SAN DIEGO, Oct. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- dj Orthopedics, Inc., (NYSE: DJO), a global medical device company specializing in rehabilitation and regeneration products for the non-operative orthopedic and spine markets, today announced that its Annual Golf Classic will be held October 24, 2005 at the Marine Memorial Golf Course, at Camp Pendleton, CA. This year,
proceeds from the dj Orthopedics Golf Classic will benefit the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. Each year, dj Orthopedics hosts its Golf Classic as a fund raising event to support non-profit organizations. The Company has raised approximately $400,000 since the inception of its Golf Classic, which has been donated to the Arthritis Foundation and the Marine Corps
Scholarship Foundation.
Established in 1962, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has awarded more than $25 million in scholarships and education bonds to over 18,000 deserving children and family members of active duty, reserve, retired, and honorably discharged former Marines. In addition, the Foundation awards up to $10,000 in educational scholarships to each child of a Marine or Navy Corpsmen lost serving in combat in the War Against Terrorism. Last year the Foundation awarded $1.8 million to over 9,600 recipients.
"For the past forty-two years we have been helping the children of our Marines attain a higher education," said Colonel Bob Tilley, USMC (Ret), Chairman of the San Diego Chapter of the Marine Corp Scholarship Foundation. "The motto of the Marine Corps is Semper Fidelis, or Always Faithful, and clearly this extends to the families of Marines as well."
"Giving back to the community is part of our culture and dj Orthopedics is proud to support the children of America's military families who have made the ultimate sacrifice," said Les Cross, President and CEO. "We have a strong history of supporting great causes and organizations ranging from national foundations such as the American Red Cross and the United Way, to many local organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs and Special Olympics. But our strongest contribution and greatest impact occurs when we sponsor an event like our Annual Golf Classic. At this event, we come together with our business partners and suppliers for a fun filled day of golf, while raising thousands of dollars for a worthy cause. On behalf of dj Orthopedics, I want to extend a warm 'thank you' to our sponsors and to everyone who has contributed to this year's event. I am also very proud of our employees who volunteer their time to make the Annual Golf Classic so successful."
Many of dj Orthopedics' suppliers have proudly and generously contributed to this worthy cause. One of the most generous supporters has been Gehring Textiles, a supplier of woven fabrics to dj Orthopedics, who for the past five years as a gold sponsor, has donated $5,000 per event.
Commenting on this year's event, Skip Gehring, President said, "Gehring Textiles is proud to be a continuing sponsor and participant in the dj Orthopedics Golf Tournament. Since the mid-1940's Gehring's Militex division has dedicated itself to cutting
edge technology in fabric design and application in support of the United States military forces. As a 100% New York State based, 'Made in the USA' corporation, we are especially proud to support the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. Enough cannot be said about the sacrifices and dedication of the United States Marine Corps and their families. Gehring / Militex is
honored to be a guest at Camp Pendleton, enjoy the day in the warm California sun and interact with the Marines, dj Orthopedics and the other dedicated and respected dj Ortho suppliers."
The dj Orthopedics Golf Classic will commence at 11:45 am on October 24, 2005. If you are interested in supporting the dj Ortho Golf Classic, or for more information, please contact John Martin, Golf Classic Chairman at 760-734-3576.
About dj Orthopedics, Inc.
dj Orthopedics is a global medical device company specializing in rehabilitation and regeneration products for the non-operative orthopedic and spine markets. Marketed under the DonJoy and ProCare brands, the Company's broad range of over 600 rehabilitation products, including rigid knee braces, soft goods and pain management products, are used in the prevention of injury, in the treatment of chronic conditions and for recovery after surgery or injury. The Company's regeneration products consist of bone growth stimulation devices that are used to treat nonunion fractures and as an adjunct therapy after spinal
fusion surgery.
The Company sells its products in the United States and in more than 40 other countries through networks of agents, distributors and its direct sales force that market its products to orthopedic and podiatric surgeons, spine surgeons, orthopedic and prosthetic centers, third-party distributors, hospitals, surgery centers, physical therapists, athletic trainers and other healthcare professionals. For additional information on the Company, please visit www.djoglobal.com
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