Basel Medical Group Signs Agreement to Acquire Bethesda Medical to Strengthen Healthcare Ecosystem in Singapore and Southeast Asia
Singapore, April 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Basel Medical Group Ltd (NASDAQ:BMGL), today announced the signing of a definitive agreement by its subsidiary Basel Medical Group Pte. Ltd. to acquire Bethesda Medical Pte. Ltd., a leading Singapore-based healthcare provider specializing in diagnostic imaging and outpatient care. The agreement marks a significant step in Basel Medical Group's strategic expansion in Singapore and the broader Southeast Asian healthcare market. The completion of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to take place on or around April 30, 2025 or such other date agreed by the parties.
Strategic Partnership Evolves into Full Integration
Basel Medical Group and Bethesda Medical have been collaborating on strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiencies. The agreement solidifies this relationship, enabling deeper synergies between the two organizations.
"This acquisition is a natural progression of our partnership with Bethesda Medical," said Raymond Cheung, Group Chief Executive Officer of Basel Medical Group. "Their expertise in diagnostic imaging and outpatient services complements our existing orthopaedic clinics, allowing us to offer a more comprehensive healthcare network for patients in Singapore."
Synergies and Cross-Referral Opportunities
With Basel Medical Group's strong presence in orthopaedic care, the integration of Bethesda Medical's diagnostic and outpatient services will create a seamless referral system, improving patient access to specialized treatments. This synergy is expected to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency across both groups.
Accelerating Growth in Singapore and Southeast Asia
The acquisition of Bethesda Medical marks the beginning of Basel Medical Group's expansion strategy in Singapore and the broader Southeast Asian healthcare market. By broadening its service offerings and integrating advanced medical solutions, Basel Medical Group is positioning itself as a key player in the region's evolving healthcare ecosystem.
"Our vision is to build an integrated healthcare network that delivers high-quality, patient-centered care," added Raymond Cheung. "The addition of Bethesda Medical is just the first step in our fast-paced growth strategy, with more developments to come."
About Bethesda Medical Pte. Ltd.
Bethesda Medical is a trusted healthcare provider in Singapore, specializing in diagnostic imaging and outpatient services. Known for its advanced medical technology and patient-centric approach, Bethesda Medical has built a reputation for excellence in community healthcare.
About Basel Medical Group Ltd
Basel Medical is a Singapore-based provider of orthopedic and trauma services, sports medicine and surgery, orthopedic procedures, as well as neurosurgical treatments. Our operations are based in Singapore, with our clinics being at 6 Napier Road, Unit #02-10/11 and Unit #03-07, Gleneagles Medical Centre. Over the last 20 years, our group has forged strong and lasting relationships with a large base of corporations, in particular those in the construction, marine and oil & gas industries, which underpin our robust business model. As an orthopedic service provider in Singapore with a track record of over 20 years, we are well-positioned to ride the wave of growth opportunities in the private healthcare industry in Singapore and across Southeast Asia driven by ageing populations, rising income levels, increasing private insurance coverage, government effort and expenditure on healthcare, growing sports participation rate and Singapore's position as a premium destination for healthcare services in Asia. Our management and medical practitioner team comprises a roster of orthopedic and neurosurgery specialists, corporate finance and healthcare partnership specialists. Basel Medical Group Ltd serves as the holding company of our group and we conduct our operations through our operating subsidiaries based in Singapore. For more information, please visit the Company's website: www.baselmedical.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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