Medtronic, founded in 1949, is the world leader in medical technology, providing lifelong solutions for people with chronic disease. The technology company’s products, therapies and services are used to treat conditions such as heart disease, neurological disorders and vascular illnesses and enhance or extend the lives of millions of people. The group’s key businesses include: Cardiac Rhythm Management; Neurological, Spinal, and ENT Surgery; Cardiac Surgery; and Vascular.