Private equity (PE) investment in healthcare has expanded rapidly, particularly in plastic surgery, where rising demand for aesthetic procedures presents attractive financial opportunities. This cross-sectional study analyzed PE acquisitions of U.S. plastic surgery practices from January 1, 2000, to July 1, 2024. Data were obtained from PitchBook, verified through practice websites and follow-up inquiries. Results indicate that between 2000 and 2023, PE-backed acquisitions in plastic surgery grew by 4300% in practice volume and 7630% in capital investment. Acquisitions were concentrated in states such as Texas, Florida, and New York.
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Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40059429/