Ridgefield, CT, December 8, 2025 – Merritt Healthcare Advisors is pleased to announce the partnership between Tri-County Pediatrics, a 9-provider pediatric practice with office locations in Rock Hill & York, South Carolina, and US Pediatrics Partners (“USPP”) and their South Carolina-based practice, SouthernMED. Tri-County Pediatrics, founded in 2001 by Dr. Gaurang Shah, is the largest independent pediatrics specialty practice in York County, South Carolina and has established a strong reputation for high-quality children’s healthcare and is recognized as a certified Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). Tri-County Pediatrics has partnered with SouthernMED to leverage their professional management and local & operational expertise to build on their value-based care model to continue delivering the highest quality of care to their communities.
“Our partnership with SouthernMED represents an exciting opportunity to build on our legacy of providing exceptional pediatric care to the families in our community,” said Dr. Gaurang Shah, MD, Founder of Tri-County Pediatrics. “We are confident that SouthernMED’s patient-centric care model will provide increased resources, offerings, and access to the families we serve.”
“Welcoming Tri-County Pediatrics into the SouthernMED family marks an exciting step in strengthening pediatric care across the northern part of our state,” said Dr. R. Kyle Guyton, MD, FAAP, Co-Founder of SouthernMED Pediatrics. “Dr. Shah has built an exceptional practice rooted in accessibility, quality, and community connection. By joining forces, we can expand resources, elevate clinical support, and improve access for families throughout the Fort Mill, Rock Hill, and York areas.”
Tri-County Pediatrics was represented by Merritt Healthcare Advisors, a national advisory firm that helps physicians and owners of healthcare businesses evaluate strategic options for their organizations. John Carron, a Partner at Merritt Healthcare Advisors stated, regarding the transaction, “Merritt is pleased to have been chosen by Dr. Shah to represent Tri-County Pediatrics in its exciting new partnership with SouthernMED, giving it more scale and resources to provide high-quality, convenient and affordable care to its patients. Through this partnership with SouthernMED, the practice is now well-positioned to continue providing the highest quality of care to its community for many years to come.”
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About Tri-County Pediatrics
Founded in 2001 by Dr. Gaurang Shah, Tri-County Pediatrics is the largest pediatrics specialty practice in York County, SC and has established a strong reputation for high-quality children’s healthcare and is recognized as a certified Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). Dr. Shah, who received the Rural Health Physician of the Year Award in 2016, will continue leading patient care across both offices, ensuring continuity and stability for families
who have trusted the practice for more than two decades. To learn more, vist https://mytricountypeds.com/.
About US Pediatric Partners
US Pediatric Partners is a physician-led network dedicated to advancing pediatric health by delivering comprehensive, accessible, and coordinated care to children and families in underserved communities. Established by Webster Equity Partners in 2023 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, USPP partners with premier pediatric and behavioral health practices to build an integrated, value-based care model that emphasizes prevention, collaboration, and long-term outcomes. The growing organization now operates more than 65 locations across New Jersey, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, uniting pediatricians, mental health providers, care coordinators, and health systems to reduce fragmentation and improve quality of care. Through its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and community-based care, USPP is redefining how pediatric care is delivered for the next generation. To learn more, visit https://uspediatricpartners.com/.
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About Merritt Healthcare Advisors
Merritt Healthcare Advisors is the leading provider of merger and acquisition services for healthcare businesses, including surgery centers, physician practices, and ancillary service providers. As the only M&A advisory firm with active clinical operations, Merritt has an unmatched perspective when it comes to obtaining optimal valuation for our clients. Having completed more than $6 billion in healthcare transactions across the United States since 2005, Merritt helps clients realize the true value of their assets, source relationships of strategic value, and ultimately manage the process of achieving a successful transition. The Principals of Merritt acted in their capacity as licensed investment banking agents of Burch & Company, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. For additional information on Merritt Healthcare Advisors please visit https://merrittadvisory.com/.
