Ten private-equity backed giants control over 300 ophthalmology practices nationwide, having a major hand in the industry. Here are the 10 largest private equity companies in ophthalmology:
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Cisplatin resupply dates fluctuate again
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Baptist Health to complete new flagship facility in September, CFO says
Pensacola, Fla.-based Baptist Health Care will complete its new flagship hospital project in mid to late September, according to CFO Andy Terry.
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New York CRNAs rally for professional recognition
The New York State Association of Nurse Anesthetists held a rally at the state Capitol on May 9, pushing for legislation that would recognize certified registered nurse anesthetists as a profession, according to a report from CBS affiliate WRGB.
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6 innovative projects get $90K at MUSC Health's 'Shark Tank'
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