One of state’s oldest radiology practices broadens reach with telemammography firm acquisition
An Alabama radiology practice has acquired a telemammography firm based in its home state, further broadening its reach beyond the city of Birmingham.
Vulcan Imaging Associates did not disclose terms of its deal to purchase Women’s Imaging Associates, announced on Jan. 27. Formerly known as Radiology Associates of Birmingham, the acquirer employs 30 physicians, serving providers across multiple locations and states.
“This addition unifies two market-leading practices to build an unrivaled team of board-certified, fellowship-trained breast radiologists to provide outstanding quality care to both the local communities they serve as well as across the country through partnerships with hospitals, healthcare facilities and other radiology groups,” Vulcan Imaging said in an announcement.
Radiologist Caroline Reich, MD, founded Women’s Imaging Associates in 2009, starting off as a small mammography practice serving six OB/GYN offices in its community. The group continued to grow from there, reading images for more than 20 facilities across the U.S. and licensed in 25 states.
Meanwhile, Vulcan Imaging bills itself as one of the oldest radiology practices in Alabama. Its roots date back to 1915, when James Meadows Sr., MD, started serving what is now St. Vincent’s Birmingham Hospital, according to its website.
“We are thrilled to have this opportunity to expand our Women’s Division, continue our growth with Dr. Reich, and provide the highest level of quality in breast imaging,” Eric Blackman, CEO of Vulcan Imaging Associates, said in a statement.
Marty Stempniak has covered healthcare since 2012, with his byline appearing in the American Hospital Association's member magazine, Modern Healthcare and McKnight's. Prior to that, he wrote about village government and local business for his hometown newspaper in Oak Park, Illinois. He won a Peter Lisagor and Gold EXCEL awards in 2017 for his coverage of the opioid epidemic.