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About Becton, Dickinson and Company
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) is a global medical technology company that develops, manufactures, and sells a wide range of medical supplies, devices, laboratory equipment, and diagnostic products. Serving healthcare institutions, physicians, researchers, clinical laboratories, and the pharmaceutical industry, BD operates through three key segments:
BD Medical Segment
This segment focuses on medication management and patient safety solutions, including:
- Vascular Access: Peripheral IV catheters, central lines, dialysis catheters, and vascular care products.
- Medication Delivery: Needle-free IV connectors, closed-system drug transfer devices, and infusion therapy systems.
- Pharmacy Automation: Automated dispensing, inventory tracking, and compounding workflow systems.
- Prefillable Solutions: Drug delivery systems and hypodermic syringes.
BD Life Sciences Segment
This segment provides diagnostic and research tools, such as:
- Specimen Collection: Blood collection products and liquid-based cytology systems.
- Microbiology Solutions: Automated culturing, molecular testing, and rapid diagnostic assays.
- Flow Cytometry: Cell sorters, analyzers, and reagents for clinical and research applications.
BD Interventional Segment
This segment offers surgical and interventional products, including:
- Surgical Repair: Hernia and soft tissue grafts, biosurgery products.
- Infection Prevention: Solutions to reduce surgical infections.
- Urology & Critical Care: Specialized medical devices for patient care.
Founded in 1897, BD is headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, and continues to innovate in medical technology worldwide.