What MicroSurgical Technology, Inc. does

MicroSurgical Technology, Inc. (MST) is a Redmond, Washington-based medical device company that designs, manufactures, and distributes precision ophthalmic surgical instruments for cataract, glaucoma (MIGS), and refractive procedures. The company sells to board-certified ophthalmic surgeons and surgical facilities globally, with product categories spanning specialty devices (Malyugin Ring for pupil expansion, Trabectome/TrabEx/TrabEx PRO for trabecular meshwork excision, GonioPro Surgical Suite for MIGS visualization, ArcDUO for refractive incisions, InterTip I/A system), micro-instrumentation modular forceps and scissors, and an "Every Case Items" catalog including diamond knives, single-use blades, cannulas, capsule polishers, bipolar forceps, sutures, and cryo units. The portfolio is built on surgeon-innovator co-development relationships with prominent ophthalmologists including Dr. Boris Malyugin, Dr. Ike Ahmed, Dr. David Chang, and Dr. Bobby Osher, supporting a "For Surgeons, By Surgeons" product development model with jeweler-like precision craftsmanship.

MST operates a hybrid revenue model combining direct hardware sales (both durable reusable instruments under a 3-year repair warranty and single-use disposables) with a recurring Diamond Blade Subscription Program that charges a flat monthly fee per blade inclusive of repairs and resharpening. Go-to-market is a direct enterprise sales motion combining e-commerce (store.microsurgical.com), local sales representative outreach, surgical demos, sample/loaner programs, and educational webinars (MST Online Series), supported by presence at conferences such as ASCRS. Distribution is augmented through third-party brands Duckworth & Kent (UK titanium instruments) and MANI (Japanese ophthalmic knives). The company maintains wholly-owned U.S. manufacturing in Redmond and a German subsidiary (MicroSurgical Technology Germany GmbH) serving European customers.

MST is a privately held wholly-owned subsidiary of Halma plc, a UK-based FTSE 100 conglomerate with over $1.5B in annual sales and approximately $4.5B market value across more than 50 operating companies. MST itself employs 251-500 people and was founded in 1976 by ophthalmologist Dr. David J. McIntyre and jeweler Isidro Nilsson. The company has executed multiple strategic acquisitions to build its current portfolio, including Accutome (2018), Trabectome/TrabEx from NeoMedix (2019), and Surgistar (2026), while operating under Halma's decentralized model that preserves subsidiary autonomy while providing global resources.

Name

MicroSurgical Technology, Inc.

Legal name

MicroSurgical Technology, Inc.

Website

https://microsurgical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

MicroSurgical Technology designs, manufactures, and distributes precision ophthalmic surgical instruments for cataract, glaucoma (MIGS), and refractive procedures, serving ophthalmic surgeons globally through direct sales, e-commerce, and recurring diamond blade subscriptions as a Halma plc subsidiary.

Ownership category

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Product category

Ophthalmic Surgical Instruments and Devices

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro primary industry

Cataract Surgery Systems & IOLs (Phaco Systems, IOLs, Intraoperative Aberrometry, Viscoelastics) (HLAHAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Glaucoma Diagnostics & Surgical Devices (Tonometry, Gonioscopy, MIGS, Drainage Implants, Laser Trabeculoplasty) (HLAHAJAI), Open & Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments (Handheld, Laparoscopic, MIS) (HLAHADAA), Refractive Surgery Systems (Excimer/Femtosecond Lasers, Phakic IOL Systems, Wavefront/Guidance) (HLAHAJAG)

Keywords

• Ophthalmic surgical instruments
• Cataract surgery devices
• Glaucoma MIGS instruments
• Refractive surgery knives
• Ophthalmic disposables

Headquarters

HQ city

Redmond

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Surgical Instruments Sales: Direct sales of ophthalmic surgical instruments including forceps, scissors, knives, cannulas, and specialized devices to surgeons and surgical facilities. Both durable (reusable) and single-use (disposable) product lines.
2. Diamond Blade Subscription: Subscription program for Accutome Diamond Knives offering flat fee per blade per month with included repairs and resharpening services, providing sustainable and cost-effective alternative to disposable blades.
3. Surgical Consumables: Recurring revenue from single-use surgical products including AccuSharp disposable knives, surgical disposables, sutures, and procedural supplies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

MicroSurgical Technology designs, manufactures, and sells surgeon-developed ophthalmic surgical instruments and devices used in cataract, glaucoma (MIGS), and refractive surgery. Its portfolio includes specialty devices such as the Malyugin Ring pupil expander, TrabEx and Trabectome goniotomy systems, the GonioPro Surgical Suite, and ArcDUO refractive knives, along with a broad catalog of every-case surgical instruments and a recurring Diamond Blade Subscription program. All products are sourced, developed, and manufactured in the USA, with European operations out of Wetzlar, Germany.

Product overview

MicroSurgical Technology (MST) is an ophthalmic surgical instrument company offering a comprehensive portfolio of surgeon-designed products for eye surgery procedures. The company provides specialty devices including goniotomy instruments (GonioPro Surgical Suite, TrabEx Pro, TrabEx, Trabectome), pupil expansion devices (Malyugin Ring), micro-instrumentation modular systems, and phaco tips. Their Every Case Items category includes surgical instruments (AccuSharp single-use knives, diamond knives, bipolar instruments, forceps, calipers, cannulas, capsule polishers, lens manipulators), surgical supplies (sutures, cleaning products, sterilization equipment), and surgical equipment (cryo units). MST also distributes third-party brands including Duckworth & Kent instruments and MANI ophthalmic knives. The company operates a Diamond Blade Subscription Program offering sustainable, cost-effective access to premium diamond surgical knives. MST is a Halma company headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with a subsidiary in Germany.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Accutome: Diamond and metal surgical blades, handheld surgical instruments, and surgical disposable products.
• ArcDUO
• Trabectome
• TrabEx
• TrabEx PRO
• Malyugin Ring

Products and services

• Malyugin Ring Pupil expansion device for managing small pupils and intraoperative floppy iris syndrome (IFIS) in cataract surgery.
• TrabEx Pro Dual-blade goniotomy device that enables excision of the Trabecular Meshwork for MIGS glaucoma treatment.
• TrabEx Innovative dual-blade goniotomy device that enables excision of the Trabecular Meshwork for MIGS glaucoma procedures.
• Trabectome Single-use electro-surgical device that incorporates simultaneous irrigation and aspiration for goniotomy procedures in glaucoma management.
• ArcDUO Single-use, sterile ophthalmic knife for controlled depth paired arcuate incisions on the cornea at or near the limbus for refractive correction.
• GonioPro Surgical Suite Surgical gonio visualization suite featuring Volk optics for MIGS procedures, available in Single-Port, Multi-Port, and Handle-Mounted configurations.
• Micro-Instrumentation Modular systems that couple universal handles with a large variety of forceps and scissors for ophthalmic surgery.
• Phaco Tips Accessories for phacoemulsification that bring added safety, efficiency, and visibility to cataract surgery.
• Irrigation and Aspiration (InterTip) Irrigation and aspiration devices for cataract surgery, including the InterTip system with interchangeable heads.
• Capsular Support Devices Devices that provide support in the presence of weakened or compromised zonules during cataract surgery.
• AccuSharp Single-Use Ophthalmic Knives Comprehensive line of single-use ophthalmic surgical knives including guarded ophthalmic crescent knives and angled slit knives in various sizes.
• Diamond Knives High-precision diamond surgical knives available in all sizes and configurations with titanium or steel handles for ophthalmic surgery.
• Bipolar Instruments
• Calipers, Gauges & Markers
• Cannulas & Cystotomes
• Capsule Polishers
• Forceps & Clamps
• Lens Manipulators & Choppers
• Cryo Units

Quantifiable outcome

• A single surgeon doing 500 cataract surgeries per year creates nearly 300 kilos of carbon equivalent from disposable blades alone (per SIDICS from ESCRS)

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SurgistarcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026MST strengthened its ophthalmic offering through acquisition of Surgistar, a California-based manufacturer specializing in ophthalmic instruments. Surgistar designs and produces high-quality surgical blades, cannulas, and trephines for eye surgery with highly automated manufacturing processes.
• Duckworth & KentminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMST now offers Duckworth & Kent surgical instruments, renowned worldwide for precision engineering and trusted for over 65 years. These UK-made instruments combine advanced engineering, high-grade titanium, and consistent manufacturing standards.
• Volk OpticscoreTechnology or IntegrationGonioPro Surgical Suite delivers superior, newly engineered Volk optics across modular control options, providing uncompromised clarity and surgical confidence for MIGS gonio visualization.
• MANIminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMST offers MANI ophthalmic knives as part of their surgical blade portfolio, bringing the gold standard in quality and performance for ophthalmic surgery.
• Boris Malyugin, MDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Malyugin developed what is considered the greatest innovation in modern cataract surgery - the Malyugin Ring. MST collaborated with Dr. Malyugin to bring his vision to life, fundamentally changing how ophthalmologists manage small pupils and IFIS.

Scale indicators6 records

Market position

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/microsurgical-technology

Compliance1 record

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Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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