Top 15 Best MedTech Companies to Work For in 2026, Per Forbes

Medtech companies sit at the intersection of healthcare delivery, diagnostics and device innovation. The sector includes manufacturers of medical equipment and supplies as well as related areas such as electromedical instruments, diagnostic technologies and healthcare distribution services.

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projections show employment in medical equipment and supplies manufacturing increasing from about 329,700 workers to roughly 345,500 over the next decade. 

Forbes and Statista’s latest rankings on the “America’s Best Large Employers 2026” list, highlight the top medtech companies to work for, based on survey responses from employees across large US employers. The list includes device makers, diagnostics companies and healthcare service providers involved in delivering medical technologies and clinical support.

Boston Scientific (Rank 19)

Boston Scientific develops medical devices used in cardiovascular, endoscopy, urology and neuromodulation procedures. The company’s Farapoint pulsed field ablation catheter is FDA-approved to treat atrial fibrillation. The catheter can create both focal and linear lesions within a single device designed for cardiac ablation procedures.

IDEXX Laboratories (Rank 49)

IDEXX Laboratories develops diagnostic instruments, tests and software used in veterinary medicine and water quality testing. Last year, IDEXX expanded placements of its inVue Dx diagnostic analyzer, installing more than 1,900 instruments installed during the fourth quarter. The analyzer is designed to help veterinary clinics run diagnostic tests directly in the clinic, supporting faster results for companion animal care.

Medtronic (Rank 197)

Medtronic develops medical technologies used in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, diabetes management and surgical procedures. Medtronic’s portfolio features the recently FDA-cleared Hugo robotic-assisted surgery system and began a pivotal US clinical trial for its Sphere-360 pulsed field ablation technology. Pulsed field ablation uses electrical energy rather than heat to treat abnormal heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation.

Cardinal Health (Rank 217)

Cardinal Health distributes pharmaceuticals and medical products and provides supply chain services to hospitals, pharmacies and healthcare providers. In 2026, the company introduced the ContinuCare Pathway program to help pharmacies and patients manage access to diabetes supplies. The program is designed to coordinate ordering, fulfillment and patient support for diabetes care products.

Intuitive Surgical (Rank 235)

Intuitive develops robotic-assisted surgical systems used in minimally invasive procedures. The company’s da Vinci platform is used across specialties, including urology, gynecology and general surgery. Intuitive also expanded its European operations after acquiring distribution businesses supporting da Vinci and Ion robotic systems across several markets in Europe.

Teladoc Health (Rank 256)

Teladoc Health provides virtual healthcare services that connect patients with clinicians for remote medical consultations and care management. The company recently expanded its 24/7 Care service to address a broader range of non-emergency health needs during virtual visits. The update allows providers to consult specialists during visits and review prescription coverage in real time when guiding treatment decisions.

Stryker (Rank 268)

Stryker develops medical technologies used in orthopedics, surgical equipment and hospital care. In 2026, the company announced a limited market release of Mako RPS, a handheld robotic system designed to assist surgeons during total knee replacement procedures. The system combines robotic guidance with a surgeon-controlled power tool that helps align bone cuts with a pre-operative surgical plan.

Labcorp Holdings (Rank 321)

Labcorp provides laboratory testing services used in clinical diagnostics, drug development and precision medicine. In 2026, the company expanded its collaboration with PathAI to deploy the FDA-cleared AISight Dx digital pathology platform across its anatomic pathology laboratories. The platform allows pathologists to review slides digitally and apply AI-enabled image analysis to support diagnostic workflows.

Agilent Technologies (Rank 341)

Agilent Technologies develops analytical instruments, diagnostics and laboratory technologies used in research and clinical testing. In 2026, the FDA approved the PD-L1 IHC 22C3 pharmDx companion diagnostic to help identify patients with ovarian and related cancers who may benefit from pembrolizumab therapy. The test measures PD-L1 expression in tumor samples to support treatment selection.

National Vision (Rank 358)

National Vision provides optical retail services including eye exams, prescription eyewear and vision care products through brands such as America’s Best and Eyeglass World. The company operates retail locations across the US that provide vision exams and optical services. In 2026, National Vision was named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies, four years in a row,  and was also recognized by Forbes as a triple honoree across its 2026 Dream Employers, Best Companies and Best Large Employers rankings.

Dexcom (Rank 408)

Dexcom develops continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems used to track blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. In 2026, the company added Google’s Rick Osterloh, the Senior Vice President of Platforms and Devices, to its board of directors. Dexcom also expanded its Stelo app with AI-enabled features, including enhanced smart meal logging and personalized daily insights that help users understand how nutrition and lifestyle patterns affect glucose levels.

McKesson (Rank 514)

McKesson provides pharmaceutical distribution, medical supplies and healthcare technology services to pharmacies, hospitals and healthcare providers. In 2025, the company worked with Walmart and USAntibiotics to support the distribution of domestically manufactured amoxicillin across the US. The collaboration helps supply pharmacies and health systems with antibiotics produced at a manufacturing facility in Tennessee.

Abbott Laboratories (Rank 530)

Abbott develops medical devices, diagnostics and digital health technologies used in cardiovascular care, diabetes management and laboratory testing. In 2026, the FDA approved Abbott’s CardioMEMS HERO device, a next-gen monitoring reader that allows clinicians to remotely monitor pulmonary artery pressure in people living with heart failure. The company also reported early clinical data for its investigational Amulet 360 left atrial appendage occluder, which achieved complete closure in 93.9% of atrial fibrillation patients in the VERITAS study at 45 days.

Patterson Companies (Rank 531)

Patterson Companies supplies equipment, products and services to dental practices and animal health providers. In 2025, the company completed its acquisition by healthcare investment firm Patient Square Capital in a transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. After the acquisition, Robert Rajalingam was appointed CEO. He previously led Cardinal Health’s US Medical Products and Distribution business.

Siemens Healthineers (Rank 538)

Siemens Healthineers develops medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics and cancer care technologies used in hospitals and research centers. In 2025, the company invested $150 million to expand manufacturing and supply chain facilities in the US, including moving some radiotherapy equipment production to California. It also opened a 60,000-square-foot Experience Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, where clinicians can train with imaging, diagnostics and advanced therapy technologies.

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