Southview Medical Group Acquired by UAB Health System — Healthcare M&A

UAB Health System acquired Southview Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician practice serving central Alabama. The transaction was structured as an add-on acquisition and was finalized on Jan. 1, 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed. As part of the deal, UAB Health System assumed ownership of Southview’s provider network and facilities, including locations at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham and UAB Medicine.

The acquisition expands UAB Health System’s footprint in Birmingham and surrounding communities, aligning with demand for both primary and specialty care. Southview Medical Group’s focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease supports UAB’s broader clinical mission and strengthens its ability to manage patient access amid ongoing healthcare capacity and workforce pressures in the region.

While specific integration plans were not detailed, the closed status indicates the organizations have moved from partnership to full ownership. The deal is expected to enhance continuity of care across UAB-affiliated sites and reinforce UAB Health System’s physician practice strategy in Alabama’s healthcare market.