Healthcare Slips but Dominates Top Ten

The latest U.S. News & World Report Best Jobs list is out.  While a few technology jobs moved to the top of the 2014 ranking, healthcare titles dominate the Top Ten again.  Click here for rest of the list. 

More Fish in the Net...

U.S. Anesthesia Partners (USAP) cast a wider net - adding 2 more founding partners in January, 2014.  USAP, formed in 2012, by healthcare private equity firm, Welsh Carson Anderson & Stowe is a single-specialty physician services organization.  The new partners include Pinnacle Anesthesia (Dallas, TX) and JLR Medical Group (Orlando, FL) who join Greater Houston Anesthesiology (GHA).  The three groups cover more than 1000 anesthesiologists. >>Read more  According to USAP President and CEO, Kris Bratberg:

"USAP’s growth strategy is to invest in and partner with the nation’s leading anesthesia groups, positioning them for continued success and growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.”

The New Year also saw several regional anesthesia groups merge to form ONE Anesthesia.  ONE, a management services organization (MSO), will provide management infrastructure, leadership, enhanced IT support to better meet the needs of patients and health system partners.  The merger included Williams and Wagner, PSC; Anesthesia Associates of Louisville, PSC; Anesthesia Associates of Clark County, PSC and Southern Indiana Anesthesia Consultants, LLC. 
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Nationwide Derm Practice Adds Midwest Clinic

Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery (ADCS) is poised to increase its Ohio footprint.  The nationwide practice, founded by Dr. Matt Leavitt and headquartered in Maitland, Florida offers extensive dermatological services at its 70+ U.S. clinics.  The latest acquisition, targeted to close during the first quarter is Mason Dermatology in Mason, OH. >>Read more