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 Southeast 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.


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.

Founding Doctor
Dr. Damon Barbieri
Southern Orthodontic Partners has been invaluable to me personally and to my practice. It’s unique in that it unites the best orthodontists, and their teams, and empowers them to be themselves while benefiting from the group’s unguarded sharing and support of a professional team. Paired with the best financial partner in healthcare and focused regionally, it’s a powerful combination.

Partner
Dr. Vladimir Tabakman
This has been an exciting new chapter of my career. Southern Orthodontic Partners has provided a powerful combination of caring about people and the profession while being backed by one of the best financial partners in the healthcare field. Having the support of a team of individuals that have core values closely aligned with mine has allowed me to keep the legacy of my brand and take care of my team and community. I truly believe that is the future of our specialty and I am excited to be a part of building something special.
Featured News
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Press Release
Southern Orthodontic Partners (“SOP”) Establishes Presence in South Florida Through Partnership with Dr. George Nicolas
NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Southern Orthodontic Partners is pleased to announce that it has completed an affiliation with Dr. George Nicolas and Nicolas Orthodontics. This partnership marks SOP’s entry into the…
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Press Release
Southern Orthodontic Partners (“SOP”) Expands into Virginia through Partnership with Dr. Bart Weis and Charlottesville Orthodontics
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southern Orthodontic Partners is excited to announce they have completed a partnership with Dr. Bart Weis and Charlottesville Orthodontics. The partnership marks SOP’s entry into the Commonwealth…
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