PDS Health

PDS Health PDS Health is the country’s leading health support organization, serving over 1,000 dental and medical practices across 24 states.

PDS Health partners with health practitioners nationwide to provide business support services, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and reducing overall healthcare costs. Offering a wide range of services to supported clinicians, PDS Health serves more than 4,600 clinicians in over 1,000 dental and medical practices across 24 states. Established in 1994 by Founder and CEO Stephen Thorne, PD

S Health has been on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in America 15 through its 30-year history. PDS Health aims to be the provider of choice in all the markets they serve, helping supported clinicians create happier, healthier communities nationwide.

Today, we are proud to celebrate Gary Pickard's induction into the Association of Dental Support Organizations Hall of L...
06/16/2026

Today, we are proud to celebrate Gary Pickard's induction into the Association of Dental Support Organizations Hall of Leaders.

For decades, Gary has represented PDS Health and the broader dental profession with integrity, credibility, and an unwavering commitment to patients and clinicians. He has helped shape policy discussions, strengthen relationships across organized dentistry, advance access to care, and champion innovations that continue to move healthcare forward.

Much of Gary's work happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt throughout our profession. His leadership has helped elevate important conversations around oral health, overall health, provider mobility, and the future of integrated care.

This recognition reflects what so many across our industry already know: Gary's influence extends far beyond any one organization. Through his service, advocacy, and leadership, he has helped create lasting positive change for clinicians, patients, and the profession as a whole.

Congratulations, Gary. We are honored to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.

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Stephen E. Thorne
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PDS Health recently earned ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, an internationally recognized standard for information secu...
05/15/2026

PDS Health recently earned ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, an internationally recognized standard for information security management.

This milestone independently verifies the strength of our information security program and reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting sensitive data, improving our security practices and supporting our partners and clients.

PDS Health was proud to attend the American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session 2026 in Orlando, Florida. The ev...
05/14/2026

PDS Health was proud to attend the American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session 2026 in Orlando, Florida.

The event brought together orthodontists, residents and industry partners for education, networking and the latest innovations in orthodontics. Our team was excited to participate as an exhibitor and take part in the career fair, connecting with residents and providers exploring new opportunities.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet the PDS Health team.

Explore career opportunities at pdshealth.com.

PDS Health has joined the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP, becoming the first non-startup dental-focused organization i...
05/13/2026

PDS Health has joined the AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP, becoming the first non-startup dental-focused organization in the collaborative.

This milestone brings an important perspective to the conversation around healthy aging: oral health is a key part of overall health. Through dental-medical integration, shared health records, advanced diagnostics and the Mouth-Body Connection®, PDS Health is helping support earlier risk identification and better care coordination for patients as their health needs become more complex with age.

Together with organizations across health care and technology, PDS Health is helping advance innovation that supports healthier aging.

Learn more at pdshealth.com.

Congratulations to PDS Health-supported owner dentist Ashley Spooner Thomas on being featured on the cover of Sleep Worl...
05/12/2026

Congratulations to PDS Health-supported owner dentist Ashley Spooner Thomas on being featured on the cover of Sleep World Magazine’s inaugural Dental Sleep Medicine issue.

Her article explores laser therapy as an innovative approach to treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, highlighting how clinicians continue to advance conversations around oral health, sleep health and overall health.

As research continues to reinforce the connection between sleep, oral health and overall health, we’re proud to see our clinicians helping shape important conversations across healthcare.

Welcome to our newest PDS Health practice owners!During a recent New Owner Dentist Orientation, Founder and CEO Stephen ...
05/12/2026

Welcome to our newest PDS Health practice owners!

During a recent New Owner Dentist Orientation, Founder and CEO Stephen Thorne spoke about the future of healthcare and the important role clinicians play in advancing overall health through integrated care.

As these clinicians prepare to open and lead their own dental practices, we look forward to supporting their growth as leaders and business owners as they make a lasting impact in the communities they serve.

We had a great time at the AAE Annual Meeting 2026 in Salt Lake City.Throughout the event, we connected with incredible ...
04/22/2026

We had a great time at the AAE Annual Meeting 2026 in Salt Lake City.

Throughout the event, we connected with incredible endodontists, residents, and industry professionals during the exhibit hall, career fair, and networking events. It was a great opportunity to build relationships and share how PDS Health supports endodontists through technology, resources, and a collaborative network.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and spent time with our team.

PDS Health clinicians will be featured in an upcoming multi-segment series with Smile Generation on Health Uncensored wi...
04/18/2026

PDS Health clinicians will be featured in an upcoming multi-segment series with Smile Generation on Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew, helping to raise awareness of the connection between oral health and overall health.

Beginning Sunday, April 19, the segments will air on Fox Business and explore how oral health professionals can help identify early signs of broader health concerns, and why a more connected approach to care supports better outcomes.

The series features our clinicians and leaders, including Diana Do-Yabut, DMD; Deepika Dhama, DDS; Christopher Tolmie, DDS; Zulema Valdivia, DDS; and Ashley Abrams, DDS. They will share insights on topics ranging from diabetes and heart health to brain health and women’s health.

Tune in beginning April 19 to catch the segments and learn more about how oral health plays an important role in overall health.

Learn more: https://spklr.io/6185EJf1U

04/03/2026

Clean water changes everything.

PDS Health is proud to support charity: water’s efforts that help bring clean water to communities in Ethiopia. Access to safe water can help improve health, restore time, and create more opportunities for women and girls who are often responsible for collecting water each day.

As part of this campaign, our company-wide goal is to help raise $1.5 million to support clean water projects that can make a lasting difference.

When clean water is closer to home, families and communities can focus more on education, work, and building a healthier future.

Learn more and support the campaign: https://spklr.io/6183EyNfL

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