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Our Mission

Journey to pursue successful patient outcomes (innovatively) around the world!

With designs driven by surgeon input, Thompson creates low-profile retractor retractors that provide uncompromised exposure for a variety of specialties. Thompson’s table-mounted design allows for strength and stability, independent retraction, and the ability to always duplicate your set up. Through annual surveys, we have found that the Thompson Retractor allows for reduction in procedure times, overall cost savings, and better patient outcomes*(* Source: Thompson Surgical Instruments Internal Survey, 2020). Thompson Surgical Instruments is a leader in our field for quality, innovation, and customer service. We strive to maintain this position and continue our “Relentless Pursuit of Perfection”.

* Source: Thompson Surgical Instruments Internal Survey, 2020

What Sets Thompson Apart From the Rest

We Design and Make it We Design and Make it

We Design and Make it

Thompson creates, designs, and brings your retractors to life in Michigan, USA. 100% USA made!

We Service it We Service it

We Service it

Need a hand with your new retractor? Reach out to Thompson via direct line, email, or Live Chat for a live member of our team to assist you directly!

We Sell it We Sell it

We Sell it

Work directly with us! Thompson is the sole manufacturer and distributor of the Thompson Retractor.

We Back it We Back it

We Back it

With regular service, maintenance, and proper care, your Thompson Retractor has a lifetime of 10 years*! (* Refer to IFU for details and exceptions). We guarantee the life of your retractor retractor through our Service & Warranty Program.

We Design and Make it

Thompson creates, designs, and brings your retractors to life in Michigan, USA. 100% USA made!

We Service it

Need a hand with your new retractor? Reach out to Thompson via direct line, email, or Live Chat for a live member of our team to assist you directly!

We Sell it

Work directly with us! Thompson is the sole manufacturer and distributor of the Thompson Retractor.

We Back it

With regular service, maintenance, and proper care, your Thompson Retractor has a lifetime of 10 years*! (* Refer to IFU for details and exceptions). We guarantee the life of your retractor retractor through our Service & Warranty Program.

Our History

  • 1965

    In 1965, a patent is awarded

    Richard C. Thompson, MD was awarded a patent for a table-mounted retractor . He began manufacturing the retractor in his garage and sold it to surgeons in California.

  • 1972

    In 1972 Dr. Farley establishes a rough prototype

    Albert W. Farley, MD began using a rough prototype of a table-mounted retractor to improve exposure in carotid artery surgery and anterior cervical spine surgery. He discussed his ideas extensively with his son, Dan Farley, who studied Industrial Design.

  • 1980

    In 1980 Dr. Farley's son brought new ideas for manufacturing and distribution

    With the help of Dr. Farley’s discussions, Dan developed a new prototype that Dr. Farley began using. Dan approached Dr. Thompson with his prototype. Dr. Thompson was very impressed and suggested Dan buy his company and use it as a stepping stone to develop and market his retractor .

  • 1983

    In 1983 Dan Farley acquires Dr. Thompson's company

    Dr. Thompson sold his company to Dan, and Thompson Surgical Instruments was created on April 1, 1983!

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

We believe that being a responsible corporate citizen means giving back to the community. At least 10 percent of our profits are donated to charitable organizations all over the United States. We support organizations such as:

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