What VirtaMed does

VirtaMed AG is a Swiss medical simulation company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Schlieren (Zurich), Switzerland, with regional offices in Maitland, Florida (USA) and Shanghai (China). The company develops hyper-realistic surgical simulators that combine proprietary digital twins, photorealistic graphics, haptic feedback, and original medical instruments to enable transferable skills training across orthopedics, urology, obstetrics and gynecology, general surgery, and robotic surgery. Its product portfolio comprises five core platforms — ArthroS (arthroscopy), RoboS (robotic surgery), LaparoS (laparoscopy), GynoS (OB/GYN), and UroS (urology) — supported by the VirtaMed Connect cloud platform for curriculum and performance management, modular procedure-specific software, and a continuum of Simulation Online, AR, VR, and MR modalities. The portfolio is protected by 18 granted patents across the US, Europe, and China.

VirtaMed serves two primary customer segments: medtech and pharma companies that require custom simulation solutions for product development, physician training, and live demonstrations (with partners including Karl Storz, Smith+Nephew, CooperSurgical, MMI, Boston Scientific, Momentis Surgical, NxThera, and Aspivix); and hospitals, university medical centers, and training institutions that deploy simulators for residency and fellowship programs (with named accounts including Cleveland Clinic, Mount Sinai, ChristianaCare, CHUV, Broward Health, Kuopio University Hospital, and Poole Hospital NHS). Medical societies such as AANA, ASRM, EBCOG, ESSKA, and ISUOG represent a tertiary ecosystem for curriculum endorsement and certification. The company runs 100+ employees and conducts enterprise field sales with regional presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

The business model combines high-fidelity hardware sales with recurring software module subscriptions, VirtaMed Connect cloud subscriptions, proficiency development and customization professional services, and ongoing service and support (with reported Net Promotor Score above 90). Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contracts and not publicly disclosed. Distribution is primarily direct enterprise sales supplemented by a mobile demo truck, channel partners such as Richard Wolf, and mobile simulation lab initiatives (including the MAAS program with AANA and the Swiss mobile lab tour that trained 300+ residents across 16 university hospitals).

Name

VirtaMed

Legal name

VirtaMed AG

Website

https://virtamed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

VirtaMed is a Swiss medical technology company that develops hyper-realistic surgical simulators for orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, general surgery, and robotic surgery, using digital twins, haptic feedback, and original instruments to serve hospitals, medtech companies, and medical societies globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Surgical Simulators

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Computer Training (611420)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Healthcare & Clinical Simulation (Surgery, Nursing, EMT, Patient Interaction) (EDAFAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Surgical Robotics & Computer-Assisted Surgery Platforms (HLAHADAF), Simulation-Based Learning & Virtual Labs (EDAGAEAG), Surgical Visualization & OR Video Integration (4K/3D, Recording, Routing) (HLAHADAD)

Keywords

• Surgical simulation training
• Medical education simulators
• Haptic feedback simulators
• Robotic surgery training
• Virtual reality healthcare

Headquarters

HQ city

Zürich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Surgical Simulators (Hardware): Sale of high-fidelity surgical simulators including ArthroS, RoboS, LaparoS, GynoS, and UroS platforms with modular interchangeable components for different medical specialties.
2. Simulation Software Modules: Specialized training modules and software for specific procedures (e.g., TURP, arthroscopy, hysteroscopy, robotic surgery) that mount on hardware platforms.
3. VirtaMed Connect Cloud Platform: Cloud-based data management and curriculum development platform providing 24/7 access to course data, performance tracking, and fleet management.
4. Proficiency Development Services: Training and education services including simulator installation, initial training, course and curriculum customization, and curriculum integration support.
5. Service & Support: Ongoing technical support with Net Promotor Score of more than 90, including maintenance, software updates, and customer assistance.
6. Custom Solutions for Medtech Companies: Tailored medical simulation solutions for medical device companies based on client requirements for product training and live presentations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

VirtaMed develops and sells hyper-realistic surgical simulators across five core platforms (ArthroS, RoboS, LaparoS, GynoS, UroS) that combine original medical instruments, photorealistic graphics, haptic feedback, and AI-powered analytics for training in arthroscopy, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, gynecology, and urology. The simulators are supported by the VirtaMed Connect cloud platform for data management and curriculum delivery, alongside proficiency development, custom solutions, and post-sale service offerings for hospitals, medtech companies, and medical societies.

Product overview

VirtaMed develops hyper-realistic surgical simulators using mixed reality technology combining real instruments with photorealistic graphics and haptic feedback. The product portfolio comprises five core simulator platforms (ArthroS for arthroscopy, RoboS for robotic surgery, LaparoS for laparoscopy, GynoS for gynecology/obstetrics, and UroS for urology) that share a modular architecture allowing interchangeable anatomical models and procedure-specific training modules. These platforms are supported by the cloud-based VirtaMed Connect data management system and supplementary services including Proficiency Development, Custom Solutions, and Service & Support. Training Continuum spans Simulation Online, Simulation AR, Simulation VR, and Simulation MR, enabling progression from theoretical to fully immersive hands-on training. All simulators use hyper-realistic digital twins and support performance-based credentialing programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VirtaMed Connect: Cloud-based data management platform for managing simulator data, tracking student progress, and curriculum development.
• VirtaMedEd

Products and services

• ArthroS Hyper-realistic arthroscopy training simulator for knee, shoulder, hip, and ankle procedures using original arthroscope, camera, and surgical instruments adapted for simulation with passive haptic feedback. Targeted at orthopedic surgeons, residency programs, and arthroscopy training institutions.
• RoboS Independent robotic surgery simulator with console-like hardware including adjustable ergonomic setup, gravity-free control, handles with clutch function, advanced 3D visualization, and standard pedal layout. Enables hands-on skills transfer to leading robotic surgery consoles; supports Fundamental Skills, Advanced Suturing, Team Training, and Cholecystectomy modules.
• LaparoS Hyper-realistic laparoscopy simulator providing motivational training sequences in a highly realistic anatomical environment with realistic patient positioning, free trocar placement, and support for multiple surgeons operating on the same virtual patient. Modules include General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Gynecological Laparoscopy, Suturing, and Essential Skills.
• GynoS Most realistic OB/GYN simulator for obstetric ultrasound, IUD insertion, embryo transfer, hysteroscopy, and ovum pick-up with interchangeable modules. Includes First Trimester Transvaginal Ultrasound, Second Trimester Transabdominal Ultrasound, Embryo Transfer (ASRM), Ovum Pick-Up, IUD Placement, and Hysteroscopy modules.
• UroS State-of-the-art urology simulator for operative TURP, TURB, morcellation, and laser BPH procedures with original instruments and high realism. Includes BPH Laser Module (ThuLEP/HoLEP), TURB Module, TURP Basic Skills Module, and TURP Full Procedure Module.
• VirtaMed Connect Cloud-based data management and curriculum platform providing 24/7 secure access to course data, trainee progress tracking, cohort and individual performance evaluation, targeted feedback delivery, fleet management, and LMS integration for hospitals and training programs.
• Proficiency Development Services Combination of simulation, education, research, and data analysis services including simulator installation, initial training, course and curriculum customization, and curriculum integration support to accelerate learning curves for residency programs and hospitals.
• Service & Support Ongoing technical support program with Net Promotor Score exceeding 90, providing swift issue resolution, remote system diagnostics, automated software updates, and proactive maintenance visits for installed simulators.
• Custom Solutions Tailored medical simulation solutions developed for medical device and pharmaceutical companies based on client requirements for training medical professionals and demonstrating products at conferences and customer sites.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of residents find simulation training useful; 80% want it mandatory in curricula
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Momentis SurgicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership for Hominis System surgical simulation. VirtaMed provides proficiency-based simulation across the skills development pathway for surgeons using Momentis Surgical's Hominis System. The partnership emphasizes improving patient outcomes through comprehensive training solutions.
• MMI (Medical Microinstruments)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Symani surgical system simulation training. MMI sought a partner providing portable solution demonstrating Symani experience with realistic microsurgery training environment. VirtaMed supports microsurgery training and robotic surgery adoption.
• AspivixcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for Carevix IUD training simulation with 3D online simulator. Combined VirtaMed's simulation expertise with Aspivix's women's healthcare innovation to advance FemTech medical education for current and future healthcare professionals.
• CooperSurgicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Paragard IUD training simulator. Customized interactive solution delivering user-friendly, compliant experience for healthcare professionals. Praised for agility, flexibility, and quality of simulator training program.
• KARL STORZmajorTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration on laparoscopic simulator development. KARL STORZ provided laparoscopic simulator developed with VirtaMed to Women's Health Clinic at Tübingen University Hospital. Partnership enables realistic laparoscopy training with KARL STORZ equipment.
• American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelopment collaboration for Embryo Transfer Simulator. ASRM Certificate Course uses VirtaMed simulation for training REI fellows. Simulator combines anatomically correct pelvic model with original catheters (Wallace and Cook Guardia) and proprietary probe.
• European Board & College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (EBCOG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on position statement for simulation training in OB/GYN. VirtaMed's Erin Zimmerman worked with EBCOG on published statement about simulation-based training benefits during and after COVID-19 pandemic.
• ISUOG (International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for joint seminar on ultrasound basic training using GynoS obstetric ultrasound simulator. Collaboration for delivering online education and hands-on simulation training.
• Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for MAAS (Mobile Advanced Arthroscopy Simulator) program launched 2023. AANA uses VirtaMed ArthroS simulators for mobile training across residency programs to revolutionize surgical skills acquisition.
• Smith + NephewmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced collaboration to develop custom simulator. Partnership exemplifies VirtaMed's experience working with largest medical technology companies on customized high-fidelity simulation solutions.
• InSimosupportingTechnology or IntegrationCooperation on RoboS Advanced Suturing module development. InSimo contributes advanced suturing simulation technology integrated into VirtaMed's RoboS platform.
• Richard Wolf GmbHsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUses VirtaMed systems for urology and gynecology congresses, workshops, and courses in Germany and internationally. Praised easy setup and clean working space for conference demonstrations.
• NxTherasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Rezum Water Vapor Therapy device simulation. VirtaMed developed high-fidelity VR simulator based on 197 patient procedure videos, requiring 85% proficiency before live patient cases.
• Tübingen University HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongstanding collaboration on LaparoS gynecological laparoscopy module development since 2020. Women's Health Clinic provides medical inputs and feedback contributing to high realism and quality of training content.
• Swiss Association for Surgery (AFC)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Association of Surgery partnership for mobile simulation lab training. Mobile lab crosses borders into France to provide medical training with AFC support.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• FundamentalVR: UK-based VR surgical training platform focused on haptic-enabled immersive simulations for operating rooms. Emerging competitor using a software-only / HMD-led model that could pressure VirtaMed's hardware-centric approach in select specialties.
• Osso VR: US-based VR surgical training platform with particular strength in orthopedics and procedure-specific training modules. Direct partial overlap with VirtaMed's ArthroS franchise, but positioned as a lower-cost, software-only alternative.
• InSimo: French surgical simulation company whose technology is integrated into VirtaMed's RoboS Advanced Suturing module. Adjacent competitor in physics-based tissue and suturing simulation for laparoscopic and robotic surgery.
• PrecisionOS: Canada-based VR surgical training company focused on orthopedic and spine procedures with multiplayer and assessment capabilities. Emerging competitor that overlaps with VirtaMed's ArthroS spine/orthopedic use cases.

Direct peers

• Surgical Science: Swedish-based publicly listed developer of virtual reality surgical simulation for laparoscopy, endovascular, and orthopedic procedures. Most direct competitor to VirtaMed across multiple shared specialties, with broader scale and public capital access.
• Simbionix (3D Systems Healthcare): 3D Systems' healthcare simulation arm providing surgical simulators (e.g., LAP Mentor, GI Mentor, ARTHRO Mentor) that directly compete with VirtaMed's ArthroS, LaparoS, GynoS, and UroS platforms in shared specialties.
• Mentice: Sweden-based, publicly listed provider of endovascular and interventional procedure simulation. Direct comparable in business model (high-fidelity hardware simulators with software modules, hospital and medtech customers) though concentrated in endovascular rather than VirtaMed's surgical breadth.

Broad incumbents

• CAE Healthcare: Division of CAE Inc. offering a broad portfolio of simulation solutions across healthcare, including patient, ultrasound, and surgical simulators. Larger incumbent whose wider portfolio overlaps with VirtaMed's specialty surgical simulators.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors5 records

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M&A

Investments

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