Join Us Aug. 12 for the NADP Consortium Panel on Provider Topics of Tomorrow

Session #5 of the 2025 NADP Consortium, “Provider Topics of Tomorrow,” takes place Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 1–3 p.m. CT.

Based on member feedback, this session will highlight two panels featuring 12 of the industry’s most innovative clinical and business leaders. Topics will include “Minimally Invasive Care & Clinical Advancements” and “The Nontraditional Network: Network Extenders.”

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Panel: Minimally Invasive Care & Clinical Advancements

Aug. 12 | 1–2 p.m. CT

Panelists will explore key questions such as:

• What is minimally invasive care, and what are the barriers to widespread adoption?

• How is it taught in dental school curricula?

• How can dental plans support patient education to encourage adoption of minimally invasive treatments?

Panelists:

 

Dara Flores, M.S., R.D.H.

Oral Science Liaison, North America – vVARDIS

Dara Flores is dedicated to educating and empowering dental professionals to integrate innovative technologies into practice. With 17 years of experience, she brings clinical insight and a passion for advancing patient care. She also serves as an adjunct instructor at her alma mater.

 

Dr. Jessica Klabak, D.D.S., M.P.H.

Head of Clinical Effectiveness – VideaHealth

Dr. Jessica Klabak leads efforts in AI-powered solutions and interdisciplinary care models that emphasize prevention and early detection. Her leadership focuses on integrating dental professionals into broader health teams.

 

Dr. Layla Lohmann, D.D.S.

Clinical Director and Co-Founder – Apex Dental Partners

Dr. Layla Lohmann leads initiatives on clinician development and patient-centered care. She is the architect of the Catalyst leadership program and an advocate for minimally invasive, human-centered approaches to dentistry.

 

Dr. Larry Paul, D.D.S.

Chief Dental Officer – SKYGEN

Dr. Larry Paul oversees utilization review and population health strategies. His experience includes executive roles at AmeriHealth Caritas, Aetna, and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. He serves on multiple boards, including TeamSmile and the board of visitors for Temple University’s dental school.

 

Dr. Biana Roykh, D.D.S., M.P.H.

Senior Advisor – HealthScape Advisors

Dr. Biana Roykh brings leadership experience from academia and public health. Formerly senior associate dean at Columbia University’s dental school, she now consults with dental schools, payers, and health systems on access and clinical transformation.

 

 

Dr. Tina Saw, D.D.S.

Founder and CEO – Oral Genome

Dr. Tina Saw leads a point-of-care salivary testing company focused on early detection and prevention. A strong advocate for medical-dental integration, she partners with Medicaid programs and health plans to drive innovation in underserved communities.

 

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Panel: The Nontraditional Network – Network Extenders

Aug. 12 | 2–3 p.m. CT

This panel will explore:

• What are “network extenders”?

• How can mobile or virtual solutions enhance Medicare RFPs or employer satisfaction?

• How does the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact affect hiring and staffing in mobile and virtual care?

Panelists:

 

Steve Higginbotham

CEO – Smile America Partners

Steve Higginbotham leads care delivery innovation for school-based mobile services. He brings 30 years of experience in outpatient healthcare leadership, including roles at Cleveland Clinic Innovation Center and Concentra.

 

Dr. William Jackson, D.D.S.

COO – Virtual Dental Care

Dr. Bill Jackson co-founded Virtual Dental Care and previously led dental divisions at Wellpoint and Prudential Healthcare. He pioneered real-time dental claims through Dental Connect and co-founded Planet DDS, the maker of Denticon.

 

Dr. Cherag Sarkari, D.D.S., B.D.S., M.D.S.

Chief Dental Officer – LIBERTY Dental Plan

Dr. Cherag Sarkari leads LIBERTY’s national clinical oversight and quality improvement. His 30-year career includes roles as provider, academic, and C-suite executive focused on innovation and outcomes.

 

Dr. Vilas Sastry, D.M.D.

CEO – Teledentistry.com

Dr. Vilas Sastry oversees a platform that connects patients to dentists 24/7, with over 150 million insured lives under contract across 90 insurance carriers. The platform enhances access to care through telehealth technology.

 

Jordan Smith

CEO – Jet Dental

Jordan Smith co-founded Jet Dental, a mobile dental service for workplaces. With a background in sales and business development, he has scaled operations nationally and built partnerships with hundreds of employers.

 

Dr. Nathan Suter, D.D.S.

Chief Clinical and Innovation Officer – Enable Dental

Dr. Nathan Suter leads a mobile care network that serves more than 40,000 lives across 13 states. He also serves as second vice chair of the board for Delta Dental of Missouri and South Carolina. His work focuses on value-based contracting and coordinated care for underserved populations.

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Who Can Participate?

• Companies that have opted in to the 2025 Consoritum and paid the participation fee.
• Consortium Sponsors