Francisco Partners is a technology focused private equity firm. Today, the company announced a strategic investment in NexTech, a leading provider of marketing software solutions for specialty physician practices, practice management and electronic medical records (EMR). The closing of the transaction would be subject to customary conditions including Hart-Scott-Rodino clearance.

Ezra Perlman, a partner at Francisco Partners said, "NexTech is highly respected in the healthcare industry for its fully integrated offering, specialty focus, and leading-edge technology combined with 17 years of experience and strong customer service. NexTech's products are among the most trusted within its specialty focus areas, and we look forward to supporting the company in its continued growth."

Florida based NexTech was established to develop a completely integrated EMR. The company has a unique focus on developing and supporting specialty specific products. The new partnership between NexTech and Francisco Partners was designed to strengthened and support the infrastructure and growth in medical specialties of NexTech.