History & strategy
In June 2009 PMG launched its first wholly owned clinic in Fitrovia, London. 2010 will the roll out of these Prognostic Health clinics across London and the major conurbations of the UK.
PMG - Evidently Better Practice
Early Years
The Company was formed by Dr Harry Brunjes in 1995. Dr Brunjes was a clinician in Harley Street, having trained at Guy’s Hospital.
- Dr. Brunjes – early years
Initially the practice of Dr Brunjes & Associates received medico-legal instructions from local law firms largely specializing in employment related injuries .
Critical Mass
Having built a national footprint and reputation as an independent provider of medical opinion with a focus on best practice, Premier Medical Limited established critical mass on winning the RAC contract in 2001. Subsequently, other large Legal Expense Insurance based contracts were won such as Groupama, AXA, MMA, Norwich Union Rehabilitation, National Farmer’s Union, Co-op, Helphire and DAS. In 2004 Premier Medical developed a strategic relationship with BUPA and Dr Brunjes was appointed Chairman of the Personal Injury Forum at BUPA UK Membership.
Corporate Activity
In 2006 Jason Powell joined the Company as Chief Executive Officer with a clear mandate to execute the strategic vision, to be the lowest cost provider of high quality primary medical services across the UK. Corporate activity has initially focused on consolidation within the Medico Legal sector and in 2008 included the following transactions:
- Feb 2008 - Sale and buy back of Premier Medical Limited
- Feb 2008 - Purchase of Personal Injury Medical Reporting Services Limited
- Jun 2008 - 20% Investment in WARP Technologies Limited
- Nov 2008 - Purchase of e-Reporting Group Limited
- Nov 2008 - Purchase of Principle Medical Services Limited
- Dec 2009 – Purchase of an increased stake in WARP Technologies Limited
- May 2010 – Capita acquire 100% of the share capital of Premier Medical Group.
PMG continues to grow organically having integrated operations into a single site in Ludlow. New, long term contracts have been secured with Drive Assist, The AA, SAGA, Zurich and Budget Group.
Corporate Strategy
The next phase of PMG’s strategy has seen a diversification into the Life and Occupational Health markets, leveraging our technology and clinic platform to deliver competitive pricing and enhanced service capability.
In June 2009 PMG launched its first wholly owned clinic in Fitzrovia, London under the subsidiary brand Prognostic Health. 2010 will see Prognostic Health clinics rolled out across London and the major conurbations of the UK.