About Image Specialty Partners

Building better dental and specialty care together

IMAGE Specialty Partners

Our Purpose

To Improve People’s Lives Through Innovative Dental Care

Our Mission

IMAGE Specialty Partners™ builds relationships with doctors to help their specialty dental practices grow by leveraging innovation, technology, and expertise to optimize daily operations and enable doctors to focus on providing superior care to their patients. Our team is focused on supporting and empowering doctors so they can achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our Vision

To become the premier destination for industry-leading partners to transform the delivery of dental specialty care through innovation enabling people to live healthier, happier lives.

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We believe in Doctor Autonomy

We honor the uniqueness of each practice and trust our doctors as the true experts, empowering them to determine the ideal treatment path for every patient. At the same time, we’ve built a vibrant community of dental professionals that supports individual progress and celebrates collective success.

IMAGE Specialty Partners™ builds relationships with doctors to help their specialty dental practices grow by leveraging innovation, technology, and expertise to optimize daily operations and enable doctors to focus on providing superior care to their patients. Our team is focused on supporting and empowering doctors so they can achieve their personal and professional goals.

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Our Specialties

At IMAGE Specialty Partners™, we take a comprehensive approach to dental health, providing multi-specialty care through pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery to ensure patients are supported throughout their life phases. Our brands are built on a shared purpose to provide a caring atmosphere for all who visit our practices and our passion for providing the highest quality care through the latest technology, superior patient experience, and our belief that everyone deserves to have the confidence and positivity that comes from a healthy, beautiful smile.

Our Core Values

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We believe People Matter—because culture fuels performance

At the heart of our mission lies one simple truth: culture fuels performance. We promote growth, support well-being, and create a place we are proud of by cultivating a welcoming ecosystem where every voice matters, empathy leads the way, and potential flourishes. When people feel supported, inspired, and heard, they bring their best selves, and that resonates through every patient interaction and outcome.

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We act with Integrity, always doing the right thing.

We stand unwaveringly behind our values, always choosing to do what’s right, even when no one is watching. We encourage every team member to speak up, fostering a culture where transparency, honesty, and ethical conduct guide every decision and action. By embracing open communication and accountability, we build trust with our partners, team members, and patients, and hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence.

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Going Above and Beyond, exceeding expectations with pride and energy

Mediocrity isn’t in our vocabulary. We approach every opportunity with passion, pride, and curiosity, surpassing expectations at every turn. We go the extra mile and support others, whether through thoughtful touches, proactive problem-solving, or delivering consistently superior service. By lifting each other up and pushing beyond what’s expected, we continually raise the bar and inspire those around us to do the same.

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We put the Team First, winning together.

We believe that individual wins are powerful, but collective triumphs are transformational. We collaborate and share credit, knowing that when we support one another, work transparently, and celebrate together, our shared success grows stronger. By valuing collaboration, empowerment, and mutual respect, we create an environment where everyone thrives.

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We drive Efficiency with Purpose, working smart so we can reinvest in what matters.

Time and resources are precious, and we manage them wisely. We improve processes and spend thoughtfully, embracing smart, streamlined systems that eliminate friction and focus our energy on what truly matters. By working efficiently, we deliver meaningful impact for doctors and patients alike and reinvest in innovation, growth, and the core mission we champion.

Life at ISP

“We’ve always worked to make high-quality dental care accessible to as many people as possible—delivering it with warmth, kindness, and compassion. I believe that matters deeply, because it can truly be life-changing.”

Monica Real

Regional Manager

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“ISP has played a huge role in my career growth. They’re genuinely committed to employee development and success, which makes ISP an incredible place to grow. When we all level up, our patients benefit the most.”

Gail Courchesne

Senior Regional Manager

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Meet the Team

Dr. Yan Kalika, DMD, MS

Orthodontist, Chief Clinical Officer

Alejandra Salonga

V.P. of Operations & HR

Colleen Henderson

V.P. of Finance

Aarti Subramanian

V.P. of Acquisitions

Evelyn Scalora

V.P. of Brand Marketing

Roman Meydbray

V.P. of IT

Innovating for the Future of Orthodontics with Dr. Yan Kalika

In this episode of the Healthcare CEO Show, host Daniel Fernandez sits down with Dr. Yan Kalika, CEO of Image Specialty Partners and a Harvard-educated leader in the field. With a fascinating background as an international chess master, Dr. Kalika shares his unique insights into strategic decision-making, growth partnerships, and the power of foresight in business. From selecting the right partners for sustainable growth to integrating AI in orthodontic care, Dr. Kalika offers a wealth of knowledge on navigating a competitive and rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Explore how Image Specialty Partners is leveraging both expansion and acquisition strategies, the role of patient-centered care in their model, and the profound influence of future tech in transforming practices. Whether you’re a healthcare executive or an M&A professional, this episode delivers invaluable lessons on leadership, adaptability, and the pursuit of meaning in the next phase of one’s career.
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