Addition of four emergency centers marks continued execution of ZT Corporate’s healthcare growth strategy across underserved Texas markets

ZT Corporate, a private equity firm specializing in healthcare and automotive investments, today announced the acquisition of four emergency care facilities operating under the Express ER brand. The facilities, located in Abilene, Waco, Harker Heights and Temple, will be integrated into ZT Corporate’s healthcare portfolio, Altus Community Healthcare, marking a strategic expansion into new markets for the company.

This acquisition increases ZT Corporate’s total number of emergency care centers across Texas to 35, reinforcing its position as a key player in the state’s evolving healthcare landscape. The four facilities will continue to operate under the Express ER brand, which is recognized locally for its commitment to accessible, community-based emergency services.

Taseer Badar, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ZT Corporate, said, “This acquisition is another milestone in our aggressive growth strategy. We’re not just entering new markets – we’re shaping the future of emergency care across Texas. Our ability to identify and scale high-potential assets in this dynamic environment is what our ZT Way of working is all about, and I’m proud of our team’s effort to drive this next phase of growth.”

The acquisition aligns with ZT Corporate’s long-term strategy to expand its presence in the emergency care space. As the industry undergoes consolidation and legacy providers exit the market, ZT Corporate continues to leverage its scale and reputation to acquire top-tier assets and deploy capital toward sustainable growth.

Muhammad Ali Chaudhry, MD MBA, Global Chief Executive Officer of Altus Community Healthcare, said, "Altus Community Healthcare is recognized for our operational excellence and commitment to enhancing the patient experience. Express ER is a natural addition to our network, thanks to its strong community presence, well-established brand, and dedicated team. We’re excited to support and build upon the great work already being done."

ZT Corporate’s dynamic healthcare portfolio has been essential to the firm’s 25+ years of success. The collective strength of the portfolio has been optimized to provide exponential growth for the company but also provide essential services to the communities it serves.

Farrukh Tariq, Group Chief Operating Officer of ZT Corporate, said, “This acquisition reinforces our disciplined approach to portfolio growth. Following our expansion into South Texas last year, we’re continuing to build a statewide footprint that reflects our long-term vision for healthcare investment. Over the next 24 to 36 months, ZT plans to deploy additional capital into high-performing healthcare assets that align with our operational strengths and long-term investment strategy.”

About ZT Corporate

Established in 1997, ZT Corporate is a Houston-based private equity firm with offices in New York, Los Angeles and Newport. The firm focuses on healthcare and auto dealerships as core investment verticals. ZT Corporate’s investment team collaborates with its operators to support the day-to-day operations of the firm’s portfolio investments. This close collaboration drives value creation by developing stronger operator-investor relationships, cross-functional expertise, and a deeper understanding of the target industries. Since its founding, ZT Corporate has successfully completed more than 60+ investments, including platform companies and follow-on opportunities with multiple liquidity events for its investors. For more information: www.ztcorporate.com

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