Dean Gould is a Member of Dykema Gossett PLLC, a national full-service law firm. In his role, he advises healthcare industry clients and dental service organizations (DSOs) on strategic transactions, including acquisitions, mergers, recapitalizations, and divestitures. Dean also assists clients in forming regulatory-compliant practice management structures and equity incentive arrangements for key employees.

The healthcare transaction landscape is becoming increasingly complex as providers, investors, and advisors navigate evolving regulations and market pressures. With new technologies emerging and ownership rules tightening, dealmaking requires precision and foresight. How can healthcare leaders structure transactions to support growth while staying compliant?

Healthcare transactions expert Dean Gould has developed strategies for managing risk, structuring incentives, and communicating effectively with clients and partners. He stresses the importance of clear communication, sound incentive structures, and understanding the dynamics of human capital in physician service organizations. Dean also recommends leveraging technology to improve efficiency while maintaining compliance across state and federal laws.

In this episode of Transaction Healthcare, Zak Eisenberg talks with Dean Gould, Member of Dykema, about trends shaping healthcare transactions. Dean explains why human capital drives value in physician deals, how AI is transforming legal and clinical efficiency, and what to expect from evolving state and federal healthcare regulations.