Veterinary Practice Valuation

The use of debt financing by private equity firms in the purchase of veterinary hospitals and its relationship to valuations.

Dr. Ackerman discusses the factors your should consider before selling your practice.  Is this the right time to sell or should I wait?

Dr. Ackerman interviews veterinarians who have successfully sold their practice over the last three years. Hear what veterinarians like yourself have to say about the process.

Link to an excellent article about private equity in the corporate market. Authors Michael Dicks and Melissa Maddux explain the role of private equity and the effect on valuations.

You have negotiated your Practice Sale and are now in due diligence.  What kinds of things can derail your transaction?  Dr. Ackerman will share his experience and help you avoid the roadblocks to completing your transaction.

Price is not the only consideration when selling your practice.  Multiples and pricing is at an all time high but how do you know you are getting the best value when selling your practice.  Dr. Ackerman explains the other factors that are just as important as price.

Hear Dr. Ackerman’s update on the corporate consolidation of veterinary medicine.  Who are the dominant buyers in the market and what does this mean for the industry.

Hear from clients who have sold to the Corporate market in the past three years.  Learn what obstacles they faced to get their practice sold.  Did expectations match reality for these clients?

Dr. Ackerman discusses the much used term EBITDA and why it is important to understand how it can affect the value of your practice.

Dr. Ackerman and Tom Wheeler discuss the current demand in the market for smaller practices.  One doctor practices with production under $1.5 MM are in demand for several corporate buyers.  We will discuss what valuations and sale structure to expect from these buyers.