Buffalo, N.Y.-based Podiatry Affiliates is merging with Buffalo (N.Y.) Medical Group, effective March 1.
The podiatry practice will bring the specialty to BMG and add six specialists to its network of about 115 physicians.
The merger will give Podiatry Associates access to full service diagnostic imaging, laboratory services and physical therapy. Podiatry Affiliates is western New York's oldest and largest podiatry practice, according to a statement.
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