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Interview: Tony Veverka, Y1 Capital and Transform

UK-based Transform Hospital Group has gone through its own transformation recently. Historically a medical aesthetics, cosmetic and weight loss surgery-focused business, the group went into administration last year and was bought by a team including former CEO Tony Veverka who is reshaping it into a leaner, broader healthcare services provider. HBI catches up with him to find out more.

Spire returns to profit, but shares still fall

Shareholders did not give UK hospital group Spire’s full year results a warm reception, despite a return to profit, generally strong financials, and the continued viability of the UK market. HBI talks to market experts to find out why.

Key themes and takeaways from the IFC’s Emerging Markets conference

Last month, thought leaders from private healthcare systems across the globe gathered in Cape Town, South Africa, to network, share their findings, and consider how emerging markets can become more resilient. HBI was there, and these are our key themes and takeaways.

Biggest hospital chain in Philippines may IPO for $1bn

Metro Pacific Hospitals, the Philippines' most expansive hospital chain with 12 hospitals and seven medical centres across the country, is considering going public at a valuation of up to $1bn in a revival of a plan that was initially shelved in 2019, according to reports.

Shareholders unconvinced by “future Fresenius”

Michael Sen, CEO of multinational healthcare conglomerate Fresenius, finally set out his long-awaited plan for a “Future Fresenius” at the group’s end of year results this week. But is it a radical shake up, or PR puff? HBI investigates why shareholders appear unconvinced.

Legal challenges may derail German investor crackdown

HBI hears German health minister Karl Lauterbach’s plan to stop “locust investors” from buying up outpatient facilities may be shot down by a double whammy of legal and political considerations. HBI speaks to a Germany-based lawyer and healthcare expert to find out more.

Danish outsourcing deal ‘has broad consensus’ 

Last week we reported that some operators had expressed concerns after the Danish government made a new outsourcing agreement with the private hospital sector. This week we hear from operators more supportive of the development, who are keen to share a different perspective.

Denmark plans hospital outsourcing hike – and tariff cuts

The Danish government has set out plans to increase its use of the private hospital sector. Those plans will see for-profit operators allowed to treat publicly-funded patients more, but also include significant tariff cuts.

Mayo promises to support loss-making London centre

US-based nonprofit American academic medical centre Mayo Clinic has offered "unconditional" financial support - at least until January 31, 2024 - to its London facility, despite the latter losing millions. Meanwhile, Cleveland Clinic continues to expand in the UK capital.

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