Lotus Clinic for sale

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Shawville’s Lotus Clinic on the market
Tashi Farmilo
Local Journalism Initiative
Published January 29, 2025.

SHAWVILLE ā€“ The Lotus Medical Clinic, a healthcare institution that has served the Pontiac since its founding in 2014, is for sale after its founder, Joanne Romain, decided to retire following nearly 11 years of dedicated service.

ā€œIā€™m having mixed feelings. Iā€™m ready for retirement and to take a step back, but first
weā€™re trying to avoid any negative impact on the community by finding a buyer.
I’m not in a hurry,ā€ Romain said.

The clinic, currently listed for $2,250,000, has grown to accommodate 13 family
doctors, specialized nurse practitioners, a physiotherapist, an osteopath, and an
after-hours care clinic.

Romain is open to a range of buyers, but is firm in her desire to ensure the clinic remains a healthcare provider in private hands. ā€œWe donā€™t want to see it close,ā€ she said, underlining the importance of finding someone to continue the clinicā€™s mission. ā€œIt could be a group of doctors. It could be another professional buying it and installing their practice here,ā€ she explained. She also noted the possibility of expanding the clinicā€™s services, such as adding specialists like a dentist, to meet the growing health needs of the region.

Despite the lack of offers so far, Romain remains hopeful. ā€œIā€™m confident the right person will come along,ā€ she said, adding the clinicā€™s loyal patient base, established reputation, and potential for expansion make it an attractive investment.