What LIGHTMED does

LIGHTMED is a privately held medical device company founded in 1997 that develops solid-state medical laser systems for three clinical verticals: ophthalmology (retina, cataract, glaucoma), dentistry (hard and soft tissue), and dermatology (vascular and pigmented lesions). Its product portfolio centers on the TruScan Pro multi-wavelength pattern-scanning photocoagulator (integrating 532nm, 577nm, 670nm, and 810nm wavelengths via its proprietary PrismCore™ technology), the LIGHTLas series of single-wavelength photocoagulators and YAG/SLT platforms, the SAPPHIRE Er:YAG dental laser featuring Fiberless Core Tech™ (laser source in handpiece), and the DermaLight 532nm KTP dermatology laser. Differentiated intellectual property includes SP-Mode® microsecond laser technology for tissue-sparing sub-threshold retinal treatments, Fiberless Core Tech™ for fiber-free handpiece operation, CrystalQ™ precision Nd:YAG pulses, and PrismCore™ multi-wavelength integration. All products are FDA cleared and CE marked.

The company operates a dual-entity corporate structure with corporate headquarters in New Taipei City, Taiwan (LIGHTMED Corporation) and US operations centered in San Clemente, California (LIGHTMED USA Corp.). Revenue is generated primarily through capital equipment sales to hospitals, eye clinics, dental practices, and dermatology clinics, supplemented by accessories, delivery devices, tables, and upgrade sales tied to the installed base. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure. Go-to-market relies on an enterprise field sales motion in the US combined with a channel partner model — 150+ authorized distributors serving 80+ countries worldwide — supported by distributor inquiry portals, request-a-demo workflows, clinical evidence publication, webinars, and presence at major industry conferences (AAO, ESCRS, ALD, ISLD). Notable enterprise references include Doheny Eye Institute, Mexico's National ROP Blindness Prevention Program (35+ deployed LIGHTLas 810 units), Federal University of São Paulo, and Miramichi EyeNB Centre of Excellence.

Name

LIGHTMED

Legal name

LIGHTMED Corporation

Website

https://lightmed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

LIGHTMED is a privately held medical device company founded in 1997 that designs solid-state laser systems for ophthalmology, dental, and dermatology, selling capital equipment via 150+ distributors across 80+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Laser Systems

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF)

Keywords

• Medical laser systems
• Ophthalmic photocoagulation lasers
• Dental erbium lasers
• Dermatology aesthetic lasers
• SLT glaucoma lasers

Headquarters

HQ city

San Clemente

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Laser Hardware Sales: LIGHTMED generates revenue primarily through the sale of medical laser systems including ophthalmic lasers (TruScan Pro, LIGHTLas series), dental lasers (SAPPHIRE), and dermatology lasers (DermaLight). These are capital equipment purchases for medical practices and hospitals.
2. Accessories and Consumables: Sales of accessories, delivery devices, tables, and upgrades for existing laser systems, providing recurring revenue opportunities from the installed base.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

LIGHTMED designs, manufactures, and sells medical laser systems for ophthalmology (retina photocoagulators, Nd:YAG capsulotomy lasers, SLT glaucoma lasers), dentistry (Er:YAG all-tissue dental lasers), and dermatology (KTP aesthetic lasers). Its products incorporate proprietary platforms including SP-Mode® microsecond laser technology, Fiberless Core Tech™, CrystalQ™ precision pulse, and PrismCore™ multi-wavelength integration, and are sold primarily as capital equipment through a global network of authorized distributors. Recurring revenue is generated from accessories, delivery devices, tables, and upgrades to the installed base.

Product overview

LIGHTMED offers advanced laser systems for ophthalmology, dental, and dermatology across three core specialties. The ophthalmology portfolio centers on the TruScan Pro multi-wavelength platform (with optional 532nm, 577nm, 670nm, 810nm wavelengths), complemented by dedicated LIGHTLas photocoagulators (532, 577, 810), LIGHTLas YAG-V for capsulotomy, and LIGHTLas SLT Deux-V for selective laser trabeculoplasty. The dental lineup features the SAPPHIRE Er:YAG laser with Fiberless Core Tech for hard and soft tissue procedures. Dermatology is served by the DermaLight 532nm KTP laser. All systems leverage proprietary technologies including SP-Mode microsecond laser technology, Fiberless Core Tech, CrystalQ precision pulse, and PrismCore multi-wavelength integration. The company operates with FDA clearance and CE marking across its global presence in 80+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SAPPHIRE: Er:YAG dental laser system for hard and soft tissue dental procedures, featuring Fiberless Core Tech™ and 20 built-in treatment protocols.
• DermaLight
• TruScan Pro
• SP-Mode®
• Fiberless Core Tech™
• PrismCore™
• CrystalQ™

Products and services

• TruScan Pro Multi-wavelength pattern scanning photocoagulator for retina and glaucoma treatments. Built on PrismCore™ technology supporting up to 4 wavelengths (532nm, 577nm, 670nm, 810nm) and offering SP-Mode® microsecond laser technology, an integrated delivery system, and a Heads-Up Display for real-time treatment viewing.
• LIGHTLas 532 Green photocoagulator (532nm) for retina and glaucoma treatment. Available with SP-Mode® microsecond laser technology for tissue-sparing treatments.
• LIGHTLas 577 Yellow laser (577nm) for retinal treatment, providing effective and safe treatment for macular edema and other retinal conditions. Includes SP-Mode® technology.
• LIGHTLas 810 Infrared laser (810nm) for deeper retinal treatment and glaucoma management. Used in retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) treatment programs and transscleral cyclophotocoagulation.
• LIGHTLas YAG-V Nd:YAG photodisruption laser for capsulotomy and iridotomy procedures. Features CrystalQ™ precision pulse technology for consistent high-energy pulses with no complex electronics and no moving parts.
• LIGHTLas SLT Deux-V Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) system for glaucoma treatment. YAG/SLT combination laser offering clinical versatility for glaucoma and secondary cataract management.
• SAPPHIRE Er:YAG 2940nm dental laser for hard and soft tissue procedures. Features Fiberless Core Tech™ with 20 pre-set protocols, and supports over 40 needle-free and drill-free dental procedures including caries treatment, periimplantitis, and crown lengthening.
• DermaLight 532nm KTP aesthetic laser for dermatology. Treats vascular and pigmented lesions with solid-state precision and no disposable costs, providing immediate visible results for skin conditions including rosacea and telangiectasia.

Quantifiable outcome

• SP-Mode® reduces intraoperative pain and bleeding, contributing to improved patient comfort during treatment and better postoperative healing (SAPPHIRE Dental Laser)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Mexico National ROP ProgramflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner35+ LIGHTLas 810 lasers deployed as gold standard for Mexico's National Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Blindness Prevention Program. Dr. Marco Ramirez-Ortiz and Dr. Consuelo Zepeda lead this initiative at Hospital Infantil de Mexico, treating infants at risk for blindness.
• Global Distributor Network (150+)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLIGHTMED operates through 150+ authorized distributors across 80+ countries. These distributors are contractually required to handle personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. The company provides product training, service support, and a 2-business day repair/exchange guarantee.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lumenis (Boston Scientific): Lumenis was a leading global medical laser company (ophthalmology, aesthetic, surgical) acquired by Boston Scientific in 2022. It directly competed with LIGHTMED across ophthalmic YAG, SLT, and multi-wavelength photocoagulation platforms.
• Iridex: Iridex is a US-based ophthalmic laser company specializing in retinal photocoagulation and glaucoma laser systems. It competes head-to-head with LIGHTMED in the retina and glaucoma laser categories serving similar ophthalmologist customers.
• Quantel Medical: Quantel Medical (Lumibird Group) is a French ophthalmic laser and ultrasound manufacturer with comparable product lines in photocoagulation, YAG capsulotomy, and SLT — a direct competitor to LIGHTMED's LIGHTLas portfolio across global ophthalmology markets.
• Nidek: Nidek is a Japanese ophthalmic equipment manufacturer offering YAG/SLT combination lasers and multi-wavelength photocoagulators that overlap directly with LIGHTMED's LIGHTLas YAG-V, SLT Deux-V, and TruScan Pro platforms.
• Ellex (now NovaBay Pharmaceuticals / AbbVie-acquired): Ellex was a direct Australian-based competitor in ophthalmic YAG and SLT lasers (now partially absorbed into AbbVie/NovaBay). Competed with LIGHTMED in the SLT and YAG capsulotomy categories globally.
• Biolase: Biolase is a US-based dental laser company specializing in Er:YAG and diode systems — a direct competitor to LIGHTMED's SAPPHIRE Er:YAG dental laser across the same dental practitioner customer base.
• Convergent Dental: Convergent Dental manufactures the Solea Er:YAG dental laser, directly competing with LIGHTMED's SAPPHIRE platform in needle- and drill-free dental procedures for the same dentist customer segment.

Broad incumbents

• Carl Zeiss Meditec: Carl Zeiss Meditec is a large ophthalmic equipment incumbent offering YAG, SLT, and retina lasers as part of a broader diagnostic and surgical portfolio. Competes with LIGHTMED in ophthalmic lasers but does not specialize in the same way.
• Alcon: Alcon is the largest global ophthalmic device incumbent with a full surgical/visual care portfolio including cataract, vitreoretinal, and laser platforms. Competes with LIGHTMED in ophthalmic lasers via bundled enterprise offerings.
• Topcon Healthcare: Topcon is a broad ophthalmic and optometric equipment incumbent offering imaging, refraction, and laser products. Overlaps with LIGHTMED in ophthalmic lasers as part of a wider diagnostic and clinical portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lightmedusa
• Facebookfacebook.com/lightmedusa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/2744768

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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