LIMA, Ohio, April 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Physicians Endoscopy (PE), along with the physicians of Gastro-Intestinal Associates, Inc. (GIA), are pleased to announce on April 1, 2015, the two organizations finalized a joint venture relationship.

PE, leader in the development and management of GI single-specialty ambulatory surgery centers, acquired a majority interest in The Endoscopy Center of West Central Ohio, LLC (ECWO), making this their 38^th ASC. The physicians of GIA felt it was the right time to incorporate a strategic business partner who could provide professional management and expertise to enhance and help protect the ongoing success of their center.

The Endoscopy Center of West Central Ohio is a three-room ambulatory surgery center providing over 7,000 procedures annually. The center opened for operations in 2008, is Medicare certified, State licensed, and AAAHC accredited.

“Our doctors were very meticulous in selecting a partner for our endoscopy center,” noted Mark Leifer, MD. “Physicians Endoscopy deals only with ambulatory endoscopy centers. We welcome their experience and expertise in addressing a plethora of management and regulatory challenges in a changing practice environment. Their presence should help us to focus on our primary mission, which is to delivery high quality and compassionate care.”

“Over the past several years, PE has had several conversations with the Physicians, who have come to know the success and integrity of our organization. It has been our desire to partner with this premier GI group who provide the highest quality of clinical service and patient care to their community. We look forward to a long-term successful relationship,” stated Carol Stopa, VP Business Development, Physicians Endoscopy.

ABOUT GIA
The six GI physicians of Gastro-Intestinal Associates, Inc. are board certified in gastroenterology and highly experienced in treating all gastrointestinal illnesses. GIA is the premier GI practice in Lima, OH extending services throughout Allen and several surrounding counties in Ohio. They have the area’s largest center with the latest state-of-the-art equipment.

Working in the community since 1977, GIA is committed to providing the highest standard of medical care and services to their patients. The six GI physicians and their three certified nurse practitioners continuously augment their training to improve healthcare delivery.

For more information, please visit www.endocenters.com or contact 215.589.1053.

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SOURCE Physicians Endoscopy