What makes SOP different?
Hear from our doctors and team:
Why Partner With Us?
We support orthodontists in navigating a fast-changing industry
A True Partnership Model
All partners maintain meaningful ownership in Southern Orthodontic Partners. Key roles for doctors in leadership. Associate doctors can invest and receive equity.
Clinical Autonomy & Local Brand Development
We are dedicated to protecting your local brand and supporting clinical autonomy.
Density Wins
We leverage geographic scale. This produces a network of doctors working together with the benefit of centralized back-end support.
Growth & Brand Longevity
Associate recruiting helps to develop and retain the next generation of care providers and leaders. We have the expertise to help your practice navigate a diversifying doctor workforce.
Clear Aligner Expertise
Local practices benefit from the overarching Southern Orthodontic Partners strategy built by industry experts.
Who We Are
We are building Southern Orthodontic Partners into the preeminent orthodontic services provider in the South by partnering with doctors who are committed to providing the highest level of clinical care and first-class customer experience. In joining Southern Orthodontic Partners, partners gain access to a collaborative doctor network, reduce their administrative burden, and benefit from our management and growth expertise, all while retaining their local brand and practice-level leadership.
Partner
Dr. Danielle Periago
“When choosing a partner my number one priority was finding an organization whose culture and values aligned with my practice philosophy. I know that I have found this and much more in SOP! This is a company that truly believes in putting its own people first. I absolutely love that SOP is a ‘people first’ organization, because it is only through a supportive network that we truly can become great. I’m beyond thrilled to have the support of such an amazing company not only by my side, but also by my team’s side, in order to take our practice to the next level.”
Partner
Dr. Deepak Gupta
“Partnering with SOP signifies an exciting new chapter for my practice and me. What truly captivated me about this partnership was SOP’s unwavering dedication to prioritizing people and nurturing a strong culture, allowing me to continue driving and shaping my practice’s identity. I look forward to collaborating with the exceptional team at SOP and the amazing orthodontists within the organization.”
Partner
Dr. Raj Gohill
“It always starts with the people. The team, goals, and culture at SOP are first class and represent exactly want we wanted in a partner. The opportunity to be a part of something bigger and the added support of SOP as we continue to grow and develop was key- but equally important for us is doing so in a way that aligns with our values. We are very excited for this next chapter for Gohill Orthodontics!”
Partner
Dr. Carrie Jennings-Southworth
“After 17 years of solo practice, I was eager to start the next chapter as part of a team. A platform of practices, dedicated support team, and impressive equity group, all with core values actually in practice spoke to me. Clinical freedom for me, highly trained, experienced administrative support for my team, coupled with a people first culture made the decision to partner simple. I am eager to grow in new ways and alongside others, and excited about this profession and career again!”
SOP Founding Doctor
Dr. Scott Blackman
“I couldn’t be more motivated, or more excited for our future, and I am honored to be a part of such a dynamic and talented team. Southern Orthodontic Partners is a platform for the growth of our brands, preservation of what we have all worked tirelessly to create, and the best possible way to transition our ‘creations’ and careers. With the team that is in place, our mission, vision and values, and the current dynamic partnership of outstanding doctors, SOP will be transformative for our wonderful specialty. That is why I am here.”
Partner
Dr. Mark Revels
“From day one, I have been so impressed with the SOP leadership team along with the platform and HR resources that they offer that will take our practice to another level of excellence and maximize our potential for the future. Our team at Orthodontics Exclusively is thrilled to have the opportunity to join Southern Orthodontic Partners.”
Featured News
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Press Release
Highlights & Insights from the SOP 2024 Leadership Summit
Last month, SOP Doctors, Practice Managers, Central Team Support Leaders, and Team Members gathered in Nashville, TN for our Third Annual Leadership Summit. With a theme of “Shaping Our Future”…
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Southern Orthodontic Partners Announces Expansion into Chicago, IL
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southern Orthodontic Partners (“SOP”) is thrilled to announce its expansion into the Greater Chicago, Illinois Area. This move marks a new chapter for the platform as it…
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