viability Report that will be available for Christmas!   Read More
Practicing in Florida
We have gone back to our features on specific states that have either good potential for growth or are developing well.  I think Florida has got something for lots of situations.  This episode gets specific about where they are.  Check out the whole series as we build it at . Practicing in Florida...  Read More
Practicing in Colorado and North Carolina
As part of our ongoing series that explores the places to look (and avoid) in several states, we offer this episode on Colorado and North Carolina.  Both sites have potential when it comes to practice purchase and start-ups (de novo) areas.  But there are some notes of caution as well.  Practicing...  Read More
Dental Practice in Oregon and Washington
We are going back to our old pattern of covering specific states in our webinars.  This week we talk about the demographics of Washington and Oregon.  I am trying to keep these fairly short without losing content. Hey, be patient! Webinar on Washington and Oregon Locations   Read More
The Winter Tour of Promising Places
Rather than watch another re-run of "It's a Wonderful Life," why not take a drive to a place that has potential for a start-up or practice purchase?  Hey, you might even find a place to expand your current practice.  I have organized ten tours you may want to consider.  You can see them this week...  Read More
Dental Demographics in Canada
This week I interviewed my demographic expert-friend on all things site related in Canada, Matt Bladowski.  True, the dental market in Canada is small and it is also "different" from what we have in the States.  Matt is a true expert.  In the world of demographics, site selection, and market...  Read More
New Consultation System
I am trying to raise the bar on site selection for dental offices locations.  The thing is, we are finding that video conferencing is working SO MUCH BETTER because we can show maps and data.  I was reluctant for years because of complaints by doctors that they didn't have the technology.  Well,...  Read More
Changes in our Telephone Consultation and Video Consultation
I am changing the way we do telephone consultations (going to a video conference format) for lots a good reasons. And, of course, I am talking about our free book for dental practice site selection.  Improved Consultation   Read More
Contrasts in Coasts: Video Blog
I am finding that some Townies prefer the audio podcast.  Others want to see the video.  This is an episode taken from our weekly webinar of dental demographics and marketing on locations that are growing and shrinking, their impact on the dental marketplace, and just WHY these trends are...  Read More
Study in Contrasts: Idaho v. New Jersey, Nevada v. Connecticut
When it comes to the consideration of where to put a practice, it is wise to consider the trends but it is also worth considering the reasons for the trends.  This session deals with WHY some places are growing (and developing) making them a better place to practice and why some are NOT.  I have...  Read More
Endodontist ONLY! Audio Podcast on Endodontic Sites
I am never 100% sure what format will be most popular so I am adding this audio podcast on the factors that I consider most important for placing an endodontic practice.  Frankly, most demographers don't know the difference between an endodontist and a periodontist.  But having placed MANY of them,...  Read More
Endodontists ONLY! Where to Put an Endodontic Practice
I know it is not very popular (because the specialty is not huge) but I thought it might be worth a post to demonstrate what we look for when considering an endodontic office site. Webinar 10.16.18 Endodontist   Read More
Best Sites for Orthodontic Practice
The best place to practice orthodontics has changed dramatically and is continuing to shift.  This post is intended to provide guidance to orthodontists who are considering a change of location or who want to explore the best places to start-up an office.  Orthodontic Practice Locations   Read More
For OMS ONLY!
For OMS Only. Where to put an OMS practice The rules of where to put an OMS practice. What makes a great OMS site is just different from location sites for any other dental practice type.  Read More
Demographics of Dentists
We get calls all the time asking about the implications of the demographics of dentists to determine the potential of opening a practice.  I thought it might be wise to share what we have learned. Demographics of Doctors   Read More
Definitive Video on Competition: Is There Room for One More?
Competition 5 I have made a study of the issue of competition ratios, the impact of demographics on these figures, and the way to determine whether there is "Room for One More."  I have tried to present in a short audio what issues are at stake.  Yes, I know production values are not great here...  Read More
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