Lighteum Medical Names Gaurav Agarwal as New CEO
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San Diego – September 07, 2026 -- Lighteum Medical has appointed Gaurav Agarwal as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 31, 2026, bringing nearly 30 years of medtech leadership to the precision component manufacturer.
Agarwal joins with a track record of over $15 billion in M&A activity and $11 billion in private equity dispositions
Agarwal most recently served as President and CEO of PE-backed Capsa Healthcare, where he delivered more than 20% revenue and EBITDA growth within 18 months, completed two tuck-in acquisitions, and expanded the company into software and services. He previously led Vyaire Medical as President and CEO, and held senior roles at Acelity/KCI, Smith & Nephew, and GE Healthcare. At Acelity/KCI, he oversaw global commercial operations during a portfolio transformation that preceded the company's $6.725 billion sale to 3M.