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.