Weber Shandwick announces acquisition of ReviveHealth

Weber Shandwick has announced the acquisition of ReviveHealth, a move that will bolster the momentum of its fast-growing healthcare practice.

ReviveHealth is known as one of the leading integrated marketing communications firms for health systems, health services and health technology in the US, with offices in Nashville, Minneapolis and Santa Barbara.

With this takeover, Weber Shandwick will be able to combine its global expertise in pharma, provider communications, scientific communications and health public affairs with ReviveHealth's specialisation in issues pertaining to the business of healthcare.

Specifically, the firm can boast substantial expertise in health systems, health services, health technology, device and diagnostic companies, physician groups, and wellness and population health companies.

Andy Polansky, chief executive officer of Weber Shandwick, said: "We're extremely pleased to add another best-in-class firm that complements Weber Shandwick's integrated service offerings and that adds specialised expertise our clients are seeking."

The company also recently announced the appointment of Laura Starr, formerly of GCI Health, as associate director of its health team in London.