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Episode Synopsis
In this StrykerTalks episode, Andy Pierce, Group President of MedSurg and Neurotechnology at Stryker, shares his insights on the company’s commitment to innovation, growth, and patient-centered care.
Pierce reflects on his 29-year journey with Stryker, highlighting the high-performance culture shaped by entrepreneurial spirit, growth targets, and strategic acquisitions. He discusses how Stryker’s decentralized structure supports quick, localized decision-making while fostering collaboration across its business units.
The conversation also explores the company's M&A strategy, focusing on acquisitions that bring de-risked, high-impact technologies that align with Stryker’s long-term goals. Pierce provides an inside look at Stryker's engagement with the soft tissue robotics space, its approach to balancing internal and external innovation, and the proactive steps Stryker takes to address healthcare staffing shortages with technology.
Thank you to Vantedge Medical for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about how Vantedge Medical works with medical device companies, visit www.vantedgemedical.com
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