surgeon consultants

The development of orthopaedic implants and surgical techniques, which have helped millions of people relieve their pain and restore their mobility, would not have been possible without the contributions of orthopaedic surgeons. Not only do they perform life-changing procedures, they help us develop and design new products, conduct scientific and clinical research and provide education and training to help others in the orthopaedic community deliver the best care possible to patients all over the world.

Since its inception, DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. has worked with key thought leaders to develop innovative products such as the P.F.C.® Sigma™ Knee, the leading knee replacement system that has been implanted in nearly two million patients all over the world. Leading surgeons also contributed to the design of other key products, including DePuy Orthopaedics' exclusive P.F.C.® Sigma™ and LCS® Rotating Platform Knees, the AML® and Summit® Hip Systems and the Pinnacle® Acetabular Cup System.

We also work with surgeons to develop educational and training materials so that our products are used safely and appropriately.

DePuy Orthopaedics compensates surgeons based on the nature and extent of the work they do with us. Most surgeons work with us in an educational capacity for which they are entitled to compensation for their time and expertise. Others are directly involved in the product development process for which they are entitled to royalty payments for the innovations they bring to the design of implants and associated surgical instruments. This is a typical arrangement for inventors and designers in many industries.

With the growing number of people seeking hip and knee replacement, DePuy Orthopaedics will continue to rely on the expertise and insights of orthopaedic surgeons to help orthopaedic patients around the world NEVER STOP MOVING ™.