What Prothia does

Prothia is a privately held French importer and distributor of specialty medical devices, founded in 1981 by Brian Spear and headquartered at 56 Boulevard Davout, 75020 Paris. The company operates an SAS (Société par Actions Simplifiée) with a declared capital of 160,000 euros and a headcount of 11-50 employees. Its portfolio covers four clinical specialty verticals: cardiology (temporary myocardial pacing leads such as MYOPACE, sterile and non-sterile cardiac stimulation cables for PACE 101H/203H/300 external pacemakers, and 916 LS-J pre-wired self-adhesive cardioversion/defibrillation electrodes), pneumology (Rocket Medical pleural drainage systems, Seldinger thoracic drainage kits, Rocket IPC indwelling pleural and peritoneal catheters with associated drainage and dressing packs, 8FG thoracentesis kits, and the Rocket Pleural Vent ambulatory pneumothorax device), perinatology (BT-Cath hemostatic balloon with EasyFill inflation system for postpartum hemorrhage, intra-uterine pressure catheters, intrathecal manometry sets, and HyView HSG/HyCoSy catheters), and rehabilitation (Biodex System 4 isokinetic dynamometer, Gait Trainer 3 instrumented treadmill, Balance System SD stability platform, and NxStep ambulatory unloading system, with the Advantage BX software module).

The company's business model combines one-time device sales with recurring revenue from equipment rental/leasing, ongoing maintenance and technical services, and clinical training (delivered on-site or via videoconference to healthcare professionals). Prothia operates as a sales-led distributor with direct engagement into French hospitals and clinics, performing on-site product demonstrations, trials, installation, and after-sales support. Proprietary R&D is concentrated in founder-led device designs whose technical differentiators include miniaturization (8FG Rocket Pleural Vent catheter) and ease-of-use features (EasyFill inflation system on BT-Cath, plug-compatible IUP catheters that eliminate the water column). The company holds ISO 13485:2016 certification covering its full distribution, training, and maintenance activities, and has been operating for over 40 years as a globally distributed French specialty medical device channel.

Prothia serves hospitals, clinics, and trained medical personnel across four core specialties, with its primary revenue generated in France and additional commercial presence in Worcester, MA, USA. Its distribution network is built on long-standing partnerships with globally recognized manufacturers and subcontractors (notably Rocket Medical plc and Biodex), positioning the firm as a value-added clinical channel rather than a commoditized reseller. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled via multi-year direct sales contracts with healthcare establishments. Marketing reach is concentrated on its own website product catalog, a LinkedIn corporate page, and direct-contact sales, with distribution models that emphasize proximity, clinical training, and 7-year minimum repairability commitments to hospital customers.

Name

Prothia

Legal name

PROTHIA

Website

https://www.prothia.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Prothia is a privately held French importer and distributor of specialty medical devices across cardiology, pneumology, perinatology, and rehabilitation, serving hospitals and clinical professionals in France and the United States with device sales, training, and maintenance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Device Distribution

NAICS

Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423450), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Single-Use Medical Disposables & Procedure Kits (Drapes, Tubing, Catheters, Syringes, Custom Packs) (HLAHANAG)

Keywords

• Medical device distribution
• Cardiology equipment
• Pneumology devices
• Rehabilitation systems
• Perinatology supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Sales: Sale of medical devices across four main categories: cardiology, pneumology, perinatology, and rehabilitation. Products include disposables and capital equipment.
2. Equipment Rental and Leasing: Rental services for medical equipment as indicated by the company description mentioning 'vente, location' (sale and rental).
3. Maintenance and Technical Services: Technical support services including installation, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment. Quality team monitors maintenance performance.
4. Training Services: Clinical communication and training services for medical staff on device usage, including on-site and videoconference training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Prothia imports and distributes specialized medical devices across four clinical domains — cardiology, pneumology, perinatology, and rehabilitation — sourced through exclusive partnerships with manufacturers such as Rocket Medical plc and Biodex. Beyond sale and rental, the company delivers full lifecycle support including on-site clinical training at customer establishments, equipment installation, maintenance, and repair, supported by ISO 13485:2016 quality management certification.

Product overview

Prothia is a French medical device distributor offering a portfolio of specialized medical devices and rehabilitation systems across four clinical domains: Cardiology (temporary myocardial pacing leads, cardiac stimulation cables, and cardioversion electrodes), Rehabilitation (Biodex isokinetic dynamometer systems, gait analysis platforms, balance assessment tools, and ambulatory unloading systems with dedicated software), Pneumology (ambulatory pneumothorax treatment devices, Seldinger thoracic drainage kits, indwelling pleural/peritoneal catheters with drainage accessories), and Perinatology (postpartum hemorrhage balloons and intra-uterine pressure monitoring catheters). The company also provides clinical training and technical maintenance services. Prothia operates from Paris and Worcester, MA, and holds ISO 13485:2016 certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MYOPACE Temporary Myocardial Pacing Leads (Sondes myocardiques temporaires MYOPACE®) Temporary myocardial pacing leads for post-cardiac surgery stimulation and signal detection, available in unipolar, bipolar, or quadripolar configurations with various fixation surface types. Distributed to cardiology departments and cardiac surgery centers.
• Sterile and Non-Sterile Connection Cables for External Pacemaker (Câbles de connexion pour stimulateur externe) Bipolar temporary cardiac stimulation extension cables connecting endocavitary or epimyocardial electrodes to external pacemakers (PACE 101H, PACE 203H, PACE 300), available with 2mm female connections or OSYPKA screw-type sockets. For hospitals performing temporary cardiac stimulation.
• 916 LS-J Pre-Wired Self-Adhesive Cardiac Electrostimulation Electrodes (Electrodes d'électrothérapie cardiaque pré-câblées et auto-adhésives) Multifunction pre-wired, self-adhesive cardiac electrostimulation electrodes for defibrillation, pacing, cardioversion, and monitoring during electrophysiological studies and angiographic procedures. For cardiology and electrophysiology departments.
• Rocket® Pleural Vent™ — Ambulatory Pneumothorax Treatment Ambulatory 8FG catheter with unidirectional valve, self-venting mechanism, and signaling diaphragm for treatment of spontaneous simple or iatrogenic pneumothorax on an outpatient basis. For pneumology and thoracic surgery departments.
• Rocket® Seldinger Thoracic Drainage Kit Seldinger technique percutaneous thoracic drainage kit for air and pleural fluid drainage, available in 12FG and 18FG catheter sizes with safety dilators. For pneumology and thoracic surgery teams.
• Rocket® IPC™ Pleural or Peritoneal Catheter Insertion Kit Complete implantation kit for long-term intermittent drainage of recurrent symptomatic pleural effusions (including malignant pleural effusion) and ascites, with silicone catheter and polyester cuff. For pneumology, oncology, and palliative care units.
• Rocket® IPC™ Mini Insertion Kit Lightweight version of the IPC catheter insertion kit with a 16FG silicone catheter for same-day or office-based implantation of indwelling pleural/peritoneal drainage catheters. For outpatient pneumology and palliative services.
• Rocket 8FG Thoracentesis Kit (Kit de thoracenthèse Rocket 8FG) 8FG thoracentesis catheter kit with J-Tip design, pre-loaded safety needle, and unidirectional valve for pleural fluid or air drainage, designed for safe in-place positioning during post-drainage checks. For pulmonology and thoracic drainage procedures.
• BT-Cath® Hemostatic Balloon with EasyFill™ Inflation System (Ballon hémostatique BT-Cath®) Silicone balloon tamponade catheter for controlling or reducing uterine bleeding during postpartum hemorrhage, with anatomical pear shape, intrauterine drainage channel, and integrated rapid-fill tubing with anti-reflux valve. For obstetrics and maternity units.
• Intra-Uterine Pressure (IUP) Catheter System (Système de cathéter à pression intra-utérine IUP) Sterile single-use intra-uterine pressure monitoring catheter compatible with all cardiotocograph types, reducing infectious risk by eliminating water column requirements, with zero-reset capability with catheter in situ. For obstetrics monitoring during labor.
• HyView® HSG and HyCoSy Catheter (Cathéter HyView® HSG et HyCoSy) Balloon catheter for radiologic contrast agent administration and retention in the uterus during hysterosalpingography (HSG) or water-based ultrasound contrast during hysterosalpingo-contrast-sonography (HyCoSy), compatible with oil-based, aqueous, and saline contrast media. For fertility and reproductive medicine clinics.
• System 4 Multi-Joint Isokinetic Assessment and Rehabilitation System (Système d'évaluation et de rééducation multi-articulaire isocinétique System 4) Biodex isokinetic dynamometer system for objective muscle strength and mobility testing and rehabilitation, supporting isokinetic, passive, isotonic, isometric, and reactive eccentric modes across neurology, orthopedics, sports medicine, pediatrics, and geriatrics. For rehabilitation departments and sports medicine clinics.
• Gait Trainer™ 3 Gait Analysis and Rehabilitation System (Système d'analyse et de rééducation de la marche Gait Trainer™ 3) Biodex instrumented treadmill with real-time measurement of step length, speed, and symmetry, featuring visual biofeedback, audio signals, and optional neurological music therapy module for gait rehabilitation. For rehabilitation centers treating gait disorders.
• Balance System™ SD Stability Assessment and Rehabilitation Platform (Plateau d'analyse et de rééducation de la stabilité) Biodex balance and stability assessment and training system with touchscreen interface, providing static and dynamic protocols for fall prevention, geriatric rehabilitation, neuro-rehabilitation, vestibular disorders, sports medicine, and concussion management. For rehabilitation and vestibular clinics.
• NxStep™ Ambulatory Unloading System (Système d'allègement ambulatoire NxStep™) Biodex partial body weight support system with single-point dynamic suspension enabling natural gait kinematics, vertical displacement up to 10 cm, and lateral/backward walking for early-phase rehabilitation. For rehabilitation departments and gait therapy programs.
• Intrathecal Manometry Set (Set de manométrie intrathécale) Spinal manometer for measuring CSF pressure and performing fluid sampling in suspected CNS infections, subarachnoid hemorrhage, or other neurological pathologies, with graduated plastic tube, three-way stopcock, and Luer-Lock or NRFit® connector. For neurology and neurosurgery departments.
• Clinical Training Services (Formation) On-site and videoconference clinical training provided to healthcare professionals (cardiologists, pneumologists, obstetricians, physiotherapists) on the use of distributed medical devices, delivered within customer establishments.
• Equipment Maintenance and Technical Services (Maintenance) Installation, maintenance, and repair services for distributed medical equipment, monitored by a quality team. Includes minimum 7-year repairability commitment.
• Medical Equipment Rental and Leasing (Location de matériel médical) Rental and leasing services for medical equipment (vente, location) provided alongside product sales to French healthcare facilities.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Rocket Medical plccoreTechnology or IntegrationRocket Medical plc is a key manufacturing partner providing pleural drainage systems, thoracentese kits, IPC catheters, and related medical devices distributed by Prothia in France.
• BiodexcoreTechnology or IntegrationBiodex provides isokinetic evaluation and rehabilitation systems including System 4 Pro, Balance System SD, Gait Trainer 3, and NxStep ambulation support systems distributed by Prothia.
• Global Manufacturer NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProthia relies on a worldwide network of recognized manufacturers and subcontractors to continuously improve products and services. The product portfolio, patents and projects focus on medical applications.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Patterson Companies: US value-added distributor across dental, animal health, and medical segments. Comparable as a niche-specialty distribution strategy similar to Prothia's specialty focus.
• Owens & Minor: Global medical products distributor with focus on hospital supply chain and Patient Direct. Comparable as a competing distribution model for the same hospital channel.
• Medline Industries: Large private manufacturer and distributor of medical-surgical supplies. Comparable in distribution model but operates at vastly greater scale across a broader product portfolio.
• McKesson Medical-Surgical: Major medical-surgical distributor serving hospitals, physicians' offices, and home health. Comparable as a broad-line competitor for the same hospital and clinic procurement contracts.
• Henry Schein: Global distributor of medical, dental, and hospital supplies with vastly broader catalog and logistics footprint. Comparable as a competing distribution channel for the same hospital procurement budgets Prothia targets.
• Cardinal Health: One of the largest US medical product distributors, including acute-care and specialty portfolios. Comparable as a scaled alternative that hospitals may consolidate toward, squeezing specialist distributors like Prothia.

Direct peers

• Biodex Medical Systems: US manufacturer of isokinetic dynamometers, gait trainers, and balance systems. Prothia distributes Biodex in France; the peer illustrates equipment economics and rehabilitation-segment demand that Prothia depends on.
• Rocket Medical plc: UK-based manufacturer of pleural/peritoneal drainage, thoracentesis, and perinatology devices. Prothia is Rocket's French distributor; comparing to Rocket illustrates supplier economics, alternative-distribution risk, and product pipeline leverage.

Others

• Platinum Equity (LifeScan / specialty medical portfolio): Private equity sponsor active in specialty medical device carve-outs. Comparable as a potential acquirer or capital partner benchmark for evaluating Prothia's exit trajectory.

Emerging players

• Invacare (rehabilitation equipment peer): Manufacturer and distributor of rehabilitation and home medical equipment. Comparable as a parallel rehab-equipment specialist competing for similar hospital and clinical rehab budgets in Europe.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/prothia
• Xx.com/Prothiacom

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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