SAN DIEGO, CA, March 6, 2014 – DJO Global, Inc., a global provider of medical device solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management, today announced the appointment of Brady Shirley as the new President of DJO Surgical, a division of DJO Global Finance LLC, effective immediately.
Mr. Shirley has more than 20+ years of experience in the Orthopaedic industry in a variety of roles, including most recently CEO of IMDS (Innovative Medical Device Solutions); an organization that provides comprehensive product development, manufacturing and supply chain management solutions for medical devices companies.
Prior to IMDS, Mr. Shirley held several key leadership roles, spanning 17 years at Stryker, which include the President of Stryker Communications and Senior Vice President of Stryker Endoscopy. At Stryker Communications and Stryker Endoscopy Mr. Shirley was responsible for all domestic operations and P&L for the Communications division, as well as Global product development and Sales & Marketing for Endoscopy, representing approximately $1B worldwide.
“With DJO Surgical’s current market position and growth potential; brand momentum, innovation and market leadership are our most urgent priorities”, said Mike Mogul, DJO Global’s Chief Executive Officer and President. “Brady’s strong Orthopedic background and proven track record and ability to develop and lead top performing teams, drive shareholder value and innovation will support the outstanding team we already have in place to transition DJO Surgical to the next level.”
Mr. Shirley will be at the DJO Global booth at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (“AAOS”) meeting next week in New Orleans and can be contacted at brady.shirley@djoglobal.com.
About DJO Global
DJO Global is a leading global developer, manufacturer and distributor of high-quality medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management. The Company’s products address the continuum of patient care from injury prevention to rehabilitation after surgery, injury or from degenerative disease, enabling people to regain or maintain their natural motion. Its products are used by orthopedic specialists, spine surgeons, primary care physicians, pain management specialists, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, athletic trainers and other healthcare professionals. In addition, many of the Company’s medical devices and related accessories are used by athletes and patients for injury prevention and at-home physical therapy treatment. The Company’s product lines include rigid and soft orthopedic bracing, hot and cold therapy, bone growth stimulators, vascular therapy systems and compression garments, therapeutic shoes and inserts, electrical stimulators used for pain management and physical therapy products. The Company’s surgical division offers a comprehensive suite of reconstructive joint products for the hip, knee and shoulder. DJO Global’s products are marketed under a portfolio of brands including Aircast®, Chattanooga, CMF™, Compex®, DonJoy®, Empi®, ProCare®, DJO® Surgical, Dr. Comfort®, Bell-Horn® and ExosTM. For additional information on the Company, please visit www.DJOglobal.com.
