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Managing Director

John M. Tiedmann, Jr.

John Tiedmann is a Managing Director at Physician Growth Partners (PGP), where he advises healthcare business owners and management teams on mergers and acquisitions, private equity recapitalizations, growth equity transactions, and strategic partnerships. With nearly 15 years of healthcare investment banking experience, John has developed deep expertise in healthcare services M&A and an extensive understanding of the operational, financial, and strategic factors that influence transactions across physician practices and healthcare services organizations.

Throughout his career, John has represented healthcare business owners and management teams across a broad range of healthcare services sectors. Through this experience, he has developed an extensive network of relationships across the healthcare ecosystem, including private equity investors, strategic acquirers, executives, and management teams, providing him with significant insight into the priorities, strategies, and capabilities of potential transaction partners.

John works closely with clients to understand their unique objectives, evaluate strategic alternatives, and identify financial and strategic partners that align with their long-term goals. He is known for his hands-on approach to transaction execution and remains actively involved throughout the process, providing strategic guidance and serving as a strong advocate during diligence and negotiations. His experience and knowledge of the healthcare buyer landscape help clients navigate key decisions and pursue successful, long-term outcomes.

As a recognized voice in healthcare M&A, John is frequently invited to speak at industry conferences, webinars, and podcasts. He has participated in educational programs hosted by Farragut Square Group, Levin Associates, and other healthcare industry organizations, presented at conferences including the Orthopedic Value-Based Care Conference (OVBC), and contributed to publications such as the Journal of Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation (JOEI).

Prior to joining PGP, he worked at Brown Gibbons Lang & Co. as a Director covering healthcare services and also spent time at Robert W. Baird & Co. He decided to join PGP for its white glove approach to client engagements and to help expand the firm’s coverage areas. Throughout his career as an investment banker, John has personally completed over 60 transactions across physician practice management, ancillaries, healthcare facilities, and other healthcare verticals, representing more than $3B in aggregate transaction value.

John lives in Winnetka, Illinois with his family. During his downtime he enjoys spending time with his wife, 3 children, and golden retriever. When time allows, John also enjoys following IU sports, playing golf, and reading.

John graduated from Indiana University with dual degrees from the Kelley School of Business in Finance and Technology Management.

Selected Transaction Experience

Representative engagements across healthcare sectors.
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Multi-Specialty, Outpatient Surgery Center in the Midwest
August 2026
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Blueprint for outpatient orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in the Midwest.
Midwest Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Center
August 2026
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Leading independent cardiology group in the Midwest with PE-backed platform.
Midwest Cardiology Group
August 2026
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Client Perspective
Dr. Diamondis Papadopoulos
MetroDerm
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"Their tireless commitment and support as well as their frank advice for both sides/parties in the transaction was what ultimately led to its successful completion."
"PGP and Michael Kroin was an invaluable guide and an absolutely necessary participant through the entire process. Their tireless commitment and support as well as their frank advice for both sides/parties in the transaction was what ultimately led to its successful completion. As a result of their efforts, all participants came to the conclusion that it was a fair and mutually beneficial merger."
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Client Perspective
Dr. Alfredo Paredes Jr.
Tallahassee Plastic Surgery Clinic
Detailed blueprint of a healthcare facility for planning and construction.
" PGP clearly has extensive knowledge in this arena, and we would not have gotten the best outcome possible without them."
"I am very grateful for the tremendous and effective work done by Michael Kroin and the group at PGP. Finding the right partner, positioning my clinical practice and ASC effectively, and guiding us through the negotiations required significant experience and diligence. PGP clearly has extensive knowledge in this arena, and we would not have gotten the best outcome possible without them."
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Client Perspective
Dr. Edward Seade
Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin
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"PGP was able to fill the gap in expertise my partners and I had and ran a process that concluded in a truly terrific outcome with GrowthOrtho and Trivest."
"When we started evaluating whether private equity was right for us or not, I realized very quickly that I knew orthopedic surgery, but I did not know anything about the PE universe and running a transaction process. PGP was able to fill the gap in expertise my partners and I had and ran a process that concluded in a truly terrific outcome with GrowthOrtho and Trivest. They were instrumental in helping us navigate the entire process from start to close. We are extremely satisfied."
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Client Perspective
Dr. Amy Forman Taub
Advanced Dermatology
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"I would highly recommend them to any physician group considering this avenue"
"My experience with Physician Growth Partners was excellent. They led me through the process of finding a partner that would respect our mission yet valued our practice reasonably. This transition is complex legally and financially. PGP led us through the stages to completion in a truly professional manner and I would highly recommend them to any physician group considering this avenue for their next phase of growth."
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Client Perspective
Dr. Mark Hockenberry
Keystone Urology Specialists
Detailed blueprint of healthcare facility layout and infrastructure.
"We are grateful to Physician Growth Partners and their team, who were integral in facilitating the creation of this partnership."
"The team at Keystone Urology Specialists is very excited to join Solaris Health and work together to continue delivering exceptional patient care. We are grateful to Physician Growth Partners and their team, who were integral in facilitating the creation of this partnership. Solaris represents our ideal partner as a leading national platform that shares our priorities of patient focus and advanced treatments."

Considering a healthcare transaction? Start with a confidential conversation.

Whether you are considering a recapitalization, merger, or full sale, or simply want to understand your options, PGP's senior bankers are ready to help.

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Considering a healthcare transaction? Start with a confidential conversation.

Whether you are considering a recapitalization, merger, or full sale, or simply want to understand your options, PGP's senior bankers are ready to help.

"*" indicates required fields