CHICAGO, July 23,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thurston Group is pleased to
announce a significant strategic initiative to expand its Advanced
Education program. Building on the foundation of Modis Dental
Partners, launched in 2023, Modis' Advanced Education initiative,
centered on the world-renowned Pikos Institute, will build on
advancing dental care through innovative education and technology.
To lead this effort, Thurston Group has appointed Roe J. McFarlane
as the CEO of the Modis Advanced Education initiative.
Modis Advanced Education and the Pikos Institute, a trusted
& notable brand in advanced dental implant education, was
founded by Dr. Michael A. Pikos. The
Pikos Institute is dedicated to delivering exceptional medical and
dental education, offering hands-on training in dental
implantology, advanced bone and soft tissue grafting, and full arch
immediate reconstruction.
In the past year, the Pikos Institute has had accelerated growth
from significant support and strategic insight from its investment
by the Thurston Group. The vision for the Pikos Institute is to
continue its global leadership in learning innovation through
investments in e-commerce, impactful online learning, international
opportunities, and expanded course offerings. With the growing
demand for advanced training, additional leadership is needed to
focus on an aggressive growth strategy. Dr. Pikos will continue to
lead the Institute with content creation for advanced training,
conducting patient procedures, and engaging in thought leadership
globally.
To accelerate this vision and launch the Institute into a new
era of digital marketing, eCommerce capabilities, and industry
partnerships, Thurston Group has appointed Roe J. McFarlane as the
CEO of the Modis Advanced Education initiative. Roe joins Modis to
drive digital and business development activities in training and
digital services. He will work alongside Pete Wong, CEO of Modis Dental Partners, to
increase course enrollment, develop new courses, and expand
eCommerce presence. The Pikos Institute will continue to train
dental professionals within and beyond the Modis family and
Thurston Group companies.
Dan Davis, Managing Partner of
Thurston Group, commented: "We are thrilled to embark on this new
chapter with Modis Advanced Education. With Roe J. McFarlane's
extensive background in education technology and digital
transformation, combined with Dr. Michael
Pikos' unparalleled expertise in dental implantology, we are
confident that this partnership will revolutionize healthcare
education and set new industry standards."
Roe J. McFarlane, the newly appointed CEO of Modis Advanced
Education, expressed his enthusiasm: "I am honored to join Modis
Advanced Education at such a pivotal time. Leveraging the strong
foundation established by the Pikos Institute, we will drive
innovation in healthcare education, making it more accessible and
impactful for professionals globally. Our goal is to create a
dynamic learning environment that fosters excellence and enhances
patient care in dental and across various healthcare
specialties."
Dr. Michael Pikos, Founder and
CEO of the Pikos Institute, added: "Our mission at the Pikos
Institute has always been to provide exceptional education and
training to dental professionals. Partnering with Roe and Thurston
Group allows us to expand our reach and impact, offering a seamless
and enriching learning experience that prepares practitioners to
deliver the highest standards of patient care."
About Thurston Group
Thurston Group is a private equity firm that focuses on building
industry-leading companies in the healthcare services sector.
Founded by its Chairman and CEO Patrick J. Haynes III in 1986,
Thurston Group has returned more than $4
billion of invested capital in its 38-year history. Thurston
has an extensive track record of partnering with physicians and
building fast-growing businesses, including Smile Doctors, US
Endodontics Partners, US Oral Surgery Management, SGA Dental
Partners, US Orthopedic Partners, Gen4 Dental Partners, ARC Health,
Options Medical Weight Loss, Alpha Aesthetics Partners, and Modis
Dental Partners, among others.
About Modis Dental Partners
Modis Dental Partners is a Dental Service Organization (DSO)
dedicated to providing its partners with world-class resources and
empowering them to thrive in an evolving dental landscape. Bringing
together an implant-centric focus, growth-centered support system,
and premier training institute, Modis serves as a catalyst to
enhance growth within our partners' practices while making a
positive impact on patients.
About the Pikos Institute
The Pikos Institute is a premier institution providing hands-on
training and education in dental implantology, advanced bone and
soft tissue grafting, and full arch immediate reconstruction. With
an alumni network of over 6,000 practitioners from all 50 states
and 43 countries, the Pikos Institute is committed to excellence in
education and advancing the field of dental implantology. The
hands-on dental surgery & implantology courses range in
proficiency from foundational to advanced procedures with monthly
enrollments. Dental professionals can expand their practice
capabilities by enrolling in monthly courses at
www.pikosinstitute.com.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Sam Ticker
Vice President
Thurston Group
(312) 255-0077
saticker@thurstongroup.com
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