TPG acquires Optum UK

● PLATFORM | HEALTHCARE · Provider EHR & Practice Management

JANUARY 6, 2026

TPG in talks to acquire Optum UK (UnitedHealth)

TARGET

Supplies electronic patient record software and NHS commissioning support services to UK GP practices and community pharmacy.

Ownership	UnitedHealth (prior owner)
Headcount	1,001-5,000 FTEs
Headquarters	London, United Kingdom
Leadership	Andy Thorburn, Chief Executive Officer
Sell-side advisor	—

ACQUIRER

TPG

Global alternative asset manager and private equity firm.

Buy-side advisor

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TPG -> Optum UK  (2026-09-18)
buyout | Healthcare | announced
Target: Supplies electronic patient record software and NHS commissioning support services to UK GP practices and community pharmacy.
Website: emishealth.com | Buyer site: tpg.com
HQ: London, United Kingdom | Seller: UnitedHealth
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