DePuy, Inc.

DePuy is the oldest manufacturer of orthopaedic implants in the United States. The company was founded in 1895 when Revra DePuy, a salesman, revolutionized the fracture management industry by introducing fiber splints to replace the makeshift wooden splints then in use for stabilizing fractures.

DePuy, Inc. consists of the following operating companies:

• Codman: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc., provides for the surgical treatment of central nervous system disorders through a wide range of products such as hydrocephalic shunt valve systems, neuro endoscopes and spinal fixation implants. The company also represents a premier line of surgical instruments for all specialties in the OR.
  

• DePuy ACE: DePuy ACE is a world leader in specialty orthopaedic trauma products.
  

• DePuy Spine: DePuy Spine, Inc., develops, manufactures and markets implants and technologies for the treatment of cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral spinal pathologies.
  

• DePuy Casting: DePuy Casting manufactures and distributes a complete line of fracture management products.
  

• DePuy International: DePuy International represents the products and culture of DePuy in all markets outside the North American continent.
  

• DePuy Orthopaedics: DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of orthopaedic devices and supplies including hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, wrist, elbow, finger replacements, Orthobiologics, and operating room products.