Mission and Values

When we think of mission at American Dental Partners, we think of the word purpose. A company's purpose is its reason for being. Purpose goes to the inner soul of an organization and as such it never changes. An organization can pursue its purpose but it will never achieve it. Purpose is not an objective or "to do list" item that one crosses off.

ADPI's core purpose is to be the leading business partner to group dental practices in the nation. We work very hard towards this goal. But as we do, we raise the bar to even greater heights. As we close in on them, we raise the bar again ... and it goes on and on.

Purpose, though, is only one component of an organization's core ideology. The other very important component is core values. Core values define who you are and what you stand for. Core values actually exist in all organizations whether or not they are clearly defined and articulated. We articulated our core values in 1995, and they have remained unchanged ever since.

Core Values

We believe in five core values which provide the foundation on which American Dental Partners is built. These values represent the way we intend to do business, and we endeavor to uphold them at all times.

Ethical
A promise to conduct business in an honest, fair manner and with the utmost integrity.

Relationship
Put people first. A commitment to treat all people with respect and human decency.

Social Responsibility
A commitment to act in a responsible manner with total regard for our families, communities and environment.

Fiscal Responsibility
An obligation to act in a financially prudent manner for the benefit of our patients, shareholders, affiliates and employees.

Excellence
In all that we do, commitment to achieving the best results.

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