HealthEdge Partners with Western Microsurgical for Strategic Investment and Growth

HealthEdge Investment Partners Expands Its Portfolio

In a major move to strengthen its foothold in the healthcare sector, HealthEdge Investment Partners, LLC, announced its investment in Western Microsurgical, LLC (WMS), a premier provider and service organization specializing in surgical microscopy solutions. This partnership, executed in February 2025, sets the stage for WMS to accelerate its growth trajectory while enhancing service delivery in the surgical equipment niche.

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, WMS was founded in 2001 by Brian Bedrick. The company has successfully transitioned from a capital equipment distributor to a significant independent service organization. WMS has established a presence within various healthcare facilities, including hospital surgical suites, ambulatory surgical centers, and specialized clinics. The company's core focus lies in the provision of new and refurbished surgical microscopes, crucial for various medical procedures such as spine surgery, neurology, ENT, and ophthalmology.

With the backing of HealthEdge, WMS aims to expand its operational capabilities and enter into partnerships with other organizations within the microscopy service landscape. One of the primary goals of this collaboration is to leverage HealthEdge's significant experience and financial resources to secure new ventures that align with industry best practices. "The entire WMS team and I are excited for the next chapter of growth in partnership with HealthEdge," said Bedrick. He emphasizes that this collaboration will enable the company to enhance its service offerings and manage a broader portfolio of equipment effectively.

The strategic investment will not only provide WMS with the necessary working capital for growth but also facilitate research and development initiatives that are critical in today’s fast-paced medical technology environment. HealthEdge’s Principal, Josh Hamrick, commented on the unique positioning of WMS within the microscopy market. He noted that WMS’s technical expertise and tailored service approach position it well to transition into a national provider of surgical equipment services.

Moreover, the injection of capital from HealthEdge brings added strategic advantages, such as enhancing operational efficiencies and optimizing service delivery methods that significantly impact client satisfaction. HealthEdge Partner Matt Dawson praised WMS's strong management team for establishing an organization that excels in servicing mission-critical microscopes and surgical equipment, thereby supporting medical professionals in achieving optimal clinical outcomes in their respective fields.

As part of the transition, Erik Tivin has joined the board of directors for WMS. Tivin brings over 25 years of industry experience to the table, having previously founded Centurion Service Group, a full-service surplus medical equipment management company.

This investment opportunity is a testament to the growing demand for high-quality surgical equipment and related services. With WMS’s proven track record and HealthEdge's expertise, the partnership is expected to pioneer innovations that elevate the standard of care in surgeries across the nation.

As HealthEdge continues to build its portfolio in the healthcare sector, this partnership not only signifies growth for WMS but also aligns with HealthEdge’s mission to achieve superior returns through investments that enhance operational performance and deliver exceptional services to clients. The collaboration promises a future of expanding opportunities that will redefine service excellence in surgical equipment provision.

About HealthEdge Investment Partners

Founded in 2005, HealthEdge Investment Partners focuses exclusively on investing in the healthcare industry. With over 100 years of combined operating experience, HealthEdge seeks to generate superior returns by collaborating with businesses that benefit from its partners' extensive knowledge and networks.

About Western Microsurgical

Operating from Denver, Colorado, Western Microsurgical is known for its independent representation and service organization roles. In alignment with leading manufacturers like Leica Microsystems, WMS delivers essential products used in a variety of specialized medical procedures. As a distributor of surgical instruments, it aims to elevate the standard in the surgical equipment market.