Dermatology Acquisitions Reach Peak Levels; Schweiger Dermatology Closes on Major Acquisition

The fourth quarter of 2021 delivered seventeen reported dermatology practice acquisitions, representing a significant surge to end the year. There were two large practice acquisitions as well as a major platform recapitalization announcement.

Dermatology Acquisitions Continue to Increase in Q3 as Established Players Pursue Expansion

The third quarter of 2021 delivered eight reported dermatology practice acquisitions, showing an increasing trend of deal volume over the past nine months. Notably, Pinnacle Dermatology acquired Dermatology Associates and Skin Surgery Center which includes eight locations throughout West Virginia and Maryland.

Core Dermatology Buyers Remain Active in 2021. Window of Opportunity May Be Starting to Close for Smaller Practices

The second quarter of 2021 delivered six reported dermatology practice acquisitions.

Core Dermatology Buyers Remain Active to Start 2021. Window of Opportunity May Be Starting to Close for Smaller Practices.

The first quarter of 2021 delivered five reported dermatology practice acquisitions. This activity decline may signal that the window of opportunity for small practice deals may be starting to close. Indeed, dermatology consolidation is now in its tenth year. However, Schweiger, Epiphany, and Anne Arundel continued to acquire smaller add-on practices and grow their platforms.