Built in the Midwest. Trusted in the OR.
For over 15 years, Midwest MedTech Group has supported surgeons, hospitals, and surgery centers with advanced orthopedic solutions, responsive local service, and relationships built case by case.
Built from 15 years of experience on the OR floor.
Midwest MedTech Group was built on the belief that orthopedic distribution should deliver more than products. Drawing on 15 years of industry experience, we partner with innovative manufacturers across hip, knee, and enabling technology to bring solutions to surgeons and Midwest healthcare facilities. From clinical education and technology onboarding to preoperative planning, inventory, logistics, and case support, we turn innovation into dependable workflows — leading with integrity, staying clinically engaged, and delivering value one relationship and one case at a time.
Years of orthopedic industry experience
Surgeon & healthcare partnerships
States of regional service & support
Clinical education sessions annually
The five pillars that define how we work.
Our values define how we prepare, how we serve, and how we represent Midwest MedTech Group in every interaction. They shape our culture internally and the experience we provide to surgeons, healthcare facilities, manufacturing partners, and patients.
Protect the Asset
Strong service begins with strong people.
At MMG, the individual is the asset. We believe caring for our health, energy, relationships, and emotional well-being is a professional responsibility. When our people are prepared, supported, and operating at their best, they can better serve their teammates, customers, and the patients whose care depends on reliable execution.
Intentional Time Architecture
Preparation creates responsiveness.
We do not allow the most important work to become an afterthought. Our team intentionally creates time for case preparation, inventory planning, clinical education, strategic thinking, and relationship-building. This discipline allows us to anticipate needs, respond calmly under pressure, and provide dependable support when it matters most.
Focused Execution
Depth creates leverage.
We believe meaningful results come from concentrating on the priorities that create the greatest clinical and operational value. Rather than trying to be everything to everyone, we invest deeply in our technologies, our partnerships, and the markets we serve. That focus produces stronger expertise, more consistent execution, and relationships built to last.
Relentless Learning
Curiosity keeps us clinically relevant.
Orthopedics, surgical technology, and healthcare delivery are constantly evolving. We approach our work with curiosity, humility, and a commitment to continued development. We translate what we learn into better preparation, more thoughtful surgeon conversations, stronger OR support, and more effective implementation of new technologies.
Ownership
We take responsibility for the entire process.
Ownership is the foundation of everything we do. We take responsibility for our accounts, relationships, inventory, preparation, decisions, and outcomes — not only the visible moments on case day. We communicate honestly, correct mistakes quickly, and represent MMG as builders invested in something larger than ourselves.
Together, these pillars create the standard for Midwest MedTech Group: protect our people, use time intentionally, execute with focus, continue learning, and take complete ownership of the work entrusted to us.
Regional coverage, local relationships.
Three states, one field team that knows every OR by name.
From first call to first case, in weeks — not quarters.
Discovery call
We learn your case volume, current vendors, and OR preferences before recommending anything.
Credentialing & consignment setup
We handle vendor credentialing paperwork and set up consignment inventory tailored to your case mix.
Case support & training
Your rep attends first cases, and we schedule hands-on technique training for your surgical team.
Ongoing partnership
Quarterly reviews, inventory optimization, and continuing education — for as long as we're your partner.
The team behind every case.
Derec Schmidgall
Founder & CEO
Leads strategy, growth, partnerships, and company vision.
Manny Torres
Territory Leader
Leads Chicago relationships, growth, and clinical execution.
Mark Harris
Territory Leader
Leads suburban relationships, growth, and clinical execution.
Lilly Vanskiver
Clinical Specialist
Supports case preparation, education, and clinical execution.
Dylan Overbeck
Clinical Specialist
Provides dependable case coverage and procedural support.
Emma Schuster
Clinical Specialist
Supports surgeons through preparation, education, and execution.
Chelsea Torres
Operations & Administration
Coordinates administration, scheduling, communication, and internal systems.
Kelly Randall
Operations & HR
Supports operations, human resources, and team development.