The Vertical Group

The Vertical Group is a venture capital firm focused exclusively on medical technology and biotechnology. Founded in 1988 as the successor to the venture capital division of F. Eberstadt & Co., the firm has operated independently for over 35 years. Its principals have served as founders, early-stage investors, major shareholders, and executives across many of the medtech industry's most successful companies. The firm participates in early-stage angel financings as well as early and later-stage venture capital financings, with investment sizes ranging from $250,000 to $5,000,000 in VC transactions. It also engages in buyouts, corporate spin-offs, and public company investments at larger check sizes. The Vertical Group takes active governance roles, with partners serving on portfolio company boards. The firm maintains its primary office in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, and a secondary office in San Mateo, California.