CardioOne Joins Forces with CardioSphere to Expand Independent Cardiology Network
CardioOne has announced a partnership with CardioSphere and the addition of Midwest Cardiovascular Institute (MCI) to its network, expanding their platform's reach in supporting independent cardiologists. This collaboration aims to enhance health system alignment models by offering services such as cardiovascular service line co-management and joint-venture ambulatory surgery centers. The move is intended to help cardiologists transition from hospital employment into independent practice while maintaining strong relationships with hospitals. MCI, a leading independent cardiology group in the Midwest, will join CardioOne's network of over 110 providers who have left corporate or hospital positions for physician-owned practices. Mark Goodwin, President of MCI, and Cathie Biga, former president of the American College of Cardiology, are among those joining CardioOne as part of this integration. CardioSphere was founded in 2024 by Dr. Goodwin and Jacob Corbell to address challenges within cardiology employment models. The partnership is expected to provide a scalable solution for health systems seeking sustainable cardiovascular programs while supporting physician independence.
Topics: cardiology health system alignment independent practices M&A