How Do Health Systems Structure Ground Leases for Campus Expansion?
Health systems structure ground leases for campus expansion by retaining ownership of the land while leasing it to a developer or partner who finances and constructs the building, preserving capital and balance sheet capacity for clinical investment. Why It Matters Campus expansion is one of the most capital-intensive decisions a health system will make. A […]
The Benefits of Reit-Partnered Capital Development
Competition for Capital In this age of declining and changing reimbursements, hospitals and health systems must look at creative ways to “do more with less.” Given the significant expense associated with owned and leased real estate, long-term ownership of non-core healthcare facilities demands strategic awareness.As internal competition for capital escalates, hospitals should consider utilizing “third-party” […]
Healthcare Real Estate: What’s Changed in the Last Five Years and What’s Next
Healthcare real estate development has undergone a quiet but profound shift in recent years. The days of thinking exclusively in terms of large, single-site hospitals are behind us as health systems increasingly embrace decentralized, community-based outpatient facilities like urgent cares, freestanding emergency departments and multispecialty medical office buildings. The key driver behind this shift is […]
Matt Bremner: Partnerships are a powerful tool in modern healthcare
In today’s evolving healthcare environment, strong partnerships are more essential than ever. Health systems are expected to increase access, improve outcomes and remain financially stable, all while navigating rising costs, lower reimbursement rates, staffing challenges and shifting patient expectations. Meeting these demands alone is increasingly challenging. That’s where healthcare real estate partnerships can add significant […]
A successful health care real estate strategy requires research and trusted partners
Facing constant reductions in payor reimbursement rates, regional and community health care systems actively seek ways to improve margins and enhance their effectiveness. To achieve this, hospitals are thinking lean: less cost, fewer employees and less cumbersome processes. At the same time, health care providers are working toward enhancing the overall patient experience, ease of […]
Thought Leaders: Top 5 Investment Trends in Healthcare Real Estate
By Jeff Behm, Senior Vice President of Investments at Bremner Healthcare Real Estate Over the last several years, healthcare real estate has arguably been the preferred asset class for real estate investors. As a broker and advisor for health systems and investors, I’ve observed several trends that are shaping the industry’s trajectory. 1. Investment sales […]
Groundbreaking of New Cancer Center in Norman, Oklahoma
Indianapolis-based Bremner Real Estate announced the recent groundbreaking of a new cancer center in Norman, Oklahoma. The OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center at Norman Regional will serve patients from Norman Regional Health System and OU Health. The partnership is a powerful step toward enhancing health care services for patients in Norman and across southern Oklahoma. […]
REJournals: The headwinds facing healthcare real estate require a nimble, innovative response
At the intersection of healthcare and real estate, the landscape appears both promising and challenging for stakeholders in the industry. While the demand for healthcare services continues to rise, hospital systems face the financial strain of escalating labor and material costs, which have surged by 35% to 40% over an unprecedentedly short amount of time, […]
Inside Indiana Business: Freestanding EDs promote innovation into health care
The successful replacement of an aging health care facility requires thoughtful answers to two questions: Where should it be located, and how do you continue to provide care to those affected by a change in location? On their face, these questions sound simple enough. However, those who work in the health care development space know […]
Bremner Real Estate Welcomes Dan Baumeister to the team
Baumeister to serve as VP of the firm’s business development efforts INDIANAPOLIS – Bremner Real Estate is pleased to welcome Dan Baumeister as the firm’s new VP of Business Development. As a long-time leader in delivering healthcare development solutions across the country, the team is excited to expand the firm with this new VP role […]
