Written by
Amaya Johnson
GoTu Technology, the nation’s leading dental talent marketplace, today announced a new partnership with the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) through the PDA Member Advantage program to bring expanded workforce solutions, member benefits, and long-term staffing stability to dental practices across Pennsylvania. The collaboration aims to help practices overcome persistent staffing shortages and deliver uninterrupted, high-quality patient care.
PDA represents more than 5,000 dentists statewide and has long advocated for solutions that support practice sustainability and patient access. By partnering with GoTu, PDA members will gain streamlined access to on-demand hygienists, dental assistants, and front-office professionals, along with tools that help practices build more resilient staffing models.
“Pennsylvania practices have been navigating workforce challenges for years, and this partnership gives our members a modern, flexible solution to keep their offices running smoothly,” said D. Scott Aldinger, DDS, Chair of the Pennsylvania Enterprise Resource Corporation (PERC) and PDA member. “GoTu’s platform aligns with our mission to support dentists and strengthen patient care across the Commonwealth.”
“Partnering with PDA is a major step forward in addressing the staffing crisis impacting dental care in Pennsylvania,” said Edward Thomas, co-founder and co-CEO of GoTu. “Together, we’re giving practices the workforce support they need today — and building a stronger, more sustainable pipeline for tomorrow.”
GoTu’s technology connects dental practices with vetted professionals for temporary shifts, long-term assignments, and permanent roles. The platform has helped thousands of practices nationwide reduce cancellations, maintain productivity, and improve patient experience.
Through the partnership, PDA members will receive:
- Exclusive member benefits including preferred access and platform incentives
- Faster access to qualified professionals across hygiene, assisting, and administrative roles
- Tools to reduce cancellations and maintain continuity of care
- Support for long-term hiring to help stabilize practice operations
- Data-driven insights on workforce trends and staffing optimization
The partnership builds on insights from GoTu’s 2026 State of Work Report, which highlights the growing need for adaptive staffing models, flexible talent pipelines, and technology-enabled workforce solutions. By aligning with PDA, GoTu is expanding its efforts to help practices nationwide navigate this new era of dental work.
“Staffing shouldn’t be the barrier that keeps patients from receiving care,” added Cary Gahm, co-founder and co-CEO of GoTu. “By working with PDA, we’re helping ensure that Pennsylvania practices can stay fully staffed, fully operational, and fully focused on their patients.”
About GoTu
GoTu (formerly TempMee) is a pioneering, technology-driven workforce solution and
skill-sharing marketplace serving the dental industry. The platform allows dental offices to contract directly with registered dental hygienists, dental assistants, and associate dentists to fill both short-term and permanent positions. Launched in 2019, GoTu has filled more than 500,000 shifts nationwide, empowering dental professionals with flexibility and control while ensuring practices can deliver exceptional patient care. Miami-based GoTu has grown from a bootstrapped startup to an institutional investor-backed powerhouse with 120+ team members. For more information, visit www.gotu.com.
About the Pennsylvania Dental Association
Founded in 1868, the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) is comprised of approximately 4,600 member dentists. PDA is the trusted voice of dentistry in Pennsylvania. It is a constituency of the American Dental Association (ADA), the largest and oldest national dental society in the world. PDA’s mission is to improve the public health, promote the art and science of dentistry and represent the interests of its member dentists and their patients. For more information on PDA, visit our website at padental.org.
