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The Vertical Group is a venture capital firm that invests in the medical technology and biotechnology sectors. Its principals have over 40 years of experience as founders, investors, and executives in successful medtech companies. The firm was established in 1988 as the successor to the venture capital division of F. Eberstadt & Co. The Vertical Group is dedicated to funding innovation within the healthcare industry, particularly in medtech and biotech. They are based in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, with an additional office in San Mateo, California.
Investment focus
Investment style
Specialist
Data last enriched
Aug 14, 2026
Investing team
- Richard B. EmmittGeneral Partner
- John E. RunnellsGeneral Partner
- Jack W. LasersohnGeneral Partner
- Tony M. ChouGeneral Partner
Notable investments
Outset Medical, Silk Road Medical, Omada Health, ViaCyte, OncoMed Pharmaceuticals, Tornier, ProteinSimple, Galil Medical, Monteris Medical, Tepha, Inc.