The Wellness Network Acquired by Wafra Partners

NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wellness Network, the nation's largest health education network dedicated to delivering life-enhancing wellness information to motivate patients to take action, aid hospitals in meeting accreditation, and improve overall quality of healthcare, has been acquired by an entity formed by the clients of Wafra Partners LLC, a private equity firm located in New York, New York, as well as Patrick Clifford and James "Hal" Higby.

The Wellness Network has seen significant growth in the past few years with the launch of four new multi-platform patient and professional education products, including development of products in collaboration with Joint Commission Resources and American Heart Association. "Wafra Partners was attracted to The Wellness Network because of our strong reputation for delivery of credible, engaging, education solutions, our unparalleled market reach, and our high quality, dedicated team," noted Dave Ross, CEO of The Wellness Network. "This acquisition positions us to accelerate development of innovative technologies and compelling content delivered at the point of need."

"We look forward to working with the team at The Wellness Network to expand their current offering of technology, engagement and workflow integration solutions to the healthcare market," remarked Eric Norfleet, Managing Director at Wafra Partners. "Wafra Partners sees tremendous potential to do more in the healthcare education and engagement industry."

About The Wellness Network

The Wellness Network (TWN) is dedicated to delivering life-enhancing wellness information to motivate patients to take action, aid hospitals in meeting accreditation, and improve overall quality of healthcare. The company owns and operates the largest and most comprehensive in-hospital health TV networks in the US, with over 2300 hospital relationships. Channels include the Patient Channel, Newborn Channel, Your NICU Baby, HeartCare Channel and MedSerenity Channel, together designed to inform, empower and engage patients in self-management across the continuum of care. The Wellness Network is a partner in Joint Commission Resources Quality & Safety Network, featuring continuing medical education programs and other products for healthcare professionals. TWN also offers integrated hardware and software solutions for patient engagement and compliance. 

More information about The Wellness Network can be found at www.thewellnessnetwork.net.

About Wafra Partners, LLC

Wafra Partners, LLC and its affiliates focus on investing in traditional middle-market companies and partnering with continuing management on a strategic growth plan. Wafra can invest up to $30 million of equity per transaction and has a particular interest in consumer products, consumer-driven services, outsourced business services, and niche manufacturing.

For more information about Wafra Partners, LLC, visit at www.wafrapartners.com.

SOURCE The Wellness Network

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