Advanced Ophthalmology of Charleston announced it is joining Sarah Bush Lincoln and relocating its office to Mattoon.
Sarah Bush Lincoln acquired the practice of Ophthalmologist Ryan Pine and it will relocate to the former SBL Walk-In Clinic in Mattoon at 200 Dettro Drive at the end of the year. The new clinic will be called SBL Pine Eye Center. The Walk-In Clinic is moving to Emerald Acres Sports Connection this fall.
SBL President & CEO Kim Uphoff said this is the first ophthalmology practice SBL has owned and believes it will enhance the continuum of care for area residents. “We have worked closely with Dr. Pine for many years and are fortunate to have this caliber of eye care in our community. We hope to grow the practice by recruiting other eye specialists to complement Dr. Pine’s practice.”
Dr. Pine added that he and his staff are excited to join SBL. “This acquisition enables us to improve access to care and helps ensure long-term viability of excellent ophthalmology care. It is difficult to operate a private practice today, and under the leadership of Sarah Bush Lincoln, we will be able to recruit additional ophthalmologists and eye specialists typically not found in smaller communities. We’re excited for this next chapter.”
Dr. Pine will continue to perform all of his surgical cases in the SBL Surgery Center on the Health Center’s campus. Patient medical records and appointments will be transferred to the new facility so patients should experience a seamless appointment after the first of the year. Minor renovations are expected in the new facility to help streamline the practice.
For more information, contact SBL Practice Management at 217 258-2576.
Pictured is Dr. Ryan Pine with SBL President & CEO Kim Uphoff.
