Wright Medical

Wright Medical was a global orthopedic medical device company founded in 1950 in Memphis, Tennessee. It specialized in the design, manufacture, and marketing of reconstructive joint devices, extremity implants, and biologics products. Headquartered in Arlington, Tennessee, the company employed around 1,000 people and was publicly listed on Nasdaq under the symbol WMGI until its acquisition by Stryker in 2020. The company focused on extremities and biologics, offering a wide range of surgical solutions. This included implants and devices for upper extremities such as shoulders and elbows, as well as lower extremities like foot and ankle devices. Wright Medical held a significant market share in the U.S. for these products and was known for innovations like the Swanson Finger implant. Additionally, it provided large joint implants for hip and knee reconstruction and developed synthetic and tissue-based bone graft substitutes. Wright Medical utilized advanced product lifecycle management tools for product development and compliance throughout its operations.