About Us

About

A Commitment You Can See in Every Repair

Our vision is to be an invaluable service to the midwest medical industry and a true partner to our customers.

Founded in 1939, Bramstedt Surgical is one of the original, and now longest running surgical instrument repair companies in the United States. Built on a foundation of precision and German craftsmanship, we have over 85 year history of medical device repair experience, technical mastery, and industry leadership.

Building on our history of technical excellence, we strive to be the foremost value-add medical device repair company in the industry. Our technical excellence, broad capabilities, and comprehensive support platform make us an invaluable partner to the hospitals, surgery centers and clinics we partner with. By delivering quality, consistency and support our repair programs drive down repair costs, improve operational efficiency, and support the highest standards of patient care.

“We can fix everything but a broken heart!” – Clark Saucier, Owner & VP of Technical Operations

Value Is Not an Add-On. It’s Our Standard.

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We Value Your Time.

  • Single source for instrument, endoscope, and power equipment repair
  • Fast, predictable and responsive service eliminates managerial oversight
  • Logistics and scheduling are handled by Bramstedt support staff
  • Dedicated service reps and customers provide easy visibility to repair status
  • High quality repairs and capabilities minimize operational issues in the O.R. & SPD
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We Value Your Budget.

  • Expert repairs and preventative maintenance that extend the life of your surgical assets
  • Extensive capabilities lower “beyond repair” rates to maximize instrument recovery
  • Support for “End of Life” equipment reduces unnecessary capital replacement
  • Training & resources help staff identify damage early and avoid repeat repairs
  • Cost-effective alternative to OEM repair or replacement
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We Value YOU.

  • A service focused partner who knows your facility, your team and your priorities
  • Driven to establish long-term relationship built on trust and accountability
  • Experienced technical experts and support staff who know your operation
  • Strong communication and repair tracking through our client portal and 1 on 1 updates
  • As a privately owned family business, we offer personalized attention others can’t match
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Trusted By Those Who Expect More

“Bramstedt Surgical has been excellent to work with. We are now realizing significant cost savings as we cycle our trays through for a second time. I highly recommend Bramstedt Surgical for instrument maintenance and repairs.”

PATRICK J., ADMINISTRATOR/CEO, RN, BSN, CNOR
SURGERY CENTER – BURNSVILLE, MN

“Everyone we have dealt with has always been courteous, professional and flexible. When items are sent to you, we have never had any issue with how or when they are returned back to us.”

LINDA M., SUPERVISOR STERILE PROCESSING
SURGERY CENTER - MAPLE GROVE, MN

"Bramstedt does a fantastic job. They have the BEST customer service. They are dependable, timely, and always do quality work at a cost-effective price. They are personable, and honest. They can’t be beat!”

TAMMY H., PURCHASING SPECIALIST
ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY PRACTICE – EAGAN, MN

“Very friendly staff that are easy to work with when wanting to set up a pick-up or special modified instrument requests.  They are always willing to go above and beyond to help us with our needs.”

KRISTA S., STERILE PROCESSING LEAD
ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY PRACTICE – VADNAIS HEIGHTS, MN

“I have worked with several other sharpening and repair companies; Bramstedt has the best customer service by far.  Since we have been using Bramstedt, I have not gotten a single complaint about a repair from the OR.  You guys really do a fantastic job.”

ADAM A., SURGICAL SERVICE SUPERVISOR, CRCST
HOSPITAL – ST. LOUIS PARK, MN

News & Resources

Cost Control & Operational Efficiency

Preventative Maintenance vs Reactive Repairs: Which Saves More?

PART 1 IN A SERIES ON THE HIGH COST OF LOW QUALITY Many healthcare facilities approach instrument repair reactively. An instrument breaks, becomes dull, or fails inspection—then it gets sent out for repair. While this approach may seem cost effective initially, reactive-only repair strategies often create higher long-term expenses, operational instability, and avoidable OR disruptions.…
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The Hidden Operational Cost of Poor Instrument Repairs

PART 2 IN A SERIES ON THE HIGH COST OF LOW QUALITY Not all surgical instrument repairs are equal. In today’s healthcare environment, repair vendors are often evaluated primarily on price. But while low-cost repairs may appear attractive on paper, poor repair quality frequently creates operational problems that ripple throughout SPD and the OR. The…
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Why Cheap Surgical Instruments Cost More Over Time

PART 3 IN A SERIES ON THE HIGH COST OF LOW QUALITY Healthcare facilities are under constant pressure to reduce spending. As budgets tighten and supply costs rise, many hospitals and surgery centers are turning toward lower-cost surgical instruments in an effort to control expenses. At first glance, the decision makes sense. A lower purchase…
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