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BOSTON and NEW YORK, Sept. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Provident Healthcare Partners ("Provident"), a leading healthcare investment banking firm, announced it has advised Hudson Valley Cancer Center ("HVCC") in its partnership with New York Cancer & Blood Specialists ("NYCBS"). Hudson Valley Cancer Center is a respected oncology and hematology practice with five physicians who care for patients at three locations in the Hudson Valley. Provident's deal team was led by Director Dustin Thompson and Vice President Tommy Spiegel. Husch Blackwell served as legal counsel to HVCC. Continue Reading "Provident spent time to thoroughly understand our business, objectives, and worked diligently..." Post this "It was a pleasure working with the Provident team and we are thrilled with our new partnership with OneOncology and their partner practice, New York Cancer and Blood Specialists. Provident spent time to thoroughly understand our business, objectives, and worked diligently to provide multiple options and find a right partner who has a shared vision for the future of oncology. We were very impressed with their knowledge and assistance throughout the process," commented Dr. Ram R. Kancherla, Managing Partner at Hudson Valley Cancer Center. "HVCC saw that NYCBS was the right partner for their mission to bring patient care closer to family and friends as they look forward to expansion in the Hudson Valley Region," stated Thompson. "We are thrilled to have played a pivotal role in facilitating the partnership between Hudson Valley Cancer Center and NYCBS. This strategic transaction underscores the robust growth potential within the oncology sector and highlights our commitment to driving value through innovative partnerships," noted Spiegel. About Hudson Valley Cancer Center Hudson Valley Cancer Center is a physician led practice comprised of board-certified specialists located in Dutchess and Westchester Counties. With three convenient locations, its Hematologist-Oncologists bring comprehensive patient centered care to local communities. Visit learn more. About New York Cancer & Blood Specialists New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is a leading oncology practice in the New York metropolitan area committed to providing world-class, patient-centered affordable care to patients with cancer and blood disorders in their own communities, close to family and friends. NYCBS has more than 30 locations and 35 hospital affiliations throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, in the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and Upstate New York. NYCBS offers a multidisciplinary and comprehensive approach to care that utilizes the most advanced imaging, state-of-the-art therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials, on-site pharmacies, and an in-house laboratory with a full range of pathology services. Visit for more information. About Provident Healthcare Partners Provident Healthcare Partners is a leading healthcare investment banking firm specializing in merger and acquisition advisory, strategic planning, and capital formation services for healthcare companies. The firm has a comprehensive knowledge of market sectors and specialties, including oncology and hematology. Provident also has unsurpassed experience and insight into the M&A process, which includes working with a multitude of investors such as private equity firms and strategic consolidators. For additional information, visit or follow Provident on LinkedIn. About OneOncology OneOncology was founded by community oncologists, for community oncologists, with the mission of improving the lives of everyone living with cancer. The company's goal is to enable community oncology practices to remain independent and to improve patient access to care in their communities, all at a lower cost than in the hospital setting. OneOncology supports its platform of community oncology practices through group purchasing, operational optimization, practice growth, and clinical innovation. The company's 1,300 cancer care providers care for approximately 787,000 patients at more than 420 sites of care nationwide. Visit for more information. SOURCE Provident Healthcare Partners LLC

BOSTON and NEW YORK, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Provident Healthcare Partners ("Provident"), a leading healthcare investment banking firm, is pleased to announce that Craig Sager has been promoted to Managing Director. "Craig has demonstrated extraordinary dedication, proficiency, and leadership, contributing meaningfully to our firm's success. His commitment to Provident's growth and improvement makes him an extremely valuable member of our team," commented Robert Ciardi, Managing Partner at Provident. Continue Reading Craig has demonstrated extraordinary dedication, proficiency, and leadership, contributing meaningfully to our success. Post this "Craig has been instrumental in professionalizing the firm's internal processes and growth across healthcare services, including leading multiple transactions within behavioral healthcare and primary care. Congratulations to Craig on his well-deserved promotion," commented Eric Major, Managing Director at Provident. "I am beyond excited to continue my journey with Provident – its culture and 'never stop growing' mindset is second to none. The firm's reach across healthcare and unwavering commitment to the delivery of best-in-class advisory services creates a special opportunity for all our clients and team members," noted Sager. Sager has over 11 years of healthcare M&A experience across principal investing, strategy and growth, and sell-side advisory. With over 30 transactions successfully completed, he has a robust track record on both the buy-side and sell-side. Sager began his career in the assurance and transaction advisory practices at EY and has held leadership roles at Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, Optum, and Council Capital. About Provident Healthcare Partners Provident is a leading healthcare investment banking firm specializing in merger and acquisition advisory, strategic planning, and capital formation services for healthcare companies. The firm possesses comprehensive knowledge of market sectors and specialties within the healthcare services industry, with a track record of successfully closing 215 healthcare transactions since its inception. In 2023, Provident created over $1 billion in enterprise value and represented 100 unique owners and shareholders. Provident has unsurpassed experience and insight into the M&A process, which includes working with a multitude of investors such as private equity firms and strategic consolidators. For additional information, visit or follow Provident on LinkedIn. SOURCE Provident Healthcare Partners LLC

BOSTON and NEW YORK, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Provident Healthcare Partners ("Provident"), a leading healthcare investment banking firm, announced it has advised SouthernMED Pediatrics ("SouthernMED") and Sweetgrass Pediatrics ("Sweetgrass") in a partnership with U.S. Pediatric Partners. SouthernMED and Sweetgrass are two of the leading pediatric primary care providers in South Carolina and combined, one of the largest pediatric primary care platforms across the country. Together, their 90 providers extend services to 17 locations across 13 counties. Continue Reading The professionalism and expertise of Provident guided us to a successful outcome. Post this This landmark transaction combines two clinically-driven organizations that are well-positioned to deliver high-quality pediatric care and capitalize on the robust value-based care environment across South Carolina. Provident's deal team was led by Managing Director Craig Sager. Husch Blackwell served as legal counsel to Sweetgrass and SouthernMED, and Goodwin served as legal counsel to U.S. Pediatric Partners. "When you start your company from nothing, you feel like you know everything about it, and certainly don't lack passion. However, when you start engaging in M&A discussions, it becomes crucial to have representation that not only helps you better understand your company, but also shares your level of passion. From the start, Provident placed us in the right rooms with the right people leading to the ideal partner to advance our company to the next level. We recommend Provident without hesitation to assist in taking the next steps for any healthcare organization," commented Dr. Kyle Guyton, Co-Founder and CFO of SouthernMED. "We feel very fortunate to have navigated through this journey with Provident. We put our heart and soul into building our business from the ground up and entrusted Provident to negotiate on our behalf with an appreciation for this sentiment. The professionalism and expertise of Provident guided us to a successful outcome. We highly recommend the Provident Healthcare Partners team," stated Dr. Colleen Boylston, Founder and Clinical Manager of Sweetgrass. "SouthernMED and Sweetgrass have longstanding reputations as high-quality pediatric providers across the fragmented market of South Carolina. Through this merger and expanded partnership with U.S. Pediatric Partners, both organizations are poised to extend their reach and amplify their mission, and we could not be happier for Dr. Guyton, Dr. Boylston, and their teams. They will be in good hands with U.S. Pediatric Partners," noted Sager. About SouthernMED Pediatrics SouthernMED is a leading pediatric primary care practice devoted to delivering compassionate healthcare services to children and young adults in South Carolina. Established in 2008 by Dr. Joseph Delaney and Dr. Kyle Guyton as a sole pediatric practice in Lexington, the company has flourished and expanded to 11 locations. For more information, visit https:// southernmedpeds.com. About Sweetgrass Pediatrics Sweetgrass Pediatrics is a premier pediatric practice dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children and young adults in South Carolina. Sweetgrass Pediatrics offers convenient access to quality healthcare services across the greater Charleston area through six clinics. Established in 2002 by Dr. Colleen Boylston, Sweetgrass Pediatrics was founded with a mission to provide a comprehensive suite of pediatric health services to the communities it serves. For more information, visit . About U.S. Pediatric Partners U.S. Pediatric Partners is a physician-led organization set out to form partnerships with the nation's leading pediatric practices. By bringing together passionate, forward-thinking clinicians, health groups, and strategic payor partnerships under innovative new care models, the company strives to make care accessible for all, encourage preventative medicine, decrease fragmentation, and improve quality of care. For more information, visit . About Provident Healthcare Partners Provident is a leading healthcare investment banking firm specializing in merger and acquisition advisory, strategic planning, and capital formation services for healthcare companies. The firm has a comprehensive knowledge of market sectors and specialties, including primary care and pediatrics. Provident also has unsurpassed experience and insight into the M&A process, which includes working with a multitude of investors such as private equity firms and strategic consolidators. For additional information, visit or follow Provident on LinkedIn. Contact: Provident Healthcare Partners Gina Casiello 877-742-9800 [email protected] SOURCE Provident Healthcare Partners LLC