Innovative Medical Technology Solutions for Better Health

Ethicon, Inc., a global medical device company, has been a leader in surgical sutures (stitches) for more than 50 years. We have six business units that operate separately under the Ethicon, Inc. umbrella and share the synergy of being not only part of Ethicon, Inc., but of Johnson & Johnson, the world's most comprehensive and broadly based manufacturer of healthcare products:

Acclarent, Inc., a business unit of Ethicon, Inc., is a medical device company located in Menlo Park, CA. Its singular focus is improving patient care in all areas of otolaryngology by designing, developing and commercializing medical devices that address conditions affecting the ear, nose and throat (ENT). Acclarent is demonstrating this by developing innovative technologies and investing in clinical studies and physician training.

Ethicon^® BIOPATCH^® Products is focused on providing products for use in the area of infection prevention. BIOPATCH^® Protective Disk with CHG is the only device of its kind with an FDA cleared indication to reduce local infections, catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI), and skin colonization of microorganisms commonly related to CRBSI, in patients with central venous or arterial catheters.

Ethicon Biosurgery,  with nearly 50 years of proven experience in hemostasis, continues its dedication with cutting edge technologies that are supported by evidence.  The division is commited to advancing the future of biosurgery.  Ethicon Biosurgery offers the world’s most complete line of absorbable hemostats, including proprietary oxidized regenerated cellulose hemostats, absorbable gelatin powder and sponges, a hemostatic matrix, topical human thrombin, and human fibrin sealant. 

Ethicon Products manufactures and sells products for wound closure and Hernia Repair. Ethicon Products is the worldwide leader in suture products and suture technology, and is one of the most recognizable and well-respected brand names in the hospital environment. The division has a long history of innovation in providing products—including sutures, topical adhesives, surgical meshes, and wound drains—that enhance patient care.

Ethicon Gynecareis dedicated to providing innovative, minimally invasive treatments for common urologic and women's health conditions. The division offers solutions for female stress urinary incontinence; pelvic floor repair; post surgical adhesions; heavy periods (menorrhagia); and benign uterine conditions, such as fibroids and polyps.

Mentor Worldwide LLC, is the leader in the global aesthetic and reconstructive surgery marketplace and is dedicated to developing, manufacturing and marketing science-based products for surgical and non-surgical medical procedures. These procedures allow patients to retain a more youthful appearance and improve the quality of their lives.