Offering breakthrough medical innovations for more than 30 years; One of the world's largest medical device companies dedicated to less-invasive medicine; Delivering products and therapies that help ensure superior clinical outcomes for patients; More than 25,000 employees worldwide; 14 manufacturing facilities worldwide; Portfolio of more than 13,000 products; Invested $1 Billion in Research and Development in 2010; More than 15,000 patents issued worldwide. (MEDEC Mbr)