Scalpels, Forceps, Scissors in Washington

MicroSurgical Technology (MST) is a U.S.-based manufacturer of precision ophthalmic surgical instruments, founded in 1976 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington. Operating as a subsidiary of Halma plc, MST specializes in surgeon-designed instruments for ophthalmic procedures including cataract surgery, glaucoma management, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). The company's product portfolio encompasses pupil expansion devices (Malyugin Ring), micro instrumentation, capsular support systems, irrigation and aspiration instruments (InterTip), diamond and metal surgical blades, handheld forceps and scissors, glaucoma devices (Trabectome®, TrabEx™), and surgical gonio visualization systems. MST partners with leading surgeon-designers to develop clinically advanced solutions that enhance surgical outcomes. The company also distributes premium surgical instruments from partner manufacturers including Duckworth & Kent and MANI ophthalmic knives, and recently introduced the Arc Duo guided incision system. With approximately 259 employees and $41 million in annual revenue, MST serves the global ophthalmic surgery market through direct sales channels and provides comprehensive educational resources and training programs.

Surgical Principals, Inc. (SPI) is a Tacoma, Washington-based surgical products distributor and strategic partner to hospitals, specializing in General, Gynecological, and Urological surgical solutions. SPI employs trained product consultants who engage directly with operating rooms and Sterile Processing Departments to identify clinical and financial optimization opportunities. The company emphasizes cost reduction without compromising clinical outcomes, offering dedicated consulting services, on-site engagement, staff training with CEU credits, and competitive pricing analysis. SPI distributes premium surgical instruments and retraction systems, including Mediflex® retractors (Bookler® and Mini-Bookler® systems), LaproShear™ laparoscopic scissors, LaproGlide™ PTFE electrodes, Ripstop Nylon retrieval bags, and DynaTrac™ retractor systems. Products are engineered for affordability, reusability, and clinical effectiveness, delivering significant cost savings—LaproShear offers ~70% savings versus disposable alternatives, and LaproGlide offers ~50% savings—while maintaining compatibility across hospital infrastructure.