Concentra will combine its existing local practice with that of Springfield Physical Medicine to form a new Concentra Medical Centers facility at Springfield Physical Medicine’s location at 1308 N. Glenstone Ave., the news release said.

The acquisition allows Concentra to expand its urgent care business and add physical therapy services, the news release said. Concentra will continue to provide episodic care, preventive wellness and health education to current and new employer-clients throughout the region, it said.

Dr. Charles Mauldin, who founded Springfield Physical Medicine in 1989, will join Concentra as staff physician; former Springfield Physical Medicine staff member Kristi Waeltz will serve as administrator.

“We are very pleased about the opportunity to expand our presence and service capabilities to local employers in Springfield and surrounding areas,” said Keith Newton, president and chief operating officer of Concentra. “Springfield Physical Medicine has a proven record of service to the Springfield community, and we determined that the combination of our practices would offer a range of benefits for our patients and clients.”

Concentra also provides work-related injury and non-injury health care services, including pre-employment physicals, flu shots and drug testing. The company employs board-certified physicians, therapists, occupational health specialists and technicians across the U.S.

Source: News-Leader.com
Original Publication Date: February 29, 2008