The orthopedic industry represents one of the few physician specialties to remain relatively untouched by outside investment. The industry saw its first majority recapitalization by a private equity group in April 2017 when Candescent Partners invested in Southeastern Spine Institute. While private equity is commonplace among many other specialties, there are a number of factors that make the orthopedics industry well positioned for investment and consolidation. Edgemont anticipates that the next 5 years will be an exciting time for orthopedic groups to proactively chart their strategic and financial course…

Explore the outlook for 2018 and more in our Orthopedics Update.