Smith & Nephew GmbH

Smith & Nephew GmbH is a global medical technology manufacturer specializing in joint reconstruction, sports medicine, robotic surgery, and advanced wound management solutions. The company develops and produces advanced orthopaedic hip and knee implants, trauma fixation systems, and hand-held surgical robotics like the CORI system for precision procedures. In sports medicine, Smith & Nephew provides minimally invasive arthroscopic surgical instruments, soft tissue repair implants, and radiofrequency electrosurgical systems for shoulder, knee, and hip repairs. Its advanced wound care management division offers negative pressure wound therapy systems, silicone foam dressings, and antimicrobial wound contact layers for acute and chronic wound healing. Serving hospitals, surgical centers, and healthcare professionals worldwide, the business also supports ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgical procedures. Headquartered globally in the UK with major regional headquarters in Hamburg, Germany, the corporation operates across more than 100 countries with a workforce exceeding 18,000 employees. Through its dedicated S+N Academy, the organization delivers comprehensive medical education, surgeon training workshops, and clinical e-learning modules to support healthcare providers globally.