Becker's Healthcare February 15, 2023
Alejandro Fernandez, CEO of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists in San Diego, recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss the ASC consolidation trends he is monitoring.
Editor’s note: This interview was edited lightly for brevity and clarity.
Question: What ASC consolidation trends are you watching?
Alejandro Fernandez: Despite the increased interest rates and inflation, private equity-backed medical groups and other consolidators have an optimistic outlook about opportunities in the next 12 months. Specialties like gastroenterology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT and others that derive significant earnings from their ASC operations are prime targets for acquisition and consolidation. Due diligence continues to be a focus area to ensure value creation exists and reduce risks for all. In a competitive landscape...