DALLAS--OrthoSynetics, a provider of nonclinical business and marketing services to orthodontic and dental practices worldwide, has announced that CEO and President Chris Roussos has been named the company's Chairman of the Board.

"Chris' leadership skills and accomplishments since joining the company in 2007 as CEO make him the ideal appointment for chairman," said Kelly McCrann, Chairman of PatientFYI.

"Under Chris' leadership, OrthoSynetics has become an industry leader in providing nonclinical business and marketing services to the orthodontic and dental industries. Indicative of the company's industry standing and its ability to provide high impact services, the company recently announced that its affiliated practices are outperforming the industry with case starts keeping pace with prior year in spite of the current economic downturn. In his expanded role, Chris will be even better positioned to help OrthoSynetics execute its strategy of serving orthodontic and dental practices nationwide, McCann added.

"I am honored to be selected as Chairman of the Board," said Roussos."During these challenging economic times, OrthoSynetics' services are even more valuable to dental and orthodontic practices. I am confident that our culture of sound business practices and hard work will continue to drive OrthoSynetics toward its goal of helping its affiliated dental and orthodontic practices succeed and thrive in this market."

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