Bupa acquires large stable of muscle and joint clinics

Bupa Health Clinics has acquired all 22 Blackberry Clinics, the specialists in treating muscle, bone and joint conditions. 

Blackberry’s medical director Dr Simon Petrides said: ‘We’ve had a partnership for over 20 years and we are confident that our customers and people will be very happy with the support, benefits and services that Bupa can provide.’

Sarah Melia, manager, Bupa Health Services, said the acquisition was part of its strategy to provide more Bupa services directly to customers. 

 Bupa Health Clinics also recently acquired The Smart Clinics, four specialist clinics in London providing private GP appointments and healthcare services.