Steven M. Topper, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Hand and Reconstructive MicroSurgeon, Partner and Co-Founder of Aspire Physicians Solutions
In a recent article in Becker’s ASC Review, private equity was listed as one of three disruptors in the ASC Space, the other two being supply costs and staffing shortages.
The concern is that private equity investors do not put patients first, prioritizing profit over patient care. Physician owners understand that when you put patient safety and quality care first, success follows. Dr. Topper said he personally agrees with that statement having been a clinical practitioner for 30 years.
Private equity is an incredibly broad term and under that umbrella there are a lot of different models. That is why it is incumbent on physician owners to ensure alignment of interests when considering a private equity partnership.
Private equity offers a series of unique solutions to deal with the current climate in healthcare that are not open to independent practitioners. These advantages fall into three buckets. Read more.
