Welcome to WestMed Associates.
Where Innovation Meets Spinal Care, Pain Management and more.
WestMed Associates proudly serves Southern California as a trusted provider of Spine, Orthobiologic, Neurosurgical, Pain Management, and Orthopaedic surgical products. We partner closely with surgeons, hospitals, and surgical teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance patient outcomes. Our team combines deep product expertise with hands-on procedural knowledge to ensure seamless support in the operating room. Committed to excellence, we prioritize reliability, responsiveness, and collaboration to deliver exceptional service and improve the quality of care for every patient.
WestMed Associates was founded in May 2025 with the goal of delivering cutting edge technology with best in class service to our surgeon partners, surgery centers and hospitals. Donald and Darren pride themselves on their diehard work ethic and making work fun in a fast pace and high energy industry.
Donald Ticknor
Principal , Co-Owner
Donald Ticknor was born and raised in Iowa and earned his degree in Biochemistry from the University of Northern Iowa. Shortly after graduating, he began his career with Stryker as an On-Site Specialist in Houston, Texas, where he gained invaluable experience supporting surgical teams in the operating room.
Darren Field
Co-Owner Partner
Darren Field is a seasoned spine sales professional with over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry. He earned his B.A. in Criminal Justice from UC Irvine and began his career in spine in 2005 with NuVasive, where he spent five years developing a strong foundation in the surgical spine space.