The Association of Medical Device Reprocessors (AMDR) is pleased to announce that Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (EES), a global leader in the development of innovative medical devices for minimally invasive and open surgical procedures, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire privately-held SterilMed, Inc. (SterilMed), a leader in the reprocessing and remanufacturing of medical devices in the United States.
“The time is right for Ethicon Endo-Surgery and SterilMed to come together, given the rapid changes occurring in the U.S. healthcare system,” said Karen Licitra, Company Group Chairman and Worldwide Franchise Chairman for Ethicon Endo-Surgery. “Together, we can continue our focus on developing innovative surgical solutions, while providing healthcare facilities a wider range of flexible product options to save money, reduce medical waste, and maintain quality care for patients.”
“This is an exciting opportunity for both our customers and our company,” said Brian Sullivan, SterilMed Chairman and CEO. “Becoming part of the Ethicon Endo-Surgery franchise, one of the largest and most respected medical device companies in the world, will have a positive impact on our business, while also expanding our product portfolio.”
SterilMed will be managed as part of the Ethicon Endo-Surgery franchise, but will continue to operate as a stand-alone company and retain the name SterilMed.
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About Ethicon Endo-Surgery
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Company, develops and markets advanced innovative medical devices for minimally invasive and open surgical procedures, focusing on procedure-enabling devices for the interventional diagnosis and treatment of conditions in general and bariatric surgery, as well as gastrointestinal health, gynecology and surgical oncology. More information can be found at www.ethiconendosurgery.com.
About AMDR
The Association of Medical Device Reprocessors represents the interests of the nation’s third-party, “single-use” medical device reprocessing industry. Over 3,000 hospitals across the country incorporate third-party reprocessing into their supply chain on a daily basis and have realized the economic and environmental benefits complimenting this strategy. For more information, please visit our website at www.amdr.org or contact us via Email, Twitter, or Facebook.