Stryker’s epic run of tuck-in acquisitions shows no sign of slowing down, and its largest buy last year really showed some backbone.

The orthopedic giant proclaimed its intent to acquire Virginia-based spinal device maker K2M Group Holdings for $1.4 billion last August. “This acquisition underscores our commitment to the spinal market, which is the largest segment of orthopedics with significant unmet needs,” Chairman and CEO Kevin Lobo stated to the press at the time of announcement.
 
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