This collaboration merges Kent's tissue evaluation tools, SnapshotNIR and SnapshotGLO, with Marathon Medical's two decades of expertise in supporting the VA.
This partnership continues to advance our mission of improving outcomes for patients by making Kent Imaging’s technology more accessible to Veterans and the broader government healthcare community.”— Pierre Lemire, CEO
CALGARY, AB – ALBERTA, CANADA, August 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Kent Imaging Inc., a frontrunner in near-infrared tissue oxygenation and bacterial autofluorescence imaging, has revealed a fresh collaboration with Marathon Medical Corporation, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on federal healthcare distribution. With this alliance, the two entities will broaden the availability of Kent Imaging's sophisticated wound imaging solutions at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers, enabling clinicians to spot patients at risk for wound complications sooner and foster improved results for America's Veterans.
The alliance pairs Kent Imaging's bedside tissue assessment tools, SnapshotNIR and SnapshotGLO, along with any forthcoming product innovations, with Marathon Medical's over 20 years of expertise serving the VA, Department of Defense, and other federal health agencies. Established by Vietnam Veteran John St. Leger, Marathon Medical has constructed its enterprise around assisting the federal healthcare system that cares for those who have served the nation.
Persistent wounds and lower limb issues continue to pose a substantial health challenge among the Veteran community, especially in patients dealing with diabetes and peripheral arterial disease (PAD). By equipping clinicians with objective data on tissue oxygenation and bacterial load right at the bedside, Kent Imaging’s tools aid in supporting earlier clinical judgments to enhance healing results and lower the rate of preventable amputations.
“This partnership continues to advance our mission of improving outcomes for patients by making Kent Imaging’s technology more accessible to Veterans and the broader government healthcare community,” said Pierre Lemire, CEO of Kent Imaging. “We are proud to work with Marathon Medical to bring innovative imaging solutions to the clinicians who care for patients in need.”
“Echoing that commitment, this partnership gives us an opportunity to put that mission into action by expanding access to advanced wound imaging where it can make a meaningful difference in patient care,” adds Chris Tiemann, Vice President of Sales, Kent Imaging.
As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Marathon Medical is committed to delivering top-tier medical supplies and professional, tailored service across the federal healthcare network. The organization collaborates closely with VA hospitals, military treatment facilities, and other government bodies to ensure providers receive prompt access to cutting-edge medical technologies.
"At Marathon Medical, our mission has always been to serve those who served. We are pleased to have Kent Imaging’s Snapshot suite as part of that mission," said Jon Landis, Chief Commercialization Officer, Marathon Medical.
This alliance highlights both companies' dedication to progressing Veteran Healthcare through innovation, while also deepening the connection between medical technology firms and veteran-owned enterprises focused on serving the federal healthcare landscape.
About Kent Imaging
Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Kent Imaging stands as a leading pioneer in advanced imaging technology. The company designs, produces, and sells medical devices that facilitate real-time decision-making in wound care, vascular, and surgical fields. Leveraging patented technologies, Kent continues to provide transformative solutions that support healthcare systems globally.
The Snapshot product lineup now features two robust imaging devices: SnapshotNIR, a near-infrared tissue oxygenation imaging device originally cleared by the FDA and Health Canada in 2017 and CE-marked in 2025; and SnapshotGLO, a bacterial autofluorescence imaging device that earned FDA 510(k) clearance in 2025. SnapshotNIR is backed by clinical research showing its effectiveness in improving clinical decision-making, while SnapshotGLO delivers immediate insight into the presence and spread of wound bioburden. Collectively, the Snapshot product family boosts clinicians' capacity to detect, direct, and protect—encouraging consistent treatment approaches, supporting streamlined workflows, and contributing to superior patient care around the globe.
SnapshotGLO® is a registered trademark of Kent Imaging Inc.
SnapshotNIR® is a registered trademark of Kent Imaging Inc.
About Marathon Medical
Established in 2002, Marathon Medical Corporation is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Aurora, Colorado. The company focuses on distributing medical products to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, and other federal healthcare agencies, driven by a mission to deliver excellence in the healthcare supply chain through professional, individualized service.
Leah Pavlick
Kent Imaging Inc.
leah@kentimaging.com
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