"I am excited to be joining Zimmer and to have the opportunity to focus on maximizing the potential in the outstanding stable of Zimmer global businesses," said Mr. Throdahl. "In my more than 30 years in the medical device industry, I've had a chance to experience how well regarded Zimmer is for its products and people. I'm looking forward now to helping build on that reputation by driving growth in the areas outside of reconstructive orthopaedic implants."
About the Company
Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, Zimmer is a worldwide leader in designing, developing, manufacturing and marketing orthopaedic reconstructive, spinal and trauma devices, dental implants, and related orthopaedic surgical products. Zimmer has operations in more than 25 countries around the world and sells products in more than 100 countries. Zimmer's 2007 sales were approximately $3.9 billion. The Company is supported by the efforts of more than 7,500 employees worldwide.
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