Matt Searles is the CEO and Managing Partner of Merritt Healthcare Advisors, one of the largest privately held surgery center companies in the US. As an owner-operated, industry-leading firm, Merritt Healthcare has developed, managed, and advised 24 ambulatory surgery centers. In his role, Matt has managed Merritt’s investment banking business, acting as a seller-side advisor on over $3 billion in transactions involving surgery centers, surgical hospitals, and physician practices.

With the healthcare system in flux, it’s more important than ever to identify value-driven, safe, and cost-effective care. How are leading healthcare centers cutting costs without compromising on patient care?

Investment banker Matt Searles recognized an opportunity to transform healthcare by developing ambulatory surgery centers with a strategic, patient-driven approach that prioritizes clinical quality over short-term financial gain. He emphasizes fostering strong, collaborative relationships with key partners and physicians to enable independence and patient satisfaction. Focusing on quality healthcare ensures long-term success and high value.

Welcome to the first episode of HealthTalk Insights, where Matt Searles, the CEO and Managing Partner of Merritt Healthcare Advisors, is interviewed by guest host Chad Franzen of Rise25. Together, they discuss Merritt Healthcare’s trajectory in developing ASCs. Matt also describes how the firm adopts a personalized approach to healthcare, how Merritt capitalized on growth opportunities, and its commitment to clinically led, quality-focused services.