surgery partners is a leading operator of surgical facilities and ancillary services with more than 180 locations nationwide. we provide exceptional integrated healthcare experiences between our providers and patients. our diverse company operates multiple types of healthcare services dedicated to improving the quality of care in a convenient and cost-effective manner. the support of our ancillary services is one of many unique attributes that differentiate us from our competitors. these services are comprised of a diagnostic laboratory, multi-specialty physician practices, urgent care facilities, anesthesia services, optical services and specialty pharmacy services. our integrated approach to advancing markets allows for flexibility to provide care on an individualized, local market basis. whether entering into a new market with surgical facilities, ancillary services or joint ventures with health systems, or furthering an existing market’s growth potential by focusing on base busines