Pediatrics Plus, an Arkansas-founded pediatric healthcare provider, today announced the acquisition of Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers, significantly expanding access to comprehensive pediatric therapy and developmental services for children and families across the state. The acquisition adds 12 locations, including developmental preschools, outpatient clinics and extensive school-based therapy partnerships throughout Arkansas, creating one of the state's largest providers of pediatric therapy and developmental services. The combined organization will employ approximately 2,100 team members and operate locations across Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.
Founded in Arkansas in 2002, Pediatrics Plus has grown from a home-health therapy provider into the state's leading pediatric healthcare organization. This acquisition reflects its continued commitment to expanding access to high-quality, coordinated care for children and families across Arkansas.
"This is more than an acquisition. It's two Arkansas organizations coming together around a shared mission," said Scott Street, CEO of Pediatrics Plus. "It's also an investment in our people. By combining our strengths, we can expand resources for children, families and team members while ensuring more Arkansans have access to the comprehensive services they need close to home."
Founded in 2008, Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers have spent nearly two decades serving children and families throughout Arkansas. Known for their developmental preschool programs, school partnerships, outpatient services and commitment to quality care, the organizations have built a strong reputation for helping children reach their fullest potential while supporting families through every stage of development.
As Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers leadership considered the future of the organizations, finding the right partner became a priority.
"For nearly 20 years, we've had the privilege of serving children and families throughout Arkansas," said Ronnie Norman, Founder and CEO of Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers. "As we looked toward the future, we weren't simply looking for a buyer. We were looking for a partner that would honor our mission, invest in our people and continue putting children and families first. Pediatrics Plus shares those values. This partnership allows us to preserve the culture and relationships that have always defined our organization while creating new opportunities for the families we serve."
Kevin James, COO of Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers, said the partnership creates new opportunities for team members and strengthens their ability to serve communities across Arkansas.
"Our success has always been driven by our people," James said. "This partnership gives our team access to additional resources, support and opportunities for professional growth while allowing them to continue doing what they do best — serving children and families. We're excited about what this means not only for our employees, but for the communities that depend on us every day."
Pediatrics Plus will welcome all current Cynergy and Arkids team members to the organization, preserving the trusted relationships families have built with teachers, therapists and staff while investing in their continued growth and development. To support a smooth transition, Norman will become an observer on the Pediatrics Plus Board, and James will continue serving in a leadership role as Pediatrics Plus begins the integration process. Families can expect uninterrupted services throughout the transition, while branding, signage and facility updates will be implemented in phases over the next year.
The partnership creates opportunities to strengthen services, expand resources for families and introduce additional support offerings over time, including applied behavior analysis (ABA), while building on the strong foundation already established by both organizations.
"Families today are often navigating multiple appointments, providers and challenges while trying to get their child the support they need," Street said. "Our goal is to make that journey easier by providing comprehensive services and expanded resources. Together, we're creating a stronger organization that will allow us to serve more children, support more families and continue investing in communities across Arkansas."
Stephens Inc. served as exclusive financial advisor to Cynergy Rehab Group and Arkids Pediatric Day Centers for this transaction.