Ryan Isaac, CFP®

Co-founder / Sr. Advisor

Hey, I’m Ryan. I’ve been a financial advisor to dentists for over 17 years and helped build Dentist Advisors from the ground up with one clear mission: to do this work differently. From the beginning, my passion has been helping dentists make smart financial decisions without the confusion, pressure, or industry “noise” that so often comes with money conversations.

Dentist Advisors’ co-founder, Reese Harper and I shared a vision for creating something better, a company that leads with education, meets people where they are, and helps them move toward what they want most. To me, money is a tool that helps support a life filled with purpose, connection, excitement, and flow.

For me, client success isn’t about chasing the next investment or obsessing over numbers. It’s when life feels aligned. Work feels meaningful, money isn’t a constant source of stress, and there’s space for family, health, friendships, creativity, rest, and joy. Success is owning what money does in your life, not the other way around.

I’ve spent nearly two decades immersed in every part of a dentist’s world, from personal finances to business ownership and beyond. Dentists and money are what I know best.

Outside of work, you’ll usually find me near the ocean. I love surfing, ocean photography, traveling to surf spots around the world, staying active, walking as much as possible, practicing breathwork and meditation, sipping good coffee, and spending time with the people I love.


My Content

Is “How much do I need to retire? the right question?

“How much do I need to retire?” When planning, it is one of the biggest questions people ask. But planning...

The Critical Link Between Lifestyle and Retirement – Episode #389

“How much money do I need to retire?” That answer varies depending on who you ask. Retirement experts will offer...

One Man’s Journey Through Unexpected Grief – Episode #388

Grief, it’s our natural response to loss. And whatever the loss, there’s no right or wrong way to grieve. But...

How Much Cash Should I Keep Around?

Join Ryan Isaac and Matt Mulcock co-hosts of The Dentist Money™ Show podcast to explore why "cash is king" of...

DAP2 #4: How to Design a Life of Significance with Dr. Jared Hill – Episode #387

On this episode of Dentists Are People Too, a Dentist Money Show series, Ryan talks with Dr. Jared Hill. Jared...

Why aren’t private equity investments for everyone?

With larger capital requirements, more complexity, and a greater degree of risk, should smaller, individual investors still look into alternative...

5 Things You Should Know About Alternative Investments – Episode #386

Alternative investments—venture capital, private equity, collectibles—are assets usually held by institutional investors. With more complexity and a greater degree of...

Why is the BRICS alliance in the news?

Until recently BRICS has been made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. As it gets larger, should...

Real Talk With Rabih: BRICS, the Dollar, and Your Investments – Episode #385

Until recently BRICS was made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Now that other nations are applying...

DAP2 #3: A “Why Not” Philosophy for Business with Brian Harris – Episode #384

On this episode of Dentists Are People Too, a Dentist Money Show series, Ryan talks with Dr. Brian Harris, founder...

What is the key to a successful hygiene department?

Shortages and higher wages are changing the hygienist market. Here’s how to stabilize hygiene at your practice and ensure it’s...

Adapting to the Changing Hygienist Market – Episode #383

Is it time to reevaluate how your practice approaches its hygiene department? Labor shortages and demand for higher wages are...