Partners Group Acquires Majority Stake in EyeCare Partners from FFL Partners

EyeCare Partners Acquires Nationwide Vision

September 11, 2019

Healthcare Services

EyeCare Partners LLC completed the acquisition of Nationwide Vision, a Chandler, Arizona-headquartered operator of 89 optometry offices across Arizona and Florida. The deal adds over 780 employees and expands EyeCare Partners' presence in the fast-growing Arizona and Florida markets, enhancing its managed vision plan capabilities and retail eyewear offerings.

Beverly Capital Acquires The Eye Health Group

February 12, 2021

Healthcare Services

Los Angeles-based private equity firm Beverly Capital has acquired The Eye Health Group, a New Jersey-based optometric service provider. Everside Capital Partners and Merion Investment Partners provided subordinated debt and equity support for the transaction; the seller will remain invested and management will continue to operate the business as the investors pursue a roll-up strategy across the Northeast.

EyeCare Partners Acquires John-Kenyon, Bennett & Bloom and McPeak Vision Partners

October 24, 2018

Healthcare Services

St. Louis-based EyeCare Partners completed acquisitions of three Kentucky ophthalmology practices — John-Kenyon Eye Centers, Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers, and McPeak Vision Partners — expanding its footprint in Louisville and southern/western Kentucky. The deals bring multiple doctors and locations into EyeCare Partners’ network to broaden patient access to ophthalmology and refractive services across the state.

FFL Partners, CDPQ and Dr. H. Doug Barnes Family Acquire New Look Vision Group

May 26, 2021

Healthcare Services

FFL Partners, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) and the Dr. H. Doug Barnes Family completed the acquisition of all outstanding Class A common shares of New Look Vision Group Inc. for C$50.00 per share, taking the company private and initiating delisting from the Toronto Stock Exchange. The investors said they will support New Look Vision's management to grow and expand its retail store network across North America and pursue additional opportunities in the eye care market.

EyeCare Partners Acquires Retina Institute of Virginia

September 30, 2022

Healthcare Services

EyeCare Partners, a national operator of ophthalmology and optometry practices, has acquired Retina Institute of Virginia, a retina-focused ophthalmology group with two primary offices and three satellite locations in central Virginia. The transaction will integrate Retina Institute of Virginia into EyeCare Partners’ national network, providing the practice with expanded access to clinical research trials and advanced training opportunities.

Vision Innovation Partners (Chesapeake Eye Care) Acquires Eye Care Specialists

June 24, 2019

Healthcare Services

Vision Innovation Partners (formerly Chesapeake Eye Care), a Centre Partners‑backed ophthalmology platform, acquired a majority interest in Eye Care Specialists (ECS), a nine‑location ophthalmology practice group in northeastern Pennsylvania that includes a surgery center and Revive MedSpa. The deal expands Vision Innovation Partners' presence in Pennsylvania as part of its ongoing roll‑up strategy in the Mid‑Atlantic.