New CEO named for American Dental Partners

Wakefield-based American Dental Partners board of directors has appointed Kevin Trexler as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company.

Trexler succeeds Gregory Serrao, the founder of American Dental Partners. In connection with the CEO transition, Serrao will also cease to serve as president of the company, but will continue as a member of the company’s board of directors and assume the role of Executive Chairman.

American Dental Partners is one of the nation’s leading business partners to dental group practices. The company is affiliated with 23 dental group practices, representing over 290 locations, which are located in 21 states.

“Kevin Trexler brings strong leadership to the Company. I am excited to see where someone with his extensive patient-centric healthcare experience and fresh perspective will take American Dental Partners in the years to come,” said Serrao.

Trexler joins the company from DaVita Healthcare Partners, Inc. Trexler had been employed by DaVita in various roles since 2006, most recently as Senior Vice President of Operations,where he had oversight of and responsibility for more than 700 dialysis clinics.

“American Dental Partners is a tremendous organization with a rich, vibrant culture and a commitment to patient-centric dental care,” said Trexler. “The Great Recession brought about a ‘new normal’ in the dental industry. Where others may see challenges though, I see opportunities. I believe that our patient-centric, multi-disciplinary approach to dental care positions us well to solidify and grow our leadership position within the marketplace for dental services.”

In his new role as Executive Chairman, Serrao will seek to ensure the successful transition of the CEO role to Trexler.

Additionally, Serrao will chair the company’s Board of Directors and work on strategic initiatives for the Company, such as acquisitions, public policy and regulatory affairs.