DW Healthcare Partners

General contacts

Investor type

VC / PE

Founded

2002

AUM

$1 300 M

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Late Stage (Series C+) Series B Series A

Region of investment

Europe North America

Investor profile last updated: 27 August, 2026

Profile

DW Healthcare Partners is a private equity healthcare investor founded in 2002. With over 150 years of combined experience, the firm has completed 46 investments and manages six funds with over $2.7 billion in assets under management. Their unique approach emphasizes a true partnership model with portfolio business owners, focusing on respect and shared goals to accelerate growth and build shareholder value.

The firm invests primarily in the healthcare sector, with a focus on growth through both organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions. They prefer to purchase controlling interests in transactions but are also capable of investing in minority stakes. DW Healthcare Partners demonstrates flexibility in structuring transactions and caters to the goals of owners post-closing.

Notable investments include LKC Technologies - visual electrophysiology leader, and others that reflect their commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes. Their portfolio showcases a diverse range of companies within the healthcare industry, highlighting their expertise and focus on growth.

Industry

HealthTech Life Sciences Medical Devices Healthcare Services Biotechnology Pharmaceuticals

DW Healthcare Partners Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
DW Healthcare Partners Fund V	Private Equity (PE)	Healthcare Services HealthTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$610 M	August 2022
DW Healthcare Partners Founders Fund	Private Equity (PE)	Healthcare Services HealthTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$210 M	March 2023
DW Healthcare Partners Fund IV, L.P.	Private Equity (PE)	Healthcare Services HealthTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$295 M	March 2017

Contacts

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Irvin Choo Vice President

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Cameron McDavid Vice President, Private Equity

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FAQs about DW Healthcare Partners

Is DW Healthcare Partners a venture capital or private equity firm?

DW Healthcare Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Seed, Late Stage (Series C+), Series B and Series A, writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is DW Healthcare Partners located?

DW Healthcare Partners is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

When was DW Healthcare Partners founded?

DW Healthcare Partners was founded in 2002.

What sectors and industries does DW Healthcare Partners invest in?

DW Healthcare Partners invests in companies and startups in HealthTech, Life Sciences, Medical Devices, Healthcare Services, Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals.

What is DW Healthcare Partners geographical focus of investments?

DW Healthcare Partners invests in companies and startups in Europe, North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does DW Healthcare Partners typically invest in?

DW Healthcare Partners invests in companies and startups at Seed, Late Stage (Series C+), Series B, Series A.

What is the usual amount of DW Healthcare Partners investment?

DW Healthcare Partners usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for DW Healthcare Partners?

DW Healthcare Partners has around $1 300m assets under management.

When was DW Healthcare Partners last fund created?

DW Healthcare Partners last fund was created/launched in 2023-03-27

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