Healthcare industry veteran Keith Chew joins Integrated Medical Partners

MILWAUKEE, Wis., Oct. 1, 2014 — Integrated Medical Partners (IMP), a full-service provider of profit-improvement solutions for medical practices announced today the addition of Mr. Keith E. Chew, MHA, CMPE as Managing Director, Strategic Positioning and Consulting Services. Mr. Chew will also have the same title with Integrated Radiology Partners (IRP), the IMP solution for Radiology Practices.

Mr. Chew joins IMP after serving McKesson Corporation as a senior strategic consultant. While at McKesson, his responsibilities included new venture development, medical practice operations and group practice contracting. Mr. Chew brings over 25 years of experience in working with clients in leadership and management development and is the current President of the Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA) as well as the Chairman of the Medical Group Management Association’s (MGMA) Medical Imaging Assembly.

According to Bill Pickart, CEO of IMP, “We are extremely pleased with Keith’s decision to join the Integrated Medical Partners team. His practical knowledge and breadth of experience in working with clients to strategically position themselves and their business operations in the fields of diagnostic imaging and physician group practice management is a great addition to our growing scope of services and team.”

“I believe Integrated Medical Partners is uniquely positioned to assist physician groups, health systems, imaging center operators and other clients strategically position themselves and their business operations in our currently dynamic environment filled with challenges and vast opportunities,” says Keith Chew. “I am excited to join a highly respected team that shares my personal dedication to integrity and excellence. It is very apparent to me that the organization has the energy, focus and culture of innovation necessary to team with our clientele to consistently exceed their expectations.”

About Integrated Medical Partners, LLC (IMP)
Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., Integrated Medical Partners, LLC, is dedicated to maximizing medical practices’ efficiency, profitability and long-term success by leveraging its team of industry experts, specialty specific solutions and “best in class” technology. For more information, please visit www.integratedmp.com.

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312-207-2369 ext. 226
 

Sandy Pickart
Director of Marketing
Integrated Medical Partners
414-698-3580
Sandy.pickart@integratedmp.com

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