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Ophthalmology practices represent one of the most active segments in physician practice M&A, driven by favorable demographics, strong procedural revenue, and ancillary service opportunities that generate stable cash flows. Practices range from small general ophthalmology offices focused on medical eye care and routine vision services to large surgical platforms performing high volumes of cataract surgery, refractive procedures, and retinal treatments, often with in-office ASC

Understanding the value of a practice is essential when planning for growth, partnership, or long-term succession. Cardiology practices range from independent general and interventional groups to fully integrated cardiovascular centers with advanced imaging and procedural services, each carrying distinct financial and operational considerations. This guide outlines the primary valuation methods used in 2026, including earnings-based and market-based approaches, while explaini

Valuing an otolaryngology practice requires a sophisticated understanding of the clinical service mix, physician economics, and market forces shaping today’s specialty care environment. This guide outlines the primary valuation approaches and examines how they apply across ear, nose, and throat (ENT) practice models of varying scale and complexity. The specializations within a practice often changes the value drivers and risk considerations (i.e. general otolaryngology, incor

The med spa and aesthetic medicine industry is rapidly expanding, fueled by rising consumer demand for non-invasive cosmetic procedures and a growing emphasis on wellness and self-care. This highly fragmented market has attracted increasing interest from private equity firms and strategic consolidators seeking to build scalable, branded platforms. M&A activity is driven by factors such as provider reputation, treatment mix, recurring revenue models, and geographic footprint,

Gastroenterology continues to be an attractive specialty for M&A activity, driven by the procedural and somewhat recurring nature of endoscopy. Private equity firms and strategic buyers are actively consolidating the space, targeting practices with multiple providers, ancillary revenue streams, and scalable operations. As competition increases, well-managed GI groups with diversified services and payer stability are commanding premium valuations in today’s market, while smal

Valuations of behavioral health businesses are shaped by a combination of strong secular demand and payer-driven economics. Demand for mental health , substance use disorder (SUD) , intellectual disabilities and disorders (IDD) , and autism services have increased materially over the past decade, supported by greater awareness, parity legislation, and demographic trends. These tailwinds have historically supported above-average valuation multiples relative to other healthcar