Welltower (NYSE:WELL) (NYSE: WELL) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership and management of healthcare infrastructure. The company primarily invests in senior housing, post-acute care facilities, outpatient medical properties and other health-related real estate assets. Through long-term net lease and joint venture structures, Welltower partners with leading care providers to develop, own and operate purpose-built communities designed to meet the evolving needs of aging populations.
Welltower’s portfolio encompasses a diversified mix of seniors housing types, including independent living, assisted living and memory care, alongside skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers. In recent years, the company has expanded its focus on medical office buildings, outpatient surgery centers and specialty clinics, aligning with broader industry trends toward value-based care and hospital-at-home models. Welltower’s asset-light strategy leverages operational expertise from its care partners while maintaining a disciplined approach to capital allocation and property acquisition.
Established in 1970 and rebranded as Welltower in 2015, the company has grown through a combination of mergers, strategic dispositions and targeted investments. Today, its assets span the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, making it one of the largest global healthcare REITs by market presence. Welltower seeks to capitalize on demographic shifts, rising longevity and the increasing demand for purpose-built senior living and outpatient services, while maintaining strong sponsor relationships and a robust pipeline of development opportunities.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Shankh Mitra, Welltower continues to refine its operating model and strengthen its balance sheet through portfolio optimization and selective capital recycling. Its executive team brings extensive experience in real estate finance, property development and healthcare operations. With a focus on innovation and sustainable growth, Welltower aims to deliver long-term value by addressing the critical need for high-quality, accessible care environments across its target geographies.
