The Future of Physician Practices: AI, Consolidation, and Private Equity Insights

Zak Eisenberg is the Vice President of Merritt Healthcare Advisors, which provides investment banking services to healthcare services organizations. In his role, he manages the strategic development and execution of ASC, surgical hospital, and physician practice transactions. Zak specializes in sourcing and analyzing transactions and capital and negotiating and structuring investments. Previously, he was a Biofund Venture Analyst at New Orleans Bioinnovation Center, a biotech and life science-focused venture capital firm, and led the analysis team at a renewable energy-focused private equity firm.

In this episode…

Physician practices face increasing pressure from rising costs, shifting regulations, and evolving patient expectations. While independent practices struggle with financial stability, private equity-backed consolidations often lead to misaligned incentives and physician dissatisfaction. How can healthcare providers and investors balance financial growth with patient care?

According to healthcare transaction consultants Zak Eisenberg, John Nantz, and Barry Tanner, shifting compensation models impact physician motivation. Healthcare practices should structure these deals to align long-term physician incentives with practice growth. This requires clear communication and strategic planning to prevent physicians from feeling disengaged or undervalued in private equity-backed models.

In part one of the Transaction Healthcare webinar, moderator Kayla Marty hosts Zak Eisenberg, John Nantz, and Barry Tanner to discuss the financial and operational trends in physician practice management. Together, they share emerging technological and regulatory healthcare trends, the shift toward physician practice consolidation, and how AI can reduce healthcare costs and improve patient care.