The Reducing Insurance Dependence Academy empowers dental practices to operate on their own terms — setting fees, choosing patients, and delivering care without insurance company interference.
We believe every dental practice in America should operate on its own terms — setting its own fees, choosing its own patients, and delivering care without insurance company interference.
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CEO & Founder, Ekwa Marketing
Digital marketing visionary who has grown Ekwa Marketing to serve 1,000+ dental practices across all 50 states. With 15+ years of experience in dental practice growth and patient acquisition strategy, Naren has helped hundreds of practices increase revenue through strategic marketing and practice optimization. Co-host of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast with 349+ episodes. His data-driven approach to practice independence has influenced the direction of modern dental business strategy.
Founder of Thriving Dentist
The creator of the #1 dental podcast, co-owner of a thriving dental practice, and coach to 2,200+ dental practices. Consistently recognized as one of the most entertaining and impactful speakers in dentistry, Gary brings real-world experience from the practice floor.
Over 95% of dental practices are locked into PPO contracts that haven't kept pace with inflation, cost of living, or the true cost of delivering care. The result is staggering:
But the path forward is unclear. Dentists lack the tools, guidance, and community to make the transition confidently. RID Academy exists to change that.
RID Academy exists at the intersection of dental practice excellence. Our founders created and lead several of the industry's most respected platforms and organizations. We collaborate with leading technology providers and educational organizations to ensure our members get access to the best tools and strategies.
Founder-Led Initiatives:
Our founders leverage their deep experience as practitioners and business leaders to create resources that matter to real dental practices.
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