10-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-K

[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017

OR

[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Commission file number: 000-09165

STRYKER CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Michigan		38-1239739
(State of incorporation)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
2825 Airview Boulevard  Kalamazoo, Michigan		49002
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)
	(269) 385-2600
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Common Stock, $.10 par value		New York Stock Exchange
(Title of each class)		(Name of each exchange on which registered)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.    YES [X]    NO [ ]

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Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. [ ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer," "smaller reporting company," and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer	[X]		Accelerated filer	[ ]
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			Emerging growth company	[ ]

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Based on the closing sales price of June 30, 2017, the aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant was approximately $48,322,392,325. There were 374,642,060 shares outstanding of the registrant’s common stock, $.10 par value, on January 31, 2018.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Portions of the proxy statement to be filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission relating to the 2018 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the 2018 proxy statement) are incorporated by reference into Part III.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I
Item 1.	Business	1
Item 1A.	Risk Factors	3
Item 1B.	Unresolved Staff Comments	6
Item 2.	Properties	6
Item 3.	Legal Proceedings	6
Item 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures	6
PART II
Item 5.	Market for the Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities	6
Item 6.	Selected Financial Data	7
Item 7.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	8
Item 7A.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk	15
Item 8.	Financial Statements and Supplementary Data	16
	Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm	16
	Consolidated Statements of Earnings	17
	Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income	17
	Consolidated Balance Sheets	18
	Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity	19
	Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows	20
	Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements	21
Item 9.	Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure	31
Item 9A.	Controls and Procedures	31
Item 9B.	Other Information	33
PART III
Item 10.	Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance	33
Item 11.	Executive Compensation	33
Item 12.	Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters	33
Item 13.	Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence	33
Item 14.	Principal Accounting Fees and Services	33
PART IV
Item 15.	Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules	34
Item 16.	Form 10-K Summary	37

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PART I

ITEM 1. BUSINESS.

Stryker Corporation (Stryker or the Company) is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.

Our core values guide our behaviors and actions and are fundamental to how we execute our mission.

Stryker was incorporated in Michigan in 1946 as the successor company to a business founded in 1941 by Dr. Homer H. Stryker, a prominent orthopaedic surgeon and the inventor of several medical products. Our products are sold in over 85 countries through company-owned subsidiaries and branches, as well as third-party dealers and distributors, and include implants used in joint replacement and trauma surgeries; surgical equipment and surgical navigation systems; endoscopic and communications systems; patient handling, emergency medical equipment and intensive care disposable products; neurosurgical, neurovascular and spinal devices; as well as other products used in a variety of medical specialties. In the United States most of our products are marketed directly to doctors, hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

As used herein, and except where the context otherwise requires, "Stryker," "we," "us," and "our" refer to Stryker Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries.

Business Segments and Geographic Information

We segregate our operations into three reportable business segments: Orthopaedics, MedSurg and Neurotechnology and Spine. Financial information regarding our reportable business segments and certain geographic information is included under "Results of Operations" in Item 7 of this report and Note 13 to our Consolidated Financial Statements.

Net Sales by Reportable Segment
	2017				2016				2015
Orthopaedics	$	4,713	38	%	$	4,422	39	%	$	4,223	43	%
MedSurg	5,557		45		4,894		43		3,895		39
Neurotechnology and Spine	2,174		17		2,009		18		1,828		18
Total	$	12,444	100	%	$	11,325	100	%	$	9,946	100	%

Orthopaedics

Orthopaedics products consist primarily of implants used in hip and knee joint replacements and trauma and extremities surgeries. We bring patients and physicians advanced implant designs and

specialized instrumentation that make orthopaedic surgery and recovery simpler, faster and more effective. We support surgeons with the technology and services they need as they develop new surgical techniques. In 2015 we received clearance by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for our Mako total knee application and completed the full commercial launch in 2017. This expands our Mako product offerings of partial knee and total hip applications to provide a comprehensive solution in the robotic arm-assisted reconstructive surgery line.

Stryker is one of four leading global competitors for joint replacement and trauma and extremities products; the other three being Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (Zimmer), DePuy Synthes (a Johnson & Johnson company) and Smith & Nephew plc (Smith & Nephew).

Composition of Orthopaedics Net Sales
	2017				2016				2015
Knees	$	1,595	34	%	$	1,490	34	%	$	1,403	33	%
Hips	1,303		28		1,283		29		1,263		30
Trauma and Extremities	1,478		31		1,364		31		1,291		31
Other	337		7		285		6		266		6
Total	$	4,713	100	%	$	4,422	100	%	$	4,223	100	%

MedSurg

MedSurg products include surgical equipment and navigation systems (Instruments), endoscopic and communications systems (Endoscopy), patient handling, emergency medical equipment and intensive care disposable products (Medical), reprocessed and remanufactured medical devices (Sustainability) and other medical device products used in a variety of medical specialties.

Stryker is one of five leading global competitors in Instruments; the other four being Zimmer, Medtronic plc., Johnson & Johnson and ConMed Linvatec, Inc. (a subsidiary of CONMED Corporation). In Endoscopy we compete with Smith & Nephew, ConMed Linvatec, Arthrex, Inc., Karl Storz GmbH & Co., Olympus Optical Co. Ltd. and STERIS plc. In Medical our primary competitors are Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc., Zoll Medical Corporation, Medline Industries and Koninklijke Philips N.V. 

Composition of MedSurg Net Sales
	2017				2016				2015
Instruments	$	1,678	30	%	$	1,553	32	%	$	1,466	38	%
Endoscopy	1,652		30		1,470		30		1,390		36
Medical	1,969		35		1,633		33		823		21
Sustainability	258		5		238		5		216		5
Total	$	5,557	100	%	$	4,894	100	%	$	3,895	100	%

In 2017 Instruments launched System 8, the next generation of power tools comprised of a sagittal saw, reciprocating saw, rotary drill and sternum saw. The new power tools offer improved ergonomics, a quick and efficient keyless chuck system preventing loosening through a secondary locking mechanism and advanced material and coating to prevent sticking and slipping. In addition, the handpieces are built to be actively washed and temporarily submerged prior to sterilization.

Neurotechnology and Spine

Neurotechnology and Spine products include neurosurgical, neurovascular, and spinal implant devices. Our neurotechnology offering includes products used for minimally invasive endovascular techniques; a comprehensive line of products for traditional brain and open skull based surgical procedures; orthobiologic and biosurgery products, including synthetic bone grafts and vertebral augmentation products; and minimally invasive products for the treatment of acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Our spinal

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implant offering includes cervical, thoracolumbar and interbody systems used in spinal injury, deformity and degenerative therapies.

Stryker is one of five leading global competitors in Neurotechnology; the other four being Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson, Terumo Corporation and Penumbra, Inc. Stryker is one of five leading global competitors in Spine; the other four being Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. (a subsidiary of Medtronic), DePuy Synthes, Nuvasive, Inc. and Globus Medical, Inc.

Composition of Neurotechnology and Spine Net Sales
	2017				2016				2015
Neurotechnology	$	1,423	65	%	$	1,255	62	%	$	1,088	60	%
Spine	751		35		754		38		740		40
Total	$	2,174	100	%	$	2,009	100	%	$	1,828	100	%

In 2017 the New England Journal of Medicine published the results of the DAWN Trial, the first to provide compelling evidence in treating late window and wake-up stroke patients with mechanical thrombectomy. The purpose of the study is to demonstrate superior clinical outcomes at 90 days with Trevo™ Retriever plus medical management compared to medical management alone in appropriately selected stroke patients treated six to 24 hours after last seen well (for cases of unknown time of onset). The Trevo™ Retriever’s indication within the DAWN Trial, for use in patients treated six to 24 hours after last seen well, is currently under an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE), and the submission for expanding the indication for the later time window is pending.

Raw Materials and Inventory

Raw materials essential to our business are generally readily available from multiple sources; however, certain of our raw materials are currently sourced from single suppliers. Substantially all products we manufacture are stocked in inventory, while certain MedSurg products are assembled to order.

Patents and Trademarks

Patents and trademarks are significant to our business to the extent that a product or an attribute of a product represents a unique design or process. Patent protection of such products restricts competitors from duplicating these unique designs and features. We seek to obtain patent protection on our products whenever appropriate for protecting our competitive advantage. On December 31, 2017 we owned approximately 2,674 United States patents and approximately 3,886 international patents.

Seasonality

Our business is generally not seasonal in nature; however, the number of orthopaedic implant surgeries is typically lower in the summer months, and sales of capital equipment are generally higher in the fourth quarter.

Competition

In each of our product lines we compete with local and global companies. The development of new and innovative products is important to our success in all areas of our business. Competition in research involving the development and improvement of new and existing products and processes is particularly significant. The competitive environment requires substantial investments in continuing research and maintaining sales forces.

We believe our commitment to innovation, quality and service and our reputation differentiates us in the highly competitive product categories in which we operate and enables us to compete effectively. We believe that our competitive position in the future will depend to a large degree on our ability to develop new products and make improvements to existing products.

Research and Development

Continued investment in research and development activities is critical to drive future growth and supports our strategy to make healthcare better through development of products and services that improve patient outcomes. Most of our products and product improvements were developed internally at research facilities in the United States, China, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom. We also invest through acquisitions in technologies developed by third parties that have the potential to expand the markets in which we operate. We maintain close working relationships with physicians and medical personnel in hospitals and universities who assist us in product development efforts. The total cost of research, development and engineering activities were $787, $715 and $625 in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

Regulation

Our businesses are subject to varying degrees of governmental regulation in the countries in which we operate, and the general trend is toward increasingly stringent regulation.

In the United States the Medical Device Amendments of 1976 to the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and its subsequent amendments and the regulations issued and proposed thereunder provide for regulation by the FDA of the design, manufacture and marketing of medical devices, including most of our products. Many of our new products fall into FDA classifications that require notification submitted as a 510(k) and review by the FDA before we begin marketing them. Certain of our products require extensive clinical testing, consisting of safety and efficacy studies, followed by pre-market approval (PMA) applications for specific surgical indications.

The FDA's Quality System regulations set forth standards for our product design and manufacturing processes, require the maintenance of certain records and provide for inspections of our facilities by the FDA. There are also certain requirements of state, local and foreign governments that must be complied with in the manufacture and marketing of our products.

The member states of the European Union (EU) adopted the European Medical Device Directives, which form a single set of medical device regulations for all EU member countries. These regulations require companies that wish to manufacture and distribute medical devices in EU member countries to meet certain quality system requirements and obtain CE marking for their products. We have authorization to apply the CE marking to substantially all of our products. In addition, we comply with the unique regulatory requirements of each of the countries in Europe and other countries in which we market our products.

Initiatives to limit the growth of general healthcare expenses and hospital costs are ongoing in the markets in which we do business. These initiatives are sponsored by government agencies, legislative bodies and the private sector and include price regulation and competitive pricing. It is not possible to predict at this time the long-term impact of such cost containment measures on our future business. In addition, business practices in the healthcare industry are scrutinized, particularly in the United States, by federal and state government agencies. The resulting investigations and prosecutions carry the risk of significant civil and criminal penalties.

Environment

We are subject to various rules and regulation in the United States and internationally related to the protection of human health and the environment. Our operations involve the use of substances regulated under environmental laws, primarily in manufacturing and sterilization processes. We believe our policies, practices and

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procedures are properly designed to comply, in all material respects, with applicable environmental laws and regulations. We do not expect compliance with these requirements to have a material effect on purchases of property, plant and equipment, cash flows, net earnings or competitive position.

Employees

On December 31, 2017 we had approximately 33,000 employees globally.

Executive Officers

As of January 31, 2018
Name	Age	Title	First Became an Executive Officer
Kevin A. Lobo	52	Chairman and Chief Executive Officer	2011
Yin C. Becker	54	Vice President of Communication and Public Affairs	2016
William E. Berry Jr.	52	Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer	2014
Glenn S. Boehnlein	56	Vice President, Chief Financial Officer	2016
Lonny J. Carpenter	56	Group President, Global Quality and Business Operations	2008
M. Kathryn Fink	48	Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer	2016
David K. Floyd	57	Group President, Orthopaedics	2012
Michael D. Hutchinson	47	General Counsel	2014
Graham A. McLean	53	President, Asia-Pacific	2017
Katherine A. Owen	47	Vice President, Strategy and Investor Relations	2007
Bijoy S.N. Sagar	49	Vice President, Chief Information Officer	2014
Timothy J. Scannell	53	Group President, MedSurg and Neurotechnology	2008

Each of our executive officers was elected by our Board of Directors to serve in the office indicated until the first meeting of the Board of Directors following the annual meeting of shareholders in 2018 or until a successor is chosen and qualified or until his or her resignation or removal. Each of our executive officers held the position above or served Stryker in various executive or administrative capacities for at least five years, except for Ms. Fink and Mr. Sagar. Prior to joining Stryker in October 2013, Ms. Fink held a variety of senior level human resources roles for the previous six years at Johnson & Johnson, most recently as the Worldwide Vice President, Human Resources of Ethicon. While at Stryker, Ms. Fink held two different senior level Human Resource roles. Prior to joining Stryker in May 2014, Mr. Sagar served as the Chief Information officer for Merck Millipore, and before that as Global Head of Information Systems and a member of the divisional board for the chemicals division of Merck KGaA. Mr. McLean was appointed to the position of President, Asia-Pacific, effective January 1, 2017. Prior to this role, Mr. McLean held a variety of senior level leadership roles at Stryker since 2005.

Available Information

Our main corporate website address is www.stryker.com. Copies of our filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are available free of charge on our website within the "Investors Relations" section as soon as reasonably practicable after having been electronically filed or furnished to the SEC. All SEC filings are also available at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.

ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS.

This report contains statements that are not historical facts and are considered "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements

are based on current projections about operations, industry conditions, financial condition and liquidity. Words that identify forward-looking statements include words such as "may," "could," "will," "should," "possible," "plan," "predict," "forecast," "potential," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "project," "intend," "believe," "may impact," "on track," "goal," "strategy" and words and terms of similar substance used in connection with any discussion of future operating or financial performance, an acquisition or our businesses. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. Those statements are not guarantees and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual results could differ materially and adversely from these forward-looking statements. Some important factors that could cause our actual results to differ from our expectations in any forward-looking statements include the risks discussed below.

Our operations and financial results are subject to various risks and uncertainties discussed below that could materially and adversely affect our business, cash flows, financial condition and results of operations. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem not to be material may also materially and adversely affect our business, cash flows, financial condition or results of operations.

LEGAL AND REGULATORY RISKS

Current economic and political conditions make tax rules in jurisdictions subject to significant change: Our future results of operations could be affected by changes in the effective tax rate as a result of changes in tax laws, regulations and judicial rulings. In December 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 was signed into law in the United States. We are continuing to evaluate the impact of tax reform and expect our effective tax rate to increase. In addition, further changes in the tax laws of foreign jurisdictions could arise, including as a result of the base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) project undertaken by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The OECD, which represents a coalition of member countries, has issued recommendations that, in some cases, would make substantial changes to numerous long-standing tax positions and principles. These contemplated changes, to the extent adopted by OECD members and/or other countries, could increase tax uncertainty and may adversely affect our provision for income taxes.

The impact of United States healthcare reform legislation on our business remains uncertain: In 2010 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was enacted. While the provisions of the ACA are intended to expand access to health insurance coverage and improve the quality of healthcare over time, other provisions of the legislation, including Medicare provisions aimed at decreasing costs, comparative effectiveness research, an independent payment advisory board and pilot programs to evaluate alternative payment methodologies, are having a meaningful effect on the way healthcare is developed and delivered and could have a significant effect on our business. Among other things, the ACA imposed a 2.3 percent excise tax on medical devices that applies only to United States sales, which are a majority of our medical device sales. Congress suspended the excise tax for 2016 and 2017. The suspension was once again upheld in January 2018 for two years. If the excise tax is not repealed or further suspended, the tax will adversely impact future results of operations after the current suspension expires in December 2019. We also face uncertainties that might result from modification or repeal of any of the provisions of the ACA, including as a result of current and future executive orders and legislative actions. We

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cannot predict what other healthcare programs and regulations will ultimately be implemented at the federal or state level or the effect of any future legislation or regulation in the United States may have on our business.

We are subject to extensive governmental regulation relating to the manufacturing, labeling and marketing of our products: The manufacturing, labeling and marketing of our products are subject to extensive and evolving regulations and rigorous regulatory enforcement by the FDA, European Union and other governmental authorities in the United States and internationally. The process of obtaining regulatory approvals to market a medical device can be costly and time consuming and approvals might not be granted timely. We have ongoing responsibilities under the laws and regulations applicable to the manufacturing of products within our facilities and those contracted by third parties that are subject to periodic inspections by the FDA and other governmental authorities to determine compliance with the quality system, medical device reporting regulations and other requirements. Costs to comply with regulations, including the regulations set for medical devices regulation enacted by the European Union in May 2017 and effective in 2020, and costs associated with remediation can be significant. If we fail to fully comply with applicable regulatory requirements, we may be subject to a range of sanctions, including substantial fines, warning letters that require corrective action, product seizures, recalls, the suspension of product manufacturing, revocation of approvals, exclusion from future participation in government healthcare programs, substantial fines and criminal prosecution.

We are subject to federal, state and foreign healthcare regulations including anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws, and could face substantial penalties if we fail to fully comply with such regulations and laws: The relationships that we and our distributors and others that market our products have with healthcare professionals, such as physicians and hospitals, are subject to scrutiny under various state and federal laws often referred to collectively as healthcare fraud and abuse laws. In addition, the United States and foreign government regulators have increased the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other anti-bribery laws. We also must comply with a variety of other laws that protect the privacy of individually identifiable healthcare information and impose extensive tracking and reporting related to all transfers of value provided to certain healthcare professionals. These laws and regulations are broad in scope and are subject to evolving interpretation and we could be required to incur substantial costs to monitor compliance or to alter our practices if we are found not to be in compliance. Violations of these laws may be punishable by criminal or civil sanctions, including substantial fines, imprisonment of current or former employees and exclusion from participation in governmental healthcare programs.

We may be adversely affected by product liability claims, unfavorable court decisions or legal settlements: We are exposed to potential product liability risks inherent in the design, manufacture and marketing of medical devices, many of which are implanted in the human body for long periods of time or indefinitely. We are currently defendants in a number of product liability matters, including those relating to our Rejuvenate and ABGII Modular-Neck hip stems discussed in Note 6 to our Consolidated Financial Statements. These matters are subject to many uncertainties and outcomes are not predictable. In addition, we may incur significant legal expenses regardless of whether we are found to be liable. We are self-insured for product liability-related claims and expenses.

Intellectual property litigation and infringement claims could cause us to incur significant expenses or prevent us from selling certain of our products: The medical device industry is

characterized by extensive intellectual property litigation and, from time to time, we are the subject of claims of infringement or misappropriation.  Regardless of outcome, such claims are expensive to defend and divert management and operating personnel from other business issues.  A successful claim or claims of patent or other intellectual property infringement against us could result in payment of significant monetary damages and/or royalty payments or negatively impact our ability to sell current or future products in the affected category.

Dependence on patent and other proprietary rights and failing to protect such rights or to be successful in litigation related to such rights may impact offerings in our product portfolios: Our long-term success largely depends on our ability to market technologically competitive products. If we fail to obtain or maintain adequate intellectual property protection, it could allow others to sell products that directly compete with proprietary features in our product portfolio. Also, our issued patents may be subject to claims challenging their validity and scope and raising other issues. In addition, currently pending or future patent applications may not result in issued patents.

MARKET RISKS

We have exposure to exchange rate fluctuations on cross border transactions and translation of local currency results into United States Dollars: We report our financial results in United States Dollars and 27% of our net sales are denominated in foreign currencies, including the Euro, Japanese Yen, Australian Dollar, British Pound and Canadian Dollar. Cross border transactions with external parties and intercompany relationships result in increased exposure to foreign currency exchange effects. While we use derivative instruments to manage the impact of currency exchange; our hedging strategies may not be successful, and our unhedged exposures continue to be subject to currency fluctuations. In addition, the weakening or strengthening of the United States Dollar results in favorable or unfavorable translation effects when the results of our foreign locations are translated into United States Dollars.

Additional capital that we may require in the future may not be available to us or may only be available to us on unfavorable terms: Our future capital requirements will depend on many factors, including operating requirements, current and future acquisitions and the need to refinance existing debt. Our ability to issue additional debt or enter into other financing arrangements on acceptable terms could be adversely affected by our debt levels, unfavorable changes in economic conditions or uncertainties that affect the capital markets.  Changes in credit ratings issued by nationally recognized credit rating agencies could also adversely affect our access to and cost of financing.  Higher borrowing costs or the inability to access capital markets could adversely affect our ability to support future growth and operating requirements.

BUSINESS AND OPERATIONAL RISKS

We are subject to cost containment measures in the United States and other countries resulting in pricing pressures: Initiatives to limit the growth of general healthcare expenses and hospital costs are ongoing in the markets in which we do business. These initiatives are sponsored by government agencies, legislative bodies and the private sector and include price regulation and competitive pricing. Pricing pressure has also increased due to continued consolidation among healthcare providers, trends toward managed care, the shift toward governments becoming the primary payers of healthcare expenses, reduction in reimbursement levels and medical procedure volumes and government laws and regulations relating to sales and promotion, reimbursement and pricing generally.

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We operate in a highly competitive industry in which competition in the development and improvement of new and existing products is significant: The markets in which we compete are highly competitive.  New products and surgical procedures are introduced on an ongoing basis and our present or future products could be rendered obsolete or uneconomical by technological advances by our competitors, who may respond more quickly to new or emerging technologies, undertake more extensive marketing campaigns, have greater financial, marketing and other resources or be more successful in attracting potential customers, employees and strategic partners.

We may be unable to maintain adequate working relationships with healthcare professionals: We seek to maintain close working relationships with respected physicians and medical personnel in hospitals and universities who assist in product research and development. We rely on these professionals to assist us in the development and improvement of proprietary products. If we are unable to maintain these relationships, our ability to develop, market and sell new and improved products could be adversely affected.

We are subject to additional risks associated with our extensive international operations: We develop, manufacture and distribute our products globally. Our international operations are subject to additional risks and potential costs, including changes in reimbursement, changes in regulatory requirements, differing local product preferences and product requirements, diminished protection of intellectual property in some countries, trade protection measures and import or export licensing requirements, difficulty in staffing and managing foreign operations, and political and economic instability. Our business could be adversely impacted if we are unable to successfully manage these and other risks of international operations in an increasingly volatile environment.

We may be unable to capitalize on previous or future acquisitions: In addition to internally developed products, we invest in new products and technologies through acquisitions. Such investments are inherently risky, and we cannot guarantee that any acquisition will be successful or will not have a material unfavorable impact on us. The risks include the activities required and resources allocated to integrate new businesses, diversion of management time that could adversely affect management's ability to focus on other projects, the inability to realize the expected benefits, savings or synergies from the acquisition, the loss of key personnel and exposure to unexpected liabilities of acquired companies. In addition, we cannot be certain that the businesses we acquire will become or remain profitable.

We may incur goodwill impairment charges related to one or more of our business units: We perform our annual impairment test for goodwill in the fourth quarter of each year, or more frequently if indicators are present or changes in circumstances suggest that impairment may exist. In evaluating the potential for impairment we make assumptions regarding revenue projections, growth rates, cash flows, tax rates and discount rates. These assumptions are uncertain and by nature may vary from actual results. A significant reduction in the estimated fair values could result in impairment charges.

We could be negatively impacted by future changes in the allocation of income to each of the income tax jurisdictions in which we operate: We operate in multiple income tax jurisdictions both in the United States and internationally. Accordingly, our management must determine the appropriate allocation of income to each jurisdiction based on current interpretations of complex income tax regulations. Income tax authorities regularly perform audits of our income tax filings. Income tax audits associated with the allocation of income and other complex issues, including

inventory transfer pricing and cost sharing, product royalty and foreign branch arrangements, may require an extended period of time to resolve and may result in significant income tax adjustments.

We could experience a failure of a key information technology system, process or site or a breach of information security, including a cybersecurity breach or failure of one or more key information technology systems, networks, processes, associated sites or service providers: We rely extensively on information technology (IT) systems to conduct business. In addition, we rely on networks and services, including internet sites, data hosting and processing facilities and tools and other hardware, software and technical applications and platforms, some of which are managed, hosted, provided and/or used by third-parties or their vendors, to assist in conducting our business. Numerous and evolving cybersecurity threats pose potential risks to the security of our IT systems, networks and services, as well as the confidentiality, availability and integrity of our data. While we have made investments seeking to address these threats, including monitoring of networks and systems, hiring of experts, employee training and security policies for employees and third-party providers, the techniques used in these attacks change frequently and may be difficult to detect for periods of time and we may face difficulties in anticipating and implementing adequate preventative measures. If our IT systems are damaged or cease to function properly, the networks or service providers we rely upon fail to function properly, or we or one of our third-party providers suffer a loss or disclosure of our business or stakeholder information due to any number of causes ranging from catastrophic events or power outages to improper data handling or security breaches and our business continuity plans do not effectively address these failures on a timely basis, we may be exposed to reputational, competitive and business harm as well as litigation and regulatory action.

An inability to successfully manage the implementation of our new global enterprise resource planning (ERP) system could adversely affect our operations and operating results: We are in the process of implementing a new global ERP system. This system will replace many of our existing operating and financial systems. Such an implementation is a major undertaking, both financially and from a management and personnel perspective. Any disruptions, delays or deficiencies in the design and implementation of our new ERP system could adversely affect our ability to process orders, ship products, provide services and customer support, send invoices and track payments, fulfill contractual obligations or otherwise operate our business.

We may be unable to attract and retain key employees: Our sales, technical and other key personnel play an integral role in the development, marketing and selling of new and existing products. If we are unable to recruit, hire, develop and retain a talented, competitive work force, we may not be able to meet our strategic business objectives.

Interruption of manufacturing operations could adversely affect our business: We and our suppliers have manufacturing sites all over the world; however, the manufacturing of certain of our product lines is concentrated in one or more plants or geographic regions. Orthopaedics has principal manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States in New Jersey, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Utah and Florida and outside the United States in China, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Germany. MedSurg has principal manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States in Michigan, California, Illinois, Washington, Utah, Florida and Texas and outside the United States in Ireland, Germany, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. Neurotechnology and Spine has principal manufacturing and distribution facilities in Illinois, Indiana and California and outside

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the United States in China and Netherlands. Damage to these facilities as a result of natural disasters or otherwise, as well as issues in our manufacturing arising from a failure to follow specific internal protocols and procedures, compliance concerns relating to the quality systems regulation, equipment breakdown or malfunction or other factors could adversely affect the availability of our products. In the event of an interruption in manufacturing, we may be unable to move quickly to alternate means of producing affected products to meet customer demand. In the event of a significant interruption, we may experience lengthy delays in resuming production of affected products due to the need for regulatory approvals. We may experience loss of market share, additional expense and harm to our reputation.

We use a variety of raw materials, components or devices in our global supply chains, production and distribution processes; significant shortages or price increases could increase our operating costs, require significant capital expenditures, or adversely impact the competitive position of our products: Our reliance on certain suppliers to secure raw materials, components and finished devices exposes us to product shortages and unanticipated increases in prices. In addition, several raw materials, components, and finished devices are procured from a sole-source due to the quality considerations, unique intellectual property considerations or constraints associated with regulatory requirements. If sole-source suppliers are acquired or were unable or unwilling to deliver these materials, we may not be able to manufacture or have available one or more products during such period of unavailability and our business could suffer. In certain cases we may not be able to establish additional or replacement suppliers for such materials in a timely or cost effective manner, largely as a result of FDA and other regulations that require, among other things, validation of materials and components prior to their use in our products.

ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS.

None.

ITEM 2. PROPERTIES.

We have approximately 24 company-owned and 251 leased locations worldwide including 42 manufacturing locations. We believe that our properties are in good operating condition and adequate for the manufacture and distribution of our products. We do not anticipate difficulty in renewing existing leases as they expire or in finding alternative facilities.

ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.

We are involved in various proceedings, legal actions and claims arising in the normal course of business, including proceedings related to product, labor and intellectual property, and the matters described in more detail in Note 6 to our Consolidated Financial Statements.

ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.

Not applicable.

PART II

ITEM 5. MARKET FOR THE REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES.

Our common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol SYK.

Quarterly Stock Price and Dividend Information
2017 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.470
Market price of common stock:
High	$	133.59	$	145.62	$	148.84	$	160.62
Low	$	116.50	$	129.82	$	137.70	$	141.68
2016 Quarter
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.380	$	0.380	$	0.380	$	0.425
Market price of common stock:
High	$	107.95	$	119.83	$	123.55	$	121.84
Low	$	86.68	$	106.26	$	109.75	$	106.48

Our Board of Directors considers payment of cash dividends at its quarterly meetings. On January 31, 2018 there were 2,833 shareholders of record of our common stock.

We did not repurchase any shares in the three months ended December 31, 2017 and the total dollar value of shares that could be acquired under our authorized repurchase program at December 31, 2017 was $1,640.

We issued 100 shares of our common stock in the fourth quarter of 2017 as performance incentive awards. These shares were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933 based on the conclusion that the awards would not be events of sale within the meaning of Section 2(a)(3) of the Act.

The following graph compares our total returns (including reinvestments of dividends) against the Standard & Poor’s (S&P) 500 Index and the S&P 500 Health Care Index. The graph assumes $100 (not in millions) invested on December 31, 2012 in our common stock and each of the indices.

Company / Index	2012		2013		2014		2015		2016		2017
Stryker Corporation	$	100.00	$	139.29	$	177.47	$	177.51	$	231.94	$	303.46
S&P 500 Index	$	100.00	$	132.39	$	150.51	$	152.59	$	170.84	$	208.14
S&P 500 Health Care Index	$	100.00	$	141.46	$	177.30	$	189.52	$	184.42	$	225.13

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ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA.

Statement of Earnings Data	2017			2016			2015			2014			2013
Net sales	$	12,444		$	11,325		$	9,946		$	9,675		$	9,021
Cost of sales	4,271			3,830			3,344			3,319			3,002
Gross profit	$	8,173		$	7,495		$	6,602		$	6,356		$	6,019
Research, development and engineering expenses	787			715			625			614			536
Selling, general and administrative expenses	4,552			4,137			3,610			3,547			3,467
Recall charges, net of insurance proceeds	173			158			296			761			622
Amortization of intangible assets	371			319			210			188			138
Total operating expenses	$	5,883		$	5,329		$	4,741		$	5,110		$	4,763
Operating income	$	2,290		$	2,166		$	1,861		$	1,246		$	1,256
Other income (expense), net	(227		)	(245		)	(126		)	(86		)	(44		)
Earnings before income taxes	$	2,063		$	1,921		$	1,735		$	1,160		$	1,212
Income taxes	1,043			274			296			645			206
Net earnings	$	1,020		$	1,647		$	1,439		$	515		$	1,006
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic net earnings per share of common stock	$	2.73		$	4.40		$	3.82		$	1.36		$	2.66
Diluted net earnings per share of common stock	$	2.68		$	4.35		$	3.78		$	1.34		$	2.63
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	1.745		$	1.565		$	1.415		$	1.26		$	1.10
Balance Sheet Data
Cash, cash equivalents and current marketable securities	$	2,793		$	3,384		$	4,079		$	5,000		$	3,980
Accounts receivable, less allowance	2,198			1,967			1,662			1,572			1,518
Inventories	2,465			2,030			1,639			1,588			1,422
Property, plant and equipment, net	1,975			1,569			1,199			1,098			1,081
Total assets	22,197			20,435			16,223			17,258			15,383
Accounts payable	487			437			410			329			314
Total debt	7,222			6,914			3,998			3,952			2,748
Shareholders’ equity	$	9,980		$	9,550		$	8,511		$	8,595		$	9,047
Cash Flow Data
Net cash provided by operating activities	$	1,559		$	1,915		$	981		$	1,858		$	1,930
Purchases of property, plant and equipment	598			490			270			233			195
Depreciation	271			227			187			190			169
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	831			4,332			153			916			2,320
Amortization of intangible assets	371			319			210			188			138
Dividends paid	636			568			521			462			401
Repurchase of common stock	$	230		$	13		$	700		$	100		$	317
Other Data
Number of shareholders of record	2,850			3,010			3,118			3,305			3,612
Approximate number of employees	33,000			33,000			27,000			26,000			25,000

Certain prior year amounts on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows have been reclassified as a result of the adoption of Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2016-09, Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting, adopted January 1, 2017.

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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.

Overview of 2017

Our goal is to achieve sales growth at the high-end of the medical technology (MedTech) industry and maintain our capital allocation strategy that prioritizes: (1) Acquisitions, (2) Dividends and (3) Share repurchases.

In 2017 we achieved reported net sales growth of 9.9%. Excluding the impact of acquisitions, net sales grew 7.1% in constant currency, in line with our ongoing goal to grow organic sales at the high-end of MedTech. We reported net earnings of $1,020 and net earnings per diluted shareof$2.68. Excluding the impact of certain items, we achieved adjusted net earnings of $2,465 and growth of 11.9% in adjusted net earnings per diluted share⁽¹⁾.

We continued our capital allocation strategy by investing $831 in acquisitions, paying $636 in dividends to our shareholders and using $230 for share repurchases.

In December 2017 we announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire Entellus Medical, Inc. (Entellus), a high-growth global medical technology company focused on delivering superior patient and physician experiences through products designed for the minimally invasive treatment of various ear, nose and throat (ENT) disease states, for $24.00 per share, or total consideration of approximately $662. We expect the acquisition to close in February 2018.

In September 2017 we acquired NOVADAQ Technologies Inc. (NOVADAQ) for total consideration of approximately $716. NOVADAQ is a leading developer of fluorescence imaging

technology that provides surgeons with visualization of blood flow in vessels and related tissue perfusion in cardiac, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, plastic, microsurgical and reconstructive procedures. Refer to Note 5 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

In August 2017 we initiated a voluntary product recall involving specific lots of our Sage Products (Sage) Oral Care products. We took this action in response to a Warning Letter received from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) dated July 17, 2017, which set forth concerns regarding the potential for cross-contamination of Oral Care solutions manufactured by a third-party supplier on equipment also used to manufacture non-pharmaceutical products.  We discontinued business with the third-party supplier and the Oral Care solutions are now being manufactured in-house. We resumed shipping Oral Care products in October and returned to full supply capacity by the end of 2017.

We also placed Sage cloth-based products on a temporary ship hold during the third quarter in response to concerns set forth in the FDA Warning Letter regarding testing methods used for all Sage products containing solutions. We resumed shipping products manufactured in-house and tested under the testing method required by FDA in September 2017 and returned to full supply capacity by the end of 2017. 

In January 2017 we issued $500 of senior unsecured notes. Refer to Note 9 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

⁽¹⁾ Refer to "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for a discussion of non-GAAP financial measures used in this report and a reconciliation to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure.

CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

										Percent Net Sales						Percentage Change
	2017			2016			2015			2017		2016		2015		2017/2016		2016/2015
Net sales	$	12,444		$	11,325		$	9,946		100.0	%	100.0	%	100.0	%	9.9	%	13.9	%
Gross profit	8,173			7,495			6,602			65.7		66.2		66.4		9.0		13.5
Research, development and engineering expenses	787			715			625			6.3		6.3		6.3		10.1		14.4
Selling, general and administrative expenses	4,552			4,137			3,610			36.6		36.5		36.3		10.0		14.6
Recall charges, net of insurance proceeds	173			158			296			1.4		1.4		3.0		9.5		(46.6	)
Amortization of intangible assets	371			319			210			3.0		2.8		2.1		16.3		51.9
Other income (expense), net	(227		)	(245		)	(126		)	(1.8	)	(2.2	)	(1.3	)	(7.3	)	94.4
Income taxes	1,043			274			296									280.7		(7.4	)
Net earnings	$	1,020		$	1,647		$	1,439		8.2	%	14.5	%	14.5	%	(38.1	)%	14.5	%
Net earnings per diluted share	$	2.68		$	4.35		$	3.78								(38.4	)%	15.1	%
Adjusted net earnings per diluted share(1)	$	6.49		$	5.80		$	5.12								11.9	%	13.3	%

Geographic and Segment Net Sales							Percentage Change
							2017/2016				2016/2015
	2017		2016		2015		As Reported		Constant Currency		As Reported		Constant Currency
Geographic:
United States	$	9,059	$	8,230	$	7,116	10.1	%	10.1	%	15.7	%	15.6	%
International	3,385		3,095		2,830		9.4		9.0		9.4		10.8
Total	$	12,444	$	11,325	$	9,946	9.9	%	9.8	%	13.9	%	14.3	%
Segment:
Orthopaedics	$	4,713	$	4,422	$	4,223	6.6	%	6.5	%	4.7	%	5.1	%
MedSurg	5,557		4,894		3,895		13.6		13.4		25.6		26.3
Neurotechnology and Spine	2,174		2,009		1,828		8.2		8.3		9.9		9.8
Total	$	12,444	$	11,325	$	9,946	9.9	%	9.8	%	13.9	%	14.3	%

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Supplemental Net Sales Growth Information
					Percentage Change														Percentage Change
									United States		International												United States		International
	2017		2016		As Reported		Constant Currency		As Reported		As Reported		Constant Currency		2016		2015		As Reported		Constant Currency		As Reported		As Reported		Constant Currency
Orthopaedics:
Knees	$	1,595	$	1,490	7.0	%	6.9	%	7.4	%	5.9	%	5.5	%	$	1,490	$	1,403	6.2	%	6.7	%	6.8	%	4.6	%	6.5	%
Hips	1,303		1,283		1.6		1.8		2.0		0.9		1.4		1,283		1,263		1.5		2.3		2.0		0.8		2.9
Trauma and Extremities	1,478		1,364		8.3		8.2		11.0		3.8		3.5		1,364		1,291		5.7		5.7		9.1		0.4		0.4
Other	337		285		18.0		17.6		17.9		18.6		16.4		285		266		7.3		7.6		8.1		4.1		5.6
	$	4,713	$	4,422	6.6	%	6.5	%	7.8	%	4.0	%	3.8	%	$	4,422	$	4,223	4.7	%	5.1	%	6.2	%	1.8	%	3.1	%
MedSurg:
Instruments	$	1,678	$	1,553	8.1	%	8.0	%	8.1	%	7.9	%	7.5	%	$	1,553	$	1,466	5.9	%	6.3	%	7.2	%	1.5	%	3.1	%
Endoscopy	1,652		1,470		12.4		12.0		14.2		6.3		5.0		1,470		1,390		5.8		6.3		8.8		(3.1	)	(1.0	)
Medical	1,969		1,633		20.5		20.4		17.7		31.4		30.4		1,633		823		98.4		99.9		92.4		125.3		133.4
Sustainability	258		238		8.9		8.9		8.9		26.2		24.4		238		216		9.9		9.9		9.8		33.3		37.6
	$	5,557	$	4,894	13.6	%	13.4	%	13.2	%	15.1	%	14.1	%	$	4,894	$	3,895	25.6	%	26.3	%	26.8	%	21.6	%	24.6	%
Neurotechnology and Spine:
Neurotechnology	$	1,423	$	1,255	13.4	%	13.4	%	11.2	%	17.4	%	17.3	%	$	1,255	$	1,088	15.4	%	15.1	%	14.5	%	17.0	%	16.2	%
Spine	751		754		(0.4	)	(0.4	)	(0.6	)	0.1		0.2		754		740		1.8		2.0		3.9		(4.1	)	(3.5	)
	$	2,174	$	2,009	8.2	%	8.3	%	6.3	%	12.4	%	12.4	%	$	2,009	$	1,828	9.9	%	9.8	%	9.8	%	9.9	%	9.6	%
Total	$	12,444	$	11,325	9.9	%	9.8	%	10.1	%	9.4	%	9.0	%	$	11,325	$	9,946	13.9	%	14.3	%	15.6	%	9.4	%	10.8	%

Consolidated Net Sales

Consolidated net sales in 2017 increased 9.9% as reported and 9.8% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates positively impacted net sales by 0.1%. Excluding the 2.7% impact of acquisitions, net sales increased in constant currency by 8.2% from increased unit volume partially offset by 1.1% lower prices. The unit volume increase was primarily due to higher shipments of neurotechnology, endoscopy, knees, trauma and extremities and instruments products.

Consolidated net sales in 2016 increased 13.9% as reported and 14.3% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates negatively impacted net sales by 0.4%. Excluding the 7.9% impact of acquisitions, net sales increased in constant currency by 7.8% from increased unit volume partially offset by 1.4% lower prices. The unit volume increase was primarily due to higher shipments of knees, instruments, endoscopy, neurotechnology, trauma and extremities and medical products.

Orthopaedics Net Sales

Orthopaedics net sales in 2017 increased 6.6% as reported and 6.5% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates positively impacted net sales by 0.1%. Excluding the 0.3% impact of acquisitions, net sales increased in constant currency by 8.6% from increased unit volume partially offset by 2.4% lower prices. The unit volume increase was led primarily by higher shipments of knees and trauma and extremities products.

Orthopaedics net sales in 2016 increased 4.7% as reported and 5.1% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates negatively impacted net sales by 0.4%. Excluding the 0.3% impact of acquisitions, net sales increased in constant currency by 6.9% from increased unit volume partially offset by 2.1% lower prices. The unit volume increase was led primarily by higher shipments of knees and trauma and extremities products.

MedSurg Net Sales

MedSurg net sales in 2017 increased 13.6% as reported and 13.4% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates positively impacted net sales by 0.2%. Excluding the 5.6% impact of acquisitions, net sales increased in constant currency by 7.5% from increased unit volume and 0.2% higher prices. The unit volume increase was led primarily by higher shipments of endoscopy, instruments and medical products.

MedSurg net sales in 2016 increased 25.6% as reported and 26.3% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates negatively impacted net sales by 0.7%. Excluding the 19.1% impact of acquisitions, net sales increased in constant currency by 7.8% from increased unit volume partially offset by 0.6% lower prices. The unit volume increase was led primarily by higher shipments of instruments, endoscopy and medical products.

Neurotechnology and Spine Net Sales

Neurotechnology and Spine net sales in 2017 increased 8.2% as reported and 8.3% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates impacted net sales nominally. Excluding the 0.7% impact of acquisitions, net sales in constant currency increased by 9.1% from increased unit volume partially offset by 1.5% lower prices. The unit volume increase was led primarily by higher shipments of neurotechnology products.

Neurotechnology and Spine net sales in 2016 increased 9.9% as reported and 9.8% in constant currency, as foreign currency exchange rates positively impacted net sales by 0.1%. Excluding the 1.4% impact of acquisitions, net sales in constant currency increased by 9.8% from increased unit volume partially offset by 1.4% lower prices. The unit volume increase was led primarily by higher shipments of neurotechnology products.

Gross Profit

Gross profit in 2017 as a percentage of net sales decreased to 65.7% from 66.2% in 2016 primarily due to the impact from restructuring-related charges, the impact of hurricanes, unfavorable mix and inflation, partially offset by higher sales volumes, increased productivity and favorable impact of foreign currency exchange.

Gross profit as a percentage of net sales decreased to 66.2% in 2016 from 66.4% in 2015 as the benefit from the suspension of the medical device excise tax and favorable productivity was more than offset by unfavorable mix, including the impact of acquisitions and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency exchange.

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							Percent Net Sales
	2017		2016		2015		2017		2016		2015
Reported	$	8,173	$	7,495	$	6,602	65.7	%	66.2	%	66.4	%
Inventory stepped up to fair value	22		36		7		0.2		0.3		0.1
Restructuring-related and other charges	57		15		7		0.4		0.1		—
Adjusted	$	8,252	$	7,546	$	6,616	66.3	%	66.6	%	66.5	%

Research, Development and Engineering Expenses

Research, development and engineering expenses represented 6.3% of net sales in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Projects to develop new products, investments in new technologies and recent acquisitions contributed to the spending levels, reflecting our continued commitment to innovation.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales in 2017 increased to 36.6% from 36.5% in 2016. Excluding the impact of certain items in the table below, expenses as a percentage of net sales were 34.8% in 2017 and 2016. This reflects favorable leverage from higher sales volumes and continued focus on operating expense improvement initiatives, including leverage from our recent acquisitions, partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency exchange.

Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales in 2016 increased to 36.5% from 36.3% in 2015. Excluding the impact of certain items noted below, selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of sales decreased in 2016 due to favorable leverage from the continued focus on operating expense improvement initiatives, cost containment efforts and business mix, including leverage from our recent acquisitions.

										Percent Net Sales
	2017			2016			2015			2017		2016		2015
Reported	$	4,552		$	4,137		$	3,610		36.6	%	36.5	%	36.3	%
Other acquisition and integration-related	(42		)	(95		)	(28		)	(0.4	)	(0.8	)	(0.3	)
Restructuring-related and other charges	(137		)	(110		)	(125		)	(1.1	)	(1.0	)	(1.2	)
Regulatory and legal matters	(39		)	12			53			(0.3	)	0.1		0.5
Adjusted	$	4,334		$	3,944		$	3,510		34.8	%	34.8	%	35.3	%

Recall Charges, Net of Insurance Proceeds

Recall charges, net of insurance proceeds, were $173, $158 and $296 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Charges were primarily due to the previously disclosed Rejuvenate and ABGII Modular-Neck hip stems voluntary recalls. Refer to Note 6 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

Amortization of Intangible Assets

Amortization of intangible assets was $371, $319 and $210 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. The increase in 2017 and 2016 was due to acquisitions. Refer to Note 7 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

Other Income (Expense), Net

Other income (expense), net was ($227), ($245) and ($126) in 2017, 2016 and 2015. The decrease in 2017 was primarily driven by higher interest income and decreased foreign currency transaction losses, partially offset by higher interest expense due to higher debt levels as a result of our January 2017 debt offering. Refer to Note 9 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

Income Taxes

The effective income tax rate on earnings was 50.6%, 14.3% and

17.1% for 2017, 2016 and 2015. The effective income tax rate for 2017 includes the impact of complying with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 signed into law in December 2017, partially offset by the benefits from the adoption of ASU 2016-09 Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting on January 1, 2017 and continued lower effective income tax rates as a result of the European regional headquarters. The establishment of the European regional headquarters contributed to the lower effective income tax rates in 2016 and 2015.

Net Earnings

Net earnings in 2017 decreased to $1,020 or $2.68 per diluted share from $1,647 or $4.35 per diluted share in 2016 and $1,439 or $3.78 per diluted share in 2015. The impact of foreign currency exchange rates reduced net earnings per diluted share by approximately $0.07, $0.11 and $0.26 in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

									Percent Net Sales
	2017		2016			2015			2017		2016		2015
Reported	$	1,020	$	1,647		$	1,439		8.2	%	14.5	%	14.5	%
Inventory stepped up to fair value	20		23			4			0.2		0.2		—
Other acquisition and integration-related	31		77			20			0.2		0.7		0.2
Amortization of intangible assets	250		221			147			2.0		2.0		1.5
Restructuring-related and other charges	155		98			97			1.2		0.9		1.0
Rejuvenate and other recall matters	131		127			210			1.1		1.1		2.1
Regulatory and legal matters	25		(7		)	(46		)	0.2		(0.1	)	(0.5	)
Tax matters	833		8			78			6.7		0.1		0.8
Adjusted	$	2,465	$	2,194		$	1,949		19.8	%	19.4	%	19.6	%

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

We supplement the reporting of our financial information determined under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP) with certain non-GAAP financial measures, including percentage sales growth in constant currency; percentage organic sales growth; adjusted gross profit; adjusted selling, general and administrative expenses; adjusted amortization of intangible assets; adjusted operating income; adjusted effective income tax rate; adjusted net earnings; and adjusted net earnings per diluted share (Diluted EPS). We believe that these non-GAAP measures provide meaningful information to assist investors and shareholders in understanding our financial results and assessing our prospects for future performance. Management believes percentage sales growth in constant currency and the other adjusted measures described above are important indicators of our operations because they exclude items that may not be indicative of or are unrelated to our core operating results and provide a baseline for analyzing trends in our underlying businesses. Management uses these non-GAAP financial measures for reviewing the operating results of reportable business segments and analyzing potential future business trends in connection with our budget process and bases certain management incentive compensation on these non-GAAP financial measures.

To measure percentage sales growth in constant currency, we remove the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates that affect the comparability and trend of sales. Percentage sales growth in constant currency is calculated by translating current and prior year results at the same foreign currency exchange rate. To measure percentage organic sales growth, we remove the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates and acquisitions that

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affect the comparability and trend of sales. Percentage organic sales growth is calculated by translating current year results at prior year average foreign currency exchange rates excluding the impact of acquisitions.

To measure earnings performance on a consistent and comparable basis, we exclude certain items that affect the comparability of operating results and the trend of earnings. These adjustments are irregular in timing and may not be indicative of our past and future performance. The following are examples of the types of adjustments that may be included in a period:

1. Acquisition and integration-related costs. Costs related to integrating recently acquired businesses and specific costs (e.g., inventory step-up and deal costs) related to the consummation of the acquisition process.

2. Amortization of purchased intangible assets. Periodic amortization expense related to purchased intangible assets.

3. Restructuring-related and other charges. Costs associated with the termination of sales relationships in certain countries, workforce reductions, elimination of product lines, weather-related asset impairments and associated costs and other restructuring-related activities.

4. Rejuvenate and other recall matters. Our best estimate of the minimum of the range of probable loss to resolve certain product recalls.

5. Regulatory and legal matters. Our best estimate of the

minimum of the range of probable loss to resolve certain regulatory matters and other legal settlements.

6. Tax matters. Charges represent the impact of accounting for the compliance with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, certain significant and discrete tax items and adjustments to interest expense related to the settlement of certain tax matters.

Because non-GAAP financial measures are not standardized, it may not be possible to compare these financial measures with other companies' non-GAAP financial measures having the same or similar names. These adjusted financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for reported sales growth, gross profit, cost of sales, selling, general and administrative expenses, amortization of intangible assets, operating income, effective income tax rate, net earnings and net earnings per diluted share, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP financial measures are an additional way of viewing aspects of our operations when viewed with our GAAP results and the reconciliations to corresponding GAAP financial measures at the end of the discussion of Results of Operations below. We strongly encourage investors and shareholders to review our financial statements and publicly-filed reports in their entirety and not to rely on any single financial measure.

The weighted-average basic and diluted shares outstanding used in the calculation of non-GAAP earnings per share are the same as those used in the calculation of the reported per share amounts.

Reconciliation of the Most Directly Comparable GAAP Financial Measure to Non-GAAP Financial Measure

2017	Gross Profit		Selling, General & Administrative Expenses			Amortization of Intangible Assets			Operating Income		Net Earnings		Effective Tax Rate		Diluted EPS
Reported	$	8,173	$	4,552		$	371		$	2,290	$	1,020	50.6	%	$	2.68
Acquisition and integration-related charges:
Inventory stepped up to fair value	22		—			—			22		20		(0.1	)	0.05
Other acquisition and integration-related	—		(42		)	—			42		31		0.2		0.09
Amortization of purchased intangible assets	—		—			(371		)	371		250		3.0		0.67
Restructuring-related and other charges	57		(137		)	—			194		155		0.4		0.41
Rejuvenate and other recall matters	—		—			—			173		131		0.7		0.34
Regulatory and legal matters	—		(39		)	—			39		25		0.4		0.06
Tax Matters	—		—			—			—		833		(39.6	)	2.19
Adjusted	$	8,252	$	4,334		$	—		$	3,131	$	2,465	15.6	%	$	6.49

2016	Gross Profit		Selling, General & Administrative Expenses			Amortization of Intangible Assets			Operating Income			Net Earnings			Effective Tax Rate		Diluted EPS
Reported	$	7,495	$	4,137		$	319		$	2,166		$	1,647		14.3	%	$	4.35
Acquisition and integration-related charges:
Inventory stepped up to fair value	36		—			—			36			23			0.4		0.06
Other acquisition and integration-related	—		(95		)	—			95			77			0.1		0.20
Amortization of purchased intangible assets	—		—			(319		)	319			221			2.2		0.59
Restructuring-related and other charges	15		(110		)	—			125			98			0.3		0.26
Rejuvenate and other recall matters	—		—			—			158			127			0.1		0.34
Regulatory and legal matters	—		12			—			(12		)	(7		)	(0.2	)	(0.02		)
Tax Matters	—		—			—			—			8			0.1		0.02
Adjusted	$	7,546	$	3,944		$	—		$	2,887		$	2,194		17.3	%	$	5.80

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2015	Gross Profit		Selling, General & Administrative Expenses			Amortization of Intangible Assets			Operating Income			Net Earnings			Effective Tax Rate		Diluted EPS
Reported	$	6,602	$	3,610		$	210		$	1,861		$	1,439		17.1	%	$	3.78
Acquisition and integration-related charges:
Inventory stepped up to fair value	7		—			—			7			4			0.1		0.01
Other acquisition and integration-related	—		(28		)	—			28			20			0.2		0.05
Amortization of purchased intangible assets	—		—			(210		)	210			147			1.5		0.39
Restructuring-related and other charges	7		(125		)	—			132			97			0.7		0.26
Rejuvenate and other recall matters	—		—			—			296			210			2.0		0.55
Regulatory and legal matters	—		53			—			(53		)	(46		)	0.1		(0.12		)
Tax Matters	—		—			—			—			78			(4.4	)	0.20
Adjusted	$	6,616	$	3,510		$	—		$	2,481		$	1,949		17.3	%	$	5.12

FINANCIAL CONDITION AND LIQUIDITY

	2017			2016			2015
Net cash provided by operations activities	$	1,559		$	1,915		$	981
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(1,613		)	(4,191		)	1,956
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities	(794		)	2,258			(1,223		)
Effect of exchange rate changes	74			(45		)	(130		)
Change in cash and cash equivalents	$	(774	)	$	(63	)	$	1,584

We believe our financial condition continues to be of high quality, as evidenced by our ability to generate substantial cash from operations and to readily access capital markets at competitive rates. Operating cash flow provides the primary source of cash to fund operating needs and capital expenditures. Excess operating cash is used first to fund acquisitions to complement our portfolio of businesses. Other discretionary uses include dividends and share repurchases. We supplement operating cash flow with debt to fund our activities as necessary. Our overall cash position reflects our strong business results and a global cash management strategy that takes into account liquidity management, economic factors and tax considerations.

Operating Activities

Cash provided by operations was $1,559, $1,915, and $981 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. The decrease in cash from operations in 2017 was primarily due to higher Rejuvenate and ABG II recall-related payments compared to 2016 and the unfavorable impact of foreign currency remeasurement. The net of accounts receivable, inventory and accounts payable resulted in the consumption of $461, $507, and $231 of cash in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

Investing Activities

Cash (used in) provided by investing activities was ($1,613), ($4,191) and $1,956 in 2017, 2016 and in 2015.

Acquisitions, Net of Cash Acquired: Acquisitions resulted in cash consumption of $831, $4,332 and $153 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. In 2017 we acquired NOVADAQ and certain other businesses and related assets. In 2016 the primary acquisitions were Sage and Physio. In 2015 the primary acquisition was CHG Hospital Beds, Inc.

Purchases of Property, Plant and Equipment: Purchases of property, plant and equipment were $598, $490 and $270 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Capital expenditures in 2017 were primarily due to capital expenditures associated with the development of our global ERP system and investments in new and existing plants and equipment to support sales growth.

Marketable Securities, Net: Net cash (used in) provided by the (purchase) sale of marketable securities was ($183), $634, and $2,379 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Cash provided by the sale of marketable securities in 2016 was used to repay all of our senior unsecured notes that were due in September 2016. Cash provided by sales of marketable securities in 2015 was primarily used to make recall-related payments.

Financing Activities

Dividends and Share Repurchases: Dividends paid per common share increased 11.8% to $1.70 per share in 2017 compared to $1.52 per share in 2016, an increase of 10.1% from $1.38 in 2015.

	2017		2016		2015
Dividends paid per common share	$	1.70	$	1.52	$	1.38
Total dividends paid to common shareholders	$	636	$	568	$	521
Total amount paid to repurchase common stock	$	230	$	13	$	700
Shares of repurchased common stock (in millions)	1.9		0.1		7.4

Borrowings and Repayments of Debt: We maintain debt levels that we consider appropriate after evaluating a number of factors including cash requirements for ongoing operations, investment and financing plans (including acquisitions and share repurchase activities) and overall cost of capital.

Net proceeds from borrowings were $299, $2,912 and $48 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. In 2017 the proceeds were primarily from the issuance of $500 of senior unsecured notes in January 2017 partially offset by payment of $200 of commercial paper. In 2016 the proceeds were primarily from the issuance of $3,500 of senior unsecured notes in March 2016 partially offset by repayment of $750 of our senior unsecured notes due in September 2016. Refer to Note 9 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

Liquidity

Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities were $2,793 and $3,384, and our current assets exceeded current liabilities by $4,508 and $4,713 on December 31, 2017 and 2016. We anticipate being able to support our short-term liquidity and operating needs, including acquisitions and recall-related payments, from a variety of sources, including cash from operations, commercial paper and existing credit lines. We have raised funds in the capital markets and may continue to do so from time to time. As a result of the issuance of senior unsecured notes in March 2016, Moody's downgraded our unsecured note ratings to Baa1 from A3, and Standard & Poor's downgraded our corporate credit and long-term issue-level rating to A from A+ and our short-term rating to A-1 from A-1+. Nevertheless, we continue to have strong investment-grade short-term and long-term debt ratings that we believe should enable us to refinance our debt as needed.

We have existing credit facilities should additional funds be required. We have a borrowing capacity available under our main credit facility of $1,500. The amount of commercial paper we have issuable under the commercial paper program is $1,500.

Our cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities held in locations outside the United States was approximately 62% and 84% on December 31, 2017 and 2016. The majority of ourcash held in locations outside the United States is considered to be indefinitely reinvested. We intend to use this cash to expand operations organically and through acquisitions.

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Guarantees and Other Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

We do not have guarantees or other off-balance sheet financing arrangements, including variable interest entities, of a magnitude that we believe could have a material impact on our financial condition or liquidity.

CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS AND FORWARD-LOOKING CASH REQUIREMENTS

As further described in Note 6 to our Consolidated Financial Statements, in 2017 we recorded additional charges to earnings totaling $104 related to the Rejuvenate and ABG II recalls. Based on the information received, the actuarially determined range of probable loss to resolve this matter was estimated to be approximately $2,072 to $2,307 ($2,304 to $2,539 before $232 of third-party insurance recoveries). The final outcome of this matter is dependent on many variables that are difficult to predict. The ultimate cost to entirely resolve this matter may be materially different than the amount of the current estimate and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows. We are not able to reasonably estimate the future periods in which payments will be made.

As further described in Note 10 to our Consolidated Financial Statements, on December 31, 2017 we had a reserve for uncertain income tax positions of $540. Due to uncertainties regarding the ultimate resolution of income tax audits, we are not able to reasonably estimate the future periods in which any income tax payments to settle these uncertain income tax positions will be made.

As further described in Note 11 to our Consolidated Financial Statements, on December 31, 2017 our defined benefit pension plans were underfunded by $338, of which approximately $331 related to plans outside the United States. Due to the rules affecting tax-deductible contributions in the jurisdictions in which the plans are offered and the impact of future plan asset performance, changes in interest rates and potential changes in legislation in the United States and other foreign jurisdictions, we are not able to reasonably estimate the amounts that may be required to fund defined benefit pension plans.

Contractual Obligations
	Total		2018		2019 - 2020		2021 - 2022		After 2022
Total debt	$	7,250	$	600	$	1,750	$	750	$	4,150
Interest payments	2,995		230		406		331		2,028
Unconditional purchase obligations	1,144		1,046		97		1		—
Operating leases	326		106		108		52		60
Other	133		13		13		7		100
Total	$	11,848	$	1,995	$	2,374	$	1,141	$	6,338

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES

In preparing our financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, there are certain accounting policies, which may require substantial judgment or estimation in their application. We believe these accounting policies and the others set forth in Note 1 to our Consolidated Financial Statements are critical to understanding our results of operations and financial condition.Actual results could differ from our estimates and assumptions, and any such differences could be material to our results of operations and financial condition.

Inventory Reserves

We maintain reserves for excess and obsolete inventory resulting from the potential inability to sell certain products at prices in excess of current carrying costs. We make estimates regarding the future recoverability of the costs of these products and record provisions based on historical experience, expiration of sterilization dates and expected future trends. If actual product life cycles, product demand or acceptance of new product introductions are less favorable than projected by management, additional inventory write downs may be required, which could unfavorably affect future operating results.

Income Taxes

Our annual tax rate is determined based on our income, statutory tax rates and the tax impacts of items treated differently for tax purposes than for financial reporting purposes. Tax law requires certain items be included in the tax return at different times than the items are reflected in the financial statements. Some of these differences are permanent, such as expenses that are not deductible in our tax return, and some differences are temporary and reverse over time, such as depreciation expense. These temporary differences create deferred tax assets and liabilities.

Deferred tax assets generally represent the tax effect of items that can be used as a tax deduction or credit in future years for which we have already recorded the tax benefit in our income statement. Deferred tax liabilities generally represent tax expense recognized in our financial statements for which payment was deferred, the tax effect of expenditures for which a deduction was taken in our tax return but has not yet been recognized in our financial statements or assets recorded at fair value in business combinations for which there was no corresponding tax basis adjustment.

Inherent in determining our annual tax rate are judgments regarding business plans, tax planning opportunities and expectations about future outcomes. Realization of certain deferred tax assets is dependent upon generating sufficient taxable income in the appropriate jurisdiction prior to the expiration of the carryforward periods. Although realization is not assured, management believes it is more likely than not that our deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowances, will be realized.

We operate in multiple jurisdictions with complex tax policy and regulatory environments. In certain of these jurisdictions, we may take tax positions that management believes are supportable but are potentially subject to successful challenge by the applicable taxing authority. These differences of interpretation with the respective governmental taxing authorities can be impacted by the local economic and fiscal environment. We evaluate our tax positions and establish liabilities in accordance with the applicable accounting guidance on uncertainty in income taxes. We review these tax uncertainties in light of changing facts and circumstances, such as the progress of tax audits, and adjust them accordingly. We have a number of audits in process in various jurisdictions. Although the resolution of these tax positions is uncertain, based on currently available information, we believe that it is more likely than not that the ultimate outcomes will not have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

Due to the number of estimates and assumptions inherent in calculating the various components of our tax provision, certain changes or future events, such as changes in tax legislation, geographic mix of earnings, completion of tax audits or earnings repatriation plans, could have an impact on those estimates and our effective tax rate.

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Acquisitions, Goodwill and Intangibles, and Long-Lived Assets

Our financial statements include the operations of an acquired business starting from the completion of the acquisition. In addition, the assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded on the date of acquisition at their respective estimated fair values, with any excess of the purchase price over the estimated fair values of the net assets acquired recorded as goodwill.

Significant judgment is required in estimating the fair value of intangible assets and in assigning their respective useful lives. Accordingly, we typically obtain the assistance of third-party valuation specialists for significant items. The fair value estimates are based on available historical information and on future expectations and assumptions deemed reasonable by management but are inherently uncertain. We typically use an income method to estimate the fair value of intangible assets, which is based on forecasts of the expected future cash flows attributable to the respective assets. Significant estimates and assumptions inherent in the valuations reflect a consideration of other marketplace participants and include the amount and timing of future cash flows (including expected growth rates and profitability), the underlying product or technology life cycles, the economic barriers to entry and the discount rate applied to the cash flows. Unanticipated market or macroeconomic events and circumstances may occur that could affect the accuracy or validity of the estimates and assumptions.

Determining the useful life of an intangible asset also requires judgment. With the exception of certain trade names, the majority of our acquired intangible assets (e.g., certain trademarks or brands, customer and distributor relationships, patents and technologies) are expected to have determinable useful lives. Our assessment as to the useful lives of these intangible assets is based on a number of factors including competitive environment, market share, trademark, brand history, underlying product life cycles, operating plans and the macroeconomic environment of the countries in which the trademarked or branded products are sold. Our estimates of the useful lives of determinable-lived intangibles are primarily based on these same factors. Determinable-lived intangible assets are amortized to expense over their estimated useful life.

In some of our acquisitions, we acquire in-process research and development (IPRD) intangible assets. IPRD is considered to be an indefinite-lived intangible asset until the research is completed (then it becomes a determinable-lived intangible asset) or determined to have no future use (then it is impaired).

The value of indefinite-lived intangible assets and goodwill is not amortized but is tested at least annually for impairment. Our impairment testing for goodwill is performed separately from our impairment testing of indefinite-lived intangibles. We perform our annual impairment test for goodwill in the fourth quarter of each year. We consider qualitative indicators of the fair value of a reporting unit when it is unlikely that a reporting unit has impaired goodwill. In certain circumstances, we also use a discounted cash flow analysis that requires certain assumptions and estimates be made regarding market conditions and our future profitability. In those circumstances we test goodwill for impairment by reviewing the book value compared to the fair value at the reporting unit level. We test individual indefinite-lived intangibles by reviewing the individual book values compared to the fair value. We determine the fair value of our reporting units and indefinite-lived intangible assets based on the income approach. Under the income approach, we calculate the fair value of our reporting units and indefinite-lived intangible assets based on the present value of estimated future

cash flows. Considerable management judgment is necessary to evaluate the impact of operating and macroeconomic changes and to estimate future cash flows to measure fair value. Assumptions used in our impairment evaluations, such as forecasted growth rates and cost of capital, are consistent with internal projections and operating plans. We believe such assumptions and estimates are also comparable to those that would be used by other marketplace participants.

We did not recognize any impairment charges for goodwill in the years presented, as our annual impairment testing indicated that all reporting unit goodwill fair values exceeded their respective recorded values. Future changes in the judgments, assumptions and estimates that are used in our impairment testing for goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, including discount and tax rates and future cash flow projections, could result in significantly different estimates of the fair values. A significant reduction in the estimated fair values could result in impairment charges that could materially affect our results of operations.

We review our other long-lived assets for indicators of impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. The evaluation is performed at the lowest level of identifiable cash flows, which is at the individual asset level or the asset group level. The undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the related assets are estimated over their useful life based on updated projections. If the evaluation indicates that the carrying amount of the assets may not be recoverable, any potential impairment is measured based upon the fair value of the related assets or asset group as determined by an appropriate market appraisal or other valuation technique. Assets classified as held for sale, if any, are recorded at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.

Legal and Other Contingencies

We are involved in various ongoing proceedings, legal actions and claims arising in the normal course of business, including proceedings related to product, labor and intellectual property, and other matters that are more fully described in Note 6 to our Consolidated Financial Statements. The outcomes of these matters will generally not be known for prolonged periods of time. In certain of the legal proceedings, the claimants seek damages, as well as other compensatory and equitable relief, that could result in the payment of significant claims and settlements and/or the imposition of injunctions or other equitable relief. For legal matters for which management had sufficient information to reasonably estimate our future obligations, a liability representing management's best estimate of the probable loss, or the minimum of the range of probable losses when a best estimate within the range is not known, for the resolution of these legal matters is recorded. The estimates are based on consultation with legal counsel, previous settlement experience and settlement strategies. If actual outcomes are less favorable than those projected by management, additional expense may be incurred, which could unfavorably affect future operating results. We are currently self-insured for product liability-related claims and expenses. The ultimate cost to us with respect to product liability claims could be materially different than the amount of the current estimates and accruals and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

Refer to Note 1 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

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ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.

We sell our products globally and, as a result, our financial results could be significantly affected by factors such as weak economic conditions or changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Our operating results are primarily exposed to changes in exchange rates among the United States Dollar, European currencies, in particular the Euro, Swiss Franc and the British Pound, the Japanese Yen, the Australian Dollar and the Canadian Dollar. We develop and manufacture products in the United States, Canada, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey and incur costs in the applicable local currencies. This global deployment of facilities serves to partially mitigate the impact of currency exchange rate changes on our cost of sales. Refer to Notes 1, 3 and 4 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for information regarding our use of derivative instruments to mitigate these risks. A hypothetical 10% change in foreign currencies relative to the United States Dollar would change the December 31, 2017 fair value by approximately $349.

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ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA.

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Stryker Corporation

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Stryker Corporation and subsidiaries (the Company) as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, the related consolidated statements of earnings and comprehensive income, shareholder’s equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2017, and the related notes and the financial statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 15(a) (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of the Company at December 31, 2017 and 2016, and the consolidated results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2017, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2017, based on criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) and our report dated February 8, 2018 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/    ERNST & YOUNG LLP

We have served as the Company's auditor since 1974

Grand Rapids, Michigan

February 8, 2018

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS

	2017			2016			2015
Net sales	$	12,444		$	11,325		$	9,946
Cost of sales	4,271			3,830			3,344
Gross profit	$	8,173		$	7,495		$	6,602
Research, development and engineering expenses	787			715			625
Selling, general and administrative expenses	4,552			4,137			3,610
Recall charges, net of insurance proceeds	173			158			296
Amortization of intangible assets	371			319			210
Total operating expenses	$	5,883		$	5,329		$	4,741
Operating income	$	2,290		$	2,166		$	1,861
Other income (expense), net	(227		)	(245		)	(126		)
Earnings before income taxes	$	2,063		$	1,921		$	1,735
Income taxes	1,043			274			296
Net earnings	$	1,020		$	1,647		$	1,439
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic net earnings per share of common stock	$	2.73		$	4.40		$	3.82
Diluted net earnings per share of common stock	$	2.68		$	4.35		$	3.78
Weighted-average shares outstanding:
Basic	374.0			374.1			376.6
Effect of dilutive employee stock options	6.1			4.4			4.3
Diluted	380.1			378.5			380.9

Anti-dilutive shares excluded from the calculation of dilutive employee stock options were de minimis in all periods.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

	2017			2016			2015
Net earnings	$	1,020		$	1,647		$	1,439
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Marketable securities	(4		)	—			(3		)
Pension plans	(2		)	(13		)	17
Unrealized gains (losses) on designated hedges	4			20			(9		)
Financial statement translation	210			(129		)	(390		)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	$	208		$	(122	)	$	(385	)
Comprehensive income	$	1,228		$	1,525		$	1,054

See accompanying notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

	2017			2016
Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$	2,542		$	3,316
Marketable securities	251			68
Accounts receivable, less allowance of $59 ($56 in 2016)	2,198			1,967
Inventories:
Materials and supplies	528			425
Work in process	148			130
Finished goods	1,789			1,475
Total inventories	$	2,465		$	2,030
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	537			480
Total current assets	$	7,993		$	7,861
Property, plant and equipment:
Land, buildings and improvements	936			820
Machinery and equipment	2,864			2,341
Total property, plant and equipment	3,800			3,161
Less allowance for depreciation	1,825			1,592
Property, plant and equipment, net	$	1,975		$	1,569
Goodwill	7,168			6,356
Other intangibles, net	3,477			3,508
Other noncurrent assets	1,584			1,141
Total assets	$	22,197		$	20,435
Liabilities and shareholders' equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	$	487		$	437
Accrued compensation	838			767
Income taxes	143			40
Dividend payable	178			159
Accrued recall expenses	196			594
Accrued expenses and other liabilities	1,011			923
Current maturities of debt	632			228
Total current liabilities	$	3,485		$	3,148
Long-term debt, excluding current maturities	6,590			6,686
Income taxes	1,261			287
Other noncurrent liabilities	881			764
Total liabilities	$	12,217		$	10,885
Shareholders' equity
Common stock, $0.10 par value	37			37
Additional paid-in capital	1,496			1,432
Retained earnings	8,986			8,842
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(553		)	(761		)
Total Stryker shareholders' equity	$	9,966		$	9,550
Noncontrolling interest	14			—
Total shareholders' equity	$	9,980		$	9,550
Total liabilities & shareholders' equity	$	22,197		$	20,435

See accompanying notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

	2017					2016					2015
	Shares		Amount			Shares		Amount			Shares		Amount
Common stock
Beginning	374.6		$	37		373.0		$	37		378.6		$	38
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans	1.7		—			1.7		—			1.8		—
Repurchase of common stock	(1.9	)	—			(0.1	)	—			(7.4	)	(1		)
Ending	374.4		$	37		374.6		$	37		373.0		$	37
Additional paid-in capital
Beginning			$	1,432				$	1,321				$	1,252
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans			(42		)			15					8
Repurchase of common stock			(7		)			(1		)			(25		)
Share-based compensation			113					97					86
Ending			$	1,496				$	1,432				$	1,321
Retained earnings
Beginning			$	8,842				$	7,792				$	7,559
Net earnings			1,020					1,647					1,439
Repurchase of common stock			(223		)			(12		)			(674		)
Cash dividends declared			(653		)			(585		)			(532		)
Ending			$	8,986				$	8,842				$	7,792
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income
Beginning			$	(761	)			$	(639	)			$	(254	)
Other comprehensive income (loss)			208					(122		)			(385		)
Ending			$	(553	)			$	(761	)			$	(639	)
Total Stryker shareholders' equity			$	9,966				$	9,550				$	8,511
Non-controlling interest
Beginning			$	—				$	—				$	—
Acquisitions			114					—					—
Interest purchased			(99		)			—					—
Net earnings attributable to noncontrolling interest			—					—					—
Foreign currency exchange translation adjustment			(1		)			—					—
Ending			$	14				—					$	—
Total shareholders' equity			$	9,980				$	9,550				$	8,511

See accompanying notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

	2017			2016			2015
Operating activities
Net earnings	$	1,020		$	1,647		$	1,439
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation	271			227			187
Amortization of intangible assets	371			319			210
Share-based compensation	113			97			86
Recall charges	173			158			349
Sale of inventory stepped up to fair value at acquisition	22			36			7
Deferred income tax benefit (expense)	36			(46		)	87
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable	(162		)	(192		)	(151		)
Inventories	(320		)	(299		)	(115		)
Accounts payable	21			(16		)	35
Accrued expenses and other liabilities	90			241			129
Recall-related payments	(526		)	(190		)	(1,206		)
Income taxes	704			(128		)	(238		)
Other, net	(254		)	61			162
Net cash provided by operating activities	$	1,559		$	1,915		$	981
Investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	(831		)	(4,332		)	(153		)
Purchases of marketable securities	(270		)	(151		)	(1,715		)
Proceeds from sales of marketable securities	87			785			4,094
Purchases of property, plant and equipment	(598		)	(490		)	(270		)
Other investing, net	(1		)	(3		)	—
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	$	(1,613	)	$	(4,191	)	$	1,956
Financing activities
Proceeds from borrowings	733			1,094			1,576
Payments on borrowings	(933		)	(1,635		)	(2,272		)
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt, net	499			3,453			744
Dividends paid	(636		)	(568		)	(521		)
Repurchase of common stock	(230		)	(13		)	(700		)
Cash paid for taxes from withheld shares	(95		)	(67		)	(56		)
Payments to purchase noncontrolling interest	(99		)	—			—
Other financing, net	(33		)	(6		)	6
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities	$	(794	)	$	2,258		$	(1,223	)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	74			(45		)	(130		)
Change in cash and cash equivalents	$	(774	)	$	(63	)	$	1,584
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	3,316			3,379			1,795
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$	2,542		$	3,316		$	3,379
Supplemental cash flow disclosure:
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds	$	312		$	510		$	497
Cash paid for interest on debt	$	264		$	180		$	101

See accompanying notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTE 1 - SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Nature of Operations: Stryker Corporation (the "Company," "we," "us," or "our") is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that improve patient and hospital outcomes. Our products include implants used in joint replacement and trauma surgeries; surgical equipment and surgical navigation systems; endoscopic and communications systems; patient handling, emergency medical equipment and intensive care disposable products; neurosurgical, neurovascular and spinal devices; as well as other products used in a variety of medical specialties.

Basis of Presentation and Consolidation: The Consolidated Financial Statements include the Company and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation. We have no material interests in variable interest entities and none that require consolidation. Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the presentation of our Consolidated Financial Statements in 2017.

Use of Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of net sales and expenses in the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Revenue Recognition: Sales are recognized when revenue is realized or realizable and has been earned. Our policy is to recognize revenue when title to the product, ownership and risk of loss transfer to the customer, which can be on the date of shipment, the date of receipt by the customer or, for most Orthopaedics products, when we receive appropriate notification that the product has been used or implanted. A provision for estimated sales returns, discounts, rebates and other sales incentives is recorded as a reduction of net sales in the same period that the revenue is recognized. Shipping and handling costs charged to customers are included in net sales.

Cost of Sales: Cost of sales is primarily comprised of direct materials and supplies consumed in the manufacture of product, as well as manufacturing labor, depreciation expense and direct overhead expense necessary to acquire and convert the purchased materials and supplies into finished product. Cost of sales also includes the cost to distribute products to customers, inbound freight costs, warehousing costs and other shipping and handling activity.

Research, Development and Engineering Expenses: Research and development costs are charged to expense as incurred. Costs include research, development and engineering activities relating to the development of new products, improvement of existing products, technical support of products and compliance with governmental regulations for the protection of customers and patients. Costs primarily consist of salaries, wages, consulting and depreciation and maintenance of research facilities and equipment.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses: Selling, general and administrative expense is primarily comprised of selling expenses, marketing expenses, administrative and other indirect overhead costs, amortization of loaner instrumentation, depreciation and amortization expense of non-manufacturing assets and other miscellaneous operating items.

Currency Translation: Financial statements of subsidiaries outside the United States generally are measured using the local currency as the functional currency. Adjustments to translate those statements into United States Dollars are recorded in other comprehensive income (OCI). Transactional exchange gains and losses are included in earnings.

Cash Equivalents: Highly liquid investments with remaining stated maturities of three months or less when purchased are considered cash equivalents and recorded at cost.

Marketable Securities: Marketable securities consist of marketable debt securities, certificates of deposit and mutual funds. Mutual funds are acquired to offset changes in certain liabilities related to deferred compensation arrangements and are expected to be used to settle these liabilities. Pursuant to our investment policy, all individual marketable security investments must have a minimum credit quality of single A (Standard & Poor’s and Fitch) and A2 (Moody’s Corporation) at the time of acquisition, while the overall portfolio of marketable securities must maintain a minimum average credit quality of double A (Standard & Poor’s and Fitch) or Aa (Moody’s Corporation). In the event of a rating downgrade below the minimum credit quality subsequent to purchase, the marketable security investment is evaluated to determine the appropriate action to take to minimize the overall risk to our marketable security investment portfolio. Our marketable securities are classified as available-for-sale and trading securities. Investments in trading securities represent participant-directed investments of deferred employee compensation.

Accounts Receivable: Accounts receivable consists of trade and other miscellaneous receivables. An allowance is maintained for doubtful accounts for estimated losses in the collection of accounts receivable. Estimates are made regarding the ability of customers to make required payments based on historical credit experience and expected future trends. Accounts receivable are written off when all reasonable collection efforts are exhausted.

Inventories: Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, with cost generally determined using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) cost method. For excess and obsolete inventory resulting from the potential inability to sell specific products at prices in excess of current carrying costs, reserves are maintained to reduce current carrying cost to market prices.

Financial Instruments: Our financial instruments consist of cash, cash equivalents, marketable securities, accounts receivable, other investments, accounts payable, debt and foreign currency exchange contracts. The carrying value of our financial instruments, with the exception of our senior unsecured notes, approximates fair value on December 31, 2017 and 2016. Refer to Note 2 and 9 for further details.

All marketable securities are recognized at fair value. Adjustments to the fair value of marketable securities that are classified as available-for-sale are recorded as increases or decreases, net of income taxes, within accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) in shareholders’ equity and adjustments to the fair value of marketable securities that are classified as trading are recorded in earnings. The amortized cost of marketable debt securities is adjusted for amortization of premiums and discounts to maturity computed under the effective interest method. Such amortization and interest and realized gains and losses are included in other income (expense), net. The cost of securities sold is determined by the specific identification method.

We review declines in the fair value of our investments classified as available-for-sale to determine whether the decline in fair value is an other-than-temporary impairment. The resulting losses from

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other-than-temporary impairments of available-for-sale marketable securities are included in earnings.

Derivatives: All derivatives are recognized at fair value and reported on a gross basis. We enter into forward currency exchange contracts to mitigate the impact of currency fluctuations on transactions denominated in nonfunctional currencies, thereby limiting our risk that would otherwise result from changes in exchange rates. The periods of the forward currency exchange contracts correspond to the periods of the exposed transactions, with realized gains and losses included in the measurement and recording of transactions denominated in the nonfunctional currencies. All forward currency exchange contracts are recorded at their fair value each period.

Forward currency exchange contracts designated as cash flow hedges are designed to hedge the variability of cash flows associated with forecasted transactions denominated in a foreign currency that will take place in the future. These nonfunctional currency exposures principally relate to forecasted intercompany purchases of manufactured products and generally have maturities up to eighteen months. Changes in value of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges are recorded in AOCI on the Consolidated Balance Sheets until earnings are affected by the variability of the underlying cash flows. At that time, the applicable amount of gain or loss from the derivative instrument that is deferred in shareholders’ equity is reclassified into earnings and is included in other income (expense), net or cost of goods sold in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings, depending on the underlying transaction that is being hedged. Cash flows associated with these hedges are included in cash from operations in the same category as the cash flows from the items being hedged.

Derivative forward contracts are used to offset our exposure to the change in value of specific foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities, primarily intercompany payables and receivables. These derivatives are not designated as hedges and, therefore, changes in the value of these forward contracts are recognized in earnings, thereby offsetting the current earnings effect of the related changes in value of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The estimated fair value of our forward currency exchange contracts represents the measurement of the contracts at month-end spot rates as adjusted by current forward points.

We designated certain long-term intercompany loans payable and forward exchange contracts as net investment hedges of our investments in certain international subsidiaries that use the Euro as their functional currency. For derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as a net investment hedge, the effective portion of the derivative's gain or loss is recognized in OCI and reported as a component of AOCI. We use the forward method to measure ineffectiveness. Under this method the change in the carrying value of the Euro-denominated amounts due to remeasurement of the effective portion is reported as a component of AOCI. The remaining change in the carrying value of the ineffective portion, if any, is recognized in other income (expense), net. The gain or loss related to settled net investment hedges will be subsequently reclassified into net earnings when the hedged net investment is either sold or substantially liquidated.

Forward starting interest rate derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges are used to manage the exposure to interest rate volatility with regard to future issuance and refinancing of debt. The effective portion of the gain or loss on a forward starting interest rate derivative instrument that is designated and qualifies as a cash flow hedge is reported as a component of AOCI. Beginning in the period in which the debt refinancing occurs and the related derivative instruments is terminated, the effective portion of the

gains or losses is then reclassified into interest expense over the term of the related debt.

Interest rate derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges are being used to manage the exposure to interest rate movements and to reduce borrowing costs by converting fixed-rate debt into floating-rate debt. Under these agreements, we agree to exchange, at specified intervals, the difference between fixed and floating interest amounts calculated by reference to an agreed-upon notional principal amount.

Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost. Depreciation is generally computed by the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of three to 30 years for buildings and improvements and three to 10 years for machinery and equipment.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: Goodwill represents the excess of purchase price over fair value of tangible net assets of acquired businesses at the acquisition date, after amounts allocated to other identifiable intangible assets. Factors that contribute to the recognition of goodwill include synergies that are specific to our business and not available to other market participants and are expected to increase net sales and profits; acquisition of a talented workforce; cost savings opportunities; the strategic benefit of expanding our presence in core and adjacent markets; and diversifying our product portfolio.

The fair values of other identifiable intangible assets are primarily determined using the income approach. Other intangible assets include, but are not limited to, developed technology, customer and distributor relationships (which reflect expected continued customer or distributor patronage) and trademarks and patents. Intangible assets with determinable useful lives are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives of four to 40 years. Certain acquired trade names are considered to have indefinite lives and are not amortized, but are assessed annually for potential impairment as described below.

In some of our acquisitions, we acquire in-process research and development (IPRD), which is an indefinite-lived intangible asset. IPRD where research has been completed becomes a determinable-lived intangible asset and IPRD determined to have no future use becomes impaired.

Goodwill, Intangibles and Long-Lived Asset Impairment Tests: We perform our annual impairment test for goodwill in the fourth quarter of each year. We consider qualitative indicators of the fair value of a reporting unit when it is unlikely that a reporting unit has impaired goodwill. In certain circumstances, we may also utilize a discounted cash flow analysis that requires certain assumptions and estimates be made regarding market conditions and our future profitability. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are also tested at least annually for impairment by comparing the individual carrying values to the fair value.

We review long-lived assets for indicators of impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. The evaluation is performed at the lowest level of identifiable cash flows. Undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the related assets are estimated over the asset's useful life based on updated projections. If the evaluation indicates that the carrying amount of the asset may not be recoverable, any potential impairment is measured based upon the fair value of the related asset or asset group as determined by an appropriate market appraisal or other valuation technique. Assets classified as held for sale are recorded at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.

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Share-Based Compensation: We use share based compensation in the form of stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs) and performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs). Stock options are granted under long-term incentive plans to certain key employees and non-employee directors at an exercise price not less than the fair market value of the underlying common stock, which is the quoted closing price of our common stock on the day prior to the date of grant. The options are granted for periods of up to 10 years and become exercisable in varying installments.

We grant RSUs to key employees and non-employee directors and PSUs to certain key employees under our long-term incentive plans. The fair value of RSUs is determined based on the number of shares granted and the quoted closing price of our common stock on the date of grant, adjusted for the fact that RSUs do not include anticipated dividends. RSUs generally vest in one-third increments over a three-year period and are settled in stock. PSUs are earned over a three-year performance cycle and vest in March of the year following the end of that performance cycle. The number of PSUs that will ultimately be earned is based on our performance relative to pre-established goals in that three-year performance cycle. The fair value of PSUs is determined based on the quoted closing price of our common stock on the day of grant.

Compensation expense is recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings based on the estimated fair value of the awards on the grant date. Compensation expense recognized reflects an estimate of the number of awards expected to vest after taking into consideration an estimate of award forfeitures based on actual experience and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period, which is generally the period required to obtain full vesting. Management expectations related to the achievement of performance goals associated with PSU grants is assessed regularly and that assessment is used to determine whether PSU grants are expected to vest. If performance-based milestones related to PSU grants are not met or not expected to be met, any compensation expense recognized associated with such grants will be reversed.

Income Taxes: Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between financial reporting and income tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted income tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. Deferred income tax benefits generally represent the change in net deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the year. Other amounts result from adjustments related to acquisitions and foreign currency as appropriate.

We operate in multiple income tax jurisdictions both within the United States and internationally. Accordingly, management must determine the appropriate allocation of income to each of these jurisdictions based on current interpretations of complex income tax regulations. Income tax authorities in these jurisdictions regularly perform audits of our income tax filings. Income tax audits associated with the allocation of this income and other complex issues, including inventory transfer pricing and cost sharing, product royalty and foreign branch arrangements, may require an extended period of time to resolve and may result in significant income tax adjustments if changes to the income allocation are required between jurisdictions with different income tax rates.

New Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted

In August 2017 the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging - Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities, which amends and simplifies hedge accounting guidance, as well as improves presentation and disclosure to align the economic effects of risk management strategies in the financial

statements. The update is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018 including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted. We have performed a preliminary assessment of the impact from this update and do not expect the adoption of this standard to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements. We are currently evaluating our timing of adopting this standard.

In May 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-09, Compensation - Stock Compensation, which revises the guidance related to changes in terms or conditions of a share-based payment award. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 and do not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In March 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-07, Compensation - Retirement Benefits, which revises the recognition and presentation of the elements of net pension benefit costs. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 and do not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In February 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases. This update requires an entity to recognize assets and liabilities on the balance sheet for leases with terms greater than 12 months. We are in the process of evaluating the impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements and anticipate most of our current operating leases, as well as some service contracts, will result in the recognition of right to use assets and corresponding lease liabilities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. We also anticipate changes in classification between financial statement line items in our Consolidated Statements of Earnings and Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, but do not anticipate adoption of the update will have a material impact on net earnings and cash flows. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2019.

In October 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-16, Income Taxes, Intra-Entity Transfers of Assets Other Than Inventory, which requires companies to account for the income tax effect of intercompany sales and transfers of assets other than inventory when the transfer occurs. Under current guidance, we defer the income tax effects of intercompany transfers of assets until the asset has been sold to an outside party or otherwise recognized. We will adopt this update on January 1, 2018. We have finalized our assessment of the impact from this update and have recorded a cumulative-effect adjustment to decrease retained earnings in the amount of approximately $696 as of January 1, 2018.

In May 2014 the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. This update outlines a single, comprehensive model for accounting for revenue from contracts with customers. The guidance permits two methods of adoption: retrospectively to each prior reporting period presented (full retrospective method) or retrospectively with the cumulative effect of initially applying the guidance recognized at the date of initial application (modified retrospective method). We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 using the modified retrospective approach by recognizing the cumulative effect of initially applying the standard as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings for 2018. We have finalized our assessment of the impact from this update and have recorded a cumulative-effect adjustment to decrease retained earnings in the amount of $55 as of January 1, 2018. We expect the impact from adoption of this standard will be recognized in our Consolidated Statements of Earnings in 2018.

Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted

On January 1, 2017 we adopted ASU 2016-09, Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting. The impact on our Consolidated Statements of Earnings in 2017 was a tax benefit of $57. In our prior year

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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow we reclassified $36 from other financing to income taxes within operating activities to conform to current year presentation.

On January 1, 2017 we adopted ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows: Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments. The adoption of this update did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

No other new accounting pronouncements were issued or became effective in the period that had, or are expected to have, a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

NOTE 2 - FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Financial assets and liabilities carried at fair value are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input and disclosed in one of the following three categories:

Level 1	Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2	Observable market-based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data.
Level 3	Unobservable inputs reflecting our assumptions or external inputs from active markets.

Use of observable market data, when available, is required in making fair value measurements. When inputs used fall within different levels of the hierarchy, the level within which the fair value measurement is categorized is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement. We determine fair value for Level 1 instruments using exchange-traded prices for identical instruments. We determine fair value of Level 2 instruments using exchange-traded prices of similar instruments, where available, or utilizing other observable inputs that take into account our credit risk and that of our counterparties. Foreign currency exchange contracts and interest rate hedges are included in Level 2 and we use inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability. The Level 2 derivative instruments are primarily valued using standard calculations and models that use readily observable market data as their basis. Our Level 3 liabilities are comprised of contingent consideration arising from recently completed acquisitions. We determine fair value of these Level 3 liabilities using a discounted cash flow technique or the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Significant unobservable inputs were used in our assessment of fair value, including assumptions regarding future business results, discount rates, discount periods and probability assessments based on likelihood of reaching various targets. We remeasure the fair value of our assets and liabilities each reporting period. We record the changes in fair value within selling, general and administrative expense and the changes in the time value of money within other income (expense), net.

Assets Measured at Fair Value
	2017		2016
Cash and cash equivalents	$	2,542	$	3,316
Trading marketable securities	121		94
Level 1 - Assets	$	2,663	$	3,410
Available-for-sale marketable securities:
Corporate and asset-backed debt securities	$	125	$	25
Foreign government debt securities	2		—
United States agency debt securities	27		9
United States treasury debt securities	70		16
Certificates of deposit	27		18
Total available-for-sale marketable securities	$	251	$	68
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	15		45
Interest rate swap asset	49		57
Level 2 - Assets	$	315	$	170
Total assets measured at fair value	$	2,978	$	3,580

Liabilities Measured at Fair Value
	2017			2016
Deferred compensation arrangements	$	121		$	94
Level 1 - Liabilities	$	121		$	94
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	$	37		$	18
Level 2 - Liabilities	$	37		$	18
Contingent consideration:
Beginning	$	86		$	56
Additions	3			49
Change in estimate	2			(7		)
Settlements	(59		)	(12		)
Ending	$	32		$	86
Level 3 - Liabilities	$	32		$	86
Total liabilities measured at fair value	$	190		$	198

Fair Value of Available for Sale Securities by Maturity
	2017		2016
Due in one year or less	$	107	$	36
Due after one year through three years	$	144	$	32

On December 31, 2017 the aggregate difference between the cost and fair value of available-for-sale marketable securities was nominal. Interest receivable was $1 and less than $1 in 2017 and 2016 related to our marketable security portfolio. Interest and marketable securities income was $60, $29, and $14 in 2017, 2016, and 2015, which was recorded in other income (expense), net.

Our investments in available-for-sale marketable securities had a minimum credit quality rating of A2 (Moody's), A (Standard & Poor's) and A (Fitch). We do not plan to sell the investments, and it is not more likely than not that we will be required to sell the investments before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be maturity. We do not consider these investments to be other-than-temporarily impaired on December 31, 2017. On December 31, 2017 substantially all our investments with unrealized losses that were not deemed to be other-than-temporarily impaired were in a continuous unrealized loss position for less than twelve months, and the losses were nominal.

Securities in a Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Number of Investments	Fair Value
Corporate and Asset-Backed	118	$	108
Foreign government	1	2
United States Agency	15	20
United States Treasury	20	70
Certificate of Deposit	28	23
Total	182	$	223

NOTE 3 - DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

Foreign Currency Hedges

We use operational and economic hedges, foreign currency exchange forward contracts, net investment hedges (both long-term

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intercompany loans payable and forward exchange contracts) and interest rate derivative instruments to manage the impact of currency exchange and interest rate fluctuations on earnings and cash flow. We do not enter into derivative instruments for speculative purposes. We are exposed to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by counterparties on our outstanding derivative instruments but do not anticipate nonperformance by any of our counterparties. Should a counterparty default, our maximum exposure to loss is the asset balance of the instrument.

2017	Designated			Non-Designated			Total
Gross notional amount	$	1,104		$	4,767		$	5,871
Maximum term in days							548
Fair value:
Other current assets	$	11		$	4		$	15
Other noncurrent assets	1			—			1
Other current liabilities	(7		)	(29		)	(36		)
Other noncurrent liabilities	(1		)	—			(1		)
Total fair value	$	4		$	(25	)	$	(21	)
2016
Gross notional amount	$	1,058		$	2,841		$	3,899
Maximum term in days							548
Fair value:
Other current assets	$	24		$	17		$	41
Other noncurrent assets	4			—			4
Other current liabilities	(9		)	(7		)	(16		)
Other noncurrent liabilities	(2		)	—			(2		)
Total fair value	$	17		$	10		$	27

On December 31, 2017 the total after-tax amount in AOCI related to our designated net investment hedges was $30. We evaluate the effectiveness of our net investment hedges quarterly. We have not recognized any ineffectiveness in 2017.

Net Currency Exchange Rate Gains (Losses)
Recorded in:	2017			2016			2015
Cost of sales	$	(6	)	$	—		$	19
Other income (expense), net	(9		)	(19		)	(22		)
Total	$	(15	)	$	(19	)	$	(3	)

On December 31, 2017 pretax gains recorded in AOCI on derivatives designated as hedges that are expected to be reclassified to earnings within 12 months of the balance sheet date were $7 compared with less than $1 on December 31, 2016. This reclassification is primarily due to the sale of inventory that includes previously hedged purchases. There were de minimis ineffective portions of derivatives, which are included in the table above.

Interest Rate Hedges

On December 31, 2017 we had interest rate swaps with notional amounts of $600 designated as forward starting interest rate swaps in anticipation of future debt issuances. The market value of outstanding interest rate swap agreements on December 31, 2017 was $44, which was recorded in other current assets with an offsetting amount recorded in AOCI. Upon the probable issuance of the debt, these amounts will be released to interest expense over the term of the debt. The cash flow effect of this hedge is recorded in cash flow from operations.

On December 31, 2017 we had interest rate swaps with gross notional amounts of $500 designated as fair value hedges of underlying fixed rate obligations representing a portion of our $600 senior unsecured notes due in 2024. There was no hedge ineffectiveness recorded as a result of these fair value hedges in 2017.

Fair Value Interest Rate Hedge Instruments
	2017			2016
Gross notional amount	$	500		$	500
Fair value:
Other noncurrent assets	5			9
Long-term debt	(5		)	(9		)
Total	$	—		$	—

NOTE 4 - ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME (AOCI)

	Marketable Securities			Pension Plans			Hedges			Financial Statement Translation			Total
2015	$	—		$	(119	)	$	4		$	(524	)	$	(639	)
OCI	3			(20		)	35			(112		)	(94		)
Income taxes	(1		)	3			(15		)	(17		)	(30		)
Reclassifications to:
Cost of Sales	—			6			—			—			6
Other income	(3		)	—			—			—			(3		)
Income taxes	1			(2		)	—			—			(1		)
Net OCI	—			(13		)	20			(129		)	(122		)
2016	$	—		$	(132	)	$	24		$	(653	)	$	(761	)
OCI	(7		)	(27		)	(4		)	163			125
Income taxes	1			19			4			47			71
Reclassifications to:
Cost of Sales	—			8			6			—			14
Other Income	2			—			—			—			2
Income taxes	—			(2		)	(2		)	—			(4		)
Net OCI	(4		)	(2		)	4			210			208
2017	$	(4	)	$	(134	)	$	28		$	(443	)	$	(553	)

NOTE 5 - ACQUISITIONS

In 2017 and 2016 total cash paid for acquisitions was $831 and $4,332. We acquired stock in companies and various assets that continue to support our capital deployment and product development strategies.

In December 2017 we announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire Entellus Medical, Inc. (Entellus), a high-growth global medical technology company focused on delivering superior patient and physician experiences through products designed for the minimally invasive treatment of various ear, nose and throat (ENT) disease states, for $24.00 per share, or total consideration of approximately $662. Entellus, which had net sales of approximately $75 in 2016, will be integrated into the Instruments business within MedSurg. We expect the acquisition to close in February 2018.

In September 2017 we completed the acquisition of NOVADAQ Technologies Inc. (NOVADAQ) for total consideration of approximately $716. NOVADAQ is a leading developer of fluorescence imaging technology that provides surgeons with visualization of blood flow in vessels and related tissue perfusion in cardiac, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, plastic, microsurgical, and reconstructive procedures. This acquisition enhances product offerings within our MedSurg segment. Goodwill related to the NOVADAQ acquisition is not deductible for tax purposes.

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Purchase Price Allocation of Acquired Net Assets
	2017			2016
	NOVADAQ			Sage			Physio
Purchase price paid	$	716		$	2,870		$	1,299
Contingent consideration	—			5			—
Total consideration	$	716		$	2,875		$	1,299
Tangible assets acquired:
Cash	42			91			32
Accounts receivable	11			29			107
Inventory	39			63			61
Other assets	9			80			103
Liabilities	(58		)	(83		)	(364		)
Intangible assets:
Customer relationship	18			930			344
Trade name	1			70			160
Developed technology and patents	133			173			226
IPRD	—			—			7
Goodwill	521			1,522			623
	$	716		$	2,875		$	1,299
Weighted average life of intangible assets	14			15			14

Purchase price allocations for NOVADAQ and other acquisitions in 2017 and 2016 were based on preliminary valuations. Our estimates and assumptions are subject to change within the measurement period. The purchase price allocation for the acquisitions of Sage Products, LLC (Sage) and Physio-Control International, Inc. (Physio) was finalized in 2017. Goodwill related to the Sage acquisition is deductible for tax purposes.

NOTE 6 - CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS

We are involved in various ongoing proceedings, legal actions and claims arising in the normal course of business, including proceedings related to product, labor, intellectual property and other matters that are more fully described below. The outcomes of these matters will generally not be known for prolonged periods of time. In certain of the legal proceedings, the claimants seek damages as well as other compensatory and equitable relief that could result in the payment of significant claims and settlements and/or the imposition of injunctions or other equitable relief. For legal matters for which management had sufficient information to reasonably estimate our future obligations, a liability representing management's best estimate of the probable loss, or the minimum of the range of probable losses when a best estimate within the range is not known, is recorded. The estimates are based on consultation with legal counsel, previous settlement experience and settlement strategies. If actual outcomes are less favorable than those estimated by management, additional expense may be incurred, which could unfavorably affect future operating results. We are self-insured for product liability claims and expenses. The ultimate cost to us with respect to product liability claims could be materially different than the amount of the current estimates and accruals and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

In June 2012 we voluntarily recalled our Rejuvenate and ABG II Modular-Neck hip stems and terminated global distribution of these hip products. Product liability lawsuits relating to this voluntary recall have been filed against us. On November 3, 2014 we announced that we had entered into a settlement agreement to compensate eligible United States patients who had revision surgery to replace their Rejuvenate and/or ABG II Modular-Neck hip stem prior to that date and in December 2016 the settlement program was extended to patients who had revision surgery prior to December 19, 2016. We continue to offer support for recall-related care and reimburse patients who are not eligible to enroll in the settlement program for testing and treatment services, including any necessary revision surgeries. In addition, some lawsuits will remain and we will continue

to defend against them. Based on the information that has been received, the actuarially determined range of probable loss to resolve this matter globally is currently estimated to be approximately $2,072 to $2,307 ($2,304 to $2,539 before $232 of third-party insurance recoveries). We recorded additional charges to earnings of $104 in 2017, representing the excess of the minimum of the range over the previously recorded reserves. The final outcome of this matter is dependent on many factors that are difficult to predict including the number of enrollees in the settlement program and the total awards to them, the number and costs of patients not eligible for the settlement program who seek testing and treatment services and require revision surgery and the number and actual costs to resolve the remaining lawsuits. Accordingly, the ultimate cost to resolve this entire matter globally may be materially different than the amount of the current estimate and accruals and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

In 2010 we filed a lawsuit in federal court against Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (Zimmer), alleging that a Zimmer product infringed on three of our patents. In 2013 following a jury trial favorable to us, the trial judge entered a final judgment that, among other things, awarded us damages of $76 and ordered Zimmer to pay us enhanced damages. Zimmer appealed this ruling. In December 2014 the Federal Circuit affirmed the damages awarded to us, reversed the order for enhanced damages and remanded the issue of attorney fees to the trial court. In May 2015 the trial court entered a stipulated judgment that, among other things, required Zimmer to pay us the base amount of damages and interest, while the issues of enhanced damages and attorney fees continue to be pursued. In June 2015 we recorded a $54 gain, net of legal costs, which was recorded within selling, general and administrative expenses. On June 13, 2016 the United States Supreme Court vacated the decision of the Federal Circuit that reversed our judgment for enhanced damages and remanded the case to the Federal Circuit to reconsider the issue. On September 12, 2016 the Federal Circuit issued an opinion that, among other things, remanded the issue of enhanced damages to the trial court. On July 12, 2017 the trial court reaffirmed its award of enhanced damages and entered a judgment of $164 in our favor. On July 24, 2017 Zimmer filed a notice of appeal of this decision.

Future Obligations

We have purchase commitments for materials, supplies, services and property, plant and equipment as part of the normal course of business. In addition, we lease various manufacturing, warehousing and distribution facilities, administrative and sales offices as well as equipment under operating leases. Rent expense totaled $125, $112, and $101 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Refer to Note 9 for more information on the debt obligations.

Future Obligations
	2018		2019		2020		2021		2022		Thereafter
Debt repayments	$	600	$	1,250	$	500	$	750	$	—	$	4,150
Purchase obligations	$	1,046	$	95	$	2	$	1	$	—	$	—
Minimum lease payments	$	106	$	63	$	45	$	31	$	21	$	60

NOTE 7 - GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

We completed our annual impairment tests of goodwill in 2017 and 2016 and concluded in each year that no impairments exist.

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Summary of Other Intangible Assets
	Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	Gross Carrying Amount		Less Accumulated Amortization		Net Carrying Amount
Developed technologies
2017	12	$	2,416	$	917	$	1,499
2016	14	2,091		706		1,385
Customer relationships
2017	15	$	2,088	$	561	$	1,527
2016	15	2,049		407		1,642
Patents
2017	10	$	340	$	227	$	113
2016	11	317		206		111
Trademarks
2017	18	$	352	$	84	$	268
2016	18	348		59		289
In-process research and development
2017	N/A	$	25	—		$	25
2016	N/A	30		—		30
Other
2017	9	$	93	$	48	$	45
2016	12	115		64		51
Total
2017	14	$	5,314	$	1,837	$	3,477
2016	15	$	4,950	$	1,442	$	3,508

Changes in the Net Carrying Value of Goodwill by Segment
	Orthopaedics			MedSurg			Neurotechnology and Spine			Total
2015	$	2,344		$	782		$	1,010		$	4,136
Additions and adjustments	72			2,196			62			2,330
Foreign exchange	(44		)	(44		)	(22		)	(110		)
2016	$	2,372		$	2,934		$	1,050		$	6,356
Additions and adjustments	2			553			109			664
Foreign exchange	52			22			74			148
2017	$	2,426		$	3,509		$	1,233		$	7,168

Estimated Amortization Expense
2018		2019		2020		2021		2022
$	368	$	355	$	330	$	318	$	311

NOTE 8 - CAPITAL STOCK

The aggregate number of shares of all classes of stock with which we are authorized to issue is up to 1,000,500,000, divided into two classes consisting of 500,000 shares of $1 par value preferred stock and 1,000,000,000 shares of common stock with a par value of $0.10. No shares of preferred stock were outstanding on December 31, 2017.

In 2017 we repurchased 1.9 million shares at a cost of $230. The manner, timing and amount of repurchases are determined by management based on an evaluation of market conditions, stock price and other factors and are subject to regulatory considerations. Purchases are made from time-to-time in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or otherwise. On December 31, 2017 the total dollar value of shares that could be purchased under our authorized repurchase program was $1,640.

Shares reserved for future compensation grants of our common stock were 37 million and 11 million on December 31, 2017 and 2016.

Stock Options

We measure the cost of employee stock options based on the grant-date fair value and recognize that cost using the straight-line method over the period in which a recipient is required to provide services in exchange for the options, typically the vesting period. The

weighted-average fair value per share of options is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model.

Option Value and Assumptions
	2017			2016			2015
Weighted-average fair value per share	$	22.43		$	17.73		$	22.55
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	2.0		%	1.3		%	1.8		%
Expected dividend yield	1.5		%	1.6		%	1.6		%
Expected stock price volatility	19.4		%	20.5		%	25.5		%
Expected option life (years)	6.0			6.1			7.3

The risk-free interest rate for periods within the expected life of options granted is based on the United States Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant. Expected stock price volatility is based on the historical volatility of our stock. The expected option life, representing the period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding, is based on historical option exercise and employee termination data.

2017 Stock Option Activity
	Shares (in millions)		Weighted Average Exercise Price		Weighted-Average Remaining Term (in years)	Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Outstanding January 1	14.9		$	73.14
Granted	2.9		122.66
Exercised	(2.5	)	62.66
Canceled	(0.6	)	97.87
Outstanding December 31	14.7		$	83.71	5.4	$	956.5
Exercisable December 31	7.5		$	65.47	4.2	$	666.8
Options expected to vest	6.6		$	101.83	7.9	$	347.9

The aggregate intrinsic value of options, which represents the cumulative difference between the fair market value of the underlying common stock and the option exercise prices, exercised was $184, $128, and $98 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Exercise prices for options outstanding ranged from $38.71 to $154.87 on December 31, 2017. On December 31, 2017 there was $90 of unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested stock options granted under the long-term incentive plans; that cost is expected to be recognized over the weighted-average period of approximately 1.6 years.

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Performance Stock Units (PSUs) Activity
	Shares (in millions)				Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
	RSUs		PSUs		RSUs		PSUs
Nonvested on January 1	1.1		0.3		$	90.10	$	91.19
Granted	0.5		0.1		117.44		122.41
Vested	(0.5	)	(0.1	)	87.08		81.14
Canceled or forfeited	(0.1	)	—		102.01		92.18
Nonvested on December 31	1.0		0.3		$	104.85	$	104.51

On December 31, 2017 there was $56 of unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested RSUs. That cost is expected to be recognized as expense over the weighted-average period of approximately one year. The weighted-average grant date fair value per share of RSUs granted was $117.44 and $94.70 in 2017 and 2016. The fair value of RSUs and PSUs vested in 2017 was $44 and $7. On December 31, 2017 there was $13 of unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested PSUs; the cost is expected to be recognized as expense over the weighted-average period of approximately one year.

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Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP)

Full- and part-time employees may participate in our ESPP provided they meet certain eligibility requirements. The purchase price for our common stock under the terms of the ESPP is defined as 95% of the closing stock price on the last trading day of a purchase period. We issued 163,415 and 159,329 shares under the ESPP in 2017 and 2016.

NOTE 9 - DEBT AND CREDIT FACILITIES

In January 2017 we issued $500 of senior unsecured notes with a fixed interest rate of 1.800% due on January 15, 2019. Our commercial paper program allows us to have a maximum of $1,500 in commercial paper outstanding with maturities up to 397 days from the date of issuance. On December 31, 2017 there were no amounts outstanding under our commercial paper program.

We have lines of credit issued by various financial institutions that are available to fund our day-to-day operating needs. Certain of our credit facilities require us to comply with financial and other covenants. We were in compliance with all covenants on December 31, 2017.

Summary of Total Debt
			2017		2016
Senior unsecured notes:
	Rate	Due
	1.300%	April 1, 2018	$	600	$	598
	1.800%	January 15, 2019	499		—
	2.000%	March 8, 2019	748		746
	4.375%	January 15, 2020	498		497
	2.625%	March 15, 2021	746		745
	3.375%	May 15, 2024	598		602
	3.375%	November 1, 2025	745		744
	3.500%	March 15, 2026	988		987
	4.100%	April 1, 2043	391		391
	4.375%	May 15, 2044	394		395
	4.625%	March 15, 2046	980		979
Commercial paper			—		200
Other			35		30
Total debt			$	7,222	$	6,914
Less current maturities			632		228
Total long-term debt			$	6,590	$	6,686
Unamortized debt issuance costs			$	39	$	45
Borrowing capacity on existing facilities			$	1,547	$	1,551
Fair value of senior unsecured notes			$	7,521	$	6,762

The fair value of the senior unsecured notes was estimated using quoted interest rates, maturities and amounts of borrowings based on quoted active market prices and yields that took into account the underlying terms of the debt instruments. Substantially all of our debt is classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy.

Interest expense, including required fees incurred on outstanding debt and credit facilities that were included in other expense, totaled $247, $228, and $108 in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

NOTE 10 - INCOME TAXES

Our effective tax rate was 50.6%, 14.3% and 17.1% for 2017, 2016 and 2015. The effective income tax rate for 2017 reflects the impact of complying with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, signed into law in December 2017, partially offset by the benefits from the adoption of ASU 2016-09 Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting on January 1, 2017 and continued lower effective income tax rates as a result of the European headquarters. The establishment of the European regional headquarters contributed to the lower effective income tax rates in 2016 and 2015.

Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation
	2017		2016		2015
United States federal statutory rate	35.0	%	35.0	%	35.0	%
United States state and local income taxes, less federal deduction	1.2		1.7		2.1
Foreign income tax at rates other than 35%	(21.0	)	(22.2	)	(17.6	)
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 transition tax	38.0		—		—
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 deferred tax changes	2.3		—		—
Tax related to repatriation of foreign earnings	—		(0.3	)	(3.9	)
Other	(4.9	)	0.1		1.5
Effective income tax rate	50.6	%	14.3	%	17.1	%

In December 2017 the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the Act) was signed into law in the United States. The law includes significant changes to the United States corporate income tax system, including a federal corporate rate reduction, limitations on the deductibility of certain expenses, and the transition of United States international taxation from a worldwide tax system to a territorial tax system. As part of the transition to a territorial tax system, the Act requires taxpayers to calculate a one-time transition tax based on undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries. We recorded the transition tax in our current year results which significantly impacted our effective tax rate. Additionally, we recorded additional tax expense to adjust certain deferred tax accounts to the new corporate tax rate.

These amounts are our best estimate based on the current information and guidance available at this time and represent provisional estimates of the transition tax related charge and change in deferred tax accounts charge associated with the Actand will be finalized in 2018.

Earnings Before Income Taxes
	2017		2016		2015
United States	$	499	$	542	$	475
International	1,564		1,379		1,260
Total	$	2,063	$	1,921	$	1,735

Components of Income Tax Expense
Current income tax expense:	2017			2016			2015
United States federal	$	836		$	94		$	78
United States state and local	38			50			23
International	133			176			108
Total current income tax expense	$	1,007		$	320		$	209
Deferred income tax expense (benefit):
United States federal	$	84		$	(17	)	$	2
United States state and local	(9		)	(12		)	8
International	(39		)	(17		)	77
Total deferred income tax expense (benefit)	$	36		$	(46	)	$	87
Total income tax expense	$	1,043		$	274		$	296

Interest and penalties included in other income (expense), net were expense of ($28), ($1) and ($4) in 2017, 2016 and 2015. The United States federal deferred income tax expense (benefit) includes the utilization of net operating loss carryforwards of $32, $28 and $79 in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

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Deferred Income Tax Assets and Liabilities
Deferred income tax assets:	2017			2016
Inventories	$	480		$	583
Product-related liabilities	34			115
Other accrued expenses	204			248
State income taxes	46			52
Share-based compensation	46			80
Net operating loss carryforwards	52			74
Other	105			117
Total deferred income tax assets	$	967		$	1,269
Less valuation allowances	(49		)	(51		)
Net deferred income tax assets	$	918		$	1,218
Deferred income tax liabilities:
Depreciation and amortization	$	(598	)	$	(871	)
Undistributed earnings	(81		)	(50		)
Other	(3		)	(50		)
Total deferred income tax liabilities	$	(682	)	$	(971	)
Net deferred income tax assets	$	236		$	247
Reported as:
Noncurrent assets—Other	$	283		$	302
Noncurrent liabilities—Other liabilities	(47		)	(55		)
Total	$	236		$	247

Accrued interest and penalties were $60 and $34 on December 31, 2017 and 2016, which were reported in current and non-current accrued expenses and other liabilities.

Net operating loss carryforwards totaling $219 on December 31, 2017 are available to reduce future taxable earnings of certain domestic and foreign subsidiaries. United States loss carryforwards of $106 expire through 2028. International loss carryforwards of $113 began to expire in 2017; however, some have no expiration. Of these carryforwards, $36 are subject to a full valuation allowance. We also have a tax credit carryforward of $43 with $40 being subject to a full valuation allowance. The credits with a full valuation allowance have no expiration; however, we do not anticipate generating income tax in excess of the credits in the foreseeable future.

We recorded a transition tax on undistributed foreign earnings as required by the Act. No other provision was made for income taxes that may result from future remittances of the undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries that are determined to be indefinitely reinvested, which were $8,484 on December 31, 2017. Determination of the total amount of unrecognized deferred income tax on undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries is not practicable.

Uncertain Income Tax Positions
	2017			2016
Beginning uncertain tax positions	$	287		$	313
Increases related to current year income tax positions	123			47
Increases related to prior year income tax positions	131			22
Decreases related to prior year income tax positions:
Settlements and resolutions of income tax audits	(9		)	(82		)
Statute of limitations expirations	(4		)	(9		)
Foreign currency translation	12			(4		)
Ending uncertain tax positions	$	540		$	287
Reported as:
Noncurrent liabilities—Income taxes	540			287
Total	$	540		$	287

Our income tax expense would have been reduced by $232 and $209 on December 31, 2017 and 2016 had these uncertain income tax positions been favorably resolved. It is reasonably possible that the amount of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change due to one or more of the following events in the next twelve months: expiring statutes, audit activity, tax payments, competent authority proceedings related to transfer pricing or final decisions in matters

that are the subject of controversy in various taxing jurisdictions in which we operate, including inventory transfer pricing, cost sharing, product royalty and foreign branch arrangements. We are not able to reasonably estimate the amount or the future periods in which changes in unrecognized tax benefits may be resolved. Interest and penalties incurred associated with uncertain tax positions are included in other income (expense), net.

In the normal course of business, income tax authorities in various income tax jurisdictions both within the United States and internationally conduct routine audits of our income tax returns filed in prior years.  These audits are generally designed to determine if individual income tax authorities are in agreement with our interpretations of complex income tax regulations regarding the allocation of income to the various income tax jurisdictions. Income tax years are open from 2012 through the current year for the United States federal jurisdiction. Income tax years open for our other major jurisdictions range from 2005 through the current year.

NOTE 11 - RETIREMENT PLANS

Defined Contribution Plans

We provide certain employees with defined contribution plans and other types of retirement plans. A portion of our retirement plan expense under the defined contribution plans is funded with Stryker common stock. The use of Stryker common stock represents a non-cash operating activity that is not reflected in our Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

	2017			2016			2015
Plan expense	$	181		$	166		$	148
Expense funded with Stryker common stock	25			22			20
Stryker common stock held by plan:
Dollar amount	353			272			203
Shares (in millions)	2.3			2.3			2.2
Value as a percentage of total plan assets	11		%	11		%	11		%

Defined Benefit Plans

Certain of our subsidiaries have both funded and unfunded defined benefit pension plans covering some or all of their employees. Substantially all of the defined benefit pension plans have projected benefit obligations in excess of plan assets.

Discount Rate

The discount rates were selected using a hypothetical portfolio of high quality bonds on December 31 that would provide the necessary cash flows to match our projected benefit payments. Effective January 1, 2017, in countries where it was possible, we elected to change the method to calculate the service cost and interest cost components of net periodic benefit costs for our defined benefit plans and will measure these costs by applying the specific spot rates along the yield curve of the projected cash flows for the respective plans. Our defined benefit plans previously utilized the yield curve approach to establish discount rates and we believe the new approach provides a more precise measurement of service and interest costs by improving the correlation between projected cash flows and the corresponding spot yield curve rates. The change does not affect the measurement of our total benefit obligations for those plans and is accounted for as a change in accounting estimate inseparable from a change in accounting principle, which is applied prospectively. The reductions in service and interest costs for 2017 associated with this change in estimate are nominal.

Expected Return on Plan Assets

The expected return on plan assets is determined by applying the target allocation in each asset category of plan investments to the anticipated return for each asset category based on historical and projected returns.

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Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost
Net periodic benefit cost:	2017			2016			2015
Service cost	$	(42	)	$	(33	)	$	(36	)
Interest cost	(10		)	(11		)	(10		)
Expected return on plan assets	11			10			11
Amortization of prior service credit	1			1			1
Recognized actuarial loss	(9		)	(9		)	(13		)
Net periodic benefit cost	$	(49	)	$	(42	)	$	(47	)
Changes in assets and benefit obligations recognized in OCI:
Net actuarial gain (loss)	$	(25	)	$	(26	)	$	26
Recognized net actuarial loss	9			9			13
Prior service (credit) cost and transition amount	(1		)	(1		)	(1		)
Total recognized in other comprehensive income (loss)	$	(17	)	$	(18	)	$	38
Total recognized in net periodic benefit cost and OCI	$	(66	)	$	(60	)	$	(9	)
Weighted-average rates used to determine net periodic benefit cost:
Discount rate	1.8		%	2.1		%	2.0		%
Expected return on plan assets	3.3		%	3.6		%	4.0		%
Rate of compensation increase	2.8		%	2.3		%	2.9		%
Weighted-average discount rate used to determine projected benefit obligations	1.8		%	1.8		%	2.1		%

Investment Strategy

The investment strategy for our defined benefit pension plans is to meet the liabilities of the plans as they fall due and to maximize the return on invested assets within appropriate risk tolerances.

	2017			2016
Fair value of plan assets	$	370		$	308
Benefit obligations	(708		)	(588		)
Funded status	$	(338	)	$	(280	)
Reported as:
Current liabilities—accrued compensation	$	(2	)	$	(1	)
Noncurrent liabilities—other liabilities	(336		)	(279		)
Pre-tax amounts recognized in AOCI:
Unrecognized net actuarial loss	(189		)	(171		)
Unrecognized prior service credit	12			11
Total	$	(177	)	$	(160	)

The estimated net actuarial loss for the defined benefit pension plans to be reclassified from AOCI into net periodic benefit cost is $9 in 2018.The total estimated amortization of prior service credit and transition asset for the defined benefit pension plans to be reclassified from AOCI into net periodic benefit credit is $1 in 2018.

Change in Benefit Obligations
	2017			2016
Beginning projected benefit obligations	$	588		$	529
Service cost	42			33
Interest cost	10			11
Foreign exchange impact	60			(18		)
Employee contributions	6			6
Actuarial losses	19			40
Acquisition	—			7
Benefits paid	(17		)	(20		)
Ending projected benefit obligations	$	708		$	588
Ending accumulated benefit obligations	$	675		$	560

Change in Plan Assets
	2017			2016
Beginning fair value of plan assets	$	308		$	289
Actual return	21			20
Employer contributions	23			18
Employee contributions	6			6
Foreign exchange impact	26			(9		)
Acquisition	—			2
Benefits paid	(14		)	(18		)
Ending fair value of plan assets	$	370		$	308

Allocation of Plan Assets
	2017 Target		2017 Actual		2016 Actual
Equity securities	26	%	28	%	28	%
Debt securities	45		45		50
Other	29		27		22
Total	100	%	100	%	100	%

Valuation of Plan Assets
2017	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash and cash equivalents	$	4	$	—	$	—	$	4
Equity securities	104		17		—		121
Corporate debt securities	33		1		—		34
Other	148		14		49		211
Total	$	289	$	32	$	49	$	370
2016
Cash and cash equivalents	$	7	$	—	$	—	$	7
Equity securities	83		17		—		100
Corporate debt securities	127		—		—		127
Other	23		13		38		74
Total	$	240	$	30	$	38	$	308

Our Level 3 pension plan assets consist primarily of guaranteed investment contracts with insurance companies. The insurance contracts guarantee us principal repayment and a fixed rate of return. The $11 increase in Level 3 pension plan assets is primarily related to actual returns and acquired assets. We expect to contribute $24 to our defined benefit pension plans in 2018.

Estimated Future Benefit Payments
2018		2019		2020		2021		2022		2023-2027
$	18	$	17	$	17	$	17	$	17	$	101

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NOTE 12 - SUMMARY OF QUARTERLY DATA (UNAUDITED)

2017 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Net sales	$	2,955	$	3,012	$	3,006	$	3,471
Gross profit	1,962		1,990		1,982		2,239
Earnings before income taxes	499		444		471		649
Net earnings	444		391		434		(249		)
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic	$	1.19	$	1.04	$	1.16	$	(0.66	)
Diluted	$	1.17	$	1.03	$	1.14	$	(0.66	)
Market price of common stock:
High	$	133.59	$	145.62	$	148.84	$	160.62
Low	$	116.50	$	129.82	$	137.70	$	141.68
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.47
2016 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Net sales	$	2,495	$	2,840	$	2,833	$	3,157
Gross profit	1,694		1,842		1,873		2,086
Earnings before income taxes	481		433		419		588
Net earnings	402		380		355		510
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic	$	1.08	$	1.02	$	0.95	$	1.36
Diluted	$	1.07	$	1.00	$	0.94	$	1.34
Market price of common stock:
High	$	107.95	$	119.83	$	123.55	$	121.84
Low	$	86.68	$	106.26	$	109.75	$	106.48
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.38	$	0.38	$	0.38	$	0.425

NOTE 13 - SEGMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC DATA

We segregate our operations into three reportable business segments: Orthopaedics, MedSurg, and Neurotechnology and Spine.

The Corporate and Other category shown in the table below includes corporate and administration, corporate initiatives and share-based compensation, which includes compensation related to employee stock options, restricted stock units and performance stock unit grants and director stock options and restricted stock unit grants.

Segment Results
	2017			2016			2015
Orthopaedics	$	4,713		$	4,422		$	4,223
MedSurg	5,557			4,894			3,895
Neurotechnology & Spine	2,174			2,009			1,828
Net sales	$	12,444		$	11,325		$	9,946
Orthopaedics	$	337		$	317		$	290
MedSurg	315			249			117
Neurotechnology & Spine	142			140			132
Segment depreciation and amortization	$	794		$	706		$	539
Corporate and Other	65			46			51
Total depreciation and amortization	$	859		$	752		$	590
Orthopaedics	$	1,669		$	1,597		$	1,487
MedSurg	1,225			1,085			822
Neurotechnology & Spine	639			557			474
Segment operating income	$	3,533		$	3,239		$	2,783
Items not allocated to segments:
Corporate and Other	$	(402	)	$	(352	)	$	(302	)
Acquisition & integration-related charges	(64		)	(131		)	(35		)
Amortization of intangible assets	(371		)	(319		)	(210		)
Restructuring related-charges	(194		)	(125		)	(132		)
Rejuvenate and related-charges	(173		)	(158		)	(296		)
Regulatory and legal matters	(39		)	12			53
Consolidated operating income	$	2,290		$	2,166		$	1,861

Segment Assets and Capital Spending
Assets:	2017		2016		2015
Orthopaedics	$	7,486	$	7,048	$	6,149
MedSurg	9,759		8,553		5,341
Neurotechnology & Spine	4,105		4,129		3,904
Total segment assets	$	21,350	$	19,730	$	15,394
Corporate and Other	847		705		829
Total assets	$	22,197	$	20,435	$	16,223
Capital spending:
Orthopaedics	$	138	$	153	$	95
MedSurg	194		129		89
Neurotechnology & Spine	50		25		28
Total segment capital spending	$	382	$	307	$	212
Corporate and Other	216		183		58
Total capital spending	$	598	$	490	$	270

We measure the financial results of our reportable segments using an internal performance measure that excludes acquisition and integration-related charges, restructuring-related charges, reserves for certain product recall matters, reserves for certain legal and regulatory matters and a donation to an educational institution. Identifiable assets are those assets used exclusively in the operations of each business segment or allocated when used jointly. Corporate assets are principally cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities and property, plant and equipment.

The countries in which we have local revenue generating operations have been combined into the following geographic areas: the United States (including Puerto Rico); Europe, Middle East, Africa; Asia Pacific; and other foreign countries, which include Canada and countries in the Latin American region. Net sales are reported based off the geographic area of the Stryker location where the sales to the customer originated.

Geographic Information
	Net Sales						Net Property, Plant and Equipment
	2017		2016		2015		2017		2016
United States	$	9,059	$	8,230	$	7,116	$	1,102	$	941
Europe, Middle East, Africa	1,567		1,437		1,267		718		493
Asia Pacific	1,413		1,325		1,251		107		105
Other countries	405		333		312		48		30
Total	$	12,444	$	11,325	$	9,946	$	1,975	$	1,569

ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.

Not applicable. 

ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

The Company's management, with the participation of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer (the Certifying Officers), evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) or 15d-15(e) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) (Exchange Act) at December 31, 2017. Based on that evaluation, the Certifying Officers concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of December 31, 2017.

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

There was no change to our internal control over financial reporting during the fourth quarter of 2017 that materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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MANAGEMENT'S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING

The Company's management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(f). The Company's internal control over financial reporting was designed to provide reasonable assurance to the Company's management and Board of Directors regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and includes those policies and procedures that: (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the Company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the Company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the Company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of the Company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

The Company's management assessed the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting on December 31, 2017. In making this assessment, we used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013). Based on this assessment, management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was effective as of December 31, 2017. The Company's management excluded NOVADAQ Technologies, Inc. (NOVADAQ) acquired on September 1, 2017 and VEXIM, acquired on October 24, 2017, from its evaluation of internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2017. As of December 31, 2017 NOVADAQ and VEXIM represented approximately 4.2% of our consolidated total assets and a de minimus percentage of our consolidated net sales for 2017.

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Stryker Corporation

Opinion on Internal Control over Financial Reporting

We have audited Stryker Corporation and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2017, based on criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) (the COSO criteria). In our opinion, Stryker Corporation and subsidiaries (the Company) maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2017, based on the COSO criteria.

As indicated in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting, management’s assessment of and conclusion on the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting did not include the internal controls of NOVADAQ and VEXIM which are included in the December 31, 2017 consolidated financial statements of the Company and constituted 4.2% and 0.2% of total assets and net sales, respectively, as of, and for the year-ended, December 31, 2017. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting of the Company also did not include an evaluation of the internal control over financial reporting of NOVADAQ and VEXIM.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States)

(PCAOB), the consolidated balance sheets of Stryker Corporation and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2017 and 2016, the related consolidated statements of earnings and comprehensive income, shareholder’s equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2017, and the related notes and the financial statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 15(a) of the Company and our report dated February 8, 2018 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.

Basis for Opinion

The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.

Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

/s/    ERNST & YOUNG LLP

Grand Rapids, Michigan

February 8, 2018

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ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION.

Not applicable.

PART III

ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE.

Information regarding our executive officers appears under the caption "Executive Officers" in Part I, Item 1 of this report.

Information regarding our directors and certain corporate governance and other matters appearing under the captions "Information About the Board of Directors and Corporate Governance Matters," "Proposal 1—Election of Directors," and "Additional Information—Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance" in the 2018 proxy statement is incorporated herein by reference.

The Corporate Governance Guidelines adopted by our Board of Directors, as well as the charters of each of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee and the Compensation Committee and the Code of Ethics applicable to the principal executive officer, principal financial officer and principal accounting officer or controller or persons performing similar functions are posted on the "Investors—Corporate Governance" section of our website at www.stryker.com.

ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION.

Information regarding the compensation of our management appearing under the captions "Compensation Discussion and Analysis," "Compensation Committee Report," "Executive Compensation" and "Compensation of Directors" in the 2018 proxy statement is incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS.

The information under the caption "Stock Ownership" in the 2018 proxy statement is incorporated herein by reference.

On December 31, 2017 we had an equity compensation plan under which options were granted at a price not less than fair market value at the date of grant and under which awards of restricted stock units (RSUs) and performance stock units (PSUs) were made. Options and RSUs were also awarded under a previous plan. Additional information regarding our equity compensation plans appears in Note 1 and Note 8 to our Consolidated Financial Statements. On December 31, 2017 we also had a stock performance incentive award program pursuant to which shares of our common stock were and may be issued to certain employees with respect to performance. The status of these plans, each of which were previously submitted to and approved by our shareholders, on December 31, 2017 is as follows:

Plan	Number of  securities to be issued upon exercise of  outstanding  options, warrants and rights	Weighted-average exercise price of outstanding  options, warrants and rights		Number of securities remaining available for future issuance under equity compensation  plans (excluding shares reflected in  the first column)
1998 Stock Option Plan	342,030	$	67.80	—
2006 Long-Term Incentive Plan	5,200,126	$	55.77	—
2008 Employee Stock Purchase Plan	N/A	N/A		4,918,415
2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan(1)	10,392,780	$	88.21	36,624,093
2011 Performance Incentive Award Plan	N/A	N/A		349,129
Total				41,891,637.0

(1) The 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan securities to be issued upon exercise includes 954,574 RSUs and 288,608 PSUs. The weighted average exercise prices does not take these awards into account.

ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE.

The information under the caption "Information About the Board of Directors and Corporate Governance Matters—Independent Directors" and "Information About the Board of Directors and Corporate Governance Matters—Certain Relationships and Related Party Transactions" in the 2018 proxy statement is incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES.

The information under the caption "Proposal 2—Ratification of Appointment of Our Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm" in the 2018 proxy statement is incorporated herein by reference.

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PART IV

ITEM 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES.

(a) 1.	Financial Statements
	The following Consolidated Financial Statements are set forth in Part II, Item 8 of this report.
	Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm										16
	Consolidated Statements of Earnings for 2017, 2016, and 2015										17
	Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for 2017, 2016, and 2015										17
	Consolidated Balance Sheets on 2017 and 2016										18
	Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity for 2017, 2016, and 2015										19
	Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for 2017, 2016, and 2015										20
	Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements										21
(a) 2.	Financial Statement Schedules
	The Consolidated Financial Statement schedule of Stryker Corporation and its subsidiaries is:
	SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
				Additions		Deductions
	Description	Balance at Beginning of Period		Charged to Costs & Expenses		Uncollectible Amounts Written Off, Net of Recoveries		Effect of Changes in Foreign Currency Exchange Rates			Balance at End of Period
	DEDUCTED FROM ASSET ACCOUNTS
	Allowance for Doubtful Accounts:
	Year ended December 31, 2017	$	56	$	15	$	14	$	(2	)	$	59
	Year ended December 31, 2016	$	61	$	10	$	14	$	1		$	56
	Year ended December 31, 2015	$	59	$	21	$	15	$	4		$	61
	All other schedules for which provision is made in the applicable accounting regulation of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission are not required under the related instructions or are inapplicable and, therefore, have been omitted.
(a) 3.	Exhibits

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FORM 10-K—ITEM 15(a) 3. AND ITEM 15(c)

STRYKER CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit 2—		Plan of Acquisition, Reorganization, Arrangement, Liquidation or Succession
(i)		Agreement, dated as of January 31, 2016, by and among Star Acquisition Sub Inc., Stryker Corporation, Sage Products Holdings II, LLC, Madison Dearborn Capital Partners VI-C, L.P., MDCP VI-C Sage Holdings, Inc., TG SP Holdings Corp., Madison Dearborn Partners VI-B, L.P., and MDP Sage Holdings, LLC. - Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2(ii) to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(ii)		Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated February 13, 2016, by and among Stryker Corporation, Computer Merger Sub Corp., Charger Holding Corp. and Bain Capital Partners, LP, solely in its capacity as the representative as set forth therein. - Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Form 8-K dated February 13, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09615).
Exhibit 3—		Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws
(i)		Restated Articles of Incorporation — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012 (Commission File No. 00-09165).
(ii)		By-Laws — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3(ii) to our Form 8-K dated October 28, 2008 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
Exhibit 4—		Instruments defining the rights of security holders, including indentures—We agree to furnish to the Commission upon request a copy of each instrument pursuant to which long-term debt of Stryker Corporation and its subsidiaries not exceeding 10% of the total assets of Stryker Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries is authorized.
(i)		Credit Agreement, dated as of August 19, 2016, among Stryker Corporation and certain subsidiaries, as designated borrowers; the lenders party thereto; and Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent-Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to our 8-K dated August 19, 2016 (Commission File no. 000-09165).
(ii)		Indenture, dated January 15, 2010, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to our Form 8-K dated January 15, 2010 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(iii)		Second Supplemental Indenture (including the form of 2020 note), dated January 15, 2010, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to our Form 8-K dated January 15, 2010 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(v)		Fourth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of 2018 note) dated March 25, 2013, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to our Form 8-K dated March 25, 2013 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(vi)		Fifth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of 2043 note) dated March 25, 2013, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to our Form 8-K dated March 25, 2013 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(vii)		Sixth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of 2024 note), dated May 1, 2014, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Form 8-K dated May 1, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(viii)		Seventh Supplemental Indenture (including the form of 2044 note), dated May 1, 2014, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Company's Form 8-K dated May 1, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(ix)		Eighth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of 2025 note), dated October 29, 2015, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National association.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Form 8-K dated October 29, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(x)		Ninth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of the note), dated March 10, 2016, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association. — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Form 8-K dated March 10, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09615).
(xi)		Tenth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of the note), dated March 10, 2016, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association. — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Company's Form 8-K dated March 10, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09615).
(xii)		Eleventh Supplemental Indenture (including the form of the note), dated March 10, 2016, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association.— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.4 to the Company's Form 8-K dated March 10, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09615).
(xiii)		Twelfth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of the note), dated March 10, 2016, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association. — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.5 to the Company's Form 8-K dated March 10, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09615).
(xiv)		Thirteenth Supplemental Indenture (including the form of the note), dated January 18, 2017, between Stryker Corporation and U.S. Bank National Association. — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Company's Form 8-K dated January 12, 2017 (Commission File No. 000-09615).
Exhibit 10—		Material contracts
(i)*	†	2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan (as amended effective February 6, 2018).
(ii)*	†	Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options granted in 2018 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan.
(iii)*	†	Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for restricted stock units granted in 2018 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan.
(iv)*	†	Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for performance stock units granted in 2018 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan.
(v)*		2006 Long-Term Incentive Plan (as amended effective February 7, 2017)— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(ii) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(vi)*		1998 Stock Option Plan (as amended February 7, 2017)— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iii) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(vii)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options granted in 2017 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iv) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).

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(viii)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for restricted stock units granted in 2017 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(v) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(ix)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for performance stock units granted in 2017 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(vi) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(x)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options and restricted stock units granted in 2017 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan to non-employee directors— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(vi) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xi)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options granted in 2016 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iii) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xii)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for restricted stock units granted in 2016 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iv) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xiii)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for performance stock units granted in 2016 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(v) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xiv)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options and restricted stock units granted in 2016 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan to non-employee directors—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(vi) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xv)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options granted in 2015 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iii) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xvi)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for restricted stock units granted in 2015 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iv) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xvii)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for performance stock units granted in 2015 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(v) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xviii)*		Form of grant notice and terms and conditions for stock options and restricted stock units granted in 2015 under the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan to non-employee directors.—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.vi to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xix)*		Supplemental Savings and Retirement Plan (as amended effective January 1, 1995)—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10(iii) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994 (Commission File No.000-09165).
(xx)*		Stryker Corporation Executive Bonus Plan—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to our Form 8-K dated February 21, 2007 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxi)		Form of Indemnification Agreement for Directors—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10 (xiv) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxii)		Form of Indemnification Agreement for Certain Officers—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10 (xv) to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxiii)		Settlement Agreement between Howmedica Osteonics Corp. and the counsel listed on the signature pages thereto, dated as of November 3, 2014 (Rejuvenate and ABF II Hip Implant Products Liability Litigation)— Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10xxiii to our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxiv)*		Letter Agreement between Stryker Corporation and William Jellison — Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 of our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on April 11, 2013 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxv)*		Separation Agreement and Release between Ramesh Subrahmanian and Stryker Corporation, dated as of September 16, 2015—Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to our Form 8-K dated September 13, 2015 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxvi)*		Transition Agreement between Stryker Corporation and William R. Jellison - Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Form 8-K dated January 22, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
(xxvii)*		Letter Agreement between Stryker Corporation and Glenn Boehnlein - Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Form 8-K dated January 22, 2016 (Commission File No. 000-09165).
Exhibit 11—		Statement re: computation of per share earnings
(i)		Consolidated Statement of Earnings in Item 8 of this report.
Exhibit 21—		Subsidiaries of the registrant
(i)	†	List of Subsidiaries.
Exhibit 23—		Consent of experts and counsel
(i)	†	Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

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Exhibit 31—		Rule 13a-14(a) Certifications
(i)	†	Certification by Principal Executive Officer of Stryker Corporation.
(ii)	†	Certification by Principal Financial Officer of Stryker Corporation.
Exhibit 32—		18 U.S.C. Section 1350 Certifications
(i)	†	Certification by Principal Executive Officer of Stryker Corporation.
(ii)	†	Certification by Principal Financial Officer of Stryker Corporation.
Exhibit 101—		XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language) Documents
101.INS		XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH		XBRL Schema Document
101.CAL		XBRL Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF		XBRL Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB		XBRL Label Linkbase Document
101.PRE		XBRL Presentation Linkbase Document

* Compensation arrangement

† Furnished with this Form 10-K

© Schedules have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(2) of Regulation S-K. Stryker hereby agrees to furnish supplementally a copy of any omitted schedule upon request by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

ITEM 16. FORM 10-K SUMMARY.

None.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

STRYKER CORPORATION

Date: February 8, 2018/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN

Glenn S. Boehnlein

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on the date indicated above on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities indicated. 

/s/ KEVIN A. LOBO	/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN
Kevin A. Lobo	Glenn S. Boehnlein
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer	Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)	(Principal Financial Officer)
/s/ WILLIAM E. BERRY JR.
William E. Berry, Jr.
Vice President, Corporate Controller
(Principal Accounting Officer)
/s/ MARY K. BRAINERD	/s/ LOUISE L. FRANCESCONI
Mary K. Brainerd	Louise L. Francesconi
Director	Director
/s/ HOWARD E. COX, JR.	/s/ ALLAN C. GOLSTON
Howard E. Cox, Jr.	Allan C. Golston
Director	Director
/s/ SRIKANT M. DATAR	/s/ ANDREW K. SILVERNAIL
Srikant M. Datar, Ph.D.	Andrew K. Silvernail
Director	Director
/s/ ROCH DOLIVEUX	/s/ RONDA E. STRYKER
Roch Doliveux, DVM	Ronda E. Stryker
Director	Director

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EX-10.1

Exhibit 10(i)

STRYKER CORPORATION 2011 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN,

AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

_________________

As Amended Through February 6, 2018

_________________

Article 1.Establishment, Objectives and Duration

1.1Establishment of this Plan. Stryker Corporation, a Michigan corporation, hereby establishes this Stryker Corporation 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) as set forth in this document. Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined herein will have the meanings given to them in Article 2. This Plan permits the grant of Options, Restricted Stock and Other Stock Awards.

This Plan became effective as of April 26, 2011, upon approval of the Company’s shareholders, and will remain in effect as provided in Section 1.3 hereof.

1.2Purpose of this Plan. The purpose of this Plan is to advance the interests of the Company and its Subsidiaries (collectively, “Stryker”) by providing a larger personal and financial interest in the success of Stryker to employees and directors whose judgment, interest and special efforts Stryker is dependent upon for the successful conduct of its operations and to enable Stryker to compete effectively with others for the services of new employees and directors as may be needed for the continued improvement of the enterprise. It is believed that the acquisition of such interest will stimulate the efforts of such employees and directors on behalf of Stryker and strengthen their desire to continue to serve Stryker.

1.3Duration of this Plan. This Plan will commence on the Effective Date and will remain in effect, subject to the right of the Committee to amend or terminate this Plan at any time pursuant to Article 10, until the earlier of (a) April 30, 2027 and (b) the date that all Shares subject to this Plan pursuant to Article 4 have been issued according to this Plan’s provisions; provided, however, that upon Plan termination, all Awards outstanding under this Plan will continue to have full force and effect in accordance with the terms of the Award Agreements evidencing such Awards.

Article 2.Definitions

Whenever used in this Plan, the following terms have the meanings set forth below, and when the meaning is intended, the initial letter of the word is capitalized:

“Award” means any Option, Restricted Stock, Other Stock Award or any other right, interest or option (including any stock appreciation right), relating to Shares granted pursuant to the provisions of this Plan.

“Award Agreement” means any written agreement, contract or other instrument or document evidencing an Award or Awards granted by the Committee hereunder, which in the sole and absolute discretion of the Company may, but need not, be signed or acknowledged by the Company and/or the Participant.

“Board” or “Board of Directors” means the Board of Directors of the Company.

“Business Combination” shall have the meaning provided therefor in the definition of Change in Control.

“Change in Control” means the occurrence of any one or more of the following: (a) any “person” (as such term is defined in Section 3(a)(9) of the Exchange Act and as used in Sections 13(d)(3) and 14(d)(2) of the Exchange Act), after the Effective Date, becomes a “beneficial owner” (as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act), directly or indirectly, of more than fifty percent (50%) of the outstanding Shares, (b) the consummation of a merger, consolidation, statutory share exchange or similar form of corporate transaction involving the Company (a “Business Combination”), unless immediately following such Business Combination more than sixty percent (60%) of the total voting power of (i) the company resulting from such Business Combination (the “Surviving Company”), or (ii) if applicable, the ultimate parent company that directly or indirectly has beneficial ownership of one hundred percent (100%) of the voting securities eligible to elect directors of the Surviving Company is represented by the Shares that were outstanding immediately prior to such Business Combination (or, if applicable, is represented by shares into which such Shares were converted pursuant to such Business Combination), and such voting power among the holders thereof is in substantially the same proportion as the voting power of such Shares among the holders thereof immediately prior to the Business Combination, or (c) the shareholders of the Company approve a plan of complete liquidation or dissolution of the Company or a sale of all or substantially all of the Company’s assets.

“Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended from time to time, or any successor act thereto.

“Committee” means the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors or such other persons or committee to which the Board has delegated any authority, as may be appropriate. A person may serve on the Committee only if he or she is an “outside director” for purposes of Section 162(m) of the Code, is a “Non-Employee Director” within the meaning of Exchange Act Rule 16b-3 and is an “independent” Director for purposes of the Corporate Governance Standards of the New York Stock Exchange.

“Company” means Stryker Corporation, a Michigan corporation, and any successor thereto as provided in Article 12.

“Director” means a member of the Board of Directors.

“Disability” means (i) when used in the context of an Award other than an Incentive Stock Option Award, a physical or mental condition that qualifies as a disability under the long-term disability pay plan of Stryker then in effect for United States employees (irrespective of whether the Participant is eligible to participate in such plan), which disability has, in the case of an Employee, prevented such Employee from being in the full-time, active service of Stryker for the entire period of one hundred-eighty (180) days immediately preceding termination of employment; and (ii) when used in the context of an Incentive Stock Option, a physical or mental condition that qualifies as a disability within the meaning of Code Section 22(e)(3).

“Effective Date” means April 26, 2011.

“Employee” means any person employed by Stryker in a common law employee-employer relationship. A Participant shall not cease to be an Employee for purposes of this Plan in the case of (i) any leave of absence approved by Stryker or (ii) transfers between locations of the Company or among the Company, any Subsidiary or any successor. Service as a Director shall not be sufficient to constitute “employment” by Stryker.

“Exchange Act” means the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended from time to time, or any successor act thereto.

“Exercise Period” shall have the meaning provided therefor in Section 3.4.

“Exercise Price” means, with respect to an Option, the price at which a Share may be purchased by a Participant pursuant to the Option and, with respect to a stock appreciation right, the price at which the stock appreciation right is granted.

“Fair Market Value” of the Shares as of any date means the closing sales price of the Shares (or the closing bid, if no sales were reported) as reported on the New York Stock Exchange-Composite Transactions for the last market trading day prior to such date or, if the Shares are not then listed on the New York Stock Exchange, the fair market value of the Shares on such date as determined in good faith by the Committee.

“Incentive Stock Option” means an Option that is designated as an Incentive Stock Option and that is intended to meet the requirements of Code Section 422.

“Non-Employee Director” means a Director who is not currently an Employee.

“Nonstatutory Stock Option” means an Option that is designated as not being intended to qualify, or that has ceased to qualify, as an Incentive Stock Option.

“Option” means an option to purchase Shares granted under Article 6.

“Other Stock Award” means any right granted to a Participant by the Committee pursuant to Article 8.

“Participant” means an Employee or Non-Employee Director to whom an Award has been granted that remains outstanding.

"Performance Award" shall have the meaning provided therefor in Section 14.5.

“Restricted Stock” means any Share issued pursuant to Article 7 with a restriction on transferability, a risk of forfeiture and such other restrictions as the Committee, in its sole discretion may impose, which restrictions generally will expire on a specified date, upon the occurrence of an event and/or on an accelerated basis under certain circumstances, as specified in this Plan or the Award Agreement relating to the Restricted Stock.

“RestrictionPeriod” means the period during which Restricted Stock remains nontransferable and subject to a risk of forfeiture.

“Retirement” means termination of employment with or service as a Director of Stryker on or after the Participant’s 65th birthday or the Participant’s 60th birthday if the Participant has completed or is otherwise credited with ten (10) years of service as an Employee or Director of Stryker.

“Shares” means the shares of common stock, $.10 par value, of the Company.

“Subsidiary” means a “subsidiary corporation,” whether now or hereafter existing, as defined in Code Section 424(f).

Article 3.Administration

3.1The Committee. This Plan will be administered by the Committee. The Board of Directors may from time to time remove members from the Committee or add members thereto, and vacancies in such Committee, however caused, shall be filled by the Board.

3.2Authority of the Committee. Except as limited by law and subject to the provisions of this Plan and such orders or resolutions not inconsistent with the provisions of this Plan as may from time to time be adopted by the Board, the Committee will have full power to (a) select Employees and Non-Employee Directors to whom Awards may from time to time be granted under this Plan, (b) determine the type or types of Awards to be granted to each Participant, (c) determine the number of Shares to be covered by or relating to each Award granted under this Plan (d) determine the terms and conditions of Awards in a manner consistent with this Plan, including the treatment of Awards upon a Participant’s termination of employment or termination of service as a Non-Employee Director, (e) determine whether, to what extent and under what circumstances Awards may be settled in Shares, cash or any other form of property, (f) determine whether, to what extent and under what circumstances payment of cash, Shares other property and other amounts payable with respect to an Award made under this Plan shall be deferred either automatically or at the election of the Participant consistent with the terms of this Plan, (g) construe and interpret this Plan and any Award Agreement (h) establish, amend or waive rules and regulations and appoint such agents as it shall deem appropriated for the proper administration of this Plan and (i) make any other determination and take any other action that the Committee deems necessary or desirable for the administration of this Plan. The Committee shall be authorized to make adjustments in the terms and conditions of Awards in recognition of unusual or nonrecurring events affecting the Company or its financial statements or changes in applicable laws, regulations or accounting principles. The interpretation and construction by the Committee of any provision of this Plan or any Award granted pursuant hereto shall be final and conclusive. No member of the Committee or the Board of Directors shall be liable for any action or determination made in good faith with respect to this Plan or any Award granted pursuant hereto.

3.3Delegation. Subject to the terms of this Plan and terms and limitations as the Committee shall determine, the Committee may delegate its authority to make Awards to Employees to the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, subject to annual calendar year limits of 20,000 Shares subject to Awards per Employee and 300,000 Shares subject to Awards in the aggregate in the case of Awards made (a) in situations where the Company is seeking to attract a new hire or recognize employees for special achievements, (b) to new employees as a result of the acquisition by the Company of another company, whether by merger or purchase of stock or substantially all of its assets, which Awards are deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive Officer in connection with the retention of newly acquired employees or (c) in other special circumstances, with any Share issuable in connection with an Award other than an Option or stock appreciation right being counted against such limits as 2.86 Shares, except that no such delegation may be made in the case of Awards to persons who are subject to the provisions of Section 16 of the Exchange Act or in the case of Awards intended to be qualified under Section 162(m) of the Code. To the extent that the Committee delegates its authority as provided by this Section 3.3, all references in this Plan to the Committee’s authority to make Awards shall be deemed to include the Chief Executive Officer. The annual limits described in this Section 3.3 may be modified by the Committee with respect to any year or all future years and shall be subject to adjustment as provided in Section 4.3.

3.4Change in Control. In the event of a Change in Control, the Committee shall have the discretion to accelerate the vesting of Awards, eliminate any restriction applicable to Awards, deem the performance measures, if any, to be satisfied, or take such other action as it deems appropriate, in

its sole discretion. In addition, notwithstanding any other provision of this Plan, during the sixty (60)-day period from and after a Change in Control (the “Exercise Period”), if the Committee shall determine at, or at any time after, the time of grant, a Participant holding an Option shall have the right, whether or not the Option is fully exercisable and in lieu of the payment of the Exercise Price for the Shares being purchased under the Option and by giving written notice to the Company, to elect (within the Exercise Period) to surrender all or part of the Option to the Company and to receive in cash, within thirty (30) days of such notice an amount equal to the amount by which the Fair Market Value per Share on the date of such election shall exceed the Exercise Price per Share under the Option multiplied by the number of Shares granted under the Option as to which the right granted under this Section 3.4 shall have been exercised.

Article 4.Shares Subject to this Plan and Maximum Awards

4.1Number of Shares Available for Awards. The maximum number of Shares that may be subject to Awards under this Plan is 55,000,000. The maximum number of Shares that may be subject to all Awards, in the aggregate, granted during any calendar year to any one Participant is 2,000,000; provided, however, that, to the extent required by Section 162(m) of the Code, Shares subject to Options or stock appreciation rights that are canceled shall continue to be counted against the foregoing limit and provided, further, that such limit will apply whether the Awards are paid in Shares or settled in cash. Any Share for which an Award other than an Option or stock appreciation right is granted shall be counted against the limits described above as 2.86 Shares. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, (a) the maximum grant date fair value, as determined in accordance with the Company’s standard accounting principles, of Awards that may be granted to any one Non-Employee Director in any calendar year is $500,000 and (b) the maximum amount of cash compensation payable by the Company to any one Non-Employee Director in any calendar year (measured as of the date of payment) is $400,000. All limits described in this Section 4.1 are subject to adjustment as provided in Section 4.3.

4.2Computation of Available Shares. Shares subject to Awards that terminate, expire or are forfeited, canceled or settled in cash, either in whole or in part, may be used for the further grant of Awards to the extent of such termination, forfeiture, cancellation or settlement. Shares that again become available for future grant pursuant to the preceding sentence shall be added back as one (1) Share if subject to an Option or a stock appreciation right and as 2.86 Shares if subject to an Award other than an Option or a stock appreciation right. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Shares subject to an Award under this Plan may not again be made available for issuance or delivery under this Plan if such Shares were tendered or withheld to pay the Exercise Price of an Option or the withholding taxes related to an Award or were subject to a stock-settled stock appreciation right and were not issued upon the net settlement or net exercise of such stock appreciation right. In addition, the Shares available for issuance or delivery under this Plan shall not be increased by Shares repurchased by the Company with Option proceeds.

4.3Adjustments of and Changes in Shares.

(a) In the event of any merger, reorganization, consolidation, recapitalization, separation, liquidation, split-up, share combination, or other change in the corporate structure of the Company affecting the Shares or of any stock or other securities into which the Shares shall have been changed or for which Shares shall have been exchanged, such adjustment shall be made in the number and class of Shares that may be delivered under this Plan, and in the number and class of and/or price of Shares subject to outstanding Awards granted under this Plan, as may be determined to be appropriate and equitable by the

Committee, in its sole discretion, to prevent dilution or enlargement of rights and provided that the number of Shares subject to any Award shall always be a whole number.

(b) Fractional Shares resulting from any adjustment in Awards pursuant to this Section 4.3 may be settled in cash or otherwise as the Committee determines.

(c) The Company will give written notice of any adjustment to each Participant who holds an Award that has been adjusted and the adjustment (whether or not that notice is given) will be effective and binding for all Plan purposes.

Article 5.Eligibility and Participation

Any Employee or Non-Employee Director shall be eligible to be selected as a Participant as provided herein; provided, however, that Incentive Stock Options shall only be awarded to Employees. Notwithstanding any provision in this Plan to the contrary, the Board (not the Committee) shall have the authority, in its sole and absolute discretion, to select Non-Employee Directors as Participants who are eligible to receive Awards other than Incentive Stock Options under this Plan and all references in this Plan to the Committee, insofar as they relate to Awards to Non-Employee Directors, shall be deemed references to the Board. The Board shall set the terms of Awards to Non-Employee Directors in its sole and absolute discretion, and the Board shall be responsible for administering and construing such Awards in substantially the same manner that the Committee administers and construes Awards to Employees.

Article 6.Options

6.1Grant of Options. Subject to the terms and provisions of this Plan, Options may be granted to Employees and Non-Employee Directors in the number, and upon the terms, and at any time and from time to time, as determined by the Committee.

6.2Terms and Conditions. Except as hereinafter provided, all Options granted pursuant to this Plan shall be subject to the following terms and conditions:

(a) Price. The Exercise Price of the Shares issuable upon exercise of Options granted under this Plan shall be not less than 100% of the Fair Market Value of the Shares on the date of the grant of the Option. The Exercise Price shall be paid in full at the time of purchase by any combination of the methods set forth below. The Committee shall have the authority to grant Options that do not entitle the Participant to use all methods or that require prior written consent of the Company to use certain of the methods. The methods of payment are: (i) cash, (ii) by surrender to the Company (either by actual delivery or attestation to the ownership) of Shares with an aggregate Fair Market Value on the date of purchase that is sufficient to cover the aggregate Exercise Price or (iii) by a net exercise arrangement pursuant to which the Company will reduce the number of Shares issued upon exercise by the largest whole number of Shares with an aggregate Fair Market Value on the date of purchase that is sufficient to cover the aggregate Exercise Price. The Exercise Price shall be subject to adjustment, but only as provided in Section 4.3 hereof.

(b) Duration and Exercise of Options. Options may be granted for terms of up to but not exceeding ten (10) years from the date the particular Option is granted. Options shall be exercisable as provided by the Committee at the time of grant thereof.

(c) Termination of Employment or Service as a Director. Each Award Agreement governing an Option will set forth the treatment of the Option, whether vested or unvested, upon the Participant’s termination of employment or service as a Non-Employee Director. These terms will be determined by the Committee in its sole discretion, need not be uniform among all Awards of Options, and may reflect among other things, distinctions based upon the reasons for termination of employment or service as a Non-Employee Director.

(d) Surrender of Options. Subject to the provisions of Section 10.2 of this Plan, the Committee may require the surrender of outstanding Options as a condition precedent to the grant of new Options. Upon each such surrender, the Option or Options surrendered shall be canceled and the Shares previously subject to the Option or Options under this Plan shall thereafter be available for the grant of Options under this Plan.

(e) Other Terms and Conditions. Options may also contain such other provisions, which shall not be inconsistent with any of the foregoing terms, as the Committee shall deem appropriate.

(f) Incentive Stock Options. Incentive Stock Options granted pursuant to this Plan shall be subject to all the terms and conditions included in subsections (a) through (e) of this Section 6.2 and to the following terms and conditions:

(i)No Incentive Stock Option shall be granted to an individual who is not an Employee;

(ii)No Incentive Stock Option shall be granted to an Employee who owns stock possessing more than 10% of the total combined voting power of all classes of stock of the Company; (iii)No Incentive Stock Option may be granted under this Plan if such grant, together with any applicable prior grants that are Incentive Stock Options within the meaning of Section 422(b) of the Code, would exceed any maximum established under the Code for Incentive Stock Options that may be granted to an individual Employee; and

(iv)An Incentive Stock Option will cease to qualify as an Incentive Stock Option and shall be treated as a Nonstatutory Stock Option if not exercised on or before the earliest of (i) the time specified in the Award Agreement, (ii) three (3) months after the Participant’s termination of service for a reason other than death or Disability, or (iii) twelve (12) months after the Participant’s termination of service for Disability.

Article 7.Restricted Stock

7.1Grant of Restricted Stock. Subject to the terms and provisions of this Plan, the Committee may, at any time and from time to time, grant Restricted Stock to Participants in such amounts as it determines. Restricted Stock may be issued for no cash consideration or for such minimum consideration as may be required by applicable law.

7.2Award Agreement. Each grant of Restricted Stock will be evidenced by an Award Agreement that specifies the Restriction Period, the number of Shares granted and such other provisions as the Committee determines.

7.3Other Restrictions. The Committee may impose such conditions or restrictions on any Restricted Stock as it deems advisable, including, without limitation, restrictions based upon the achievement of specific performance objectives (Company-wide, business unit, individual, or any combination of them), time-based restrictions on vesting and restrictions under applicable federal or state securities laws. The Committee may provide that restrictions established under this Section 7.3 as to any given Award will lapse all at once or in installments. The Company will retain the certificates representing Restricted Stock in its possession until all conditions and restrictions applicable to the Shares have been satisfied.

7.4Payment of Awards. Except as otherwise provided in this Article 7, Shares covered by each Restricted Stock grant will become freely transferable by the Participant after the last day of the applicable Restriction Period or on the date provided in the Award Agreement.

7.5Voting Rights. During the Restriction Period, Participants holding Restricted Stock may exercise full voting rights with respect to those Shares.

7.6Termination of Service. Each Award Agreement will set forth the extent to which the Participant has the right to retain unvested Restricted Stock after his or her termination of employment or service as a Non-Employee Director. These terms will be determined by the Committee in its sole discretion, need not be uniform among all Awards of Restricted Stock, and may reflect, among other things, distinctions based on the reasons for termination of employment or service as a Non-Employee Director.

Article 8.Other Stock Awards

8.1Stock and Administration. Other Awards of Shares and other Awards that are valued in whole or in part by reference to, or are otherwise based on, Shares (collectively, “Other Stock Awards”) may be granted hereunder to Participants, either alone or in addition to other Awards granted under this Plan, and such Other Stock Awards shall also be available as a form of payment in the settlement of other Awards granted under this Plan. Other Stock Awards may include Awards based on the achievement of pre-established performance criteria during a specified period. Stock appreciation rights may be granted for terms up to but not exceeding ten (10) years from the date the particular stock appreciation right is granted and shall be exercisable as provided by the Committee at the time of grant thereof. The Exercise Price of a stock appreciation right shall not be less than 100% of the Fair Market Value of the Shares on the date of grant. Other Stock Awards shall be subject to such other terms and conditions as the Committee shall deem advisable or appropriate, consistent with the provisions of this Plan as herein set forth and such terms and conditions shall be documented in an Award Agreement. Unless the Committee determines otherwise to address specific considerations, Other Stock Awards granted to Participants shall have a vesting period of not less than one year.

8.2Other Provisions. Shares purchased pursuant to a purchase right awarded under Section 8.1 shall be purchased for such consideration as the Committee shall in its sole discretion determine, which shall not be less than the Fair Market Value of such Shares as of the date such purchase right is awarded. Otherwise, Shares subject to Other Stock Awards granted under Section 8.1 may be issued for no cash consideration or for such minimum consideration as may be required by applicable law.

Article 9.Rights of Participants

9.1Employment and Service. Nothing in this Plan will confer upon any Participant any right to continue in the employ of Stryker, or interfere with or limit in any way the right of Stryker to terminate any Participant’s employment or service as a Director at any time.

9.2Participation. No Employee or Director will have the right to receive an Award under this Plan or, having received an Award, to receive a future Award.

9.3Dividends and Other Distributions. Subject to the provisions of the Plan and any Award Agreement, the recipient of an Award (other than an Option or stock appreciation right) may, if so determined by the Committee, be entitled to receive, currently or on a deferred basis, all cash or stock dividends that are or would be payable with respect to each Share underlying such Award (“Dividend Equivalents”). Notwithstanding the foregoing, with respect to Awards that are earned based on the achievement of performance objectives, Dividend Equivalents will only be paid upon the achievement of the respective performance objectives. The Committee may provide that the Dividend Equivalents shall be deemed to have been reinvested in additional Shares or otherwise reinvested. Dividend Equivalents that are to be paid on a deferred basis shall be granted and administered in accordance with all applicable provisions of Code Section 409A.

Article 10.Amendment, Modification and Termination

10.1Amendment, Modification and Termination. The Committee may at any time and from time to time, alter, amend, modify or terminate this Plan in whole or in part. The Committee will not, however, increase the number of Shares that may be issued to Participants under this Plan, as described in Section 4.1 (and subject to adjustment as provided in Section 4.3), extend the term of this Plan or of Awards granted hereunder, change the eligibility criteria in Article 5 or reduce the Exercise Price of Options or stock appreciation rights below Fair Market Value without the approval of the Company's shareholders. No termination, amendment or modification of this Plan may adversely affect in any material way any Award already granted, without the written consent of the Participant who holds the Award.

10.2Awards Previously Granted. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Plan, the Committee may modify, extend or renew outstanding Awards under this Plan, or accept the surrender of outstanding Awards (to the extent not already exercised) and grant new Awards in substitution of them (to the extent not already exercised). Except in connection with a corporate transaction involving the Company (including, without limitation, any stock dividend, stock split, extraordinary cash dividend, recapitalization, reorganization, merger, consolidation, split-up, spin-off, combination or exchange of Shares), the terms of outstanding Awards may not be amended to reduce the Exercise Price of outstanding Options or stock appreciation rights with an Exercise Price that is less than the Exercise Price of the original Options or stock appreciation rights without shareholder approval. Furthermore, no Option or stock appreciation right will be canceled in exchange for cash or Other Stock Awards or replaced with an Option or stock appreciation right having a lower Exercise Price, without the approval of the Company's shareholders. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no modification of an Award will materially alter or impair any right or obligation under any Award already granted under this Plan without the prior written consent of the Participant.

Article 11.Withholding

The Company shall be authorized to withhold from any Award granted or payment due under this Plan the amount determined by the Company as appropriate to cover up to the maximum

withholding taxes in respect of an Award or payment hereunder and to take such other action as may be necessary in the opinion of the Company to satisfy all obligations for the payment of such taxes. The Committee shall be authorized to establish procedures for election by Participants to satisfy the obligation for the payment of such taxes, including by surrender to the Company (either by actual delivery or attestation to the ownership) of Shares or by directing the Company to retain Shares otherwise deliverable in connection with the Award.

Article 12.Successors

All obligations of the Company under this Plan or any Award Agreement will be binding on any successor to the Company, whether the existence of the successor results from a direct or indirect purchase of all or substantially all of the business or assets of the Company or both, or a merger or consolidation or otherwise.

Article 13.Breach of Restrictive Covenants

An Award Agreement may provide that, notwithstanding any other provision of this Plan to the contrary, if the Participant breaches any noncompetition, nonsolicitation or nondisclosure provision or provision as to Stryker’s ownership of inventions contained in the Award Agreement or otherwise required as a condition to an Award, whether during or after termination of employment or service as a Director, the Participant will forfeit such Award or the Shares issued or payment received in respect thereof (in which case the Company will repay the lesser of any Exercise Price or other amount paid by the Participant or the then Fair Market Value) or pay to the Company any gain realized as a result of the disposition of Shares issued in respect of such Award, all as provided in the applicable Award Agreement.

Article 14.Miscellaneous

14.1Number. Except where otherwise indicated by the context, any plural term used in this Plan includes the singular and a singular term includes the plural.

14.2Severability. If any provision of this Plan is or becomes or is deemed invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, or would disqualify this Plan or any Award under any law deemed applicable by the Committee, such provision shall be construed or deemed amended to conform to applicable law or if it cannot be construed or deemed amended without, in the determination of the Committee, materially altering the intent of this Plan, it shall be stricken and the remainder of this Plan shall remain in full force and effect.

14.3Requirements of Law. The granting of Awards and the issuance of Shares or cash payouts under this Plan will be subject to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and to such approvals by governmental agencies or national securities exchanges as may be required.

14.4Securities Law Compliance. As to any individual who is, on the relevant date, an officer, Director or ten percent beneficial owner of any class of the Company’s equity securities that is registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Exchange Act, all as defined under Section 16 of the Exchange Act, transactions under this Plan are intended to comply with all applicable conditions of Rule 16b-3 under the Exchange Act or any successor rule. To the extent any provision of this Plan or action by the Committee fails to so comply, it will be deemed null and void, to the extent permitted by law and deemed advisable by the Committee.

No Option or stock appreciation right granted pursuant to this Plan shall be exercisable in whole or in part, and no Shares shall be issued pursuant to an Award, if such exercise or issuance would, in

the opinion of counsel for the Company, violate the Securities Act of 1933 (or other federal or state statutes having similar requirements), as in effect at that time. Each Award shall be subject to the further requirement that, if at any time the Board of Directors shall determine in its discretion that the listing or qualification of the Shares subject to such Award under any securities exchange requirements or under any applicable law, or the consent or approval of any governmental regulatory body, is necessary or desirable as a condition of, or in connection with, the issue of Shares thereunder, such Award may not be exercised and no Shares may be issued in whole or in part unless such listing, qualification, consent or approval shall have been effected or obtained free of any condition not acceptable to the Board of Directors.

14.5Code Section 162(m) Provisions. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Plan, if the Committee determines at the time an Award based on the achievement of performance objectives (a “Performance Award”) is granted to a Participant who is then an officer of the Company that such Participant is, or may be as of the end of the tax year in which the Company would ordinarily claim a tax deduction in connection with such Award, a covered employee within the meaning of Section 162(m)(3) of the Code, then the Committee may provide that this Section 14.5 shall be applicable to such Award. If a Performance Award is subject to this Section 14.5, then the lapsing of restrictions thereon and the distribution of cash, Shares or other property pursuant thereto, as applicable, shall be subject to the achievement of one or more objective performance goals pre-established by the Committee, which shall be based on the attainment of specified levels of one or any combination of revenues, cost reductions, operating income, income before taxes, net income, adjusted net income, earnings per share, adjusted earnings per share, operating margins, working capital measures, return on assets, return on equity, return on invested capital, cash flow measures, market share, stock price, shareholder return, economic value added, quality initiatives or compliance initiatives in respect of the Company or the Subsidiary or division of the Company within which the Participant is primarily employed. Such performance goals also may be based on the achievement of specified levels of Company performance (or performance of an applicable Subsidiary or division of the Company) under one or more of the measures described above relative to the performance of other corporations or external indices. Such performance goals shall be set by the Committee within the time period prescribed by, and shall otherwise comply with the requirements of, Section 162(m) of the Code, or any successor provision thereto, and the regulations thereunder. Notwithstanding any provision of this Plan other than Section 3.4, with respect to any Performance Award that is subject to this Section 14.5, the Committee may adjust downwards, but not upwards, the amount payable pursuant to such Award, and the Committee may not waive the achievement of the applicable performance goals except in the case of the death or Disability of the Participant, or under such other conditions where such waiver will not jeopardize the treatment of other Performance Awards as "performance-based compensation" under Section 162(m) of the Code. In addition, at the time of granting Performance Awards or at any time thereafter, in either case to the extent permitted under Section 162(m) of the Code without adversely affecting the treatment of the Performance Award as “performance-based compensation under Section 162(m), the Committee may provide for the manner in which performance will be measured against the performance goals or may adjust the performance goals to reflect the impact of specified corporate transactions, accounting or tax law changes and other extraordinary or nonrecurring events. The Committee shall have the power to impose such other restrictions on Awards as it may deem necessary or appropriate to ensure that such Awards satisfy all requirements for "performance-based compensation" within the meaning of Section 162(m)(4)(C) of the Code, or any successor provision thereto.

14.6Section 409A Compliance. Awards under this Plan are intended to either comply with, or be exempt from, the requirements of Code Section 409A and this Plan shall be interpreted and

administered in a manner consistent with such intent. If an operational failure occurs with respect to Code Section 409A requirements, the Company shall require any affected Participant or beneficiary to fully cooperate with the Company to correct the failure, to the extent possible, in accordance with any correction procedure established by the Internal Revenue Service. Payments made to a Participant in error shall be returned to the Company and do not create a legally binding right to such payments.

14.7Awards to Foreign Nationals and Employees Outside the United States. To the extent the Committee deems it necessary, appropriate or desirable to comply with foreign law or practice and to further the purposes of this Plan, the Committee may, without amending this Plan, establish rules applicable to Awards granted to Participants who are foreign nationals or are employed outside the United States, or both, including rules that differ from those set forth in this Plan, and grant Awards to such Participants in accordance with those rules. The Committee also may impose conditions on the exercise or vesting of Awards in order to minimize the Company’s obligation with respect to tax equalization for Employees on assignments outside their home country.

14.8No Restriction on Other Compensation Arrangements. Nothing contained in this Plan shall prevent the Board from adopting other or additional compensation arrangements, subject to shareholder approval if such approval is required; and such arrangements may be either generally applicable or applicable only in specific cases.

14.9Non-Transferability of Awards. Unless the Committee determines otherwise at the time an Award is granted, Awards may not be sold, pledged, assigned, hypothecated, transferred or disposed of in any manner other than by will or by the laws of descent or distribution and may be exercised during the Participant's lifetime only by him or her or, if permissible under applicable law, by the Participant's guardian or legal representative. An Award and all rights thereunder shall terminate immediately if a Participant attempts to sell, pledge, assign, hypothecate, transfer or otherwise dispose of an Award or any rights therein to any person except as permitted herein or pursuant to the terms of such Award. For the sake of clarity, no Award may be transferred by a Participant for value or consideration.

14.10Governing Law. To the extent not preempted by federal law, this Plan and all agreements hereunder will be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the State of Michigan.

14.11No Limitation on Rights of the Company. The grant of an Award does not and will not in any way affect the right or power of the Company to make adjustments, reclassifications or changes in its capital or business structure, or to merge, consolidate, dissolve, liquidate, sell or transfer all or any part of its business or assets.

14.12Participant to Have No Rights as a Shareholder. Before the date as of which he or she is recorded on the books of the Company as the holder of any Shares underlying an Award, a Participant will have no rights as a shareholder with respect to those Shares.

EX-10.4

Exhibit 10(ii)

KevinA. Lobo

Chairman and CEO

2825 Airview Boulevard

Kalamazoo MI 49002 USA

P 269 389 7353

F 269 389 7209

www.stryker.com

Personal and confidential

February 7, 2018

First Name Last Name

Dear First Name:

I am pleased to inform you that you are one of a select group of individuals receiving a stock option award in 2018. We use these awards to reward performers who we believe will be key contributors to our growth well into the future. The total Award Date Value (ADV) of your awards is approximately USD $xx,xxx.

We are awarding you a nonstatutory stock option for x,xxx shares of Stryker Corporation Common Stock at a price of USD $xxx.xx per share. Except as otherwise provided in the Terms and Conditions, you may exercise this option at 20% per year beginning on February 7, 2019, and it will expire on February 6, 2028.

You must “Accept” the award online via the UBS One Source web site located at www.ubs.com/onesource/SYK between March 1 and March 31, 2018. The detailed terms of the option are in the Terms and Conditions, any applicable country addendum and the provisions of the Company's 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan. Those documents, together with the related Prospectus, are available on the UBS One Source web site, and you should read them before accepting the award.

You can find additional educational materials on the UBS One Source web site in the Library section, including Stock Option brochures, Stock Option Frequently Asked Questions and Stock Option Tax Questions & Answers.

We want our employees to experience rewarding careers at Stryker while driving our business growth. Thank you for your efforts in helping us deliver remarkable results. With your help, I look forward to another successful year.

Sincerely,

Kevin A. Lobo

Chairman and CEO

STRYKER CORPORATION

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RELATING TO NONSTATUTORY STOCK OPTIONS GRANTED

PURSUANT TO THE 2011 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

1.The Options to purchase Shares of Stryker Corporation (the “Company”) granted to you during 2018 are subject to these Terms and Conditions Relating to Nonstatutory Stock Options Granted Pursuant to the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated (the “Terms and Conditions”) and all of the terms and conditions of the Stryker Corporation 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated (the “2011 Plan”), which is incorporated herein by reference. In the case of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the terms of the 2011 Plan, the provisions of the 2011 Plan will govern. Capitalized terms used but not defined herein have the meaning provided therefor in the 2011 Plan. For purposes of these Terms and Conditions, “Employer” means the Company or any Subsidiary that employs you on the applicable date.

2.Upon the termination of your employment with your Employer, your right to exercise the Options shall be only as follows:

(a)If your employment is terminated by reason of Disability (as such term is defined in the 2011 Plan) or death, you, your legal representative or your estate shall have the right, for a period of one (1) year following such termination, to exercise the Options with respect to all or any part of the Shares subject thereto, regardless of whether the right to purchase such Shares had vested on or before the date of your termination by Disability or death.

(b)If your employment is terminated by reason of Retirement (as such term is defined in the 2011 Plan) prior to the date that your Options become fully vested, you will continue to vest in your Options in accordance with the vesting schedule as set forth in the award letter as if you had continued your employment with your Employer. You (or your estate in the event of your death after your termination by Retirement) shall have the right, at any time on or prior to the 10^th anniversary of the grant date, to exercise the vested portion of the Options.

(c)If you cease to be an Employee for any reason other than those provided in (a) or (b) above, you or your estate (in the event of your death after such termination) may, within the 30-day period following such termination, exercise the Options with respect to only such number of Shares as to which the right of exercise had vested on or before the Termination Date. If you are a resident of or employed in the United States, “Termination Date” shall mean the effective date of termination of your employment with your Employer. If you are resident or employed outside of the United States, “Termination Date” shall mean the earliest of (i) the date on which notice of termination is provided to you, (ii) the last day of your active service with your Employer, or (iii) the last day on which you are an Employee of your Employer, as determined in each case without including any required advance notice period and irrespective of the status of the termination under local labor or employment laws.

(d)Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Options shall not be exercisable in whole or in part (i) after the 10^th anniversary of the grant date or (ii) except as provided in Section 3(c) hereof or in the event of termination of employment because of Disability, Retirement or death, unless you shall have continued in the employ of the Company or one of its Subsidiaries for one (1) year following the date of grant of the Options.

(e)Notwithstanding the foregoing, if you are eligible for Retirement but cease to be an Employee for any other reason before you retire, the right to exercise the Options shall be determined as if your employment ceased by reason of Retirement.

(f)If you are both an Employee and a Director, the provisions of this Section 2 shall not apply until such time as you are neither an Employee nor a Director.

3.The number of Shares subject to the Options and the price to be paid therefor shall be subject to adjustment and the term and exercise dates hereof may be accelerated as follows:

(a)In the event that the Shares, as presently constituted, shall be changed into or exchanged for a different number or kind of shares of stock or other securities of the Company or of another corporation (whether by reason of merger, consolidation, recapitalization, reclassification, split-up, combination of shares, or otherwise) or if the number of such Shares shall be increased through the payment of a stock dividend or a dividend on the Shares of rights or warrants to purchase securities of the Company shall be made, then there shall be substituted for or added to each Share theretofore subject to the Options the number and kind of shares of stock or other securities into which each outstanding Share shall be so changed, or for which each such Share shall be exchanged, or to which each such Share shall be entitled. The Options shall also be appropriately amended as to price and other terms as may be necessary to reflect the foregoing events. In the event there shall be any other change in the number or kind of the outstanding Shares, or of any stock or other securities into which such Common Stock shall have been exchanged, then if the Committee shall, in its sole discretion, determine that such change equitably requires an adjustment in the Options, such adjustment shall be made in accordance with such determination.

(b)Fractional Shares resulting from any adjustment in the Options may be settled in cash or otherwise as the Committee shall determine, in its sole discretion. Notice of any adjustment will be given to you and such adjustment (whether or not such notice is given) shall be effective and binding for all purposes hereof.

(c)The Committee shall have the power to amend the Options to permit the exercise of the Options (and to terminate any unexercised Options) prior to the effectiveness of (i) any disposition of substantially all of the assets of the Company or your Employer, (ii) the shutdown, discontinuance of operations or dissolution of the Company or your Employer, or (iii) the merger or consolidation of the Company or your Employer with or into any other unrelated corporation.

4.To exercise the Options, you must complete the on-line exercise procedures as established through UBS, the outsourced stock plan administration vendor, at www.ubs.com/onesource/SYK or by telephone at +1 860 727 1515 (or such other direct dial-in number that may be established from time to time).As part of such procedures, you shall be required to specify the number of Shares that you elect to purchase and the date on which such purchase is to be made, and you shall be required to make full payment of the Exercise Price. An Option shall not be deemed to have been exercised (i.e., the exercise date shall not be deemed to have occurred) until the notice of such exercise and payment in full of the Exercise Price are provided. The exercise date will be defined by the New

York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) trading hours. If an exercise is completed after the market close or on a weekend, the exercise will be dated the next following trading day.

The Exercise Price may be paid in such manner as the Committee may specify from time to time in its sole discretion and as established through UBS, including (but not limited to) the two following methods: (i) by a net exercise arrangement pursuant to which the Company will reduce the number of Shares issued upon exercise by the largest whole number of Shares with an aggregate Fair Market Value on the date of purchase sufficient to cover the aggregate Exercise Price or (ii) cash payment. In cases where you utilize the net exercise arrangement and the Fair Market Value of the number of whole Shares withheld is greater than the aggregate Exercise Price, the Company shall make a cash payment to you equal to the difference as soon as administratively practicable.

5.If you are resident and/or employed outside of the United States, you agree, as a condition of the grant of the Options, to repatriate all payments attributable to the Shares and/or cash acquired under the 2011 Plan (including, but not limited to, dividends and any proceeds derived from the sale of the Shares acquired pursuant to the Options) if required by and in accordance with local foreign exchange rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). In addition, you also agree to take any and all actions, and consent to any and all actions taken by the Company and its Subsidiaries, as may be required to allow the Company and its Subsidiaries to comply with local laws, rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). Finally, you agree to take any and all actions as may be required to comply with your personal legal and tax obligations under local laws, rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different).

6.If you are resident or employed in a country that is a member of the European Union, the grant of the Options and these Terms and Conditions are intended to comply with the age discrimination provisions of the EU Equal Treatment Framework Directive, as implemented into local law (the “Age Discrimination Rules”). To the extent that a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction determines that any provision of these Terms and Conditions is invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, under the Age Discrimination Rules, the Company, in its sole discretion, shall have the power and authority to revise or strike such provision to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable to the full extent permitted under local law.

7.Regardless of any action the Company and/or your Employer take with respect to any or all income tax (including U.S. federal, state and local taxes and/or non-U.S. taxes), social insurance, payroll tax, payment on account or other tax-related withholding (“Tax-Related Items”), you acknowledge that the ultimate liability for all Tax-Related Items legally due by you is and remains your responsibility and that the Company and your Employer (i) make no representations or undertakings regarding the treatment of any Tax-Related Items in connection with any aspect of the Options, including the grant of the Options, the vesting of the Options, the exercise of the Options, the subsequent sale of any Shares acquired pursuant to the Options and the receipt of any dividends and (ii) do not commit to structure the terms of the grant or any aspect of the Options to reduce or eliminate your liability for Tax-Related Items. Further, if you become subject to taxation in more than one country between the grant date and the date of any relevant taxable or tax withholding event, as applicable, you acknowledge that the Employer (or former employer, as applicable) may be required to withhold or account for Tax-Related Items in more than one country.

Prior to the delivery of Shares upon exercise of your Options, if your country of residence (and/or your country of employment, if different) requires withholding of Tax-Related Items, the Company may withhold a number of whole Shares otherwise issuable upon exercise of the Options that have

an aggregate Fair Market Value that the Company, taking into account local requirements and administrative issues, determines in its sole discretion is appropriate to cover withholding for Tax-Related Items with respect to the Shares. The cash equivalent of the Shares withheld will be used to settle the obligation to withhold the Tax-Related Items. In cases where the Fair Market Value of the number of whole Shares withheld at the time of exercise is greater than the amount required to be paid to the relevant government authorities with respect to withholding for Tax-Related Items, the Company shall make a cash payment to you equal to the difference as soon as administratively practicable. In the event that withholding in Shares is prohibited or problematic under applicable law or causes adverse consequences to the Company or your Employer, your Employer may withhold the Tax-Related Items required to be withheld with respect to the Shares in cash from your regular salary and/or wages or other amounts payable to you. In the event the withholding requirements are not satisfied through the withholding of Shares or through your regular salary and/or wages or any other amounts payable to you by your Employer, no Shares will be issued to you (or your estate) upon exercise of the Options unless and until satisfactory arrangements (as determined by the Board of Directors) have been made by you with respect to the payment of any Tax-Related Items that the Company or your Employer determines, in its sole discretion, should be withheld or collected with respect to such Options. By accepting these Options, you expressly consent to the withholding of Shares and/or withholding from your regular salary and/or wages or other amounts payable to you as provided for hereunder. All other Tax-Related Items related to the Options and any Shares delivered in payment thereof are your sole responsibility.

8.The Options are intended to be exempt from the requirements of Code Section 409A. The 2011 Plan and these Terms and Conditions shall be administered and interpreted in a manner consistent with this intent. If the Company determines that these Terms and Conditions are subject to Code Section 409A and that it has failed to comply with the requirements of that Section, the Company may, at the Company’s sole discretion and without your consent, amend these Terms and Conditions to cause them to comply with Code Section 409A or be exempt from Code Section 409A.

9.If you were required to sign the “Stryker Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement” or a similar agreement in order to receive the Options or have previously signed such an agreement and you breach any non-competition, non-solicitation or non-disclosure provision or provision as to ownership of inventions contained therein at any time while employed by the Company or a Subsidiary or during the one-year period following termination of employment, any unexercised portion of the Options shall be rescinded and you shall return to the Company all Shares that were acquired upon exercise of the Options that you have not disposed of and the Company shall repay you an amount for each such Share equal to the lesser of the Exercise Price or the Fair Market Value of a Share at such time. Further, you shall pay to the Company an amount equal to the profit realized by you (if any) on all Shares that were acquired upon exercise of the Options that you have disposed of. For purposes of the preceding sentence, the profit shall be the positive difference between the Fair Market Value of the Shares at the time of disposition and the Exercise Price.

10.The Options shall be transferable only by will or the laws of descent and distribution and shall be exercisable during your lifetime only by you. If you purport to make any transfer of the Options, except as aforesaid, the Options and all rights thereunder shall terminate immediately.

11.The Options shall not be exercisable in whole or in part, and the Company shall not be obligated to issue any Shares subject to the Options, if such exercise and sale would, in the opinion of counsel for the Company, violate the Securities Act of 1933 or any other U.S. federal, state or non-U.S.

statute having similar requirements as it may be in effect at the time. The Options are subject to the further requirement that, if at any time the Board of Directors shall determine in its discretion that the listing or qualification of the Shares subject to the Options under any securities exchange requirements or under any applicable law, or the consent or approval of any governmental regulatory body, is necessary or desirable as a condition of or in connection with the issuance of Shares pursuant to the Options, the Options may not be exercised in whole or in part unless such listing, qualification, consent or approval shall have been effected or obtained free of any conditions not acceptable to the Board of Directors.

12.The grant of the Options shall not confer upon you any right to continue in the employ of your Employer nor limit in any way the right of your Employer to terminate your employment at any time. You shall have no rights as a shareholder of the Company with respect to any Shares issuable upon the exercise of the Options until the date of issuance of such Shares.

13.You acknowledge and agree that the 2011 Plan is discretionary in nature and may be amended, cancelled, or terminated by the Company, in its sole discretion, at any time. The grant of the Options under the 2011 Plan is a one-time benefit and does not create any contractual or other right to receive a grant of Options or any other award under the 2011 Plan or other benefits in lieu thereof in the future. Future grants, if any, will be at the sole discretion of the Company, including, but not limited to, the form and timing of any grant, the number of Shares subject to the grant, the vesting provisions and the exercise price. Any amendment, modification or termination of the 2011 Plan shall not constitute a change or impairment of the terms and conditions of your employment with your Employer.

14.Your participation in the 2011 Plan is voluntary. The value of the Options and any other awards granted under the 2011 Plan is an extraordinary item of compensation outside the scope of your employment (and your employment contract, if any). Any grant under the 2011 Plan, including the grant of the Options, is not part of normal or expected compensation for purposes of calculating any severance, resignation, redundancy, end of service payments, bonuses, long-service awards, pension, or retirement benefits or similar payments.

15.These Terms and Conditions shall bind and inure to the benefit of the Company, its successors and assigns and you and your estate in the event of your death.

16.The Options are Nonstatutory Stock Options and shall not be treated as Incentive Stock Options.

17.The Company and your Employer hereby notify you of the following in relation to your personal data and the collection, processing and transfer of such data in relation to the grant of the Options and your participation in the 2011 Plan pursuant to applicable personal data protection laws. The collection, processing and transfer of your personal data is necessary for the Company’s administration of the 2011 Plan and your participation in the 2011 Plan, and your denial and/or objection to the collection, processing and transfer of personal data may affect your ability to participate in the 2011 Plan. As such, you voluntarily acknowledge, consent and agree (where required under applicable law) to the collection, use, processing and transfer of personal data as described herein.

The Company and your Employer hold certain personal information about you, including (but not limited to) your name, home address and telephone number, e-mail address, date of birth, social security number or other employee identification number (e.g., resident registration number), salary,

nationality, job title, any Shares or directorships held in the Company, details of all Options or any other entitlement to Shares awarded, canceled, purchased, vested, unvested or outstanding in your favor for the purpose of managing and administering the 2011 Plan (“Data”). The Data maybe provided by you or collected, where lawful, from third parties, and the Company and your Employer will process the Data for the exclusive purpose of implementing, administering and managing your participation in the 2011 Plan. The data processing will take place through electronic and non-electronic means according to logics and procedures strictly correlated to the purposes for which the Data is collected and with confidentiality and security provisions as set forth by applicable laws and regulations in your country of residence. Data processing operations will be performed minimizing the use of personal and identification data when such information is unnecessary for the processing purposes sought. The Data will be accessible within the Company’s organization only by those persons requiring access for purposes of the implementation, administration and operation of the 2011 Plan and for your participation in the 2011 Plan.

The Company and your Employer will transfer Data as necessary for the purpose of implementation, administration and management of your participation in the 2011 Plan, and the Company and your Employer may each further transfer Data to any third parties assisting the Company in the implementation, administration and management of the 2011 Plan. These recipients may be located in the European Economic Area, the United States or elsewhere throughout the world. You hereby authorize (where required under applicable law) the recipients to receive, possess, use, retain and transfer the Data, in electronic or other form, for purposes of implementing, administering and managing your participation in the 2011 Plan, including any requisite transfer of such Data as may be required for the administration of the 2011 Plan and/or the subsequent holding of Shares on your behalf to a broker or other third party with whom you may elect to deposit any Shares acquired pursuant to the 2011 Plan.

You may, at any time, exercise your rights provided under applicable personal data protection laws, which may include the right to (a) obtain confirmation as to the existence of the Data, (b) verify the content, origin and accuracy of the Data, (c) request the integration, update, amendment, deletion or blockage (for breach of applicable laws) of the Data and (d) oppose, for legal reasons, the collection, processing or transfer of the Data that is not necessary or required for the implementation, administration and/or operation of the 2011 Plan and your participation in the 2011 Plan. You may seek to exercise these rights by contacting your local HR manager.

Finally, upon request of the Company or your Employer, you agree to provide an executed data privacy consent form (or any other agreements or consents that may be required by the Company and/or your Employer) that the Company deems necessary to obtain from you for the purpose of administering your participation in the 2011 Plan in compliance with the data privacy laws in your country of employment (and country of residence, if different), either now or in the future.  You understand and agree that you will not be able to participate in the 2011 Plan if you fail to provide any such consent or agreement requested by the Company. 

18.The grant of the Options is not intended to be a public offering of securities in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). The Company has not submitted any registration statement, prospectus or other filing(s) with the local securities authorities (unless otherwise required under local law). No employee of the Company is permitted to advise you on whether you should purchase Shares under the 2011 Plan or provide you with any legal, tax or financial advice with respect to the grant of your Options. Investment in Shares involves a degree of risk. Before deciding to purchase Shares pursuant to the Options, you should carefully

consider all risk factors and tax considerations relevant to the acquisition of Shares under the 2011 Plan or the disposition of them. Further, you should carefully review all of the materials related to the Options and the 2011 Plan, and you should consult with your personal legal, tax and financial advisors for professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

19.All questions concerning the construction, validity and interpretation of the Options and the 2011 Plan shall be governed and construed according to the laws of the state of Michigan, without regard to the application of the conflicts of laws provisions thereof. Any disputes regarding the Options or the 2011 Plan shall be brought only in the state or federal courts of the state of Michigan.

20.The Company may, in its sole discretion, decide to deliver any documents related to the Options or other awards granted to you under the 2011 Plan by electronic means. You hereby consent to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agree to participate in the 2011 Plan through an on-line or electronic system established and maintained by the Company or a third party designated by the Company.

21.The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of the 2011 Plan or these Terms and Conditions shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of the 2011 Plan or these Terms and Conditions.

22.If you are resident outside of the United States, you acknowledge and agree that it is your express intent that these Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan and all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to the Options be drawn up in English. If you have received these Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan or any other documents related to the Options translated into a language other than English and the meaning of the translated version is different than the English version, the English version will control.

23.You acknowledge that, depending on your or your broker's country of residence or where the Shares are listed, you may be subject to insider trading restrictions and/or market abuse laws which may affect your ability to accept, acquire, sell or otherwise dispose of Shares, rights to Shares (e.g., Options) or rights linked to the value of Shares during such times you are considered to have “inside information” regarding the Company as defined in the laws or regulations in your country of employment (and country of residence, if different).  Local insider trading laws and regulations may prohibit the cancellation or amendment of orders you placed before you possessed inside information.  Furthermore, you could be prohibited from (i) disclosing the inside information to any third party (other than on a “need to know” basis) and (ii) “tipping” third parties or causing them otherwise to buy or sell securities.  Third parties include fellow employees.  Any restrictions under these laws or regulations are separate from and in addition to any restrictions that may be imposed under any applicable Company insider trading policy.  You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to comply with any restrictions and are advised to speak to your personal advisor on this matter.

24.Notwithstanding any provisions of these Terms and Conditions to the contrary, the Options shall be subject to any special terms and conditions for your country of residence (and country of employment, if different) set forth in an addendum to these Terms and Conditions (an “Addendum”). Further, if you transfer your residence and/or employment to another country reflected in an Addendum to these Terms and Conditions at the time of transfer, the special terms and conditions for such country will apply to you to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that the application of such special terms and conditions is necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan (or the Company may establish alternative terms and conditions as may be necessary or

advisable to accommodate your transfer). In all circumstances, any applicable Addendum shall constitute part of these Terms and Conditions.

25.The Company reserves the right to impose other requirements on the Options, any Shares acquired pursuant to the Options and your participation in the 2011 Plan to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that such other requirements are necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan. Such requirements may include (but are not limited to) requiring you to sign any agreements or undertakings that may be necessary to accomplish the foregoing.

26.This Section 26 applies only to those persons whom the Company’s Recoupment Policy applies (the corporate officers elected by the Company’s Board of Directors other than Assistant Controllers, Assistant Secretaries and Assistant Treasurers). Notwithstanding any other provision of these Terms and Conditions to the contrary, you acknowledge and agree that your Options, any Shares acquired pursuant thereto and/or any amount received with respect to any sale of such Shares are subject to potential cancellation, recoupment, rescission, payback or other action in accordance with the terms of the Company’s Recoupment Policy as in effect on the date of grant (a copy of which has been furnished to you) and as the Recoupment Policy may be amended from time to time in order to comply with changes in laws, rules or regulations that are applicable to such Options and Shares. You agree and consent to the Company’s application, implementation and enforcement of (a) the Recoupment Policy and (b) any provision of applicable law relating to cancellation, recoupment, rescission or payback of compensation and expressly agree that the Company may take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the Recoupment Policy (as applicable to you) or applicable law without further consent or action being required by you. For purposes of the foregoing, you expressly and explicitly authorize the Company to issue instructions, on your behalf, to any brokerage firm and/or third party administrator engaged by the Company to hold your Shares and other amounts acquired under the Plan to re-convey, transfer or otherwise return such Shares and/or other amounts to the Company. In the case of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the Recoupment Policy, the terms of the Recoupment Policy shall prevail.

27.By accepting the grant of Options, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, the Addendum to these Terms and Conditions (as applicable) and the 2011 Plan and specifically accept and agree to the provisions therein.

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STRYKER CORPORATION

ADDENDUM TO

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RELATING TO NONSTATUTORY STOCK OPTIONS GRANTED

PURSUANT TO THE 2011 PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

In addition to the terms of the 2011 Plan and the Terms and Conditions, the Options are subject to the following additional terms and conditions (the “Addendum”). All capitalized terms as contained in this Addendum shall have the same meaning as set forth in the 2011 Plan and the Terms and Conditions. Pursuant to Section 24 of the Terms and Conditions, if you transfer your residence and/or employment to another country reflected in an Addendum at the time of transfer, the special terms and conditions for such country will apply to you to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that the application of such terms and conditions is necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan (or the Company may establish alternative terms and conditions as may be necessary or advisable to accommodate your transfer).

AUSTRALIA                                                        

1.

1.Options Conditioned on Satisfaction of Regulatory Obligations. If you are (a) a director of a Subsidiary incorporated in Australia, or (b) a person who is a management-level executive of a Subsidiary incorporated in Australia and who also is a director of a Subsidiary incorporated outside of the Australia, the grant of the Options is conditioned upon satisfaction of the shareholder approval provisions of section 200B of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in Australia.

The Australian Offer Document can be accessed at [UBS INSERT LINK HERE]

BELGIUM                                                        

Name: ___________________________ Number of Shares: _____________________

Date of Grant: ___________________________ Exercise Price: _____________________

1.Acceptance of Options. For the Options to be subject to taxation at the time of grant, you must affirmatively accept the Options in writing within 60 days of the date of grant specified above by signing below and returning this original executed Addendum to:

Stock Plan Administration Department

2825 Airview Blvd.

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49002 (U.S.A)

I hereby accept the ________ (number) Options granted to me by the Company on the date of grant. I also acknowledge that I have been encouraged to discuss the acceptance of the Options and the applicable tax treatment with a financial and/or tax advisor, and that my decision to accept the Options is made with full knowledge of the applicable consequences.

Employee Signature:_______________________________

Employee Printed Name:_______________________________

Date of Acceptance:_______________________________

If you fail to affirmatively accept the Options in writing within 60 days of the date of grant, the Options will not be subject to taxation at the time of grant but instead will be subject to taxation on the date you exercise the Options (or such other treatment as may apply under Belgian tax law at the time of exercise).

2.Payment of Exercise Price Limited to Cash Payment. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in Section 4 of the Terms and Conditions, you shall be permitted to pay the Exercise Price only by means of a cash payment (and the net exercise method shall not be permitted).

3.Undertaking for Qualifying Options. If you are accepting the Options in writing within 60 days of the date of grant and wish to have the Options subject to a lower valuation for Belgium tax purposes pursuant to the article 43, §6 of the Belgian law of 26 March 1999, you may agree and undertake to (a) not exercise the Options before the end of the third calendar year following the calendar year in which the date of grant falls, and (b) not transfer the Options under any circumstances (except on rights your heir might have in the Options upon your death). If you wish to make this undertaking, you must sign below and return this executed Addendum to the address listed above.

Employee Signature:_______________________________

Employee Printed Name:_______________________________

BRAZIL                                                        

1. Labor Law Acknowledgment. By accepting the Options, you acknowledge and agree, for all legal purposes, that (a) the benefits provided under the Terms and Conditions and the 2011 Plan are the result of commercial transactions unrelated to your employment; (b) the Terms and Conditions and the 2011 Plan are not a part of the terms and conditions of your employment; and (c) the income from the Options, if any, is not part of your remuneration from employment.

2.Compliance with Law. By accepting the Options, you acknowledge and agree to comply with applicable Brazilian laws and to pay any and all applicable taxes associated with the exercise of the Options, the issuance and/or sale of Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan and the receipt of any dividends.

CANADA                                                        

1.No Exercise by Using Previously Owned Shares. Notwithstanding anything in Section 4 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are resident in Canada, you shall not be permitted to use previously-owned Shares for exercising the Options.

2.Use of English Language. If you are a resident of Quebec, by accepting the Options, you acknowledge and agree that it is your express wish that the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, as well as all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to your Option, either directly or indirectly, be drawn up in English.

Langue anglaise. En acceptant l'allocation de votre Options, vous reconnaissez et acceptez avoir souhaité que le Termes et Conditions, le présent avenant, ainsi que tous autres documents exécutés, avis donnés et procédures judiciaires intentées, relatifs, directement ou indirectement, à l'allocation de votre Option, soient rédigés en anglais.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM. PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

DENMARK                                                        

1.Treatment of Options upon Termination of Employment. Notwithstanding any provision in the Terms and Conditions or the Plan to the contrary, unless you are a member of registered management who is not considered a salaried employee, the treatment of the Option upon a termination of employment which is not a result of death shall be governed by Sections 4 and 5 of the Danish Act on Stock Option in Employment Relations. However, if the provisions in the Terms and Conditions or the Plan governing the treatment of the Option upon a termination of employment are more favorable, then the provisions of the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan will govern.

FINLAND                                                        

1.Withholding of Tax-Related Items. Notwithstanding anything in Section 5 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are a local national of Finland, any Tax-Related Items shall be withheld only in cash from your regular salary/wages or other amounts payable to you in cash or such other withholding methods as may be permitted under the 2011 Plan and allowed under local law.

FRANCE                                                        

1.Use of English Language.  By accepting the Options, you acknowledge and agree that it is your express wish that the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, as well as all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to your Option, either directly or indirectly, be drawn up in English.

Langue anglaise. En acceptant l'allocation de votre Option, vous reconnaissez et acceptez avoir souhaité que le Termes et Conditions, le présent avenant, ainsi que tous autres documents exécutés, avis donnés et procédures judiciaires intentées, relatifs, directement ou indirectement, à l'allocation de votre Option, soient rédigés en anglais.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

HONG KONG                                                        

1.Important Notice. Warning: The contents of the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, the 2011 Plan, and all other materials pertaining to the Options and/or the 2011 Plan have not been reviewed by any regulatory authority in Hong Kong. You are hereby advised to exercise caution in relation to the offer thereunder. If you have any doubts about any of the contents of the aforesaid materials, you should obtain independent professional advice.

2.Lapse of Restrictions. If, for any reason, Shares are issued to you within six (6) months of the grant date, you agree that you will not sell or otherwise dispose of any such Shares prior to the six-month anniversary of the grant date.

3.Settlement in Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Addendum, the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan, the Options shall be settled only in Shares (and may not be settled in cash).

4.Nature of the Plan. The Company specifically intends that the 2011 Plan will not be treated as an occupational retirement scheme for purposes of the Occupational Retirement Schemes Ordinance (“ORSO”). To the extent any court, tribunal or legal/regulatory body in Hong Kong determines that the 2011 Plan constitutes an occupational retirement scheme for the purposes of ORSO, the grant of the Options shall be null and void.

MEXICO                                                        

1.Commercial Relationship. You expressly recognize that your participation in the 2011 Plan and the Company’s grant of the Options does not constitute an employment relationship between you and the Company. You have been granted the Options as a consequence of the commercial relationship between the Company and the Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, and the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico is your sole employer. Based on the foregoing, (a) you expressly recognize the 2011 Plan and the benefits you may derive from your participation in the 2011 Plan do not establish any rights between you and the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, (b) the 2011 Plan and the benefits you may derive from your participation in the 2011 Plan are not part of the employment conditions and/or benefits provided by the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, and (c) any modification or amendment of the 2011 Plan by the Company, or a termination of the 2011 Plan by the Company, shall not constitute a change or impairment of the terms and conditions of your employment with the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you.

2.Extraordinary Item of Compensation. You expressly recognize and acknowledge that your participation in the 2011 Plan is a result of the discretionary and unilateral decision of the Company, as well as your free and voluntary decision to participate in the 2011 Plan in accord with the terms and conditions of the 2011 Plan, the Terms and Conditions, and this Addendum. As such, you acknowledge and agree that the Company may, in its sole discretion, amend and/or discontinue

your participation in the 2011 Plan at any time and without any liability. The value of the Options is an extraordinary item of compensation outside the scope of your employment contract, if any. The Options are not part of your regular or expected compensation for purposes of calculating any severance, resignation, redundancy, end of service payments, bonuses, long-service awards, pension or retirement benefits, or any similar payments, which are the exclusive obligations of the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

NETHERLANDS                                                    

1.Waiver of Termination Rights. As a condition to the grant of the Options, you hereby waive any and all rights to compensation or damages as a result of the termination of your employment with the Company and your Employer for any reason whatsoever, insofar as those rights result or may result from (a) the loss or diminution in value of such rights or entitlements under the 2011 Plan, or (b) you ceasing to have rights under or ceasing to be entitled to any awards under the 2011 Plan as a result of such termination.

NEW ZEALAND                                                    

1.WARNING. You are being offered Options in Stryker Corporation. If the Company runs into financial difficulties and is wound up, you may lose some or all your investment. New Zealand law normally requires people who offer financial products to give information to investors before they invest. This requires those offering financial products to have disclosed information that is important for investors to make an informed decision. The usual rules do not apply to this offer because it is an offer made under the Employee Share Scheme exemption. As a result, you may not be given all the information usually required. You will also have fewer other legal protections for this investment. You should ask questions, read all documents carefully, and seek independent financial advice before accepting the offer. The Company’s Shares are currently traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SYK” and Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan may be sold through this exchange. You may end up selling the Shares at a price that is lower than the value of the Shares when you acquired them. The price will depend on the demand for the Company's Shares. The Company’s most recent annual report (which includes the Company’s financial statements) is available at http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=118965&p=irol-irhome. You are entitled to receive a copy of this report, free of charge, upon written request to the Company at STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

SINGAPORE                                                        

1.Qualifying Person Exemption. The following provision shall replace Section 18 of the Terms and Conditions:

The grant of the Options under the 2011 Plan is being made pursuant to the “Qualifying Person” exemption” under section 273(1)(f) of the Securities and Futures Act (Chapter 289, 2011 Ed.) (“SFA”). The 2011 Plan has not been lodged or registered as a prospectus with the Monetary Authority of Singapore. You should note that, as a result, the Options are subject to section 257 of the SFA and you will not be able to make (a) any subsequent sale of the Shares in Singapore or (ii) any offer of such subsequent sale of the Shares subject to the Options in Singapore, unless such sale or offer is made pursuant to the exemptions under Part XIII Division (1) Subdivision (4) (other than section 280) of the SFA (Chapter 289, 2011 Ed.).

SOUTH AFRICA                                                    

1.Withholding Taxes. The following provision supplements Section 5 of the Terms and Conditions: By accepting the Options, you agree to notify your Employer in South Africa of the amount of any gain realized upon exercise of the Options. If you fail to advise the Company of the gain realized upon exercise, you may be liable for a fine. You will be responsible for paying any difference between the actual tax liability and the amount withheld.

2.Exchange Control Obligations. You are solely responsible for complying with applicable exchange control regulations and rulings (the “Exchange Control Regulations”) in South Africa. As the Exchange Control Regulations change frequently and without notice, you should consult your legal advisor prior to the acquisition or sale of Shares under the 2011 Plan to ensure compliance with current Exchange Control Regulations. Neither the Company nor any of its Subsidiaries will be liable for any fines or penalties resulting from your failure to comply with applicable laws.

3.Securities Law Information and Deemed Acceptance of Options.  Neither the Options nor the underlying Shares shall be publicly offered or listed on any stock exchange in South Africa.  The offer is intended to be private pursuant to Section 96 of the Companies Act and is not subject to the supervision of any South African governmental authority. Pursuant to Section 96 of the Companies Act, the Options offer must be finalized on or before the 60th day following the grant date.  If you do not want to accept the Options, you are required to decline the Options no later than the 60th day following the grant date.  If you do not reject the Options on or before the 60th day following the grant date,  you will be deemed to accept the Options.

SOUTH KOREA                                                    

1.Consent to Collection, Processing and Transfer of Personal Data. By electronically accepting the Terms and Conditions, you agree to the collection, use, processing and transfer of Data as described in Section 17 of the Terms and Conditions; and you agree to the processing of your unique identifying information (resident registration number) as described in Section 17 of the Terms and Conditions.

SPAIN                                                            

1.Acknowledgement of Discretionary Nature of the 2011 Plan; No Vested Rights. In accepting the Options, you acknowledge that you consent to participation in the 2011 Plan and have received a copy of the 2011 Plan. You understand that the Company has unilaterally, gratuitously and in its sole discretion granted Options under the 2011 Plan to individuals who may be employees of the Company or its Subsidiaries throughout the world. The decision is a limited decision that is entered into upon the express assumption and condition that any grant will not economically or otherwise bind the Company or any of its Subsidiaries on an ongoing basis. Consequently, you understand that the Options are granted on the assumption and condition that the Options and the Shares acquired upon exercise of the Options shall not become a part of any employment contract (either with the Company or any of its Subsidiaries) and shall not be considered a mandatory benefit, salary for any purposes (including severance compensation) or any other right whatsoever. In addition, you understand that this grant would not be made to you but for the assumptions and conditions referenced above. Thus, you acknowledge and freely accept that should any or all of the assumptions be mistaken or should any of the conditions not be met for any reason, the Options shall be null and void.

You understand and agree that, as a condition of the grant of the Options, any unvested Options as of the date you cease active employment and any vested portion of the Options not exercised within the post-termination exercise period set out in the Terms and Conditions will be forfeited without entitlement to the underlying Shares or to any amount of indemnification in the event of the termination of employment by reason of, but not limited to, (i) material modification of the terms of employment under Article 41 of the Workers’ Statute or (ii) relocation under Article 40 of the Workers’ Statute. You acknowledge that you have read and specifically accept the conditions referred to in the Terms and Conditions regarding the impact of a termination of employment on your Options.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

SWEDEN                                                        

1.Exercise by Cash Payment Only. Notwithstanding anything in Section 4 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are a local national of Sweden, you may exercise the Options only by means of a cash payment or such other methods as may be permitted under the 2011 Plan and allowed under local law.

2.Withholding of Tax-Related Items. Notwithstanding anything in Section 5 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are a local national of Sweden, any Tax-Related Items shall be withheld only in cash from your regular salary/wages or other amounts payable to you in cash, or such other withholding methods as may be permitted under the 2011 Plan and allowed under local law.

UNITED KINGDOM                                                    

1.No Exercise by Using Existing Shares. Notwithstanding anything in Section 4 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are resident in the United Kingdom, you shall not be permitted to use existing Shares for exercising the Options and paying the Exercise Price.

2.Income Tax and Social Insurance Contribution Withholding. The following provision shall supplement Section 6 of the Terms and Conditions:

Without limitation to Section 6 of the Terms and Conditions, you agree that you are liable for all Tax-Related Items and hereby covenant to pay all such Tax-Related Items, as and when requested by the Company, your Employer or by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (“HMRC”) (or any other tax authority or any other relevant authority). You also agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the Company and your Employer against any Tax-Related Items that they are required to pay or withhold or have paid or will pay to HMRC on your behalf (or any other tax authority or any other relevant authority).

3.Exclusion of Claim. You acknowledge and agree that you will have no entitlement to compensation or damages in consequence of the termination of your employment with the Company and the Subsidiary that employs you for any reason whatsoever and whether or not in breach of contract, insofar as any purported claim to such entitlement arises or may arise from your ceasing to have rights under or to be entitled to exercise the Options as a result of such termination of employment (whether the termination is in breach of contract or otherwise), or from the loss or diminution in value of the Options. Upon the grant of the Options, you shall be deemed irrevocably to have waived any such entitlement.

EX-10.5

Exhibit 10(iii)

Kevin A. Lobo

Chairman and CEO

2825 Airview Boulevard

Kalamazoo MI 49002 USA

P 269 389 7353

F 269 389 7209

www.stryker.com

Personal and confidential

February 7, 2018

First Name Last Name

Dear First Name:

I am pleased to inform you that you are one of a select group of individuals receiving a restricted stock units (RSUs) award in 2018. We use these awards to reward performers who we believe will be key contributors to our growth well into the future. The total Award Date Value (ADV) of your award is approximately USD $xx,xxx.

You are receiving x,xxx RSUs with respect to Common Stock of Stryker Corporation. Except as otherwise provided in the Terms and Conditions, one-third of these RSUs will vest on March 21 of each of the three years beginning March 21, 2019.

You must “Accept” the award online via the UBS One Source web site located at www.ubs.com/onesource/SYK between March 1 and March 31, 2018. The detailed terms of the RSUs are in the Terms and Conditions, any applicable country addendum and the provisions of the Company's 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan. Those documents, together with the related Prospectus, are available on the UBS One Source web site, and you should read them before accepting the award.

You can find additional educational materials on the UBS One Source web site in the Library section, including RSUs brochures, RSUs Frequently Asked Questions and RSUs Tax Questions & Answers.

We want our employees to experience rewarding careers at Stryker while driving our business growth. Thank you for your efforts in helping us deliver remarkable results. With your help, I look forward to another successful year.

Sincerely,

Kevin A. Lobo

Chairman and CEO

STRYKER CORPORATION

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RELATING TO RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS GRANTED

PURSUANT TO THE 2011 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

1.The Restricted Stock Units (“RSUs”) with respect to Common Stock of Stryker Corporation (the “Company”) granted to you during 2018 are subject to these Terms and Conditions Relating to Restricted Stock Units Granted Pursuant to the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated (the “Terms and Conditions”) and all of the terms and conditions of the Stryker Corporation 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated (the “2011 Plan”), which is incorporated herein by reference. In the case of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the terms of the 2011 Plan, the provisions of the 2011 Plan will govern. Capitalized terms used but not defined herein have the meaning provided therefor in the 2011 Plan. For purposes of these Terms and Conditions, “Employer” means the Company or any Subsidiary that employs you on the applicable date.

2.Your right to receive the Shares issuable pursuant to the RSUs shall be only as follows:

(a)If you continue to be an Employee, you will receive the Shares underlying the RSUs that have become vested as soon as administratively possible following the vesting date as set forth in the award letter.

(b) If you cease to be an Employee by reason of Disability (as such term is defined in the 2011 Plan) or death prior to the date that your RSUs become fully vested, you or your estate will become fully vested in your RSUs, and you, your legal representative or your estate will receive all of the underlying Shares as soon as administratively practicable following your termination by Disability or death.

(c)If you cease to be an Employee by reason of Retirement (as such term is defined in the 2011 Plan) prior to the date that your RSUs become fully vested, you will continue to vest in your RSUs in accordance with the vesting schedule as set forth in the award letter as if you had continued your employment with your Employer.

(d)If you cease to be an Employee prior to the date that your RSUs become fully vested for any reason other than those provided in (b) or (c) above, you shall cease vesting in your RSUs effective as of your Termination Date. If you are a resident of or employed in the United States, “Termination Date” shall mean the effective date of termination of your employment with your Employer. If you are resident or employed outside of the United States, “Termination Date” shall mean the earliest of (i) the date on which notice of termination is provided to you, (ii) the last day of your active service with your Employer, or (iii) the last day on which you are an Employee of your Employer, as determined in each case without including any required advance notice period and irrespective of the status of the termination under local labor or employment laws.

(e)Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company may, in its sole discretion, settle your RSUs in the form of: (i) a cash payment to the extent settlement in Shares (1) is prohibited under local law, (2) would require you, the Company and/or your Employer to obtain the approval of any governmental and/or regulatory body in your country of residence (and country of employment, if

different), or (3) is administratively burdensome; or (ii) Shares, but require you to immediately sell such Shares (in which case, the Company shall have the authority to issue sales instructions in relation to such Shares on your behalf).

3.The number of Shares subject to the RSUs shall be subject to adjustment and the vesting dates hereof may be accelerated as follows:

(a)In the event that the Shares, as presently constituted, shall be changed into or exchanged for a different number or kind of shares of stock or other securities of the Company or of another corporation (whether by reason of merger, consolidation, recapitalization, reclassification, split-up, combination of shares, or otherwise) or if the number of such Shares shall be increased through the payment of a stock dividend or a dividend on the Shares of rights or warrants to purchase securities of the Company shall be made, then there shall be substituted for or added to each Share theretofore subject to the RSUs the number and kind of shares of stock or other securities into which each outstanding Share shall be so changed, or for which each such Share shall be exchanged, or to which each such Share shall be entitled. The other terms of the RSUs shall also be appropriately amended as may be necessary to reflect the foregoing events. In the event there shall be any other change in the number or kind of the outstanding Shares, or of any stock or other securities into which such Shares shall have been exchanged, then if the Committee shall, in its sole discretion, determine that such change equitably requires an adjustment in the RSUs, such adjustment shall be made in accordance with such determination.

(b)Fractional Shares resulting from any adjustment in the RSUs may be settled in cash or otherwise as the Committee shall determine, in its sole discretion. Notice of any adjustment will be given to you and such adjustment (whether or not such notice is given) shall be effective and binding for all purposes hereof.

(c)The Committee shall have the power to amend the RSUs to permit the immediate vesting of the RSUs (and to terminate any unvested RSUs) and the distribution of the underlying Shares prior to the effectiveness of (i) any disposition of substantially all of the assets of the Company or your Employer, (ii) the shutdown, discontinuance of operations or dissolution of the Company or your Employer, or (iii) the merger or consolidation of the Company or your Employer with or into any other unrelated corporation.

4.If you are resident and/or employed outside of the United States, you agree, as a condition of the grant of the RSUs, to repatriate all payments attributable to the Shares and/or cash acquired under the 2011 Plan (including, but not limited to, dividends, dividend equivalents and any proceeds derived from the sale of the Shares acquired pursuant to the RSUs) if required by and in accordance with local foreign exchange rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). In addition, you also agree to take any and all actions, and consent to any and all actions taken by the Company and its Subsidiaries, as may be required to allow the Company and its Subsidiaries to comply with local laws, rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). Finally, you agree to take any and all actions as may be required to comply with your personal legal and tax obligations under local laws, rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different).

5.If you are resident and/or employed in a country that is a member of the European Union, the grant of the RSUs and these Terms and Conditions are intended to comply with the age discrimination provisions of the EU Equal Treatment Framework Directive, as implemented into local law (the “Age Discrimination Rules”). To the extent that a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction

determines that any provision of these Terms and Conditions is invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, under the Age Discrimination Rules, the Company, in its sole discretion, shall have the power and authority to revise or strike such provision to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable to the full extent permitted under local law.

6.Regardless of any action the Company and/or your Employer take with respect to any or all income tax (including U.S. federal, state and local taxes and/or non-U.S. taxes), social insurance, payroll tax, payment on account or other tax-related withholding (“Tax-Related Items”), you acknowledge that the ultimate liability for all Tax-Related Items legally due by you is and remains your responsibility and that the Company and your Employer (i) make no representations or undertakings regarding the treatment of any Tax-Related Items in connection with any aspect of the RSUs, including the grant of the RSUs, the vesting of the RSUs, the subsequent sale of any Shares acquired pursuant to the RSUs and the receipt of any dividends or dividend equivalents and (ii) do not commit to structure the terms of the grant or any aspect of the RSUs to reduce or eliminate your liability for Tax-Related Items. Further, if you become subject to taxation in more than one country between the grant date and the date of any relevant taxable or tax withholding event, as applicable, you acknowledge that your Employer (or former employer, as applicable) may be required to withhold or account for Tax-Related Items in more than one country.

Prior to any taxable event, if your country of residence (and/or your country of employment, if different) requires withholding of Tax-Related Items, the Company shall withhold a number of whole Shares that have an aggregate Fair Market Value that the Company, taking into account local requirements and administrative issues, determines in its sole discretion is appropriate to cover withholding for Tax-Related Items with respect to the Shares. The cash equivalent of the Shares withheld will be used to settle the obligation to withhold the Tax-Related Items. In cases where the Fair Market Value of the number of whole Shares withheld is greater than the amount required to be paid to the relevant government authorities with respect to withholding for Tax-Related Items, the Company shall make a cash payment to you equal to the difference as soon as administratively practicable. In the event that withholding in Shares is prohibited or problematic under applicable law or otherwise may trigger adverse consequences to the Company or your Employer, your Employer shall withhold the Tax-Related Items required to be withheld with respect to the Shares in cash from your regular salary and/or wages or other amounts payable to you. In the event the withholding requirements are not satisfied through the withholding of Shares or through your regular salary and/or wages or any other amounts payable to you by your Employer, no Shares will be issued to you (or your estate) unless and until satisfactory arrangements (as determined by the Board of Directors) have been made by you with respect to the payment of any Tax-Related Items that the Company or your Employer determines, in its sole discretion, should be withheld or collected with respect to such RSUs. By accepting these RSUs, you expressly consent to the withholding of Shares and/or withholding from your regular salary and/or wages or other amounts payable to you as provided for hereunder. All other Tax-Related Items related to the RSUs and any Shares delivered in payment thereof are your sole responsibility.

7.The RSUs are intended to be exempt from the requirements of Code Section 409A. The 2011 Plan and these Terms and Conditions shall be administered and interpreted in a manner consistent with this intent. If the Company determines that these Terms and Conditions are subject to Code Section 409A and that it has failed to comply with the requirements of that Section, the Company may, at the Company’s sole discretion and without your consent, amend these Terms and Conditions to cause them to comply with Code Section 409A or be exempt from Code Section 409A.

8.If you were required to sign the “Stryker Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement” or a similar agreement in order to receive the RSUs or have previously signed such an agreement and you breach any non-competition, non-solicitation or non-disclosure provision or provision as to ownership of inventions contained therein at any time while employed by the Company or a Subsidiary, or during the one-year period following termination of employment, any unvested RSUs shall be rescinded and you shall return to the Company all Shares that were acquired upon vesting of the RSUs that you have not disposed of. Further, you shall pay to the Company an amount equal to the profit realized by you (if any) on all Shares that were acquired upon vesting of the RSUs that you have disposed of. For purposes of the preceding sentence, the profit shall be the Fair Market Value of the Shares at the time of disposition.

9.The RSUs shall be transferable only by will or the laws of descent and distribution. If you purport to make any transfer of the RSUs, except as aforesaid, the RSUs and all rights thereunder shall terminate immediately.

10.The RSUs shall not be vested in whole or in part, and the Company shall not be obligated to issue any Shares subject to the RSUs, if such issuance would, in the opinion of counsel for the Company, violate the Securities Act of 1933 or any other U.S. federal, state or non-U.S. statute having similar requirements as it may be in effect at the time. The RSUs are subject to the further requirement that, if at any time the Board of Directors shall determine in its discretion that the listing or qualification of the Shares subject to the RSUs under any securities exchange requirements or under any applicable law, or the consent or approval of any governmental regulatory body, is necessary or desirable as a condition of or in connection with the issuance of Shares pursuant to the RSUs, the RSUs may not be vested in whole or in part unless such listing, qualification, consent or approval shall have been effected or obtained free of any conditions not acceptable to the Board of Directors.

11.The grant of the RSUs shall not confer upon you any right to continue in the employ of your Employer nor limit in any way the right of your Employer to terminate your employment at any time. You shall have no rights as a shareholder of the Company with respect to any Shares issuable upon the vesting of the RSUs until the date of issuance of such Shares.

12. You acknowledge and agree that the 2011 Plan is discretionary in nature and may be amended, cancelled, or terminated by the Company, in its sole discretion, at any time. The grant of the RSUs under the 2011 Plan is a one-time benefit and does not create any contractual or other right to receive a grant of RSUs or any other award under the 2011 Plan or other benefits in lieu thereof in the future. Future grants, if any, will be at the sole discretion of the Company, including, but not limited to, the form and timing of any grant, the number of Shares subject to the grant, and the vesting provisions. Any amendment, modification or termination of the 2011 Plan shall not constitute a change or impairment of the terms and conditions of your employment with your Employer.

13.Your participation in the 2011 Plan is voluntary. The value of the RSUs and any other awards granted under the 2011 Plan is an extraordinary item of compensation outside the scope of your employment (and your employment contract, if any). Any grant under the 2011 Plan, including the grant of the RSUs, is not part of normal or expected compensation for purposes of calculating any severance, resignation, redundancy, end of service payments, bonuses, long-service awards, pension, or retirement benefits or similar payments.

14.These Terms and Conditions shall bind and inure to the benefit of the Company, its successors and assigns and you and your estate in the event of your death.

15.The Company and your Employer hereby notify you of the following in relation to your personal data and the collection, processing and transfer of such data in relation to the grant of the RSUs and your participation in the 2011 Plan pursuant to applicable personal data protection laws. The collection, processing and transfer of your personal data is necessary for the Company’s administration of the 2011 Plan and your participation in the 2011 Plan, and your denial and/or objection to the collection, processing and transfer of personal data may affect your ability to participate in the 2011 Plan. As such, you voluntarily acknowledge, consent and agree (where required under applicable law) to the collection, use, processing and transfer of personal data as described herein.

The Company and your Employer hold certain personal information about you, including (but not limited to) your name, home address and telephone number, e-mail address, date of birth, social security number or other employee identification number (e.g., resident registration number), salary, nationality, job title, any Shares or directorships held in the Company, details of all RSUs or any other entitlement to Shares awarded, canceled, purchased, vested, unvested or outstanding in your favor for the purpose of managing and administering the 2011 Plan (“Data”). The Data maybe provided by you or collected, where lawful, from third parties, and the Company and your Employer will process the Data for the exclusive purpose of implementing, administering and managing your participation in the 2011 Plan. The data processing will take place through electronic and non-electronic means according to logics and procedures strictly correlated to the purposes for which the Data is collected and with confidentiality and security provisions as set forth by applicable laws and regulations in your country of residence. Data processing operations will be performed minimizing the use of personal and identification data when such information is unnecessary for the processing purposes sought. The Data will be accessible within the Company’s organization only by those persons requiring access for purposes of the implementation, administration and operation of the 2011 Plan and for your participation in the 2011 Plan.

The Company and your Employer will transfer Data as necessary for the purpose of implementation, administration and management of your participation in the 2011 Plan, and the Company and your Employer may each further transfer Data to any third parties assisting the Company in the implementation, administration and management of the 2011 Plan. These recipients may be located in the European Economic Area, the United States or elsewhere throughout the world. You hereby authorize (where required under applicable law) the recipients to receive, possess, use, retain and transfer the Data, in electronic or other form, for purposes of implementing, administering and managing your participation in the 2011 Plan, including any requisite transfer of such Data as may be required for the administration of the 2011 Plan and/or the subsequent holding of Shares on your behalf to a broker or other third party with whom you may elect to deposit any Shares acquired pursuant to the 2011 Plan.

You may, at any time, exercise your rights provided under applicable personal data protection laws, which may include the right to (a) obtain confirmation as to the existence of the Data, (b) verify the content, origin and accuracy of the Data, (c) request the integration, update, amendment, deletion or blockage (for breach of applicable laws) of the Data and (d) oppose, for legal reasons, the collection, processing or transfer of the Data that is not necessary or required for the implementation, administration and/or operation of the 2011 Plan and your participation in the 2011 Plan. You may seek to exercise these rights by contacting your local HR manager.

Finally, upon request of the Company or your Employer, you agree to provide an executed data privacy consent form (or any other agreements or consents that may be required by the Company and/or your Employer) that the Company deems necessary to obtain from you for the purpose of

administering your participation in the 2011 Plan in compliance with the data privacy laws in your country of employment (and country of residence, if different), either now or in the future.  You understand and agree that you will not be able to participate in the 2011 Plan if you fail to provide any such consent or agreement requested by the Company. 

16.The grant of the RSUs is not intended to be a public offering of securities in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). The Company has not submitted any registration statement, prospectus or other filing(s) with the local securities authorities (unless otherwise required under local law). No employee of the Company is permitted to advise you on whether you should acquire Shares under the 2011 Plan or provide you with any legal, tax or financial advice with respect to the grant of the RSUs. The acquisition of Shares involves certain risks, and you should carefully consider all risk factors and tax considerations relevant to the acquisition of Shares under the 2011 Plan or the disposition of them. Further, you should carefully review all of the materials related to the RSUs and the 2011 Plan, and you should consult with your personal legal, tax and financial advisors for professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

17.All questions concerning the construction, validity and interpretation of the RSUs and the 2011 Plan shall be governed and construed according to the laws of the state of Michigan, without regard to the application of the conflicts of laws provisions thereof. Any disputes regarding the RSUs or the 2011 Plan shall be brought only in the state or federal courts of the state of Michigan.

18.The Company may, in its sole discretion, decide to deliver any documents related to the RSUs or other awards granted to you under the 2011 Plan by electronic means. You hereby consent to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agree to participate in the 2011 Plan through an on-line or electronic system established and maintained by the Company or a third party designated by the Company.

19.The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of the 2011 Plan or these Terms and Conditions shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of the 2011 Plan or these Terms and Conditions.

20.If you are resident outside of the United States, you acknowledge and agree that it is your express intent that these Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan and all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to the RSUs be drawn up in English. If you have received these Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan or any other documents related to the RSUs translated into a language other than English and the meaning of the translated version is different than the English version, the English version will control.

21.You acknowledge that, depending on your or your broker's country of residence or where the Shares are listed, you may be subject to insider trading restrictions and/or market abuse laws which may affect your ability to accept, acquire, sell or otherwise dispose of Shares, rights to Shares (e.g., RSUs) or rights linked to the value of Shares during such times you are considered to have “inside information” regarding the Company as defined in the laws or regulations in your country of employment (and country of residence, if different).  Local insider trading laws and regulations may prohibit the cancellation or amendment of orders you placed before you possessed inside information.  Furthermore, you could be prohibited from (i) disclosing the inside information to any third party (other than on a “need to know” basis) and (ii) “tipping” third parties or causing them otherwise to buy or sell securities.  Third parties include fellow employees.  Any restrictions under these laws or regulations are separate from and in addition to any restrictions that may be imposed under any

applicable Company insider trading policy.  You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to comply with any restrictions and are advised to speak to your personal advisor on this matter.

22.Notwithstanding any provisions of these Terms and Conditions to the contrary, the RSUs shall be subject to any special terms and conditions for your country of residence (and country of employment, if different) set forth in an addendum to these Terms and Conditions (an “Addendum”). Further, if you transfer your residence and/or employment to another country reflected in an Addendum to these Terms and Conditions at the time of transfer, the special terms and conditions for such country will apply to you to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that the application of such special terms and conditions is necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan (or the Company may establish alternative terms and conditions as may be necessary or advisable to accommodate your transfer). In all circumstances, any applicable Addendum shall constitute part of these Terms and Conditions.

23. The Company reserves the right to impose other requirements on the RSUs, any Shares acquired pursuant to the RSUs and your participation in the 2011 Plan to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that such other requirements are necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan. Such requirements may include (but are not limited to) requiring you to sign any agreements or undertakings that may be necessary to accomplish the foregoing.

24. This Section 24 applies only to those persons whom the Company’s Recoupment Policy applies (the corporate officers elected by the Company’s Board of Directors other than Assistant Controllers, Assistant Secretaries and Assistant Treasurers). Notwithstanding any other provision of these Terms and Conditions to the contrary, you acknowledge and agree that your RSUs, any Shares acquired pursuant thereto and/or any amount received with respect to any sale of such Shares are subject to potential cancellation, recoupment, rescission, payback or other action in accordance with the terms of the Company’s Recoupment Policy as in effect on the date of grant (a copy of which has been furnished to you) and as the Recoupment Policy may be amended from time to time in order to comply with changes in laws, rules or regulations that are applicable to such RSUs and Shares. You agree and consent to the Company’s application, implementation and enforcement of (a) the Recoupment Policy and (b) any provision of applicable law relating to cancellation, recoupment, rescission or payback of compensation and expressly agree that the Company may take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the Recoupment Policy (as applicable to you) or applicable law without further consent or action being required by you. For purposes of the foregoing, you expressly and explicitly authorize the Company to issue instructions, on your behalf, to any brokerage firm and/or third party administrator engaged by the Company to hold your Shares and other amounts acquired under the 2011 Plan to re-convey, transfer or otherwise return such Shares and/or other amounts to the Company. In the case of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the Recoupment Policy, the terms of the Recoupment Policy shall prevail.

25.By accepting the grant of the RSUs, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, the Addendum to these Terms and Conditions (as applicable) and the 2011 Plan and specifically accept and agree to the provisions therein.

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STRYKER CORPORATION

ADDENDUM TO

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RELATING TO RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS GRANTED

PURSUANT TO THE 2011 PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

In addition to the terms of the 2011 Plan and the Terms and Conditions, the RSUs are subject to the following additional terms and conditions (the “Addendum”). All capitalized terms as contained in this Addendum shall have the same meaning as set forth in the 2011 Plan and the Terms and Conditions. Pursuant to Section 22 of the Terms and Conditions, if you transfer your residence and/or employment to another country reflected in an Addendum at the time of transfer, the special terms and conditions for such country will apply to you to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that the application of such terms and conditions is necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan (or the Company may establish alternative terms and conditions as may be necessary or advisable to accommodate your transfer).

AUSTRALIA                                                        

1.RSUs Conditioned on Satisfaction of Regulatory Obligations. If you are (a) a director of a Subsidiary incorporated in Australia, or (b) a person who is a management-level executive of a Subsidiary incorporated in Australia and who also is a director of a Subsidiary incorporated outside of the Australia, the grant of the RSUs is conditioned upon satisfaction of the shareholder approval provisions of section 200B of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in Australia.

The Australian Offer document can be accessed here [UBS INSERT LINK HERE]

BRAZIL                                                        

1. Labor Law Acknowledgment. By accepting the RSUs, you acknowledge and agree, for all legal purposes, that (a) the benefits provided under the Terms and Conditions and the 2011 Plan are the result of commercial transactions unrelated to your employment; (b) the Terms and Conditions and the 2011 Plan are not a part of the terms and conditions of your employment; and (c) the income from the RSUs, if any, is not part of your remuneration from employment.

2.Compliance with Law. By accepting the RSUs, you acknowledge and agree to comply with applicable Brazilian laws and to pay any and all applicable taxes associated with the vesting of the RSUs, the issuance and/or sale of Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan and the receipt of any dividends.

CANADA                                                        

1.Settlement in Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan, the RSUs shall be settled only in Shares (and may not be settled in cash).

2.Use of English Language.  If you are a resident of Quebec, by accepting your RSUs, you

acknowledge and agree that it is your wish that the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, as well as all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to your RSUs, either directly or indirectly, be drawn up in English.

Langue anglaise.En acceptant l'allocation de vos RSUs, vous reconnaissez et acceptez avoir souhaité que le Termes et Conditions, le présent avenant, ainsi que tous autres documents exécutés, avis donnés et procédures judiciaires intentées, relatifs, directement ou indirectement, à l'allocation de vos RSUs, soient rédigés en anglais.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

CHILE                                                            

1.Private Placement. The following provision shall replace Section 16 of the Terms and Conditions:

The grant of the RSUs hereunder is not intended to be a public offering of securities in Chile but instead is intended to be a private placement.

a) The starting date of the offer will be the grant date, and this offer conforms to General Ruling no. 336 of the Chilean Superintendence of Securities and Insurance;

b) The offer deals with securities not registered in the registry of securities or in the registry of foreign securities of the Chilean Superintendence of Securities and Insurance, and therefore such securities are not subject to its oversight;

c) The Company, as the issuer, is not obligated to provide public information in Chile regarding the foreign securities, as such securities are not registered with the Chilean Superintendence of Securities and Insurance; and

d) The Shares, as foreign securities, shall not be subject to public offering as long as they are not registered with the corresponding registry of securities in Chile.

La fecha de inicio de la oferta será el de la fecha de otorgamiento y esta oferta se acoge a la norma de Carácter General n° 336 de la Superintendencia de Valores y Seguros Chilena;

a) La oferta versa sobre valores no inscritos en el registro de valores o en el registro de valores extranjeros que lleva la Superintendencia de Valores y Seguros Chilena, por lo que tales valores no están sujetos a la fiscalización de ésta;

b) Por tratar de valores no inscritos no existe la obligación por parte del emisor de entregar en chile información pública respecto de esos valores; y

c) Esos valores no podrán ser objeto de oferta pública mientras no sean inscritos en el registro de valores correspondiente.

CHINA                                                            

1.RSUs Conditioned on Satisfaction of Regulatory Obligations. If you are a People’s Republic of China (“PRC”) national, the grant of the RSUs is conditioned upon the Company securing all necessary approvals from the PRC State Administration of Foreign Exchange to permit the operation of the 2011 Plan and the participation of PRC nationals employed by your Employer, as determined by the Company in its sole discretion.

2.Sale of Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the 2011 Plan, upon any termination of employment with your Employer, you shall be required to sell all Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan within such time period as may be established by the PRC State Administration of Foreign Exchange.

3. Exchange Control Restrictions. You acknowledge and agree that you will be required immediately to repatriate to the PRC the proceeds from the sale of any Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan, as well as any other cash amounts attributable to the Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan (collectively, “Cash Proceeds”). Further, you acknowledge and agree that the repatriation of the Cash Proceeds must be effected through a special bank account established by your Employer, the Company or one of its Subsidiaries, and you hereby consent and agree that the Cash Proceeds may be transferred to such account by the Company on your behalf prior to being delivered to you. The Cash Proceeds may be paid to you in U.S. dollars or local currency at the Company’s discretion. If the Cash Proceeds are paid to you in U.S. dollars, you understand that a U.S. dollar bank account must be established and maintained in China so that the proceeds may be deposited into such account. If the Cash Proceeds are paid to you in local currency, you acknowledge and agree that the Company is under no obligation to secure any particular exchange conversion rate and that the Company may face delays in converting the Cash Proceeds to local currency due to exchange control restrictions. You agree to bear any currency fluctuation risk between the time the Shares are sold and the Cash Proceeds are converted into local currency and distributed to you. You further agree to comply with any other requirements that may be imposed by your Employer, the Company and its Subsidiaries in the future in order to facilitate compliance with exchange control requirements in the PRC.

COLOMBIA                                                        

1.Securities Law Information. The Shares subject to the RSUs are not and will not be registered in the Colombian registry of publicly traded securities (Registro Nacional de Valores y Emisores) and therefore the Shares may not be offered to the public in Colombia. Nothing in this document should be construed as the making of a public offer of securities in Colombia.

DENMARK                                                        

1.Treatment of RSUs upon Termination of Employment. Notwithstanding any provision in the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan to the contrary, unless you are a member of registered management who is not considered a salaried employee, the treatment of the RSUs upon a termination of employment which is not a result of death shall be governed by Sections 4 and 5 of the Danish Act on Stock Option in Employment Relations. However, if the provisions in the Terms and Conditions or the Plan governing the treatment of the RSUs upon a termination of employment are more favorable, then the provisions of the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan will govern.

FINLAND                                                        

1.Withholding of Tax-Related Items. Notwithstanding anything in Section 6 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are a local national of Finland, any Tax-Related Items shall be withheld only in cash from your regular salary/wages or other amounts payable to you in cash or such other withholding methods as may be permitted under the 2011 Plan and allowed under local law.

FRANCE                                                        

1.Use of English Language.  By accepting your RSUs, you acknowledge and agree that it is your wish that the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, as well as all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to your RSUs, either directly or indirectly, be drawn up in English.

Langue anglaise. En acceptant l'allocation de vos RSUs, vous reconnaissez et acceptez avoir souhaité que le Termes et Conditions, le présent avenant, ainsi que tous autres documents exécutés, avis donnés et procédures judiciaires intentées, relatifs, directement ou indirectement, à l'allocation de vos RSUs, soient rédigés en anglais.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

HONG KONG                                                        

1.Important Notice. Warning: The contents of the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, the 2011 Plan, and all other materials pertaining to the RSUs and/or the 2011 Plan have not been reviewed by any regulatory authority in Hong Kong. You are hereby advised to exercise caution in relation to the offer thereunder. If you have any doubts about any of the contents of the aforesaid materials, you should obtain independent professional advice.

2.Lapse of Restrictions. If, for any reason, Shares are issued to you within six (6) months of the grant date, you agree that you will not sell or otherwise dispose of any such Shares prior to the six-month anniversary of the grant date.

3.Settlement in Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Addendum, the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan, the RSUs shall be settled only in Shares (and may not be settled in cash).

4.Nature of the Plan. The Company specifically intends that the 2011 Plan will not be treated as an occupational retirement scheme for purposes of the Occupational Retirement Schemes Ordinance (“ORSO”). To the extent any court, tribunal or legal/regulatory body in Hong Kong

determines that the 2011 Plan constitutes an occupational retirement scheme for the purposes of ORSO, the grant of the RSUs shall be null and void.

INDIA                                                            

1.Repatriation Requirements. You expressly agree to repatriate all sale proceeds and dividends attributable to Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan in accordance with local foreign exchange rules and regulations. Neither the Company, your Employer or any of the Company’s Subsidiaries shall be liable for any fines or penalties resulting from your failure to comply with applicable laws, rules or regulations.

MEXICO                                                        

1.Commercial Relationship. You expressly recognize that your participation in the 2011 Plan and the Company’s grant of the RSUs does not constitute an employment relationship between you and the Company. You have been granted the RSUs as a consequence of the commercial relationship between the Company and the Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, and the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico is your sole employer. Based on the foregoing, (a) you expressly recognize the 2011 Plan and the benefits you may derive from your participation in the 2011 Plan do not establish any rights between you and the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, (b) the 2011 Plan and the benefits you may derive from your participation in the 2011 Plan are not part of the employment conditions and/or benefits provided by the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, and (c) any modification or amendment of the 2011 Plan by the Company, or a termination of the 2011 Plan by the Company, shall not constitute a change or impairment of the terms and conditions of your employment with the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you.

2.Extraordinary Item of Compensation. You expressly recognize and acknowledge that your participation in the 2011 Plan is a result of the discretionary and unilateral decision of the Company, as well as your free and voluntary decision to participate in the 2011 Plan in accord with the terms and conditions of the 2011 Plan, the Terms and Conditions, and this Addendum. As such, you acknowledge and agree that the Company may, in its sole discretion, amend and/or discontinue your participation in the 2011 Plan at any time and without any liability. The value of the RSUs is an extraordinary item of compensation outside the scope of your employment contract, if any. The RSUs are not part of your regular or expected compensation for purposes of calculating any severance, resignation, redundancy, end of service payments, bonuses, long-service awards, pension or retirement benefits, or any similar payments, which are the exclusive obligations of the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

NETHERLANDS                                                    

1.Waiver of Termination Rights. As a condition to the grant of the RSUs, you hereby waive any and all rights to compensation or damages as a result of the termination of your employment with the Company and your Employer for any reason whatsoever, insofar as those rights result or may result from (a) the loss or diminution in value of such rights or entitlements under the 2011 Plan, or (b) you ceasing to have rights under or ceasing to be entitled to any awards under the 2011 Plan as a result of such termination.

NEW ZEALAND                                                    

1.WARNING. You are being offered RSUs to be settled in the form of shares of Stryker Corporation common stock. If the Company runs into financial difficulties and is wound up, you may lose some or all your investment. New Zealand law normally requires people who offer financial products to give information to investors before they invest. This requires those offering financial products to have disclosed information that is important for investors to make an informed decision. The usual rules do not apply to this offer because it is an offer made under the Employee Share Scheme exemption. As a result, you may not be given all the information usually required. You will also have fewer other legal protections for this investment. You should ask questions, read all documents carefully, and seek independent financial advice before accepting the offer. The Company’s Shares are currently traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SYK” and Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan may be sold through this exchange. You may end up selling the Shares at a price that is lower than the value of the Shares when you acquired them. The price will depend on the demand for the Company's Shares. The Company’s most recent annual report (which includes the Company’s financial statements) is available at http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=118965&p=irol-irhome. You are entitled to receive a copy of this report, free of charge, upon written request to the Company at STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

RUSSIA                                                        

1.IMPORTANT EMPLOYEE NOTIFICATION. If you are a citizen of the Russian Federation, any cash proceeds derived from the 2011 Plan (including any dividend equivalents payable in cash but excluding cash dividends) must be remitted directly to a personal bank account opened with an authorized bank in the Russian Federation (an “Authorized Russian Account”). Thereafter, you may, in your sole discretion, personally transfer such amounts from your Authorized Russian Account to a bank account legally established outside of the Russian Federation with a non-Russian bank located in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development or the Financial Action Task Force countries (an “Authorized Foreign Account”). Cash dividends (but not dividend equivalents payable in cash) can be remitted directly to an Authorized Foreign Account. However, you are required to notify the Russian tax authorities within one month of opening or closing an Authorized Foreign Account or changing the account details. You also are required to file quarterly reports of any transactions involving any Authorized Foreign Account you hold with the Russian tax authorities.

2.SECURITIES LAW NOTIFICATION. The grant of RSUs and the issuance of Shares upon vesting are not intended to be an offering of securities with the Russian Federation, and the Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan, this Addendum and all other materials that you receive in connection with the grant of RSUs and your participation in the 2011 Plan (collectively, “Grant Materials”) do not constitute advertising or a solicitation within the Russian Federation. In connection with your grant

of RSUs, the Company has not submitted any registration statement, prospectus or other filing with the Russian Federal Bank or any other governmental or regulatory body within the Russian Federation, and the Grant Materials expressly may not be used, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of making a securities offering or public circulation of Shares within the Russian Federation.

SINGAPORE                                                        

1.Qualifying Person Exemption. The following provision shall replace Section 16 of the Terms and Conditions:

The grant of the RSUs under the 2011 Plan is being made pursuant to the “Qualifying Person” exemption” under section 273(1)(f) of the Securities and Futures Act (Chapter 289, 2011 Ed.) (“SFA”). The 2011 Plan has not been lodged or registered as a prospectus with the Monetary Authority of Singapore. You should note that, as a result, the RSUs are subject to section 257 of the SFA and you will not be able to make (a) any subsequent sale of the Shares in Singapore or (ii) any offer of such subsequent sale of the Shares subject to the RSUs in Singapore, unless such sale or offer is made pursuant to the exemptions under Part XIII Division (1) Subdivision (4) (other than section 280) of the SFA (Chapter 289, 2011 Ed.).

SOUTH AFRICA                                                    

1.Withholding Taxes. The following provision supplements Section 6 of the Terms and Conditions: By accepting the RSUs, you agree to notify your Employer in South Africa of the amount of any gain realized upon vesting of the RSUs. If you fail to advise your Employer of the gain realized upon vesting of the RSUs, you may be liable for a fine. You will be responsible for paying any difference between the actual tax liability and the amount withheld.

2.Exchange Control Obligations. You are solely responsible for complying with applicable exchange control regulations and rulings (the “Exchange Control Regulations”) in South Africa. As the Exchange Control Regulations change frequently and without notice, you should consult your legal advisor prior to the acquisition or sale of Shares under the 2011 Plan to ensure compliance with current Exchange Control Regulations. Neither the Company nor any of its Subsidiaries will be liable for any fines or penalties resulting from your failure to comply with applicable laws.

3.Securities Law Information and Deemed Acceptance of RSUs.  Neither the RSUs nor the underlying Shares shall be publicly offered or listed on any stock exchange in South Africa.  The offer is intended to be private pursuant to Section 96 of the Companies Act and is not subject to the supervision of any South African governmental authority. Pursuant to Section 96 of the Companies Act, the RSU offer must be finalized on or before the 60th day following the grant date.  If you do not want to accept the RSUs, you are required to decline the RSUs no later than the 60th day following the grant date.  If you do not reject the RSUs on or before the 60th day following the grant date, you will be deemed to accept the RSUs.

SOUTH KOREA                                                    

1.Consent to Collection, Processing and Transfer of Personal Data. By electronically accepting the Terms and Conditions, you agree to the collection, use, processing and transfer of Data as described in Section 15 of the Terms and Conditions; and you agree to the processing of your unique identifying information (resident registration number) as described in Section 15 of the Terms and Conditions.

SPAIN                                                            

1.Acknowledgement of Discretionary Nature of the 2011 Plan; No Vested Rights. In accepting the RSUs, you acknowledge that you consent to participation in the 2011 Plan and have received a copy of the 2011 Plan. You understand that the Company has unilaterally, gratuitously and in its sole discretion granted RSUs under the 2011 Plan to individuals who may be employees of the Company or its Subsidiaries throughout the world. The decision is a limited decision that is entered into upon the express assumption and condition that any grant will not economically or otherwise bind the Company or any of its Subsidiaries on an ongoing basis. Consequently, you understand that the RSUs are granted on the assumption and condition that the RSUs and the Shares acquired upon vesting of the RSUs shall not become a part of any employment contract (either with the Company or any of its Subsidiaries) and shall not be considered a mandatory benefit, salary for any purposes (including severance compensation) or any other right whatsoever. In addition, you understand that this grant would not be made to you but for the assumptions and conditions referenced above. Thus, you acknowledge and freely accept that should any or all of the assumptions be mistaken or should any of the conditions not be met for any reason, the RSUs shall be null and void.

You understand and agree that, as a condition of the grant of the RSUs, any unvested RSUs as of the date you cease active employment will be forfeited without entitlement to the underlying Shares or to any amount of indemnification in the event of the termination of employment by reason of, but not limited to, (i) material modification of the terms of employment under Article 41 of the Workers’ Statute or (ii) relocation under Article 40 of the Workers’ Statute. You acknowledge that you have read and specifically accept the conditions referred to in the Terms and Conditions regarding the impact of a termination of employment on your RSUs.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

TURKEY                                                        

1.Securities Law Information. Under Turkish law, you are not permitted to sell any Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan within Turkey. The Shares are currently traded on the New York Stock Exchange, which is located outside of Turkey, under the ticker symbol “SYK” and the Shares may be sold through this exchange.

2.Financial Intermediary Obligation. You acknowledge that any activity related to investments in foreign securities (e.g., the sale of Shares) should be conducted through a bank or financial intermediary institution licensed by the Turkey Capital Markets Board and should be reported to the Turkish Capital Markets Board. You solely are responsible for complying with this requirement and should consult with a personal legal advisor for further information regarding any obligations in this respect.

UNITED KINGDOM                                                

1.Income Tax and Social Insurance Contribution Withholding. The following provision shall supplement Section 6 of the Terms and Conditions:

Without limitation to Section 6 of the Terms and Conditions, you agree that you are liable for all Tax-Related Items and hereby covenant to pay all such Tax-Related Items, as and when requested by the Company, your Employer or by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (“HMRC”) (or any other tax authority or any other relevant authority). You also agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the Company and your Employer against any Tax-Related Items that they are required to pay or withhold or have paid or will pay to HMRC on your behalf (or any other tax authority or any other relevant authority).

2.Exclusion of Claim. You acknowledge and agree that you will have no entitlement to compensation or damages in consequence of the termination of your employment with the Company and your Employer for any reason whatsoever and whether or not in breach of contract, insofar as any purported claim to such entitlement arises or may arise from your ceasing to have rights under or to be entitled to vest in the RSUs as a result of such termination of employment (whether the termination is in breach of contract or otherwise), or from the loss or diminution in value of the RSUs. Upon the grant of the RSUs, you shall be deemed irrevocably to have waived any such entitlement.

EX-10.6

Exhibit 10(iv)

Kevin A. Lobo

Chairman and CEO

2825 Airview Boulevard

Kalamazoo MI 49002 USA

P 269 389 7353

F 269 389 7209

www.stryker.com

Personal and confidential

February 7, 2018

First Name Last Name

Dear First Name:

I am pleased to inform you that as an SLT member, you are receiving a performance stock units (PSUs) award in 2018. We use these awards to reward performers who we believe will be key contributors to our growth well into the future. The total Award Date Value (ADV) of your awards is approximately USD $xx,xxx.

You are receiving x,xxx PSUs. The number of PSUs actually earned will be dependent upon Stryker’s financial performance during the three-year period ending December 31, 2020. Refer to the Terms and Conditions accompanying the 2018 PSUs award for specific criteria associated with vesting in such award. In order to earn any of the PSUs, you must be continuously employed with Stryker through the vesting date of March 21, 2021 except as otherwise provided in the Terms and Conditions.

You must “Accept” both awards online via the UBS One Source web site located at www.ubs.com/onesource/SYK between March 1 and March 31, 2018. The detailed terms of the PSUs are in the Terms and Conditions, any applicable country addendum and the provisions of the Company's 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan. Those documents, together with the related Prospectus, are available on the UBS One Source web site, and you should read them before accepting the awards.

Thank you for your efforts in helping us deliver remarkable results. With your help, I look forward to another successful year.

Sincerely,

Kevin A. Lobo

Chairman and CEO

STRYKER CORPORATION

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RELATING TO PERFORMANCE STOCK UNITS GRANTED

PURSUANT TO THE 2011 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

1.The Performance Stock Units with respect to Common Stock of Stryker Corporation (the “Company”) granted to you during 2018 (the “PSUs”) are subject to these Terms and Conditions Relating to Performance Stock Units Granted Pursuant to the 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated (the “Terms and Conditions”) and all of the terms and conditions of the Stryker Corporation 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated (the “2011 Plan”), which is incorporated herein by reference. In the case of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the terms of the 2011 Plan, the provisions of the 2011 Plan will govern. Capitalized terms used but not defined herein have the meaning provided therefor in the 2011 Plan. For purposes of these Terms and Conditions, “Employer” means the Company or any Subsidiary that employs you on the applicable date.

2.Vesting. Except as provided in Section 8(a), the vesting of your PSUs is dependent upon your remaining continuously employed with your Employer through March 21, 2021 (the “Vesting Date”) as well as upon the Company’s financial performance during the three-year period ending December 31, 2020 (the “Performance Period”). Specifically, the vesting of any of the PSUs is dependent upon attainment of the Threshold Performance Target as set forth in Section 3. If the Threshold Performance Target is attained, then the vesting of 50% of the PSUs (the “EPS PSUs”) is dependent on Adjusted EPS Growth as set forth in Section 4, and vesting of the remaining 50% of the PSUs (the “Sales Growth PSUs”) is dependent on the Sales Growth Percentile Ranking as set forth in Section 5. The actual number of your PSUs that become vested, if any, shall be determined based on exercise of negative discretion by the Committee in accordance with Sections 4, 5 and 6 below.

3. Threshold Performance Target. If the Company’s Adjusted EPS Growth as of the last day of the Performance Period is less than 3.0%, none of your PSUs shall become vested and all of your PSUs shall be forfeited as of the last day of the Performance Period. If the Company’s Adjusted EPS Growth as of the last day of the Performance Period is 3.0% or greater (the “Threshold Performance Target”) and, except as provided in Section 8(a), you remain in the continuous employment of Stryker through the Vesting Date, you shall become eligible to vest in up to 200% of your PSUs, although the actual number of your PSUs that become vested shall be determined based on exercise of negative discretion by the Committee in accordance with Sections 4, 5 and 6 below.

4.Adjusted EPS Growth.

(a)If the Threshold Performance Target is attained and, except as provided in Section 8(a), you have remained in the continuous employment of Stryker through the Vesting Date, then subject to Section 6 you shall become vested in the percentage of the EPS PSUs determined based on the Company’s Adjusted EPS Growth using the table below, applying straight line interpolation rounded down to the nearest whole number of EPS PSUs for Adjusted EPS Growth resulting in vested EPS PSUs between 50% and 100% or between 100% and 200%.

	< Minimum	Minimum	Target	Maximum
Adjusted EPS Growth	Less than 6.0%	6.0%	9.0%	12% or more
Vested Percent of EPS PSUs	0%	50%	100%	200%

Any EPS PSUs that do not become vested in accordance with the foregoing shall be forfeited.

(b)As soon as administratively practicable following the Vesting Date (but in no event later than December 31, 2021), the Company shall issue you the Shares underlying the vested EPS PSUs.

(c)For purposes of these Terms and Conditions:

(i)“Adjusted EPS” for a calendar year shall mean the Company’s diluted net earnings per share for such year as determined under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) but subject to such adjustments, if any, for non-GAAP financial measures that are reflected in a reconciliation to the GAAP financial statements included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

(ii)“Adjusted EPS Growth” shall mean the sum of the Annual Percentage Change in Adjusted EPS for the three (3) calendar years in the Performance Period divided by three (3).

(iii)“Annual Percentage Change in Adjusted EPS” for a calendar year shall mean the amount by which the Adjusted EPS for such calendar year has increased or decreased relative to the immediately preceding calendar year, expressed as a positive or negative percentage (depending on whether Adjusted EPS increased or decreased) of the Adjusted EPS for such preceding calendar year.

(d)Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, the Committee shall have discretion to make such adjustments to the foregoing metrics as it deems appropriate to reflect the impact of corporate transactions, accounting or tax law changes or extraordinary, unusual, nonrecurring or infrequent items; provided, however, that for purposes of calculating the Threshold Performance Target in Section 3, in no case shall such adjustments have the net aggregate effect of increasing Adjusted EPS Growth.

5.Sales Growth Percentile Ranking.

(a)If the Threshold Performance Target is attained and, except as provided in Section 8(a), you have remained in the continuous employment of Stryker through the Vesting Date, then subject to Section 6 you shall become vested in the percentage of the Sales Growth PSUs based upon the Company’s Sales Growth Percentile Ranking, as determined using the table below, applying straight line interpolation rounded down to the nearest whole number of Sales Growth PSUs for Sales Growth Percentile Ranking resulting in vested Sales Growth PSUs between 50% and 100% or between 100% and 200%.

Sales Growth Percentile Ranking	75th and Above	50th	33rd	Below 33rd
Vested Percent of Sales Growth PSUs	200%	100%	50%	0%

Any Sales Growth PSUs that do not become vested in accordance with the foregoing shall be forfeited, and if the Company’s Average Sales Growth in the Performance Period is equal to or less than zero, all of the Sales Growth PSUs shall be forfeited (irrespective of the Sales Growth Percentile Ranking).

(b)As soon as administratively practicable following the Vesting Date (but in no event later than December 31, 2021), the Company shall issue you the Shares underlying the vested Sales Growth PSUs.

(c)For purposes of these Terms and Conditions and subject to Section 5(d) below:

(i)“Average Sales Growth” shall mean, for the Company and each company in the Comparison Group, the sum of the Sales Growth for each Reporting Period ending within the Performance Period divided by three;

(ii)“Comparison Group” shall mean:

▪ Abbott Laboratories

▪ Agilent Technologies, Inc.

▪ Baxter International Inc.

▪ Becton, Dickinson and Company

▪ Boston Scientific Corporation

▪ Cerner Corporation

▪ Danaher Corporation

▪ Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA

▪ General Electric Company (Healthcare)

▪ Johnson & Johnson (Medical Devices & Diagnostics)

▪ Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings

▪ Medtronic plc

▪ Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

▪ Royal Philips (combined segments of Diagnosis & Treatment and Connected Care & Health Informatics)

▪ Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (Healthcare)

▪ Smith & Nephew plc

▪ Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

▪ 3M Company (Healthcare)

▪ Varian Medical Systems, Inc.

▪ Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.

For purposes of the foregoing, any company for which Sales Growth cannot be calculated for three full annual Reporting Periods ending within the Performance Periodshall be excluded.

(iii)“Net Sales” shall mean, for the Company and each company in the Comparison Group, net sales as publicly reported for the applicable Reporting Period.

(iv)“Reporting Period” shall mean a calendar year in the case of the Company and each company in the Comparison Group that reports on a calendar year basis, and in the case of any other company in the Comparison Group, the four fiscal quarters that include the last fiscal quarter ending prior to December 31 for which such company has publicly reported prior to the following February 28.

(v)“Sales Growth” for a Reporting Period shall mean the amount by which Net Sales has increased or decreased relative to the immediately preceding Reporting Period, expressed as a positive or negative percentage (depending on whether Net Sales increased or decreased) of the Net Sales for such preceding Reporting Period.

(vi)“Sales Growth Percentile Ranking” shall mean the percentile ranking of the Company’s Average Sales Growth relative to the Average Sales Growth for each company in the Comparison Group, rounded to the whole nearest percentile. For this purpose, the percentile ranking shall be calculated as 1 - (Rank-1)/(Total of the Comparison Group plus the Company-1). For example, if the Company ranked 5^th out of 21 companies including itself, the percentile rank would be calculated as 1 - (5-1)/(21-1) or 1 - (4/20) or 1-0.2 or the 80^th percentile.

(d)The Committee may make such revisions and adjustments to each of the items set forth in Sections 5(c)(i)-(vi) as it may determine necessary and appropriate in its discretion.

6. Section 162(m). All payments under these Terms and Conditions are intended to constitute "qualified performance-based compensation" within the meaning of Section 162(m) of the Code. In furtherance thereof, and notwithstanding anything in these Terms or Conditions or the 2011 Plan to the contrary, provided that the Threshold Performance Target has been attained, the Committee shall have the power and authority, in its sole and absolute exercise of negative discretion, to reduce or increase the vested PSUs such that the actual earned PSUs will be greater than or less than the vested PSUs, which increase or reduction may be made by taking into account any criteria the Committee deems appropriate; provided further that notwithstanding anything in these Terms or Conditions to the contrary you shall not become vested in more than 200% of your PSUs.

7.Dividend Equivalents. In connection with your PSUs, you shall be entitled to receive all of the cash dividends for which the record date occurs during the period between the commencement of the Performance Period and the Vesting Date with respect to each Share underlying your vested PSUs (“Dividend Equivalents”). Dividend Equivalents shall be converted into their equivalent number of additional PSUs rounded down to the nearest whole number of PSUs based on the Fair Market Value of a Share on the Vesting Date, provided, that the maximum number of additional PSUs you may receive upon such conversion shall be equal to 200% of your originally granted PSUs. Such additional PSUs shall be subject to the terms and conditions applicable to the PSUs to which the Dividend Equivalents relate, including, without limitation, the vesting, forfeiture, and payment form and timing provisions contained herein.

8.In the event you cease to remain in the continuous employment of the Company or a Subsidiary for the entire period commencing on the grant date and ending on the applicable Vesting Date, your right to receive the Shares issuable pursuant to the PSUs shall be only as follows:

(a)If you cease to be an Employee prior to the Vesting Date by reason of Disability (as such term is defined in the 2011 Plan), death or Retirement (as such term is defined in the 2011 Plan), you or your estate will become vested on the Vesting Date in a pro-rata portion (determined by dividing (a) the number of days during the Performance Period in which you were an Employee by (b) the total number of days during the Performance Period) of your PSUs based upon the Company’s Adjusted EPS Growth and Sales Growth Percentile Ranking for the Performance Period as determined pursuant to Sections 3, 4 and 5 of these Terms and Conditions. You, your legal representative or your estate will receive all of the underlying Shares attributable to the vested PSUs as soon as

administratively practicable following (and in no event more than ninety (90) days after) the Vesting Date.

(b)If you cease to be an Employee for any reason other than those provided in (a) above and your Termination Date is prior to the Vesting Date, you shall immediately forfeit all PSUs granted hereunder effective as of your Termination Date. If you are a resident of or employed in the United States, “Termination Date” shall mean the effective date of termination of your employment with your Employer. If you are resident or employed outside of the United States, “Termination Date” shall mean the earliest of (i) the date on which notice of termination is provided to you, (ii) the last day of your active service with your Employer, or (iii) the last day on which you are an Employee of your Employer, as determined in each case without including any required advance notice period and irrespective of the status of the termination under local labor or employment laws.

9.Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company may, in its sole discretion, settle the PSUs (and any Dividend Equivalents) in the form of: (i) a cash payment to the extent settlement in Shares (1) is prohibited under local law, (2) would require you, the Company and/or your Employer to obtain the approval of any governmental and/or regulatory body in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different), or (3) is administratively burdensome; or (ii) Shares, but require you to immediately sell such Shares (in which case, the Company shall have the authority to issue sales instructions in relation to such Shares on your behalf).

10.The number of Shares subject to the PSUs shall be subject to adjustment and the vesting dates hereof may be accelerated as follows:

(a)In the event that the Shares, as presently constituted, shall be changed into or exchanged for a different number or kind of shares of stock or other securities of the Company or of another corporation (whether by reason of merger, consolidation, recapitalization, reclassification, split-up, combination of shares, or otherwise) or if the number of such Shares shall be increased through the payment of a stock dividend or a dividend on the Shares of rights or warrants to purchase securities of the Company shall be made, then there shall be substituted for or added to each Share theretofore subject to the PSUs the number and kind of shares of stock or other securities into which each outstanding Share shall be so changed, or for which each such Share shall be exchanged, or to which each such Share shall be entitled. The other terms of the PSUs shall also be appropriately amended as may be necessary to reflect the foregoing events. In the event there shall be any other change in the number or kind of the outstanding Shares, or of any stock or other securities into which such Shares shall have been exchanged, then if the Committee shall, in its sole discretion, determine that such change equitably requires an adjustment in the PSUs, such adjustment shall be made in accordance with such determination.

(b)Fractional Shares resulting from any adjustment in the PSUs may be settled in cash or otherwise as the Committee shall determine, in its sole discretion. Notice of any adjustment will be given to you and such adjustment (whether or not such notice is given) shall be effective and binding for all purposes hereof.

(c)The Committee shall have the power to amend the PSUs to permit the immediate vesting of the PSUs (and to terminate any unvested PSUs) and the distribution of the underlying Shares prior to the effectiveness of (i) any disposition of substantially all of the assets of the Company or your Employer, (ii) the shutdown, discontinuance of operations or dissolution of the Company or your Employer, or (iii) the merger or consolidation of the Company or your Employer with or into any other unrelated corporation.

11.If you are resident or employed outside of the United States, you agree, as a condition of the grant of the PSUs, to repatriate all payments attributable to the Shares and/or cash acquired under the 2011 Plan (including, but not limited to, dividends, dividend equivalents and any proceeds derived from the sale of the Shares acquired pursuant to the PSUs) if required by and in accordance with local foreign exchange rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). In addition, you also agree to take any and all actions, and consent to any and all actions taken by the Company and its Subsidiaries, as may be required to allow the Company and its Subsidiaries to comply with local laws, rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). Finally, you agree to take any and all actions as may be required to comply with your personal legal and tax obligations under local laws, rules and regulations in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different).

12.If you are resident and/or employed in a country that is a member of the European Union, the grant of the PSUs and these Terms and Conditions are intended to comply with the age discrimination provisions of the EU Equal Treatment Framework Directive, as implemented into local law (the “Age Discrimination Rules”). To the extent that a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction determines that any provision of these Terms and Conditions are invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, under the Age Discrimination Rules, the Company, in its sole discretion, shall have the power and authority to revise or strike such provision to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable to the full extent permitted under local law.

13.Regardless of any action the Company and/or your Employer take with respect to any or all income tax (including U.S. federal, state and local taxes or non-U.S. taxes), social insurance, payroll tax, payment on account or other tax-related withholding (“Tax-Related Items”), you acknowledge that the ultimate liability for all Tax-Related Items legally due by you is and remains your responsibility and that the Company and your Employer (i) make no representations or undertakings regarding the treatment of any Tax-Related Items in connection with any aspect of the PSUs, including the grant of the PSUs, the vesting of the PSUs, the subsequent sale of any Shares acquired pursuant to the PSUs and the receipt of any dividends or dividend equivalents and (ii) do not commit to structure the terms of the grant or any aspect of the PSUs to reduce or eliminate your liability for Tax-Related Items. Further, if you become subject to taxation in more than one country between the grant date and the date of any relevant taxable or tax withholding event, as applicable, you acknowledge that your Employer (or former employer, as applicable) may be required to withhold or account for Tax-Related Items in more than one country.

Prior to any taxable event, if your country of residence (and/or your country of employment, if different) requires withholding of Tax-Related Items, the Company shall withhold a number of whole Shares that have an aggregate Fair Market Value that the Company, taking into account local requirements and administrative issues, determines in its sole discretion is appropriate to cover withholding for Tax-Related Items with respect to the Shares. The cash equivalent of the Shares withheld will be used to settle the obligation to withhold the Tax-Related Items. In cases where the Fair Market Value of the number of whole Shares withheld is greater than the amount required to be paid to the relevant government authorities with respect to withholding for Tax-Related Items, the Company shall make a cash payment to you equal to the difference as soon as administratively practicable. In the event that withholding in Shares is prohibited or problematic under applicable law or otherwise may trigger adverse consequences to the Company or your Employer, your Employer shall withhold the Tax-Related Items required to be withheld with respect to the Shares in cash from your regular salary and/or wages or other amounts payable to you. In the event the withholding

requirements are not satisfied through the withholding of Shares or through your regular salary and/or wages or any other amounts payable to you by your Employer, no Shares will be issued to you (or your estate) unless and until satisfactory arrangements (as determined by the Board of Directors) have been made by you with respect to the payment of any Tax-Related Items that the Company or your Employer determines, in its sole discretion, should be withheld or collected with respect to such PSUs. By accepting these PSUs, you expressly consent to the withholding of Shares and/or withholding from your regular salary and/or wages or other amounts payable to you as provided for hereunder. All other Tax-Related Items related to the PSUs and any Shares delivered in payment thereof are your sole responsibility.

14.The PSUs are intended to be exempt from the requirements of Code Section 409A. The 2011 Plan and these Terms and Conditions shall be administered and interpreted in a manner consistent with this intent. If the Company determines that these Terms and Conditions are subject to Code Section 409A and that it has failed to comply with the requirements of that Section, the Company may, at the Company’s sole discretion and without your consent, amend these Terms and Conditions to cause them to comply with Code Section 409A or be exempt from Code Section 409A.

15.If you were required to sign the “Stryker Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Competition and Non-Solicitation Agreement” or a similar agreement in order to receive the PSUs or have previously signed such an agreement and you breach any non-competition, non-solicitation or non-disclosure provision or provision as to ownership of inventions contained therein at any time while employed by the Company or a Subsidiary, or during the one-year period following termination of employment, any unvested PSUs shall be rescinded and you shall return to the Company all Shares that were acquired upon vesting of the PSUs that you have not disposed of. Further, you shall pay to the Company an amount equal to the profit realized by you (if any) on all Shares that were acquired upon vesting of the PSUs that you have disposed of. For purposes of the preceding sentence, the profit shall be the Fair Market Value of the Shares at the time of disposition.

16.The PSUs shall be transferable only by will or the laws of descent and distribution. If you shall purport to make any transfer of the PSUs, except as aforesaid, the PSUs and all rights thereunder shall terminate immediately.

17.The PSUs shall not be vested in whole or in part, and the Company shall not be obligated to issue any Shares subject to the PSUs, if such issuance would, in the opinion of counsel for the Company, violate the Securities Act of 1933 or any other U.S. federal, state or non-U.S. statute having similar requirements as it may be in effect at the time. The PSUs are subject to the further requirement that, if at any time the Board of Directors shall determine in its discretion that the listing or qualification of the Shares subject to the PSUs under any securities exchange requirements or under any applicable law, or the consent or approval of any governmental regulatory body, is necessary or desirable as a condition of or in connection with the issuance of Shares pursuant to the PSUs, the PSUs may not be vested in whole or in part unless such listing, qualification, consent or approval shall have been effected or obtained free of any conditions not acceptable to the Board of Directors.

18.The grant of the PSUs shall not confer upon you any right to continue in the employ of your Employer nor limit in any way the right of your Employer to terminate your employment at any time. You shall have no rights as a shareholder of the Company with respect to any Shares issuable upon the vesting of the PSUs until the date of issuance of such Shares.

19. You acknowledge and agree that the 2011 Plan is discretionary in nature and may be amended, cancelled, or terminated by the Company, in its sole discretion, at any time. The grant of the PSUs under the 2011 Plan is a one-time benefit and does not create any contractual or other right to receive a grant of PSUs or any other award under the 2011 Plan or other benefits in lieu thereof in the future. Future grants, if any, will be at the sole discretion of the Company, including, but not limited to, the form and timing of any grant, the number of Shares subject to the grant, and the vesting provisions. Any amendment, modification or termination of the 2011 Plan shall not constitute a change or impairment of the terms and conditions of your employment with your Employer.

20.Your participation in the 2011 Plan is voluntary. The value of the PSUs and any other awards granted under the 2011 Plan is an extraordinary item of compensation outside the scope of your employment (and your employment contract, if any). Any grant under the 2011 Plan, including the grant of the PSUs, is not part of normal or expected compensation for purposes of calculating any severance, resignation, redundancy, end of service payments, bonuses, long-service awards, pension, or retirement benefits or similar payments.

21.These Terms and Conditions shall bind and inure to the benefit of the Company, its successors and assigns and you and your estate in the event of your death.

22.The Company and your Employer hereby notify you of the following in relation to your personal data and the collection, processing and transfer of such data in relation to the grant of the PSUs and your participation in the 2011 Plan pursuant to applicable personal data protection laws. The collection, processing and transfer of your personal data is necessary for the Company’s administration of the 2011 Plan and your participation in the 2011 Plan, and your denial and/or objection to the collection, processing and transfer of personal data may affect your ability to participate in the 2011 Plan. As such, you voluntarily acknowledge, consent and agree (where required under applicable law) to the collection, use, processing and transfer of personal data as described herein.

The Company and your Employer hold certain personal information about you, including (but not limited to) your name, e-mail address, home address and telephone number, date of birth, social security number or other employee identification number (e.g., resident registration number), salary, nationality, job title, any Shares or directorships held in the Company, details of all PSUs or any other entitlement to Shares awarded, canceled, purchased, vested, unvested or outstanding in your favor for the purpose of managing and administering the 2011 Plan (“Data”). The Data may be provided by you or collected, where lawful, from third parties, and the Company and your Employer will process the Data for the exclusive purpose of implementing, administering and managing your participation in the 2011 Plan. The data processing will take place through electronic and non-electronic means according to logics and procedures strictly correlated to the purposes for which the Data is collected and with confidentiality and security provisions as set forth by applicable laws and regulations in your country of residence. Data processing operations will be performed minimizing the use of personal and identification data when such information is unnecessary for the processing purposes sought. The Data will be accessible within the Company’s organization only by those persons requiring access for purposes of the implementation, administration and operation of the 2011 Plan and for your participation in the 2011 Plan.

The Company and your Employer will transfer Data as necessary for the purpose of implementation, administration and management of your participation in the 2011 Plan, and the Company and your Employer may each further transfer Data to any third parties assisting the Company in the implementation, administration and management of the 2011 Plan. These recipients may be located in the European Economic Area, the United States or elsewhere throughout the world. You

hereby authorize (where required under applicable law) the recipients to receive, possess, use, retain and transfer the Data, in electronic or other form, for purposes of implementing, administering and managing your participation in the 2011 Plan, including any requisite transfer of such Data as may be required for the administration of the 2011 Plan and/or the subsequent holding of Shares on your behalf to a broker or other third party with whom you may elect to deposit any Shares acquired pursuant to the 2011 Plan.

You may, at any time, exercise your rights provided under applicable personal data protection laws, which may include the right to (a) obtain confirmation as to the existence of the Data, (b) verify the content, origin and accuracy of the Data, (c) request the integration, update, amendment, deletion or blockage (for breach of applicable laws) of the Data and (d) oppose, for legal reasons, the collection, processing or transfer of the Data that is not necessary or required for the implementation, administration and/or operation of the 2011 Plan and your participation in the 2011 Plan. You may seek to exercise these rights by contacting your local HR manager.

Finally, upon request of the Company or your Employer, you agree to provide an executed data privacy consent form (or any other agreements or consents that may be required by the Company and/or your Employer) that the Company deems necessary to obtain from you for the purpose of administering your participation in the 2011 Plan in compliance with the data privacy laws in your country of employment (and country of residence, if different), either now or in the future.  You understand and agree that you will not be able to participate in the 2011 Plan if you fail to provide any such consent or agreement requested by the Company.

23.The grant of the PSUs is not intended to be a public offering of securities in your country of residence (and country of employment, if different). The Company has not submitted any registration statement, prospectus or other filing(s) with the local securities authorities (unless otherwise required under local law). No employee of the Company is permitted to advise you on whether you should acquire Shares under the 2011 Plan or provide you with any legal, tax or financial advice with respect to the grant of the PSUs. The acquisition of Shares involves certain risks, and you should carefully consider all risk factors and tax considerations relevant to the acquisition of Shares under the 2011 Plan or the disposition of them. Further, you should carefully review all of the materials related to the PSUs and the 2011 Plan, and you should consult with your personal legal, tax and financial advisors for professional advice in relation to your personal circumstances.

24.All questions concerning the construction, validity and interpretation of the PSUs and the 2011 Plan shall be governed and construed according to the laws of the state of Michigan, without regard to the application of the conflicts of laws provisions thereof. Any disputes regarding the PSUs or the 2011 Plan shall be brought only in the state or federal courts of the state of Michigan.

25.The Company may, in its sole discretion, decide to deliver any documents related to the PSUs or other awards granted to you under the 2011 Plan by electronic means. You hereby consent to receive such documents by electronic delivery and agree to participate in the 2011 Plan through an on-line or electronic system established and maintained by the Company or a third party designated by the Company.

26.The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of the 2011 Plan or these Terms and Conditions shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of the 2011 Plan or these Terms and Conditions.

27.If you are resident outside of the United States, you acknowledge and agree that it is your express intent that these Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan and all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to the PSUs be drawn up in English. If you have received these Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan or any other documents related to the PSUs translated into a language other than English and the meaning of the translated version is different than the English version, the English version will control.

28.You acknowledge that, depending on your or your broker's country of residence or where the Shares are listed, you may be subject to insider trading restrictions and/or market abuse laws which may affect your ability to accept, acquire, sell or otherwise dispose of Shares, rights to Shares (e.g., PSUs) or rights linked to the value of Shares during such times you are considered to have “inside information” regarding the Company as defined in the laws or regulations in your country of employment (and country of residence, if different).  Local insider trading laws and regulations may prohibit the cancellation or amendment of orders you placed before you possessed inside information.  Furthermore, you could be prohibited from (i) disclosing the inside information to any third party (other than on a “need to know” basis) and (ii) “tipping” third parties or causing them otherwise to buy or sell securities.  Third parties include fellow employees.  Any restrictions under these laws or regulations are separate from and in addition to any restrictions that may be imposed under any applicable Company insider trading policy.  You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to comply with any restrictions and are advised to speak to your personal advisor on this matter.

29.Notwithstanding any provisions of these Terms and Conditions to the contrary, the PSUs shall be subject to any special terms and conditions for your country of residence (and country of employment, if different) set forth in an addendum to these Terms and Conditions (an “Addendum”). Further, if you transfer your residence and/or employment to another country reflected in an Addendum to these Terms and Conditions at the time of transfer, the special terms and conditions for such country will apply to you to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that the application of such special terms and conditions is necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan (or the Company may establish alternative terms and conditions as may be necessary or advisable to accommodate your transfer). In all circumstances, any applicable Addendum shall constitute part of these Terms and Conditions.

30.The Company reserves the right to impose other requirements on the PSUs, any Shares acquired pursuant to the PSUs and your participation in the 2011 Plan to the extent the Company determines, in its sole discretion, that such other requirements are necessary or advisable in order to comply with local law, rules and regulations, or to facilitate the operation and administration of the award and the 2011 Plan. Such requirements may include (but are not limited to) requiring you to sign any agreements or undertakings that may be necessary to accomplish the foregoing.

31.Notwithstanding any other provision of these Terms and Conditions to the contrary, you acknowledge and agree that your PSUs, any Shares acquired pursuant thereto and/or any amount received with respect to any sale of such Shares are subject to potential cancellation, recoupment, rescission, payback or other action in accordance with the terms of the Company’s Recoupment Policy as in effect on the date of grant (a copy of which has been furnished to you) and as the Recoupment Policy may be amended from time to time in order to comply with changes in laws, rules or regulations that are applicable to such PSUs and Shares. You agree and consent to the Company’s application, implementation and enforcement of (a) the Recoupment Policy and (b) any provision of applicable law relating to cancellation, recoupment, rescission or payback of compensation and expressly agree

that the Company may take such actions as are necessary to effectuate the Recoupment Policy (as applicable to you) or applicable law without further consent or action being required by you. For purposes of the foregoing, you expressly and explicitly authorize the Company to issue instructions, on your behalf, to any brokerage firm and/or third party administrator engaged by the Company to hold your Shares and other amounts acquired under the 2011 Plan to re-convey, transfer or otherwise return such Shares and/or other amounts to the Company. In the case of a conflict between these Terms and Conditions and the Recoupment Policy, the terms of the Recoupment Policy shall prevail.

32.By accepting the grant of the PSUs, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, the Addendum to these Terms and Conditions (as applicable) and the 2011 Plan and specifically accept and agree to the provisions therein.

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STRYKER CORPORATION

ADDENDUM TO

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RELATING TO PERFORMANCE STOCK UNITS GRANTED

PURSUANT TO THE 2011 PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED

AUSTRALIA                                                    

1.PSUs Conditioned on Satisfaction of Regulatory Obligations. If you are (a) a director of a Subsidiary incorporated in Australia, or (b) a person who is a management-level executive of a Subsidiary incorporated in Australia and who also is a director of a Subsidiary incorporated outside of the Australia, the grant of the PSUs is conditioned upon satisfaction of the shareholder approval provisions of section 200B of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in Australia.

The Australian Offer document can be accessed here [UBS INSERT LINK HERE]

BRAZIL                                                    

1. Labor Law Acknowledgment. By accepting the PSUs, you acknowledge and agree, for all legal purposes, that (a) the benefits provided under the Terms and Conditions and the 2011 Plan are the result of commercial transactions unrelated to your employment; (b) the Terms and Conditions and the 2011 Plan are not a part of the terms and conditions of your employment; and (c) the income from the PSUs, if any, is not part of your remuneration from employment.

2.Compliance with Law. By accepting the PSUs, you acknowledge and agree to comply with applicable Brazilian laws and to pay any and all applicable taxes associated with the vesting of the PSUs, the issuance and/or sale of Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan and the receipt of any dividends.

CANADA                                                    

1.Settlement in Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan, the PSUs shall be settled only in Shares (and may not be settled in cash).

2.Use of English Language.  If you are a resident of Quebec, by accepting your PSUs, you acknowledge and agree that it is your wish that the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, as well as all other documents, notices and legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to your PSUs, either directly or indirectly, be drawn up in English.

Langue anglaise.En acceptant l'allocation de vos PSUs, vous reconnaissez et acceptez avoir souhaité que le Termes et Conditions, le présent avenant, ainsi que tous autres documents exécutés, avis donnés et procédures judiciaires intentées, relatifs, directement ou indirectement, à l'allocation de vos PSUs, soient rédigés en anglais.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

CHILE                                                        

1.Private Placement. The following provision shall replace Section 23 of the Terms and Conditions:

The grant of the PSUs hereunder is not intended to be a public offering of securities in Chile but instead is intended to be a private placement.

a) The starting date of the offer will be the grant date, and this offer conforms to General Ruling no. 336 of the Chilean Superintendence of Securities and Insurance;

b) The offer deals with securities not registered in the registry of securities or in the registry of foreign securities of the Chilean Superintendence of Securities and Insurance, and therefore such securities are not subject to its oversight;

c) The Company, as the issuer, is not obligated to provide public information in Chile regarding the foreign securities, as such securities are not registered with the Chilean Superintendence of Securities and Insurance; and

d) The Shares, as foreign securities, shall not be subject to public offering as long as they are not registered with the corresponding registry of securities in Chile.

a) La fecha de inicio de la oferta será el de la fecha de otorgamiento y esta oferta se acoge a la norma de Carácter General n° 336 de la Superintendencia de Valores y Seguros Chilena;

b) La oferta versa sobre valores no inscritos en el registro de valores o en el registro de valores extranjeros que lleva la Superintendencia de Valores y Seguros Chilena, por lo que tales valores no están sujetos a la fiscalización de ésta;

c) Por tratar de valores no inscritos no existe la obligación por parte del emisor de entregar en chile información pública respecto de esos valores; y

d) Esos valores no podrán ser objeto de oferta pública mientras no sean inscritos en el registro de valores correspondiente.

CHINA                                                        

1.PSUs Conditioned on Satisfaction of Regulatory Obligations. If you are a People’s Republic of China (“PRC”) national, the grant of the PSUs is conditioned upon the Company securing all necessary approvals from the PRC State Administration of Foreign Exchange to permit the operation of the 2011 Plan and the participation of PRC nationals employed by your Employer, as determined by the Company in its sole discretion.

2.Sale of Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the 2011 Plan, upon any termination of employment with your Employer, you shall be required to sell all Shares acquired under

the 2011 Plan within such time period as may be established by the PRC State Administration of Foreign Exchange.

3. Exchange Control Restrictions. You acknowledge and agree that you will be required immediately to repatriate to the PRC the proceeds from the sale of any Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan, as well as any other cash amounts attributable to the Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan (collectively, “Cash Proceeds”). Further, you acknowledge and agree that the repatriation of the Cash Proceeds must be effected through a special bank account established by your Employer, the Company or one of its Subsidiaries, and you hereby consent and agree that the Cash Proceeds may be transferred to such account by the Company on your behalf prior to being delivered to you. The Cash Proceeds may be paid to you in U.S. dollars or local currency at the Company’s discretion. If the Cash Proceeds are paid to you in U.S. dollars, you understand that a U.S. dollar bank account must be established and maintained in China so that the proceeds may be deposited into such account. If the Cash Proceeds are paid to you in local currency, you acknowledge and agree that the Company is under no obligation to secure any particular exchange conversion rate and that the Company may face delays in converting the Cash Proceeds to local currency due to exchange control restrictions. You agree to bear any currency fluctuation risk between the time the Shares are sold and the Cash Proceeds are converted into local currency and distributed to you. You further agree to comply with any other requirements that may be imposed by your Employer, the Company and its Subsidiaries in the future in order to facilitate compliance with exchange control requirements in the PRC.

COLOMBIA                                                    

1.Securities Law Information. The Shares subject to the PSUs are not and will not be registered in the Colombian registry of publicly traded securities (Registro Nacional de Valores y Emisores) and therefore the Shares may not be offered to the public in Colombia. Nothing in this document should be construed as the making of a public offer of securities in Colombia.

DENMARK                                                    

1.Treatment of PSUs upon Termination of Employment. Notwithstanding any provision in the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan to the contrary, unless you are a member of registered management who is not considered a salaried employee, the treatment of the PSUs upon a termination of employment which is not a result of death shall be governed by Sections 4 and 5 of the Danish Act on Stock Option in Employment Relations. However, if the provisions in the Terms and Conditions or the Plan governing the treatment of the PSUs upon a termination of employment are more favorable, then the provisions of the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan will govern.

FINLAND                                                    

1.Withholding of Tax-Related Items. Notwithstanding anything in Section 13 of the Terms and Conditions to the contrary, if you are a local national of Finland, any Tax-Related Items shall be withheld only in cash from your regular salary/wages or other amounts payable to you in cash or such other withholding methods as may be permitted under the 2011 Plan and allowed under local law.

FRANCE                                                    

1.Use of English Language.  By accepting your PSUs, you acknowledge and agree that it is your wish that the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, as well as all other documents, notices and

legal proceedings entered into, given or instituted pursuant to your PSUs, either directly or indirectly, be drawn up in English.

Langue anglaise. En acceptant l'allocation de vos PSUs, vous reconnaissez et acceptez avoir souhaité que le Termes et Conditions, le présent avenant, ainsi que tous autres documents exécutés, avis donnés et procédures judiciaires intentées, relatifs, directement ou indirectement, à l'allocation de vos PSUs, soient rédigés en anglais.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

HONG KONG                                                    

1.Importance Notice. Warning: The contents of the Terms and Conditions, this Addendum, the 2011 Plan, and all other materials pertaining to the PSUs and/or the 2011 Plan have not been reviewed by any regulatory authority in Hong Kong. You are hereby advised to exercise caution in relation to the offer thereunder. If you have any doubts about any of the contents of the aforesaid materials, you should obtain independent professional advice.

2.Lapse of Restrictions. If, for any reason, Shares are issued to you within six (6) months of the grant date, you agree that you will not sell or otherwise dispose of any such Shares prior to the six-month anniversary of the grant date.

3.Settlement in Shares. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Addendum, the Terms and Conditions or the 2011 Plan, the PSUs shall be settled only in Shares (and may not be settled in cash).

4.Nature of the Plan. The Company specifically intends that the 2011 Plan will not be treated as an occupational retirement scheme for purposes of the Occupational Retirement Schemes Ordinance (“ORSO”). To the extent any court, tribunal or legal/regulatory body in Hong Kong determines that the 2011 Plan constitutes an occupational retirement scheme for the purposes of ORSO, the grant of the PSUs shall be null and void.

INDIA                                                        

1.Repatriation Requirements. You expressly agree to repatriate all sale proceeds and dividends attributable to Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan in accordance with local foreign exchange rules and regulations. Neither the Company, your Employer or any of the Company’s Subsidiaries shall be liable for any fines or penalties resulting from your failure to comply with applicable laws, rules or regulations.

MEXICO                                                        

1.Commercial Relationship. You expressly recognize that your participation in the 2011 Plan and the Company’s grant of the PSUs does not constitute an employment relationship between you and the Company. You have been granted the PSUs as a consequence of the commercial relationship between the Company and the Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, and the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico is your sole employer. Based on the foregoing, (a) you expressly recognize the 2011 Plan and the benefits you may derive from your participation in the 2011 Plan do not establish any rights between you and the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, (b) the 2011 Plan and the benefits you may derive from your participation in the 2011 Plan are not part of the employment conditions and/or benefits provided by the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you, and (c) any modification or amendment of the 2011 Plan by the Company, or a termination of the 2011 Plan by the Company, shall not constitute a change or impairment of the terms and conditions of your employment with the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you.

2.Extraordinary Item of Compensation. You expressly recognize and acknowledge that your participation in the 2011 Plan is a result of the discretionary and unilateral decision of the Company, as well as your free and voluntary decision to participate in the 2011 Plan in accord with the terms and conditions of the 2011 Plan, the Terms and Conditions, and this Addendum. As such, you acknowledge and agree that the Company may, in its sole discretion, amend and/or discontinue your participation in the 2011 Plan at any time and without any liability. The value of the PSUs is an extraordinary item of compensation outside the scope of your employment contract, if any. The PSUs are not part of your regular or expected compensation for purposes of calculating any severance, resignation, redundancy, end of service payments, bonuses, long-service awards, pension or retirement benefits, or any similar payments, which are the exclusive obligations of the Company’s Subsidiary in Mexico that employs you.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

NETHERLANDS                                                    

1.Waiver of Termination Rights. As a condition to the grant of the PSUs, you hereby waive any and all rights to compensation or damages as a result of the termination of your employment with the Company and your Employer for any reason whatsoever, insofar as those rights result or may result from (a) the loss or diminution in value of such rights or entitlements under the 2011 Plan, or (b) you ceasing to have rights under or ceasing to be entitled to any awards under the 2011 Plan as a result of such termination.

NEW ZEALAND                                                    

1.WARNING. You are being offered PSUs to be settled in the form of shares of Stryker Corporation common stock. If the Company runs into financial difficulties and is wound up, you may lose some or all your investment. New Zealand law normally requires people who offer financial products to give information to investors before they invest. This requires those offering financial products to have disclosed information that is important for investors to make an informed decision. The usual rules do not apply to this offer because it is an offer made under the Employee Share Scheme exemption. As a result, you may not be given all the information usually required. You will also have fewer other legal protections for this investment. You should ask questions, read all documents carefully, and seek independent financial advice before accepting the offer. The Company’s Shares are currently traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SYK” and Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan may be sold through this exchange. You may end up selling the Shares at a price that is lower than the value of the Shares when you acquired them. The price will depend on the demand for the Company's Shares. The Company’s most recent annual report (which includes the Company’s financial statements) is available at http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=118965&p=irol-irhome. You are entitled to receive a copy of this report, free of charge, upon written request to the Company at STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

RUSSIA                                                    

1.IMPORTANT EMPLOYEE NOTIFICATION. If you are a citizen of the Russian Federation, any cash proceeds derived from the 2011 Plan (including any dividend equivalents payable in cash but excluding cash dividends) must be remitted directly to a personal bank account opened with an authorized bank in the Russian Federation (an “Authorized Russian Account”). Thereafter, you may, in your sole discretion, personally transfer such amounts from your Authorized Russian Account to a bank account legally established outside of the Russian Federation with a non-Russian bank located in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development or the Financial Action Task Force countries (an “Authorized Foreign Account”). Cash dividends (but not dividend equivalents payable in cash) can be remitted directly to an Authorized Foreign Account. However, you are required to notify the Russian tax authorities within one month of opening or closing an Authorized Foreign Account or changing the account details. You also are required to file quarterly reports of any transactions involving any Authorized Foreign Account you hold with the Russian tax authorities.

2.SECURITIES LAW NOTIFICATION. The grant of PSUs and the issuance of Shares upon vesting are not intended to be an offering of securities with the Russian Federation, and the Terms and Conditions, the 2011 Plan, this Addendum and all other materials that you receive in connection with the grant of PSUs and your participation in the 2011 Plan (collectively, “Grant Materials”) do not constitute advertising or a solicitation within the Russian Federation. In connection with your grant of PSUs, the Company has not submitted any registration statement, prospectus or other filing with the Russian Federal Bank or any other governmental or regulatory body within the Russian Federation, and the Grant Materials expressly may not be used, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of making a securities offering or public circulation of Shares within the Russian Federation.

SINGAPORE                                                    

1.Qualifying Person Exemption. The following provision shall replace Section 23 of the Terms and Conditions:

The grant of the PSUs under the 2011 Plan is being made pursuant to the “Qualifying Person”

exemption” under section 273(1)(f) of the Securities and Futures Act (Chapter 289, 2011 Ed.) (“SFA”). The 2011 Plan has not been lodged or registered as a prospectus with the Monetary Authority of Singapore. You should note that, as a result, the PSUs are subject to section 257 of the SFA and you will not be able to make (a) any subsequent sale of the Shares in Singapore or (ii) any offer of such subsequent sale of the Shares subject to the PSUs in Singapore, unless such sale or offer is made pursuant to the exemptions under Part XIII Division (1) Subdivision (4) (other than section 280) of the SFA (Chapter 289, 2011 Ed.).

SOUTH AFRICA                                                    

1.Withholding Taxes. The following provision supplements Section 13 of the Terms and Conditions: By accepting the PSUs, you agree to notify your Employer in South Africa of the amount of any gain realized upon vesting of the PSUs. If you fail to advise your Employer of the gain realized upon vesting of the PSUs, you may be liable for a fine. You will be responsible for paying any difference between the actual tax liability and the amount withheld.

2.Exchange Control Obligations. You are solely responsible for complying with applicable exchange control regulations and rulings (the “Exchange Control Regulations”) in South Africa. As the Exchange Control Regulations change frequently and without notice, you should consult your legal advisor prior to the acquisition or sale of Shares under the 2011 Plan to ensure compliance with current Exchange Control Regulations. Neither the Company nor any of its Subsidiaries will be liable for any fines or penalties resulting from your failure to comply with applicable laws.

3.Securities Law Information and Deemed Acceptance of PSUs.  Neither the PSUs nor the underlying Shares shall be publicly offered or listed on any stock exchange in South Africa.  The offer is intended to be private pursuant to Section 96 of the Companies Act and is not subject to the supervision of any South African governmental authority. Pursuant to Section 96 of the Companies Act, the PSU offer must be finalized on or before the 60th day following the grant date.  If you do not want to accept the PSUs, you are required to decline the PSUs no later than the 60th day following the grant date.  If you do not reject the PSUs on or before the 60th day following the grant date, you will be deemed to accept the PSUs.

SOUTH KOREA                                                    

1.Consent to Collection, Processing and Transfer of Personal Data. By electronically accepting the Terms and Conditions, you agree to the collection, use, processing and transfer of Data as described in Section 22 of the Terms and Conditions; and you agree to the processing of your unique identifying information (resident registration number) as described in Section 22 of the Terms and Conditions.

SPAIN                                                        

1.Acknowledgement of Discretionary Nature of the 2011 Plan; No Vested Rights. In accepting the PSUs, you acknowledge that you consent to participation in the 2011 Plan and have received a copy of the 2011 Plan. You understand that the Company has unilaterally, gratuitously and in its sole discretion granted PSUs under the 2011 Plan to individuals who may be employees of the Company or its Subsidiaries throughout the world. The decision is a limited decision that is entered into upon the express assumption and condition that any grant will not economically or otherwise bind the Company or any of its Subsidiaries on an ongoing basis. Consequently, you understand that the PSUs are granted on the assumption and condition that the PSUs and the Shares acquired upon

vesting of the PSUs shall not become a part of any employment contract (either with the Company or any of its Subsidiaries) and shall not be considered a mandatory benefit, salary for any purposes (including severance compensation) or any other right whatsoever. In addition, you understand that this grant would not be made to you but for the assumptions and conditions referenced above. Thus, you acknowledge and freely accept that should any or all of the assumptions be mistaken or should any of the conditions not be met for any reason, the PSUs shall be null and void.

You understand and agree that, as a condition of the grant of the PSUs, any unvested PSUs as of the date you cease active employment will be forfeited without entitlement to the underlying Shares or to any amount of indemnification in the event of the termination of employment by reason of, but not limited to, (i) material modification of the terms of employment under Article 41 of the Workers’ Statute or (ii) relocation under Article 40 of the Workers’ Statute. You acknowledge that you have read and specifically accept the conditions referred to in the Terms and Conditions regarding the impact of a termination of employment on your PSUs.

BY SIGNING BELOW, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE 2011 PLAN, THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THIS ADDENDUM.

PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS ADDENDUM VIA EMAIL NO LATER THAN APRIL 30, 2018 TO STOCKPLANADMINISTRATION@STRYKER.COM.

___________________________________ ______________________________

Employee SignatureEmployee Name (Printed)

_____________________

Date

TURKEY                                                    

1.Securities Law Information. Under Turkish law, you are not permitted to sell any Shares acquired under the 2011 Plan within Turkey. The Shares are currently traded on the New York Stock Exchange, which is located outside of Turkey, under the ticker symbol “SYK” and the Shares may be sold through this exchange.

2.Financial Intermediary Obligation. You acknowledge that any activity related to investments in foreign securities (e.g., the sale of Shares) should be conducted through a bank or financial intermediary institution licensed by the Turkey Capital Markets Board and should be reported to the Turkish Capital Markets Board. You solely are responsible for complying with this requirement and should consult with a personal legal advisor for further information regarding any obligations in this respect.

UNITED KINGDOM                                                    

1.Income Tax and Social Insurance Contribution Withholding. The following provision shall supplement Section 13 of the Terms and Conditions:

Without limitation to Section 13 of the Terms and Conditions, you agree that you are liable for all Tax-Related Items and hereby covenant to pay all such Tax-Related Items, as and when requested by the Company, your Employer or by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (“HMRC”) (or

any other tax authority or any other relevant authority). You also agree to indemnify and keep indemnified the Company and your Employer against any Tax-Related Items that they are required to pay or withhold or have paid or will pay to HMRC on your behalf (or any other tax authority or any other relevant authority).

2.Exclusion of Claim. You acknowledge and agree that you will have no entitlement to compensation or damages in consequence of the termination of your employment with the Company and your Employer for any reason whatsoever and whether or not in breach of contract, insofar as any purported claim to such entitlement arises or may arise from your ceasing to have rights under or to be entitled to vest in the PSUs as a result of such termination of employment (whether the termination is in breach of contract or otherwise), or from the loss or diminution in value of the PSUs. Upon the grant of the PSUs, you shall be deemed irrevocably to have waived any such entitlement.

EX-21.1

Exhibit 21(i)

STRYKER CORPORATION LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES

As of December 31, 2017

Name of Subsidiary	State or Country of Incorporation
Aimago SA	Switzerland
Alcott Indemnity Company	USA - Vermont
Ascential LLC	USA - Delaware
Berchtold + Fritz GmbH	Germany
Berchtold China Ltd.	China
Berchtold Consulting GmbH	Switzerland
Berchtold Corporation	USA - Delaware
Berchtold do Brasil Importaçao e Exportaçao Ltda. EPP	Brazil
Berchtold Espana S.L.	Spain
Berchtold GmbH & Co. KG	Germany
Berchtold Holding Switzerland GmbH	Switzerland
Cary Corners LLC	USA - Illinois
Cersys Inc.	USA - Delaware
Changzhou Orthomed Medical Instrument Company Limited	China
Charger Holding Corp.	USA - Delaware
Concentric Medical Europe SARL	Belgium
Concentric Medical, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Everest Biomedical Instruments Company	USA - Delaware
Explorer Merger Sub Corp	USA - Delaware
Gaymar Industries, Inc.	USA - New York
Gongping (Shanghai) Medical Devices Trading Co. Ltd.	China
HeartSine Technologies Limited	United Kingdom
HeartSine Technologies, LLC	USA - Delaware
Howmedica International S. de R.L.	Panama
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.	USA - New Jersey
Image Guided Technologies, Inc.	USA - Colorado
Imorphics Limited	United Kingdom
InstruMedics, L.L.C	USA - Michigan
ITAPCo Limited	United Kingdom
Ivy Sports Medicine AG	Switzerland
Ivy Sports Medicine GmbH	Germany
Ivy Sports Medicine LLC	USA - Delaware
Jiangsu Chuangyi Medical Instrument Company Limited	China
Jolife AB	Sweden
MAKO Surgical Corp	USA - Delaware
Medicycle, Inc.	USA - Arizona
Memometal, Inc.	USA - Delaware
MicroDexterity Systems, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Muka Metal Ticaret ve Sanayi Anaonim Sirketi	Turkey
Nettrick Limited	Ireland
Novadaq Corp	USA - Delaware
Novadaq GmbH	Germany
Novadaq Hong Kong Ltd	Hong Kong
Novadaq Japan GK	Japan
Novadaq SAS	France
Novadaq Technologies FZ LLC	United Arab Emirates
Novadaq Technologies ULC	Canada
NV Stryker SA	Belgium
OOO "Stryker"	Russia
Orthomed (Hong Kong) Medical Instrument Company Limited	Hong Kong
Orthovita, Inc.	USA - Pennsylvania
OtisMed Corporation	USA - California
P.C. Sweden Holding AB	Sweden
ParaMed Corporation	USA - Utah
Pficonprod Pty. Ltd.	Australia

Physio Portugal Sales, Unipessoal Lda	Portugal
Physio-Control (Shanghai) Sales Co., Ltd.	China
Physio-Control Australia Pty Ltd	Australia
Physio-Control Austria Sales GmbH	Austria
Physio-Control Belgium Sales Sprl	Belgium
Physio-Control Brazil Vendas Ltda.	Brazil
Physio-Control Canada Sales Ltd.	Canada
Physio-Control Czech Sales s.r.o.	Czech Republic
Physio-Control Denmark Sales ApS	Denmark
Physio-Control Finland Sales Oy	Finland
Physio-Control France Sales SARL	France
Physio-Control Germany Sales GmbH	Germany
Physio-Control Holdings Coöperatief U.A.	Netherlands
Physio-Control Holdings Inc	USA - Delaware
Physio-Control Hong Kong Sales Limited	Hong Kong
Physio-Control Hungary Sales Kft	Hungary
Physio-Control India Sales Pvt. Ltd	India
Physio-Control International, Inc.	USA - Washington
Physio-Control Investments, LLC	USA - Delaware
Physio-Control Italy Sales S.r.l.	Italy
Physio-Control Japan, Inc.	Japan
Physio-Control Lebanon Sales Offshore s.a.l.	Lebanon
Physio-Control Manufacturing, Inc.	USA - Washington
Physio-Control Norway Sales AS	Norway
Physio-Control Operations Netherlands B.V.	Netherlands
Physio-Control Poland Sales sp. z o.o.	Poland
Physio-Control Sales Limited Liability Company	Russia
Physio-Control Singapore Pte. Ltd.	Singapore
Physio-Control South Africa Sales Pty. Ltd.	South Africa
Physio-Control Spain Sales, S.L.	Spain
Physio-Control Switzerland Sales GmbH	Switzerland
Physio-Control UK Sales Ltd.	United Kingdom
Physio-Control, Inc.	USA - Washington
Pivot Medical, Inc.	USA - Delaware
S.I.R.E. L.L.C.	USA - Michigan
Sage Products Cooperatief U.A.	Netherlands
Sage Products Holdings II, LLC	USA - Delaware
Sage Products Holdings III, LLC	USA - Delaware
Sage Products Sarl	Switzerland
Sage Products, LLC	USA - Delaware
ScanHealth, Inc.	USA - Minnesota
Scopis GmbH	Germany
Scopis Inc.	USA - Delaware
SPI Worldwide, Ltd.	USA - Illinois
SpineCore, Inc.	USA - Delaware
SSI Divestiture, Inc.	USA - Massachusetts
Stanmore Implants Worldwide Limited	United Kingdom
Stanmore, Inc.	USA - Massachusetts
Stryker (Barbados) Foreign Sales Corporation	Barbados
Stryker (Beijing) Healthcare Products Co., Ltd.	China
Stryker (Shanghai) Healthcare Products Co., Ltd.	China
Stryker (Suzhou) Medical Technology Co Ltd	China
Stryker (Thailand) Limited	Thailand
Stryker AB	Sweden
Stryker Acquisitions BV	Netherlands
Stryker Asia Holdings CV	Netherlands
Stryker Australia LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker Australia Pty. Ltd.	Australia
Stryker Berchtold BV	Netherlands
Stryker Beteiligungs GmbH	Germany
Stryker Canada GP ULC	Canada
Stryker Canada Holding Company	Canada
Stryker Canada LP	Canada

Stryker Canadian Management, ULC	Canada
Stryker Canadian Sales Holding Company	Canada
Stryker Capital BV	Netherlands
Stryker China Limited	Hong Kong
Stryker Colombia SAS	Colombia
Stryker Combo L.L.C.	USA - Michigan
Stryker Communications, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Stryker Corporation (Chile) y Compania Limitada	Chile
Stryker Corporation (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.	Malaysia
Stryker Czech Republic s.r.o.	Czech Republic
Stryker do Brasil Ltda	Brazil
Stryker EMEA Supply Chain Services BV	Netherlands
Stryker European Coordination Center BV	Netherlands
Stryker European Finance BV	Netherlands
Stryker European Holdings Coöperatief U.A	Netherlands
Stryker European Holdings I, LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker European Holdings II, LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker European Holdings III, LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker European Holdings IV, LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker European Holdings V, LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker European Operations B.V.	Netherlands
Stryker European Technologies C.V.	Netherlands
Stryker Far East, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Stryker Foreign Acquisitions, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Stryker France Holding SNC	France
Stryker France MM Holdings SAS	France
Stryker France SAS	France
Stryker Funding B.V.	Netherlands
Stryker GI Ltd.	Israel
Stryker GI Services CV	Netherlands
Stryker Global Technology Center Private Limited	India
Stryker GmbH & Co. KG	Germany
Stryker Austria GmbH	Austria
Stryker GmbH	Switzerland
Stryker Grundstücks GmbH & Co KG	Germany
Stryker Grundstücks Verwaltungs GmbH	Germany
Stryker Holdings BV	Netherlands
Stryker Iberia SL Unipersonal	Spain
Stryker IFSC Designated Activity Company	Ireland
Stryker India Private Limited	India
Stryker International Acquisitions BV	Netherlands
Stryker International Holdings BV	Netherlands
Stryker Investment Holdings B.V.	Netherlands
Stryker Ireland Holding Unlimited Company	Ireland
Stryker Ireland Limited	Ireland
Stryker Italia S.r.l. S.U.	Italy
Stryker Japan Holdings BV	Netherlands
Stryker Japan K.K.	Japan
Stryker Korea Ltd.	South Korea
Stryker Lebanon (Offshore) S.A.L.	Lebanon
Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG	Germany
Stryker Luxembourg Holdings S.a.r.l.	Luxembourg
Stryker Luxembourg Sarl	Luxembourg
Stryker Manufacturing S. de R.L. de C.V.	Mexico
Stryker Mauritius Holding Ltd.	Mauritius
Stryker Medical London LP	Canada
Stryker Medtech K.K.	Japan
Stryker Medtech Limited	Ireland
Stryker Mexico SA de CV	Mexico
Stryker Nederland BV	Netherlands
Stryker New Zealand Limited	New Zealand
Stryker NV Operations Limited	Ireland
Stryker Osteonics SA	Switzerland

Stryker Pacific Limited	Hong Kong
Stryker Performance Solutions, LLC	USA - New Jersey
Stryker Polska Sp.z.o.o.	Poland
Stryker Portugal - Produtos Medicos, Unipessoal, Lda.	Portugal
Stryker Professional Latin America S. de R.L. de C.V.	Mexico
Stryker Puerto Rico Limited	Ireland
Stryker Romania SRL	Romania
Stryker Sage, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Stryker Sales Corporation	USA - Michigan
Stryker Services SA	Switzerland
Stryker Servicios Administrativos S.de R.L. de C.V.	Mexico
Stryker Singapore Private Limited	Singapore
Stryker South Africa (Proprietary) Limited	South Africa
Stryker Spain Holding SL	Spain
Stryker Spine Sarl	Switzerland
Stryker Spine SAS	France
Stryker Sustainability Solutions, Inc.	USA - Delaware
Stryker Tibbi Cihazlan Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi	Turkey
Stryker Trauma GmbH	Germany
Stryker Turkish Holdings BV	Netherlands
Stryker UK Ltd	United Kingdom
Stryker US Holding LLC	USA - Delaware
Stryker Verwaltungs GmbH	Germany
Surpass Medical Ltd.	Israel
TG SP Holdings Corp	USA - Delaware
Trauson (China) Medical Instrument Company Limited	China
Trauson (Hong Kong) Company Limited	Hong Kong
Trauson Holdings (BVI) Company Limited	British Virgin Islands
Trauson Holdings (Hong Kong) Company Limited	Hong Kong
Trauson Holdings Company Limited	Cayman Islands
Vexim GmbH*	Germany
Vexim Inc.*	USA - Delaware
Vexim Italia Srl*	Italy
Vexim SA*	France
Vexim Spine SL*	Spain
Vexim UK LTD*	United Kingdom
Waterloo Bedding Co.	Canada

Stryker Corporation directly or indirectly owns 100% of the outstanding voting securities of each of the above-named subsidiaries, with the exception of those designated by an asterisk (*), which Stryker Corporation directly or indirectly owns a majority of the outstanding voting securities.

EX-23.1

Exhibit 23(i)

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements:

(1) Registration Statement (Form S-3 No. 333-209526) of Stryker Corporation, and

(2) Registration Statement (Form S-8 Nos. 333-78201, 333-140961, 333-150396, 333-179142, 333-221958 and 333-221959) of Stryker Corporation;

of our reports dated February 8, 2018, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedule of Stryker Corporation and subsidiaries and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting of Stryker Corporation and subsidiaries included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 2017.

/s/ ERNST & YOUNG LLP

Grand Rapids, Michigan

February 8, 2018

EX-31.1

Exhibit 31(i)

CERTIFICATION OF PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICER

I, Kevin A. Lobo, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 of Stryker Corporation;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

(a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

(d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

(a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

(b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date:	February 8, 2018	/s/ KEVIN A. LOBO
		Kevin A. Lobo
		Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

EX-31.2

Exhibit 31(ii)

CERTIFICATION OF PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER

I, Glenn S. Boehnlein, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017 of Stryker Corporation;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

(a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

(d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

(a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

(b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date:	February 8, 2018	/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN
		Glenn S. Boehnlein
		Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

EX-32.1

Exhibit 32(i)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,

AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Stryker Corporation (the "Company") for the year ended December 31, 2017 (the "Report"), I, Kevin A. Lobo, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

Date:	February 8, 2018	/s/ KEVIN A. LOBO
		Kevin A. Lobo
		Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

EX-32.2

Exhibit 32(ii)

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,

AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Stryker Corporation (the "Company") for the year ended December 31, 2017 (the "Report"), I, Glenn S. Boehnlein, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

Date:	February 8, 2018	/s/ GLENN S. BOEHNLEIN
		Glenn S. Boehnlein
		Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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	Dec. 31, 2017	Jan. 31, 2018	Jun. 30, 2017
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Consolidated Statements Of Earnings - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
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Recall charges, net of insurance proceeds	173	158	296
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Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
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Cash and cash equivalents	$ 2,542	$ 3,316
Marketable securities	251	68
Accounts receivable, less allowance of $59 ($56 in 2016)	2,198	1,967
Inventories:
Materials and supplies	528	425
Work in process	148	130
Finished goods	1,789	1,475
Total inventories	2,465	2,030
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	537	480
Total current assets	7,993	7,861
Property, plant and equipment:
Land, buildings and improvements	936	820
Machinery and equipment	2,864	2,341
Total property, plant and equipment	3,800	3,161
Less allowance for depreciation	1,825	1,592
Property, plant and equipment, net	1,975	1,569
Goodwill	7,168	6,356
Other intangibles, net	3,477	3,508
Other noncurrent assets	1,584	1,141
Total assets	22,197	20,435
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	487	437
Accrued compensation	838	767
Income taxes	143	40
Dividend payable	178	159
Accrued recall expenses	196	594
Accrued expenses and other liabilities	1,011	923
Current maturities of debt	632	228
Total current liabilities	3,485	3,148
Long-term debt, excluding current maturities	6,590	6,686
Accrued Income Taxes, Noncurrent	1,261	287
Other noncurrent liabilities	881	764
Liabilities	12,217	10,885
Shareholders' equity
Common stock, $0.10 par value	37	37
Additional paid-in capital	1,496	1,432
Retained earnings	8,986	8,842
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(553)	(761)
Total Stryker shareholders' equity	9,966	9,550
Noncontrolling interest	14	0
Total shareholders' equity	9,980	9,550
Total liabilities & shareholders' equity	22,197	20,435
Non-controlling interest
Shareholders' equity
Total shareholders' equity	$ 14	$ 0

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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parentheticals) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Accounts receivable, allowance	$ 59	$ 56
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.10	$ 0.10
Common Stock, Shares Authorized	1,000,000,000	1,000,000,000
Common Stock, Shares, Outstanding	374,400,000	374,600,000

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Consolidated Statements Of Shareholders' Equity - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Total	Total Stryker shareholders' equity	Common Stock	Additional Paid-In Capital	Retained Earnings	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	Non-controlling interest
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest							$ 0.0
Balance at beginning of period at Dec. 31, 2014			$ 38.0	$ 1,252.0	$ 7,559.0	$ (254.0)
Beginning balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2014	378.6
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans				8.0
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans, shares	1.8
Repurchase of common stock			(1.0)	(25.0)	(674.0)
Repurchase of common stock, shares	(7.4)
Share-based compensation				86.0
Net earnings	$ 1,439.0				1,439.0		0.0
Cash dividends declared					(532.0)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	$ (385.0)					(385.0)
Balance at end of period at Dec. 31, 2015		$ 8,511.0	37.0	1,321.0	7,792.0	(639.0)
Ending balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2015	373.0
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest	$ 8,511.0						0.0
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Acquisitions							0.0
Interest purchased							0.0
Foreign currency exchange translation adjustment							0.0
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans				15.0
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans, shares	1.7
Repurchase of common stock				(1.0)	(12.0)
Repurchase of common stock, shares	(0.1)
Share-based compensation				97.0
Net earnings	$ 1,647.0				1,647.0		0.0
Cash dividends declared					(585.0)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(122.0)					(122.0)
Balance at end of period at Dec. 31, 2016	$ 9,550.0	9,550.0	37.0	1,432.0	8,842.0	(761.0)
Ending balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2016	374.6
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest	$ 9,550.0						0.0
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Acquisitions							0.0
Interest purchased							0.0
Foreign currency exchange translation adjustment							0.0
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans			0.0	(42.0)
Issuance of common stock under stock option and benefit plans, shares	1.7
Repurchase of common stock	$ (230.0)		0.0	(7.0)	(223.0)
Repurchase of common stock, shares	(1.9)
Share-based compensation				113.0
Net earnings	$ 1,020.0				1,020.0		0.0
Cash dividends declared					(653.0)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	208.0					208.0
Balance at end of period at Dec. 31, 2017	$ 9,966.0	$ 9,966.0	$ 37.0	$ 1,496.0	$ 8,986.0	$ (553.0)
Ending balance, shares at Dec. 31, 2017	374.4
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest	$ 9,980.0						14.0
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Acquisitions							114.0
Interest purchased							(99.0)
Foreign currency exchange translation adjustment							$ (1.0)

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Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Operating activities
Net earnings	$ 1,020	$ 1,647	$ 1,439
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation	271	227	187
Amortization of intangible assets	371	319	210
Share-based compensation	113	97	86
Recall charges	173	158	349
Sale of inventory stepped up to fair value at acquisition	22	36	7
Deferred income tax benefit (expense)	36	(46)	87
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable	(162)	(192)	(151)
Inventories	(320)	(299)	(115)
Accounts payable	21	(16)	35
Accrued expenses and other liabilities	90	241	129
Recall-related payments	(526)	(190)	(1,206)
Income taxes	704	(128)	(238)
Other, net	(254)	61	162
Net cash provided by operating activities	1,559	1,915	981
Investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	(831)	(4,332)	(153)
Purchases of marketable securities	(270)	(151)	(1,715)
Proceeds from sales of marketable securities	87	785	4,094
Purchases of property, plant and equipment	(598)	(490)	(270)
Other investing, net	(1)	(3)	0
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(1,613)	(4,191)	1,956
Financing activities
Proceeds from borrowings	733	1,094	1,576
Payments on borrowings	(933)	(1,635)	(2,272)
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt, net	499	3,453	744
Dividends paid	(636)	(568)	(521)
Repurchase of common stock	(230)	(13)	(700)
Cash paid for taxes from withheld shares	(95)	(67)	(56)
Payments to purchase noncontrolling interest	(99)	0	0
Other financing, net	(33)	(6)	6
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities	(794)	2,258	(1,223)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	74	(45)	(130)
Change in cash and cash equivalents	(774)	(63)	1,584
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	3,316	3,379	1,795
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	2,542	3,316	3,379
Supplemental cash flow disclosure:
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds	312	510	497
Cash paid for interest on debt	$ 264	$ 180	$ 101

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Significant Accounting Policies

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Significant Accounting Policies

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Nature of Operations: Stryker Corporation (the "Company," "we," "us," or "our") is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that improve patient and hospital outcomes. Our products include implants used in joint replacement and trauma surgeries; surgical equipment and surgical navigation systems; endoscopic and communications systems; patient handling, emergency medical equipment and intensive care disposable products; neurosurgical, neurovascular and spinal devices; as well as other products used in a variety of medical specialties.

Basis of Presentation and Consolidation: The Consolidated Financial Statements include the Company and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation. We have no material interests in variable interest entities and none that require consolidation. Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the presentation of our Consolidated Financial Statements in 2017.

Use of Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of net sales and expenses in the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Revenue Recognition: Sales are recognized when revenue is realized or realizable and has been earned. Our policy is to recognize revenue when title to the product, ownership and risk of loss transfer to the customer, which can be on the date of shipment, the date of receipt by the customer or, for most Orthopaedics products, when we receive appropriate notification that the product has been used or implanted. A provision for estimated sales returns, discounts, rebates and other sales incentives is recorded as a reduction of net sales in the same period that the revenue is recognized. Shipping and handling costs charged to customers are included in net sales.

Cost of Sales: Cost of sales is primarily comprised of direct materials and supplies consumed in the manufacture of product, as well as manufacturing labor, depreciation expense and direct overhead expense necessary to acquire and convert the purchased materials and supplies into finished product. Cost of sales also includes the cost to distribute products to customers, inbound freight costs, warehousing costs and other shipping and handling activity.

Research, Development and Engineering Expenses: Research and development costs are charged to expense as incurred. Costs include research, development and engineering activities relating to the development of new products, improvement of existing products, technical support of products and compliance with governmental regulations for the protection of customers and patients. Costs primarily consist of salaries, wages, consulting and depreciation and maintenance of research facilities and equipment.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses: Selling, general and administrative expense is primarily comprised of selling expenses, marketing expenses, administrative and other indirect overhead costs, amortization of loaner instrumentation, depreciation and amortization expense of non-manufacturing assets and other miscellaneous operating items.

Currency Translation: Financial statements of subsidiaries outside the United States generally are measured using the local currency as the functional currency. Adjustments to translate those statements into United States Dollars are recorded in other comprehensive income (OCI). Transactional exchange gains and losses are included in earnings.

Cash Equivalents: Highly liquid investments with remaining stated maturities of three months or less when purchased are considered cash equivalents and recorded at cost.

Marketable Securities: Marketable securities consist of marketable debt securities, certificates of deposit and mutual funds. Mutual funds are acquired to offset changes in certain liabilities related to deferred compensation arrangements and are expected to be used to settle these liabilities. Pursuant to our investment policy, all individual marketable security investments must have a minimum credit quality of single A (Standard & Poor’s and Fitch) and A2 (Moody’s Corporation) at the time of acquisition, while the overall portfolio of marketable securities must maintain a minimum average credit quality of double A (Standard & Poor’s and Fitch) or Aa (Moody’s Corporation). In the event of a rating downgrade below the minimum credit quality subsequent to purchase, the marketable security investment is evaluated to determine the appropriate action to take to minimize the overall risk to our marketable security investment portfolio. Our marketable securities are classified as available-for-sale and trading securities. Investments in trading securities represent participant-directed investments of deferred employee compensation.

Accounts Receivable: Accounts receivable consists of trade and other miscellaneous receivables. An allowance is maintained for doubtful accounts for estimated losses in the collection of accounts receivable. Estimates are made regarding the ability of customers to make required payments based on historical credit experience and expected future trends. Accounts receivable are written off when all reasonable collection efforts are exhausted.

Inventories: Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, with cost generally determined using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) cost method. For excess and obsolete inventory resulting from the potential inability to sell specific products at prices in excess of current carrying costs, reserves are maintained to reduce current carrying cost to market prices.

Financial Instruments: Our financial instruments consist of cash, cash equivalents, marketable securities, accounts receivable, other investments, accounts payable, debt and foreign currency exchange contracts. The carrying value of our financial instruments, with the exception of our senior unsecured notes, approximates fair value on December 31, 2017 and 2016. Refer to Note 2 and 9 for further details.

All marketable securities are recognized at fair value. Adjustments to the fair value of marketable securities that are classified as available-for-sale are recorded as increases or decreases, net of income taxes, within accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) in shareholders’ equity and adjustments to the fair value of marketable securities that are classified as trading are recorded in earnings. The amortized cost of marketable debt securities is adjusted for amortization of premiums and discounts to maturity computed under the effective interest method. Such amortization and interest and realized gains and losses are included in other income (expense), net. The cost of securities sold is determined by the specific identification method.

We review declines in the fair value of our investments classified as available-for-sale to determine whether the decline in fair value is an other-than-temporary impairment. The resulting losses from other-than-temporary impairments of available-for-sale marketable securities are included in earnings.

Derivatives: All derivatives are recognized at fair value and reported on a gross basis. We enter into forward currency exchange contracts to mitigate the impact of currency fluctuations on transactions denominated in nonfunctional currencies, thereby limiting our risk that would otherwise result from changes in exchange rates. The periods of the forward currency exchange contracts correspond to the periods of the exposed transactions, with realized gains and losses included in the measurement and recording of transactions denominated in the nonfunctional currencies. All forward currency exchange contracts are recorded at their fair value each period.

Forward currency exchange contracts designated as cash flow hedges are designed to hedge the variability of cash flows associated with forecasted transactions denominated in a foreign currency that will take place in the future. These nonfunctional currency exposures principally relate to forecasted intercompany purchases of manufactured products and generally have maturities up to eighteen months. Changes in value of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges are recorded in AOCI on the Consolidated Balance Sheets until earnings are affected by the variability of the underlying cash flows. At that time, the applicable amount of gain or loss from the derivative instrument that is deferred in shareholders’ equity is reclassified into earnings and is included in other income (expense), net or cost of goods sold in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings, depending on the underlying transaction that is being hedged. Cash flows associated with these hedges are included in cash from operations in the same category as the cash flows from the items being hedged.

Derivative forward contracts are used to offset our exposure to the change in value of specific foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities, primarily intercompany payables and receivables. These derivatives are not designated as hedges and, therefore, changes in the value of these forward contracts are recognized in earnings, thereby offsetting the current earnings effect of the related changes in value of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The estimated fair value of our forward currency exchange contracts represents the measurement of the contracts at month-end spot rates as adjusted by current forward points.

We designated certain long-term intercompany loans payable and forward exchange contracts as net investment hedges of our investments in certain international subsidiaries that use the Euro as their functional currency. For derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as a net investment hedge, the effective portion of the derivative's gain or loss is recognized in OCI and reported as a component of AOCI. We use the forward method to measure ineffectiveness. Under this method the change in the carrying value of the Euro-denominated amounts due to remeasurement of the effective portion is reported as a component of AOCI. The remaining change in the carrying value of the ineffective portion, if any, is recognized in other income (expense), net. The gain or loss related to settled net investment hedges will be subsequently reclassified into net earnings when the hedged net investment is either sold or substantially liquidated.

Forward starting interest rate derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges are used to manage the exposure to interest rate volatility with regard to future issuance and refinancing of debt. The effective portion of the gain or loss on a forward starting interest rate derivative instrument that is designated and qualifies as a cash flow hedge is reported as a component of AOCI. Beginning in the period in which the debt refinancing occurs and the related derivative instruments is terminated, the effective portion of the gains or losses is then reclassified into interest expense over the term of the related debt.

Interest rate derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges are being used to manage the exposure to interest rate movements and to reduce borrowing costs by converting fixed-rate debt into floating-rate debt. Under these agreements, we agree to exchange, at specified intervals, the difference between fixed and floating interest amounts calculated by reference to an agreed-upon notional principal amount.

Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost. Depreciation is generally computed by the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of three to 30 years for buildings and improvements and three to 10 years for machinery and equipment.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: Goodwill represents the excess of purchase price over fair value of tangible net assets of acquired businesses at the acquisition date, after amounts allocated to other identifiable intangible assets. Factors that contribute to the recognition of goodwill include synergies that are specific to our business and not available to other market participants and are expected to increase net sales and profits; acquisition of a talented workforce; cost savings opportunities; the strategic benefit of expanding our presence in core and adjacent markets; and diversifying our product portfolio.

The fair values of other identifiable intangible assets are primarily determined using the income approach. Other intangible assets include, but are not limited to, developed technology, customer and distributor relationships (which reflect expected continued customer or distributor patronage) and trademarks and patents. Intangible assets with determinable useful lives are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives of four to 40 years. Certain acquired trade names are considered to have indefinite lives and are not amortized, but are assessed annually for potential impairment as described below.

In some of our acquisitions, we acquire in-process research and development (IPRD), which is an indefinite-lived intangible asset. IPRD where research has been completed becomes a determinable-lived intangible asset and IPRD determined to have no future use becomes impaired.

Goodwill, Intangibles and Long-Lived Asset Impairment Tests: We perform our annual impairment test for goodwill in the fourth quarter of each year. We consider qualitative indicators of the fair value of a reporting unit when it is unlikely that a reporting unit has impaired goodwill. In certain circumstances, we may also utilize a discounted cash flow analysis that requires certain assumptions and estimates be made regarding market conditions and our future profitability. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are also tested at least annually for impairment by comparing the individual carrying values to the fair value.

We review long-lived assets for indicators of impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. The evaluation is performed at the lowest level of identifiable cash flows. Undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the related assets are estimated over the asset's useful life based on updated projections. If the evaluation indicates that the carrying amount of the asset may not be recoverable, any potential impairment is measured based upon the fair value of the related asset or asset group as determined by an appropriate market appraisal or other valuation technique. Assets classified as held for sale are recorded at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.

Share-Based Compensation: We use share based compensation in the form of stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs) and performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs). Stock options are granted under long-term incentive plans to certain key employees and non-employee directors at an exercise price not less than the fair market value of the underlying common stock, which is the quoted closing price of our common stock on the day prior to the date of grant. The options are granted for periods of up to 10 years and become exercisable in varying installments.

We grant RSUs to key employees and non-employee directors and PSUs to certain key employees under our long-term incentive plans. The fair value of RSUs is determined based on the number of shares granted and the quoted closing price of our common stock on the date of grant, adjusted for the fact that RSUs do not include anticipated dividends. RSUs generally vest in one-third increments over a three-year period and are settled in stock. PSUs are earned over a three-year performance cycle and vest in March of the year following the end of that performance cycle. The number of PSUs that will ultimately be earned is based on our performance relative to pre-established goals in that three-year performance cycle. The fair value of PSUs is determined based on the quoted closing price of our common stock on the day of grant.

Compensation expense is recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings based on the estimated fair value of the awards on the grant date. Compensation expense recognized reflects an estimate of the number of awards expected to vest after taking into consideration an estimate of award forfeitures based on actual experience and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period, which is generally the period required to obtain full vesting. Management expectations related to the achievement of performance goals associated with PSU grants is assessed regularly and that assessment is used to determine whether PSU grants are expected to vest. If performance-based milestones related to PSU grants are not met or not expected to be met, any compensation expense recognized associated with such grants will be reversed.

Income Taxes: Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between financial reporting and income tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted income tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. Deferred income tax benefits generally represent the change in net deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the year. Other amounts result from adjustments related to acquisitions and foreign currency as appropriate.

We operate in multiple income tax jurisdictions both within the United States and internationally. Accordingly, management must determine the appropriate allocation of income to each of these jurisdictions based on current interpretations of complex income tax regulations. Income tax authorities in these jurisdictions regularly perform audits of our income tax filings. Income tax audits associated with the allocation of this income and other complex issues, including inventory transfer pricing and cost sharing, product royalty and foreign branch arrangements, may require an extended period of time to resolve and may result in significant income tax adjustments if changes to the income allocation are required between jurisdictions with different income tax rates.

New Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted

In August 2017 the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging - Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities, which amends and simplifies hedge accounting guidance, as well as improves presentation and disclosure to align the economic effects of risk management strategies in the financial statements. The update is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018 including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted. We have performed a preliminary assessment of the impact from this update and do not expect the adoption of this standard to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements. We are currently evaluating our timing of adopting this standard.

In May 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-09, Compensation - Stock Compensation, which revises the guidance related to changes in terms or conditions of a share-based payment award. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 and do not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In March 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-07, Compensation - Retirement Benefits, which revises the recognition and presentation of the elements of net pension benefit costs. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 and do not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In February 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases. This update requires an entity to recognize assets and liabilities on the balance sheet for leases with terms greater than 12 months. We are in the process of evaluating the impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements and anticipate most of our current operating leases, as well as some service contracts, will result in the recognition of right to use assets and corresponding lease liabilities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. We also anticipate changes in classification between financial statement line items in our Consolidated Statements of Earnings and Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, but do not anticipate adoption of the update will have a material impact on net earnings and cash flows. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2019.

In October 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-16, Income Taxes, Intra-Entity Transfers of Assets Other Than Inventory, which requires companies to account for the income tax effect of intercompany sales and transfers of assets other than inventory when the transfer occurs. Under current guidance, we defer the income tax effects of intercompany transfers of assets until the asset has been sold to an outside party or otherwise recognized. We will adopt this update on January 1, 2018. We have finalized our assessment of the impact from this update and have recorded a cumulative-effect adjustment to decrease retained earnings in the amount of approximately $696 as of January 1, 2018.

In May 2014 the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. This update outlines a single, comprehensive model for accounting for revenue from contracts with customers. The guidance permits two methods of adoption: retrospectively to each prior reporting period presented (full retrospective method) or retrospectively with the cumulative effect of initially applying the guidance recognized at the date of initial application (modified retrospective method). We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 using the modified retrospective approach by recognizing the cumulative effect of initially applying the standard as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings for 2018. We have finalized our assessment of the impact from this update and have recorded a cumulative-effect adjustment to decrease retained earnings in the amount of $55 as of January 1, 2018. We expect the impact from adoption of this standard will be recognized in our Consolidated Statements of Earnings in 2018.

Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted

On January 1, 2017 we adopted ASU 2016-09, Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting. The impact on our Consolidated Statements of Earnings in 2017 was a tax benefit of $57. In our prior year Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow we reclassified $36 from other financing to income taxes within operating activities to conform to current year presentation.

On January 1, 2017 we adopted ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows: Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments. The adoption of this update did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

No other new accounting pronouncements were issued or became effective in the period that had, or are expected to have, a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Fair Value Measurements

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]

Fair Value Measurements

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Financial assets and liabilities carried at fair value are classified in their entirety based on the lowest level of input and disclosed in one of the following three categories:

Level 1	Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2	Observable market-based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data.
Level 3	Unobservable inputs reflecting our assumptions or external inputs from active markets.

Use of observable market data, when available, is required in making fair value measurements. When inputs used fall within different levels of the hierarchy, the level within which the fair value measurement is categorized is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement. We determine fair value for Level 1 instruments using exchange-traded prices for identical instruments. We determine fair value of Level 2 instruments using exchange-traded prices of similar instruments, where available, or utilizing other observable inputs that take into account our credit risk and that of our counterparties. Foreign currency exchange contracts and interest rate hedges are included in Level 2 and we use inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability. The Level 2 derivative instruments are primarily valued using standard calculations and models that use readily observable market data as their basis. Our Level 3 liabilities are comprised of contingent consideration arising from recently completed acquisitions. We determine fair value of these Level 3 liabilities using a discounted cash flow technique or the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Significant unobservable inputs were used in our assessment of fair value, including assumptions regarding future business results, discount rates, discount periods and probability assessments based on likelihood of reaching various targets. We remeasure the fair value of our assets and liabilities each reporting period. We record the changes in fair value within selling, general and administrative expense and the changes in the time value of money within other income (expense), net.

Assets Measured at Fair Value
	2017		2016
Cash and cash equivalents	$	2,542	$	3,316
Trading marketable securities	121		94
Level 1 - Assets	$	2,663	$	3,410
Available-for-sale marketable securities:
Corporate and asset-backed debt securities	$	125	$	25
Foreign government debt securities	2		—
United States agency debt securities	27		9
United States treasury debt securities	70		16
Certificates of deposit	27		18
Total available-for-sale marketable securities	$	251	$	68
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	15		45
Interest rate swap asset	49		57
Level 2 - Assets	$	315	$	170
Total assets measured at fair value	$	2,978	$	3,580

Liabilities Measured at Fair Value
	2017			2016
Deferred compensation arrangements	$	121		$	94
Level 1 - Liabilities	$	121		$	94
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	$	37		$	18
Level 2 - Liabilities	$	37		$	18
Contingent consideration:
Beginning	$	86		$	56
Additions	3			49
Change in estimate	2			(7		)
Settlements	(59		)	(12		)
Ending	$	32		$	86
Level 3 - Liabilities	$	32		$	86
Total liabilities measured at fair value	$	190		$	198

Fair Value of Available for Sale Securities by Maturity
	2017		2016
Due in one year or less	$	107	$	36
Due after one year through three years	$	144	$	32

On December 31, 2017 the aggregate difference between the cost and fair value of available-for-sale marketable securities was nominal. Interest receivable was $1 and less than $1 in 2017 and 2016 related to our marketable security portfolio. Interest and marketable securities income was $60, $29, and $14 in 2017, 2016, and 2015, which was recorded in other income (expense), net.

Our investments in available-for-sale marketable securities had a minimum credit quality rating of A2 (Moody's), A (Standard & Poor's) and A (Fitch). We do not plan to sell the investments, and it is not more likely than not that we will be required to sell the investments before recovery of their amortized cost basis, which may be maturity. We do not consider these investments to be other-than-temporarily impaired on December 31, 2017. On December 31, 2017 substantially all our investments with unrealized losses that were not deemed to be other-than-temporarily impaired were in a continuous unrealized loss position for less than twelve months, and the losses were nominal.

Securities in a Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Number of Investments	Fair Value
Corporate and Asset-Backed	118	$	108
Foreign government	1	2
United States Agency	15	20
United States Treasury	20	70
Certificate of Deposit	28	23
Total	182	$	223

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Derivative Instruments

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

Derivative Instruments

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

Foreign Currency Hedges

We use operational and economic hedges, foreign currency exchange forward contracts, net investment hedges (both long-term intercompany loans payable and forward exchange contracts) and interest rate derivative instruments to manage the impact of currency exchange and interest rate fluctuations on earnings and cash flow. We do not enter into derivative instruments for speculative purposes. We are exposed to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by counterparties on our outstanding derivative instruments but do not anticipate nonperformance by any of our counterparties. Should a counterparty default, our maximum exposure to loss is the asset balance of the instrument.

2017	Designated			Non-Designated			Total
Gross notional amount	$	1,104		$	4,767		$	5,871
Maximum term in days							548
Fair value:
Other current assets	$	11		$	4		$	15
Other noncurrent assets	1			—			1
Other current liabilities	(7		)	(29		)	(36		)
Other noncurrent liabilities	(1		)	—			(1		)
Total fair value	$	4		$	(25	)	$	(21	)
2016
Gross notional amount	$	1,058		$	2,841		$	3,899
Maximum term in days							548
Fair value:
Other current assets	$	24		$	17		$	41
Other noncurrent assets	4			—			4
Other current liabilities	(9		)	(7		)	(16		)
Other noncurrent liabilities	(2		)	—			(2		)
Total fair value	$	17		$	10		$	27

On December 31, 2017 the total after-tax amount in AOCI related to our designated net investment hedges was $30. We evaluate the effectiveness of our net investment hedges quarterly. We have not recognized any ineffectiveness in 2017.

Net Currency Exchange Rate Gains (Losses)
Recorded in:	2017			2016			2015
Cost of sales	$	(6	)	$	—		$	19
Other income (expense), net	(9		)	(19		)	(22		)
Total	$	(15	)	$	(19	)	$	(3	)

On December 31, 2017 pretax gains recorded in AOCI on derivatives designated as hedges that are expected to be reclassified to earnings within 12 months of the balance sheet date were $7 compared with less than $1 on December 31, 2016. This reclassification is primarily due to the sale of inventory that includes previously hedged purchases. There were de minimis ineffective portions of derivatives, which are included in the table above.

Interest Rate Hedges

On December 31, 2017 we had interest rate swaps with notional amounts of $600 designated as forward starting interest rate swaps in anticipation of future debt issuances. The market value of outstanding interest rate swap agreements on December 31, 2017 was $44, which was recorded in other current assets with an offsetting amount recorded in AOCI. Upon the probable issuance of the debt, these amounts will be released to interest expense over the term of the debt. The cash flow effect of this hedge is recorded in cash flow from operations.

On December 31, 2017 we had interest rate swaps with gross notional amounts of $500 designated as fair value hedges of underlying fixed rate obligations representing a portion of our $600 senior unsecured notes due in 2024. There was no hedge ineffectiveness recorded as a result of these fair value hedges in 2017.

Fair Value Interest Rate Hedge Instruments
	2017			2016
Gross notional amount	$	500		$	500
Fair value:
Other noncurrent assets	5			9
Long-term debt	(5		)	(9		)
Total	$	—		$	—

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Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income (AOCI) Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income (AOCI)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Reclassification Adjustments Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (AOCI) [Abstract]

Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income (AOCI)

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME (AOCI)

	Marketable Securities			Pension Plans			Hedges			Financial Statement Translation			Total
2015	$	—		$	(119	)	$	4		$	(524	)	$	(639	)
OCI	3			(20		)	35			(112		)	(94		)
Income taxes	(1		)	3			(15		)	(17		)	(30		)
Reclassifications to:
Cost of Sales	—			6			—			—			6
Other income	(3		)	—			—			—			(3		)
Income taxes	1			(2		)	—			—			(1		)
Net OCI	—			(13		)	20			(129		)	(122		)
2016	$	—		$	(132	)	$	24		$	(653	)	$	(761	)
OCI	(7		)	(27		)	(4		)	163			125
Income taxes	1			19			4			47			71
Reclassifications to:
Cost of Sales	—			8			6			—			14
Other Income	2			—			—			—			2
Income taxes	—			(2		)	(2		)	—			(4		)
Net OCI	(4		)	(2		)	4			210			208
2017	$	(4	)	$	(134	)	$	28		$	(443	)	$	(553	)

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Acquisitions

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Business Combinations [Abstract]

Acquisitions

ACQUISITIONS

In 2017 and 2016 total cash paid for acquisitions was $831 and $4,332. We acquired stock in companies and various assets that continue to support our capital deployment and product development strategies.

In December 2017 we announced a definitive merger agreement to acquire Entellus Medical, Inc. (Entellus), a high-growth global medical technology company focused on delivering superior patient and physician experiences through products designed for the minimally invasive treatment of various ear, nose and throat (ENT) disease states, for $24.00 per share, or total consideration of approximately $662. Entellus, which had net sales of approximately $75 in 2016, will be integrated into the Instruments business within MedSurg. We expect the acquisition to close in February 2018.

In September 2017 we completed the acquisition of NOVADAQ Technologies Inc. (NOVADAQ) for total consideration of approximately $716. NOVADAQ is a leading developer of fluorescence imaging technology that provides surgeons with visualization of blood flow in vessels and related tissue perfusion in cardiac, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, plastic, microsurgical, and reconstructive procedures. This acquisition enhances product offerings within our MedSurg segment. Goodwill related to the NOVADAQ acquisition is not deductible for tax purposes.

Purchase Price Allocation of Acquired Net Assets
	2017			2016
	NOVADAQ			Sage			Physio
Purchase price paid	$	716		$	2,870		$	1,299
Contingent consideration	—			5			—
Total consideration	$	716		$	2,875		$	1,299
Tangible assets acquired:
Cash	42			91			32
Accounts receivable	11			29			107
Inventory	39			63			61
Other assets	9			80			103
Liabilities	(58		)	(83		)	(364		)
Intangible assets:
Customer relationship	18			930			344
Trade name	1			70			160
Developed technology and patents	133			173			226
IPRD	—			—			7
Goodwill	521			1,522			623
	$	716		$	2,875		$	1,299
Weighted average life of intangible assets	14			15			14

Purchase price allocations for NOVADAQ and other acquisitions in 2017 and 2016 were based on preliminary valuations. Our estimates and assumptions are subject to change within the measurement period. The purchase price allocation for the acquisitions of Sage Products, LLC (Sage) and Physio-Control International, Inc. (Physio) was finalized in 2017. Goodwill related to the Sage acquisition is deductible for tax purposes.

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Contingencies and Commitments

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Contingencies and Commitments

CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS

We are involved in various ongoing proceedings, legal actions and claims arising in the normal course of business, including proceedings related to product, labor, intellectual property and other matters that are more fully described below. The outcomes of these matters will generally not be known for prolonged periods of time. In certain of the legal proceedings, the claimants seek damages as well as other compensatory and equitable relief that could result in the payment of significant claims and settlements and/or the imposition of injunctions or other equitable relief. For legal matters for which management had sufficient information to reasonably estimate our future obligations, a liability representing management's best estimate of the probable loss, or the minimum of the range of probable losses when a best estimate within the range is not known, is recorded. The estimates are based on consultation with legal counsel, previous settlement experience and settlement strategies. If actual outcomes are less favorable than those estimated by management, additional expense may be incurred, which could unfavorably affect future operating results. We are self-insured for product liability claims and expenses. The ultimate cost to us with respect to product liability claims could be materially different than the amount of the current estimates and accruals and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

In June 2012 we voluntarily recalled our Rejuvenate and ABG II Modular-Neck hip stems and terminated global distribution of these hip products. Product liability lawsuits relating to this voluntary recall have been filed against us. On November 3, 2014 we announced that we had entered into a settlement agreement to compensate eligible United States patients who had revision surgery to replace their Rejuvenate and/or ABG II Modular-Neck hip stem prior to that date and in December 2016 the settlement program was extended to patients who had revision surgery prior to December 19, 2016. We continue to offer support for recall-related care and reimburse patients who are not eligible to enroll in the settlement program for testing and treatment services, including any necessary revision surgeries. In addition, some lawsuits will remain and we will continue to defend against them. Based on the information that has been received, the actuarially determined range of probable loss to resolve this matter globally is currently estimated to be approximately $2,072 to $2,307 ($2,304 to $2,539 before $232 of third-party insurance recoveries). We recorded additional charges to earnings of $104 in 2017, representing the excess of the minimum of the range over the previously recorded reserves. The final outcome of this matter is dependent on many factors that are difficult to predict including the number of enrollees in the settlement program and the total awards to them, the number and costs of patients not eligible for the settlement program who seek testing and treatment services and require revision surgery and the number and actual costs to resolve the remaining lawsuits. Accordingly, the ultimate cost to resolve this entire matter globally may be materially different than the amount of the current estimate and accruals and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

In 2010 we filed a lawsuit in federal court against Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (Zimmer), alleging that a Zimmer product infringed on three of our patents. In 2013 following a jury trial favorable to us, the trial judge entered a final judgment that, among other things, awarded us damages of $76 and ordered Zimmer to pay us enhanced damages. Zimmer appealed this ruling. In December 2014 the Federal Circuit affirmed the damages awarded to us, reversed the order for enhanced damages and remanded the issue of attorney fees to the trial court. In May 2015 the trial court entered a stipulated judgment that, among other things, required Zimmer to pay us the base amount of damages and interest, while the issues of enhanced damages and attorney fees continue to be pursued. In June 2015 we recorded a $54 gain, net of legal costs, which was recorded within selling, general and administrative expenses. On June 13, 2016 the United States Supreme Court vacated the decision of the Federal Circuit that reversed our judgment for enhanced damages and remanded the case to the Federal Circuit to reconsider the issue. On September 12, 2016 the Federal Circuit issued an opinion that, among other things, remanded the issue of enhanced damages to the trial court. On July 12, 2017 the trial court reaffirmed its award of enhanced damages and entered a judgment of $164 in our favor. On July 24, 2017 Zimmer filed a notice of appeal of this decision.

Future Obligations

We have purchase commitments for materials, supplies, services and property, plant and equipment as part of the normal course of business. In addition, we lease various manufacturing, warehousing and distribution facilities, administrative and sales offices as well as equipment under operating leases. Rent expense totaled $125, $112, and $101 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Refer to Note 9 for more information on the debt obligations.

Future Obligations
	2018		2019		2020		2021		2022		Thereafter
Debt repayments	$	600	$	1,250	$	500	$	750	$	—	$	4,150
Purchase obligations	$	1,046	$	95	$	2	$	1	$	—	$	—
Minimum lease payments	$	106	$	63	$	45	$	31	$	21	$	60

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Goodwill and Other Intangibles

GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

We completed our annual impairment tests of goodwill in 2017 and 2016 and concluded in each year that no impairments exist.

Summary of Other Intangible Assets
	Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	Gross Carrying Amount		Less Accumulated Amortization		Net Carrying Amount
Developed technologies
2017	12	$	2,416	$	917	$	1,499
2016	14	2,091		706		1,385
Customer relationships
2017	15	$	2,088	$	561	$	1,527
2016	15	2,049		407		1,642
Patents
2017	10	$	340	$	227	$	113
2016	11	317		206		111
Trademarks
2017	18	$	352	$	84	$	268
2016	18	348		59		289
In-process research and development
2017	N/A	$	25	—		$	25
2016	N/A	30		—		30
Other
2017	9	$	93	$	48	$	45
2016	12	115		64		51
Total
2017	14	$	5,314	$	1,837	$	3,477
2016	15	$	4,950	$	1,442	$	3,508

Changes in the Net Carrying Value of Goodwill by Segment
	Orthopaedics			MedSurg			Neurotechnology and Spine			Total
2015	$	2,344		$	782		$	1,010		$	4,136
Additions and adjustments	72			2,196			62			2,330
Foreign exchange	(44		)	(44		)	(22		)	(110		)
2016	$	2,372		$	2,934		$	1,050		$	6,356
Additions and adjustments	2			553			109			664
Foreign exchange	52			22			74			148
2017	$	2,426		$	3,509		$	1,233		$	7,168

Estimated Amortization Expense
2018		2019		2020		2021		2022
$	368	$	355	$	330	$	318	$	311

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Capital Stock

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Capital Stock [Abstract]

Capital Stock

CAPITAL STOCK

The aggregate number of shares of all classes of stock with which we are authorized to issue is up to 1,000,500,000, divided into two classes consisting of 500,000 shares of $1 par value preferred stock and 1,000,000,000 shares of common stock with a par value of $0.10. No shares of preferred stock were outstanding on December 31, 2017.

In 2017 we repurchased 1.9 million shares at a cost of $230. The manner, timing and amount of repurchases are determined by management based on an evaluation of market conditions, stock price and other factors and are subject to regulatory considerations. Purchases are made from time-to-time in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or otherwise. On December 31, 2017 the total dollar value of shares that could be purchased under our authorized repurchase program was $1,640.

Shares reserved for future compensation grants of our common stock were 37 million and 11 million on December 31, 2017 and 2016.

Stock Options

We measure the cost of employee stock options based on the grant-date fair value and recognize that cost using the straight-line method over the period in which a recipient is required to provide services in exchange for the options, typically the vesting period. The weighted-average fair value per share of options is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model.

Option Value and Assumptions
	2017			2016			2015
Weighted-average fair value per share	$	22.43		$	17.73		$	22.55
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	2.0		%	1.3		%	1.8		%
Expected dividend yield	1.5		%	1.6		%	1.6		%
Expected stock price volatility	19.4		%	20.5		%	25.5		%
Expected option life (years)	6.0			6.1			7.3

The risk-free interest rate for periods within the expected life of options granted is based on the United States Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant. Expected stock price volatility is based on the historical volatility of our stock. The expected option life, representing the period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding, is based on historical option exercise and employee termination data.

2017 Stock Option Activity
	Shares (in millions)		Weighted Average Exercise Price		Weighted-Average Remaining Term (in years)	Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Outstanding January 1	14.9		$	73.14
Granted	2.9		122.66
Exercised	(2.5	)	62.66
Canceled	(0.6	)	97.87
Outstanding December 31	14.7		$	83.71	5.4	$	956.5
Exercisable December 31	7.5		$	65.47	4.2	$	666.8
Options expected to vest	6.6		$	101.83	7.9	$	347.9

The aggregate intrinsic value of options, which represents the cumulative difference between the fair market value of the underlying common stock and the option exercise prices, exercised was $184, $128, and $98 in 2017, 2016 and 2015. Exercise prices for options outstanding ranged from $38.71 to $154.87 on December 31, 2017. On December 31, 2017 there was $90 of unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested stock options granted under the long-term incentive plans; that cost is expected to be recognized over the weighted-average period of approximately 1.6 years.

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Performance Stock Units (PSUs) Activity
	Shares (in millions)				Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
	RSUs		PSUs		RSUs		PSUs
Nonvested on January 1	1.1		0.3		$	90.10	$	91.19
Granted	0.5		0.1		117.44		122.41
Vested	(0.5	)	(0.1	)	87.08		81.14
Canceled or forfeited	(0.1	)	—		102.01		92.18
Nonvested on December 31	1.0		0.3		$	104.85	$	104.51

On December 31, 2017 there was $56 of unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested RSUs. That cost is expected to be recognized as expense over the weighted-average period of approximately one year. The weighted-average grant date fair value per share of RSUs granted was $117.44 and $94.70 in 2017 and 2016. The fair value of RSUs and PSUs vested in 2017 was $44 and $7. On December 31, 2017 there was $13 of unrecognized compensation cost related to nonvested PSUs; the cost is expected to be recognized as expense over the weighted-average period of approximately one year.

Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP)

Full- and part-time employees may participate in our ESPP provided they meet certain eligibility requirements. The purchase price for our common stock under the terms of the ESPP is defined as 95% of the closing stock price on the last trading day of a purchase period. We issued 163,415 and 159,329 shares under the ESPP in 2017 and 2016.

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Debt and Credit Facilities

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Long-term Debt, Unclassified [Abstract]

Debt And Credit Facilities

DEBT AND CREDIT FACILITIES

In January 2017 we issued $500 of senior unsecured notes with a fixed interest rate of 1.800% due on January 15, 2019. Our commercial paper program allows us to have a maximum of $1,500 in commercial paper outstanding with maturities up to 397 days from the date of issuance. On December 31, 2017 there were no amounts outstanding under our commercial paper program.

We have lines of credit issued by various financial institutions that are available to fund our day-to-day operating needs. Certain of our credit facilities require us to comply with financial and other covenants. We were in compliance with all covenants on December 31, 2017.

Summary of Total Debt
			2017		2016
Senior unsecured notes:
	Rate	Due
	1.300%	April 1, 2018	$	600	$	598
	1.800%	January 15, 2019	499		—
	2.000%	March 8, 2019	748		746
	4.375%	January 15, 2020	498		497
	2.625%	March 15, 2021	746		745
	3.375%	May 15, 2024	598		602
	3.375%	November 1, 2025	745		744
	3.500%	March 15, 2026	988		987
	4.100%	April 1, 2043	391		391
	4.375%	May 15, 2044	394		395
	4.625%	March 15, 2046	980		979
Commercial paper			—		200
Other			35		30
Total debt			$	7,222	$	6,914
Less current maturities			632		228
Total long-term debt			$	6,590	$	6,686
Unamortized debt issuance costs			$	39	$	45
Borrowing capacity on existing facilities			$	1,547	$	1,551
Fair value of senior unsecured notes			$	7,521	$	6,762

The fair value of the senior unsecured notes was estimated using quoted interest rates, maturities and amounts of borrowings based on quoted active market prices and yields that took into account the underlying terms of the debt instruments. Substantially all of our debt is classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy.

Interest expense, including required fees incurred on outstanding debt and credit facilities that were included in other expense, totaled $247, $228, and $108 in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

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Income Taxes

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Income Taxes

INCOME TAXES

Our effective tax rate was 50.6%, 14.3% and 17.1% for 2017, 2016 and 2015. The effective income tax rate for 2017 reflects the impact of complying with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, signed into law in December 2017, partially offset by the benefits from the adoption of ASU 2016-09 Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting on January 1, 2017 and continued lower effective income tax rates as a result of the European headquarters. The establishment of the European regional headquarters contributed to the lower effective income tax rates in 2016 and 2015.

Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation
	2017		2016		2015
United States federal statutory rate	35.0	%	35.0	%	35.0	%
United States state and local income taxes, less federal deduction	1.2		1.7		2.1
Foreign income tax at rates other than 35%	(21.0	)	(22.2	)	(17.6	)
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 transition tax	38.0		—		—
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 deferred tax changes	2.3		—		—
Tax related to repatriation of foreign earnings	—		(0.3	)	(3.9	)
Other	(4.9	)	0.1		1.5
Effective income tax rate	50.6	%	14.3	%	17.1	%

In December 2017 the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the Act) was signed into law in the United States. The law includes significant changes to the United States corporate income tax system, including a federal corporate rate reduction, limitations on the deductibility of certain expenses, and the transition of United States international taxation from a worldwide tax system to a territorial tax system. As part of the transition to a territorial tax system, the Act requires taxpayers to calculate a one-time transition tax based on undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries. We recorded the transition tax in our current year results which significantly impacted our effective tax rate. Additionally, we recorded additional tax expense to adjust certain deferred tax accounts to the new corporate tax rate.

These amounts are our best estimate based on the current information and guidance available at this time and represent provisional estimates of the transition tax related charge and change in deferred tax accounts charge associated with the Actand will be finalized in 2018.

Earnings Before Income Taxes
	2017		2016		2015
United States	$	499	$	542	$	475
International	1,564		1,379		1,260
Total	$	2,063	$	1,921	$	1,735

Components of Income Tax Expense
Current income tax expense:	2017			2016			2015
United States federal	$	836		$	94		$	78
United States state and local	38			50			23
International	133			176			108
Total current income tax expense	$	1,007		$	320		$	209
Deferred income tax expense (benefit):
United States federal	$	84		$	(17	)	$	2
United States state and local	(9		)	(12		)	8
International	(39		)	(17		)	77
Total deferred income tax expense (benefit)	$	36		$	(46	)	$	87
Total income tax expense	$	1,043		$	274		$	296

Interest and penalties included in other income (expense), net were expense of ($28), ($1) and ($4) in 2017, 2016 and 2015. The United States federal deferred income tax expense (benefit) includes the utilization of net operating loss carryforwards of $32, $28 and $79 in 2017, 2016 and 2015.

Deferred Income Tax Assets and Liabilities
Deferred income tax assets:	2017			2016
Inventories	$	480		$	583
Product-related liabilities	34			115
Other accrued expenses	204			248
State income taxes	46			52
Share-based compensation	46			80
Net operating loss carryforwards	52			74
Other	105			117
Total deferred income tax assets	$	967		$	1,269
Less valuation allowances	(49		)	(51		)
Net deferred income tax assets	$	918		$	1,218
Deferred income tax liabilities:
Depreciation and amortization	$	(598	)	$	(871	)
Undistributed earnings	(81		)	(50		)
Other	(3		)	(50		)
Total deferred income tax liabilities	$	(682	)	$	(971	)
Net deferred income tax assets	$	236		$	247
Reported as:
Noncurrent assets—Other	$	283		$	302
Noncurrent liabilities—Other liabilities	(47		)	(55		)
Total	$	236		$	247

Accrued interest and penalties were $60 and $34 on December 31, 2017 and 2016, which were reported in current and non-current accrued expenses and other liabilities.

Net operating loss carryforwards totaling $219 on December 31, 2017 are available to reduce future taxable earnings of certain domestic and foreign subsidiaries. United States loss carryforwards of $106 expire through 2028. International loss carryforwards of $113 began to expire in 2017; however, some have no expiration. Of these carryforwards, $36 are subject to a full valuation allowance. We also have a tax credit carryforward of $43 with $40 being subject to a full valuation allowance. The credits with a full valuation allowance have no expiration; however, we do not anticipate generating income tax in excess of the credits in the foreseeable future.

We recorded a transition tax on undistributed foreign earnings as required by the Act. No other provision was made for income taxes that may result from future remittances of the undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries that are determined to be indefinitely reinvested, which were $8,484 on December 31, 2017. Determination of the total amount of unrecognized deferred income tax on undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries is not practicable.

Uncertain Income Tax Positions
	2017			2016
Beginning uncertain tax positions	$	287		$	313
Increases related to current year income tax positions	123			47
Increases related to prior year income tax positions	131			22
Decreases related to prior year income tax positions:
Settlements and resolutions of income tax audits	(9		)	(82		)
Statute of limitations expirations	(4		)	(9		)
Foreign currency translation	12			(4		)
Ending uncertain tax positions	$	540		$	287
Reported as:
Noncurrent liabilities—Income taxes	540			287
Total	$	540		$	287

Our income tax expense would have been reduced by $232 and $209 on December 31, 2017 and 2016 had these uncertain income tax positions been favorably resolved. It is reasonably possible that the amount of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change due to one or more of the following events in the next twelve months: expiring statutes, audit activity, tax payments, competent authority proceedings related to transfer pricing or final decisions in matters that are the subject of controversy in various taxing jurisdictions in which we operate, including inventory transfer pricing, cost sharing, product royalty and foreign branch arrangements. We are not able to reasonably estimate the amount or the future periods in which changes in unrecognized tax benefits may be resolved. Interest and penalties incurred associated with uncertain tax positions are included in other income (expense), net.

In the normal course of business, income tax authorities in various income tax jurisdictions both within the United States and internationally conduct routine audits of our income tax returns filed in prior years.  These audits are generally designed to determine if individual income tax authorities are in agreement with our interpretations of complex income tax regulations regarding the allocation of income to the various income tax jurisdictions. Income tax years are open from 2012 through the current year for the United States federal jurisdiction. Income tax years open for our other major jurisdictions range from 2005 through the current year.

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Retirement Plans

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Retirement Benefits [Abstract]

Retirement Plans

RETIREMENT PLANS

Defined Contribution Plans

We provide certain employees with defined contribution plans and other types of retirement plans. A portion of our retirement plan expense under the defined contribution plans is funded with Stryker common stock. The use of Stryker common stock represents a non-cash operating activity that is not reflected in our Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

	2017			2016			2015
Plan expense	$	181		$	166		$	148
Expense funded with Stryker common stock	25			22			20
Stryker common stock held by plan:
Dollar amount	353			272			203
Shares (in millions)	2.3			2.3			2.2
Value as a percentage of total plan assets	11		%	11		%	11		%

Defined Benefit Plans

Certain of our subsidiaries have both funded and unfunded defined benefit pension plans covering some or all of their employees. Substantially all of the defined benefit pension plans have projected benefit obligations in excess of plan assets.

Discount Rate

The discount rates were selected using a hypothetical portfolio of high quality bonds on December 31 that would provide the necessary cash flows to match our projected benefit payments. Effective January 1, 2017, in countries where it was possible, we elected to change the method to calculate the service cost and interest cost components of net periodic benefit costs for our defined benefit plans and will measure these costs by applying the specific spot rates along the yield curve of the projected cash flows for the respective plans. Our defined benefit plans previously utilized the yield curve approach to establish discount rates and we believe the new approach provides a more precise measurement of service and interest costs by improving the correlation between projected cash flows and the corresponding spot yield curve rates. The change does not affect the measurement of our total benefit obligations for those plans and is accounted for as a change in accounting estimate inseparable from a change in accounting principle, which is applied prospectively. The reductions in service and interest costs for 2017 associated with this change in estimate are nominal.

Expected Return on Plan Assets

The expected return on plan assets is determined by applying the target allocation in each asset category of plan investments to the anticipated return for each asset category based on historical and projected returns.

Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost
Net periodic benefit cost:	2017			2016			2015
Service cost	$	(42	)	$	(33	)	$	(36	)
Interest cost	(10		)	(11		)	(10		)
Expected return on plan assets	11			10			11
Amortization of prior service credit	1			1			1
Recognized actuarial loss	(9		)	(9		)	(13		)
Net periodic benefit cost	$	(49	)	$	(42	)	$	(47	)
Changes in assets and benefit obligations recognized in OCI:
Net actuarial gain (loss)	$	(25	)	$	(26	)	$	26
Recognized net actuarial loss	9			9			13
Prior service (credit) cost and transition amount	(1		)	(1		)	(1		)
Total recognized in other comprehensive income (loss)	$	(17	)	$	(18	)	$	38
Total recognized in net periodic benefit cost and OCI	$	(66	)	$	(60	)	$	(9	)
Weighted-average rates used to determine net periodic benefit cost:
Discount rate	1.8		%	2.1		%	2.0		%
Expected return on plan assets	3.3		%	3.6		%	4.0		%
Rate of compensation increase	2.8		%	2.3		%	2.9		%
Weighted-average discount rate used to determine projected benefit obligations	1.8		%	1.8		%	2.1		%

Investment Strategy

The investment strategy for our defined benefit pension plans is to meet the liabilities of the plans as they fall due and to maximize the return on invested assets within appropriate risk tolerances.

	2017			2016
Fair value of plan assets	$	370		$	308
Benefit obligations	(708		)	(588		)
Funded status	$	(338	)	$	(280	)
Reported as:
Current liabilities—accrued compensation	$	(2	)	$	(1	)
Noncurrent liabilities—other liabilities	(336		)	(279		)
Pre-tax amounts recognized in AOCI:
Unrecognized net actuarial loss	(189		)	(171		)
Unrecognized prior service credit	12			11
Total	$	(177	)	$	(160	)

The estimated net actuarial loss for the defined benefit pension plans to be reclassified from AOCI into net periodic benefit cost is $9 in 2018.The total estimated amortization of prior service credit and transition asset for the defined benefit pension plans to be reclassified from AOCI into net periodic benefit credit is $1 in 2018.

Change in Benefit Obligations
	2017			2016
Beginning projected benefit obligations	$	588		$	529
Service cost	42			33
Interest cost	10			11
Foreign exchange impact	60			(18		)
Employee contributions	6			6
Actuarial losses	19			40
Acquisition	—			7
Benefits paid	(17		)	(20		)
Ending projected benefit obligations	$	708		$	588
Ending accumulated benefit obligations	$	675		$	560

Change in Plan Assets
	2017			2016
Beginning fair value of plan assets	$	308		$	289
Actual return	21			20
Employer contributions	23			18
Employee contributions	6			6
Foreign exchange impact	26			(9		)
Acquisition	—			2
Benefits paid	(14		)	(18		)
Ending fair value of plan assets	$	370		$	308

Allocation of Plan Assets
	2017 Target		2017 Actual		2016 Actual
Equity securities	26	%	28	%	28	%
Debt securities	45		45		50
Other	29		27		22
Total	100	%	100	%	100	%

Valuation of Plan Assets
2017	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash and cash equivalents	$	4	$	—	$	—	$	4
Equity securities	104		17		—		121
Corporate debt securities	33		1		—		34
Other	148		14		49		211
Total	$	289	$	32	$	49	$	370
2016
Cash and cash equivalents	$	7	$	—	$	—	$	7
Equity securities	83		17		—		100
Corporate debt securities	127		—		—		127
Other	23		13		38		74
Total	$	240	$	30	$	38	$	308

Our Level 3 pension plan assets consist primarily of guaranteed investment contracts with insurance companies. The insurance contracts guarantee us principal repayment and a fixed rate of return. The $11 increase in Level 3 pension plan assets is primarily related to actual returns and acquired assets. We expect to contribute $24 to our defined benefit pension plans in 2018.

Estimated Future Benefit Payments
2018		2019		2020		2021		2022		2023-2027
$	18	$	17	$	17	$	17	$	17	$	101

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Summary of Quarterly Data (Unaudited)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Quarterly Financial Data [Abstract]

Summary of Quarterly Data (Unaudited)

SUMMARY OF QUARTERLY DATA (UNAUDITED)

2017 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Net sales	$	2,955	$	3,012	$	3,006	$	3,471
Gross profit	1,962		1,990		1,982		2,239
Earnings before income taxes	499		444		471		649
Net earnings	444		391		434		(249		)
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic	$	1.19	$	1.04	$	1.16	$	(0.66	)
Diluted	$	1.17	$	1.03	$	1.14	$	(0.66	)
Market price of common stock:
High	$	133.59	$	145.62	$	148.84	$	160.62
Low	$	116.50	$	129.82	$	137.70	$	141.68
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.47
2016 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Net sales	$	2,495	$	2,840	$	2,833	$	3,157
Gross profit	1,694		1,842		1,873		2,086
Earnings before income taxes	481		433		419		588
Net earnings	402		380		355		510
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic	$	1.08	$	1.02	$	0.95	$	1.36
Diluted	$	1.07	$	1.00	$	0.94	$	1.34
Market price of common stock:
High	$	107.95	$	119.83	$	123.55	$	121.84
Low	$	86.68	$	106.26	$	109.75	$	106.48
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.38	$	0.38	$	0.38	$	0.425

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Segment and Geographic Data

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Segment and Geographic Data

SEGMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC DATA

We segregate our operations into three reportable business segments: Orthopaedics, MedSurg, and Neurotechnology and Spine.

The Corporate and Other category shown in the table below includes corporate and administration, corporate initiatives and share-based compensation, which includes compensation related to employee stock options, restricted stock units and performance stock unit grants and director stock options and restricted stock unit grants.

Segment Results
	2017			2016			2015
Orthopaedics	$	4,713		$	4,422		$	4,223
MedSurg	5,557			4,894			3,895
Neurotechnology & Spine	2,174			2,009			1,828
Net sales	$	12,444		$	11,325		$	9,946
Orthopaedics	$	337		$	317		$	290
MedSurg	315			249			117
Neurotechnology & Spine	142			140			132
Segment depreciation and amortization	$	794		$	706		$	539
Corporate and Other	65			46			51
Total depreciation and amortization	$	859		$	752		$	590
Orthopaedics	$	1,669		$	1,597		$	1,487
MedSurg	1,225			1,085			822
Neurotechnology & Spine	639			557			474
Segment operating income	$	3,533		$	3,239		$	2,783
Items not allocated to segments:
Corporate and Other	$	(402	)	$	(352	)	$	(302	)
Acquisition & integration-related charges	(64		)	(131		)	(35		)
Amortization of intangible assets	(371		)	(319		)	(210		)
Restructuring related-charges	(194		)	(125		)	(132		)
Rejuvenate and related-charges	(173		)	(158		)	(296		)
Regulatory and legal matters	(39		)	12			53
Consolidated operating income	$	2,290		$	2,166		$	1,861

Segment Assets and Capital Spending
Assets:	2017		2016		2015
Orthopaedics	$	7,486	$	7,048	$	6,149
MedSurg	9,759		8,553		5,341
Neurotechnology & Spine	4,105		4,129		3,904
Total segment assets	$	21,350	$	19,730	$	15,394
Corporate and Other	847		705		829
Total assets	$	22,197	$	20,435	$	16,223
Capital spending:
Orthopaedics	$	138	$	153	$	95
MedSurg	194		129		89
Neurotechnology & Spine	50		25		28
Total segment capital spending	$	382	$	307	$	212
Corporate and Other	216		183		58
Total capital spending	$	598	$	490	$	270

We measure the financial results of our reportable segments using an internal performance measure that excludes acquisition and integration-related charges, restructuring-related charges, reserves for certain product recall matters, reserves for certain legal and regulatory matters and a donation to an educational institution. Identifiable assets are those assets used exclusively in the operations of each business segment or allocated when used jointly. Corporate assets are principally cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities and property, plant and equipment.

The countries in which we have local revenue generating operations have been combined into the following geographic areas: the United States (including Puerto Rico); Europe, Middle East, Africa; Asia Pacific; and other foreign countries, which include Canada and countries in the Latin American region. Net sales are reported based off the geographic area of the Stryker location where the sales to the customer originated.

Geographic Information
	Net Sales						Net Property, Plant and Equipment
	2017		2016		2015		2017		2016
United States	$	9,059	$	8,230	$	7,116	$	1,102	$	941
Europe, Middle East, Africa	1,567		1,437		1,267		718		493
Asia Pacific	1,413		1,325		1,251		107		105
Other countries	405		333		312		48		30
Total	$	12,444	$	11,325	$	9,946	$	1,975	$	1,569

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Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]

Nature of Operations

Stryker Corporation (the "Company," "we," "us," or "our") is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that improve patient and hospital outcomes. Our products

Basis of Presentation and Consideration

The Consolidated Financial Statements include the Company and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions are eliminated in consolidation. We have no material interests in variable interest entities and none that require consolidation. Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the presentation of our Consolidated Financial Statements in 2017.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of net sales and expenses in the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Revenue Recognition

Sales are recognized when revenue is realized or realizable and has been earned. Our policy is to recognize revenue when title to the product, ownership and risk of loss transfer to the customer, which can be on the date of shipment, the date of receipt by the customer or, for most Orthopaedics products, when we receive appropriate notification that the product has been used or implanted. A provision for estimated sales returns, discounts, rebates and other sales incentives is recorded as a reduction of net sales in the same period that the revenue is recognized. Shipping and handling costs charged to customers are included in net sales.

Cost of Sales

Cost of sales is primarily comprised of direct materials and supplies consumed in the manufacture of product, as well as manufacturing labor, depreciation expense and direct overhead expense necessary to acquire and convert the purchased materials and supplies into finished product. Cost of sales also includes the cost to distribute products to customers, inbound freight costs, warehousing costs and other shipping and handling activity.

Research, Development and Engineering Expenses

Research and development costs are charged to expense as incurred. Costs include research, development and engineering activities relating to the development of new products, improvement of existing products, technical support of products and compliance with governmental regulations for the protection of customers and patients. Costs primarily consist of salaries, wages, consulting and depreciation and maintenance of research facilities and equipment.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

Selling, general and administrative expense is primarily comprised of selling expenses, marketing expenses, administrative and other indirect overhead costs, amortization of loaner instrumentation, depreciation and amortization expense of non-manufacturing assets and other miscellaneous operating items.

Currency Translation

Financial statements of subsidiaries outside the United States generally are measured using the local currency as the functional currency. Adjustments to translate those statements into United States Dollars are recorded in other comprehensive income (OCI). Transactional exchange gains and losses are included in earnings.

Cash Equivalents

Highly liquid investments with remaining stated maturities of three months or less when purchased are considered cash equivalents and recorded at cost.

Marketable Securities

Marketable securities consist of marketable debt securities, certificates of deposit and mutual funds. Mutual funds are acquired to offset changes in certain liabilities related to deferred compensation arrangements and are expected to be used to settle these liabilities. Pursuant to our investment policy, all individual marketable security investments must have a minimum credit quality of single A (Standard & Poor’s and Fitch) and A2 (Moody’s Corporation) at the time of acquisition, while the overall portfolio of marketable securities must maintain a minimum average credit quality of double A (Standard & Poor’s and Fitch) or Aa (Moody’s Corporation). In the event of a rating downgrade below the minimum credit quality subsequent to purchase, the marketable security investment is evaluated to determine the appropriate action to take to minimize the overall risk to our marketable security investment portfolio. Our marketable securities are classified as available-for-sale and trading securities. Investments in trading securities represent participant-directed investments of deferred employee compensation.

Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable consists of trade and other miscellaneous receivables. An allowance is maintained for doubtful accounts for estimated losses in the collection of accounts receivable. Estimates are made regarding the ability of customers to make required payments based on historical credit experience and expected future trends. Accounts receivable are written off when all reasonable collection efforts are exhausted.

Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, with cost generally determined using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) cost method. For excess and obsolete inventory resulting from the potential inability to sell specific products at prices in excess of current carrying costs, reserves are maintained to reduce current carrying cost to market prices.

Financial Instruments

Our financial instruments consist of cash, cash equivalents, marketable securities, accounts receivable, other investments, accounts payable, debt and foreign currency exchange contracts. The carrying value of our financial instruments, with the exception of our senior unsecured notes, approximates fair value on December 31, 2017 and 2016. Refer to Note 2 and 9 for further details.

All marketable securities are recognized at fair value. Adjustments to the fair value of marketable securities that are classified as available-for-sale are recorded as increases or decreases, net of income taxes, within accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) in shareholders’ equity and adjustments to the fair value of marketable securities that are classified as trading are recorded in earnings. The amortized cost of marketable debt securities is adjusted for amortization of premiums and discounts to maturity computed under the effective interest method. Such amortization and interest and realized gains and losses are included in other income (expense), net. The cost of securities sold is determined by the specific identification method.

We review declines in the fair value of our investments classified as available-for-sale to determine whether the decline in fair value is an other-than-temporary impairment. The resulting losses from other-than-temporary impairments of available-for-sale marketable securities are included in earnings.

Derivatives

All derivatives are recognized at fair value and reported on a gross basis. We enter into forward currency exchange contracts to mitigate the impact of currency fluctuations on transactions denominated in nonfunctional currencies, thereby limiting our risk that would otherwise result from changes in exchange rates. The periods of the forward currency exchange contracts correspond to the periods of the exposed transactions, with realized gains and losses included in the measurement and recording of transactions denominated in the nonfunctional currencies. All forward currency exchange contracts are recorded at their fair value each period.

Forward currency exchange contracts designated as cash flow hedges are designed to hedge the variability of cash flows associated with forecasted transactions denominated in a foreign currency that will take place in the future. These nonfunctional currency exposures principally relate to forecasted intercompany purchases of manufactured products and generally have maturities up to eighteen months. Changes in value of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges are recorded in AOCI on the Consolidated Balance Sheets until earnings are affected by the variability of the underlying cash flows. At that time, the applicable amount of gain or loss from the derivative instrument that is deferred in shareholders’ equity is reclassified into earnings and is included in other income (expense), net or cost of goods sold in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings, depending on the underlying transaction that is being hedged. Cash flows associated with these hedges are included in cash from operations in the same category as the cash flows from the items being hedged.

Derivative forward contracts are used to offset our exposure to the change in value of specific foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities, primarily intercompany payables and receivables. These derivatives are not designated as hedges and, therefore, changes in the value of these forward contracts are recognized in earnings, thereby offsetting the current earnings effect of the related changes in value of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities. The estimated fair value of our forward currency exchange contracts represents the measurement of the contracts at month-end spot rates as adjusted by current forward points.

We designated certain long-term intercompany loans payable and forward exchange contracts as net investment hedges of our investments in certain international subsidiaries that use the Euro as their functional currency. For derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as a net investment hedge, the effective portion of the derivative's gain or loss is recognized in OCI and reported as a component of AOCI. We use the forward method to measure ineffectiveness. Under this method the change in the carrying value of the Euro-denominated amounts due to remeasurement of the effective portion is reported as a component of AOCI. The remaining change in the carrying value of the ineffective portion, if any, is recognized in other income (expense), net. The gain or loss related to settled net investment hedges will be subsequently reclassified into net earnings when the hedged net investment is either sold or substantially liquidated.

Forward starting interest rate derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges are used to manage the exposure to interest rate volatility with regard to future issuance and refinancing of debt. The effective portion of the gain or loss on a forward starting interest rate derivative instrument that is designated and qualifies as a cash flow hedge is reported as a component of AOCI. Beginning in the period in which the debt refinancing occurs and the related derivative instruments is terminated, the effective portion of the gains or losses is then reclassified into interest expense over the term of the related debt.

Interest rate derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges are being used to manage the exposure to interest rate movements and to reduce borrowing costs by converting fixed-rate debt into floating-rate debt. Under these agreements, we agree to exchange, at specified intervals, the difference between fixed and floating interest amounts calculated by reference to an agreed-upon notional principal amount.

Property, Plant and Equipment

Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost. Depreciation is generally computed by the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of three to 30 years for buildings and improvements and three to 10 years for machinery and equipment.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

Goodwill represents the excess of purchase price over fair value of tangible net assets of acquired businesses at the acquisition date, after amounts allocated to other identifiable intangible assets. Factors that contribute to the recognition of goodwill include synergies that are specific to our business and not available to other market participants and are expected to increase net sales and profits; acquisition of a talented workforce; cost savings opportunities; the strategic benefit of expanding our presence in core and adjacent markets; and diversifying our product portfolio.

The fair values of other identifiable intangible assets are primarily determined using the income approach. Other intangible assets include, but are not limited to, developed technology, customer and distributor relationships (which reflect expected continued customer or distributor patronage) and trademarks and patents. Intangible assets with determinable useful lives are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives of four to 40 years. Certain acquired trade names are considered to have indefinite lives and are not amortized, but are assessed annually for potential impairment as described below.

In some of our acquisitions, we acquire in-process research and development (IPRD), which is an indefinite-lived intangible asset. IPRD where research has been completed becomes a determinable-lived intangible asset and IPRD determined to have no future use becomes impaired.

Goodwill, Intangibles and Long-Lived Asset Impairment Tests

We perform our annual impairment test for goodwill in the fourth quarter of each year. We consider qualitative indicators of the fair value of a reporting unit when it is unlikely that a reporting unit has impaired goodwill. In certain circumstances, we may also utilize a discounted cash flow analysis that requires certain assumptions and estimates be made regarding market conditions and our future profitability. Indefinite-lived intangible assets are also tested at least annually for impairment by comparing the individual carrying values to the fair value.

We review long-lived assets for indicators of impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. The evaluation is performed at the lowest level of identifiable cash flows. Undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the related assets are estimated over the asset's useful life based on updated projections. If the evaluation indicates that the carrying amount of the asset may not be recoverable, any potential impairment is measured based upon the fair value of the related asset or asset group as determined by an appropriate market appraisal or other valuation technique. Assets classified as held for sale are recorded at the lower of carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell.

Share-Based Compensation

We use share based compensation in the form of stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs) and performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs). Stock options are granted under long-term incentive plans to certain key employees and non-employee directors at an exercise price not less than the fair market value of the underlying common stock, which is the quoted closing price of our common stock on the day prior to the date of grant. The options are granted for periods of up to 10 years and become exercisable in varying installments.

We grant RSUs to key employees and non-employee directors and PSUs to certain key employees under our long-term incentive plans. The fair value of RSUs is determined based on the number of shares granted and the quoted closing price of our common stock on the date of grant, adjusted for the fact that RSUs do not include anticipated dividends. RSUs generally vest in one-third increments over a three-year period and are settled in stock. PSUs are earned over a three-year performance cycle and vest in March of the year following the end of that performance cycle. The number of PSUs that will ultimately be earned is based on our performance relative to pre-established goals in that three-year performance cycle. The fair value of PSUs is determined based on the quoted closing price of our common stock on the day of grant.

Compensation expense is recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Earnings based on the estimated fair value of the awards on the grant date. Compensation expense recognized reflects an estimate of the number of awards expected to vest after taking into consideration an estimate of award forfeitures based on actual experience and is recognized on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period, which is generally the period required to obtain full vesting. Management expectations related to the achievement of performance goals associated with PSU grants is assessed regularly and that assessment is used to determine whether PSU grants are expected to vest. If performance-based milestones related to PSU grants are not met or not expected to be met, any compensation expense recognized associated with such grants will be reversed.

Income Taxes

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined based on differences between financial reporting and income tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured using the enacted income tax rates in effect for the years in which the differences are expected to reverse. Deferred income tax benefits generally represent the change in net deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the year. Other amounts result from adjustments related to acquisitions and foreign currency as appropriate.

We operate in multiple income tax jurisdictions both within the United States and internationally. Accordingly, management must determine the appropriate allocation of income to each of these jurisdictions based on current interpretations of complex income tax regulations. Income tax authorities in these jurisdictions regularly perform audits of our income tax filings. Income tax audits associated with the allocation of this income and other complex issues, including inventory transfer pricing and cost sharing, product royalty and foreign branch arrangements, may require an extended period of time to resolve and may result in significant income tax adjustments if changes to the income allocation are required between jurisdictions with different income tax rates.

New Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted and Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted

New Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted

In August 2017 the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging - Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities, which amends and simplifies hedge accounting guidance, as well as improves presentation and disclosure to align the economic effects of risk management strategies in the financial statements. The update is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018 including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted. We have performed a preliminary assessment of the impact from this update and do not expect the adoption of this standard to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements. We are currently evaluating our timing of adopting this standard.

In May 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-09, Compensation - Stock Compensation, which revises the guidance related to changes in terms or conditions of a share-based payment award. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 and do not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In March 2017 the FASB issued ASU 2017-07, Compensation - Retirement Benefits, which revises the recognition and presentation of the elements of net pension benefit costs. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 and do not expect the adoption to have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

In February 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases. This update requires an entity to recognize assets and liabilities on the balance sheet for leases with terms greater than 12 months. We are in the process of evaluating the impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements and anticipate most of our current operating leases, as well as some service contracts, will result in the recognition of right to use assets and corresponding lease liabilities in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. We also anticipate changes in classification between financial statement line items in our Consolidated Statements of Earnings and Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, but do not anticipate adoption of the update will have a material impact on net earnings and cash flows. We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2019.

In October 2016 the FASB issued ASU 2016-16, Income Taxes, Intra-Entity Transfers of Assets Other Than Inventory, which requires companies to account for the income tax effect of intercompany sales and transfers of assets other than inventory when the transfer occurs. Under current guidance, we defer the income tax effects of intercompany transfers of assets until the asset has been sold to an outside party or otherwise recognized. We will adopt this update on January 1, 2018. We have finalized our assessment of the impact from this update and have recorded a cumulative-effect adjustment to decrease retained earnings in the amount of approximately $696 as of January 1, 2018.

In May 2014 the FASB issued ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. This update outlines a single, comprehensive model for accounting for revenue from contracts with customers. The guidance permits two methods of adoption: retrospectively to each prior reporting period presented (full retrospective method) or retrospectively with the cumulative effect of initially applying the guidance recognized at the date of initial application (modified retrospective method). We plan to adopt this update on January 1, 2018 using the modified retrospective approach by recognizing the cumulative effect of initially applying the standard as an adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings for 2018. We have finalized our assessment of the impact from this update and have recorded a cumulative-effect adjustment to decrease retained earnings in the amount of $55 as of January 1, 2018. We expect the impact from adoption of this standard will be recognized in our Consolidated Statements of Earnings in 2018.

Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted

On January 1, 2017 we adopted ASU 2016-09, Compensation-Stock Compensation: Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting. The impact on our Consolidated Statements of Earnings in 2017 was a tax benefit of $57. In our prior year Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow we reclassified $36 from other financing to income taxes within operating activities to conform to current year presentation.

On January 1, 2017 we adopted ASU 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows: Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments. The adoption of this update did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

No other new accounting pronouncements were issued or became effective in the period that had, or are expected to have, a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Fair Value Measurements (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]

Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis

Assets Measured at Fair Value
	2017		2016
Cash and cash equivalents	$	2,542	$	3,316
Trading marketable securities	121		94
Level 1 - Assets	$	2,663	$	3,410
Available-for-sale marketable securities:
Corporate and asset-backed debt securities	$	125	$	25
Foreign government debt securities	2		—
United States agency debt securities	27		9
United States treasury debt securities	70		16
Certificates of deposit	27		18
Total available-for-sale marketable securities	$	251	$	68
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	15		45
Interest rate swap asset	49		57
Level 2 - Assets	$	315	$	170
Total assets measured at fair value	$	2,978	$	3,580

Liabilities Measured at Fair Value
	2017			2016
Deferred compensation arrangements	$	121		$	94
Level 1 - Liabilities	$	121		$	94
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	$	37		$	18
Level 2 - Liabilities	$	37		$	18
Contingent consideration:
Beginning	$	86		$	56
Additions	3			49
Change in estimate	2			(7		)
Settlements	(59		)	(12		)
Ending	$	32		$	86
Level 3 - Liabilities	$	32		$	86
Total liabilities measured at fair value	$	190		$	198

Available-for-sale Securities

Fair Value of Available for Sale Securities by Maturity
	2017		2016
Due in one year or less	$	107	$	36
Due after one year through three years	$	144	$	32

Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Fair Value

Securities in a Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Number of Investments	Fair Value
Corporate and Asset-Backed	118	$	108
Foreign government	1	2
United States Agency	15	20
United States Treasury	20	70
Certificate of Deposit	28	23
Total	182	$	223

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Derivative Instruments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value

2017	Designated			Non-Designated			Total
Gross notional amount	$	1,104		$	4,767		$	5,871
Maximum term in days							548
Fair value:
Other current assets	$	11		$	4		$	15
Other noncurrent assets	1			—			1
Other current liabilities	(7		)	(29		)	(36		)
Other noncurrent liabilities	(1		)	—			(1		)
Total fair value	$	4		$	(25	)	$	(21	)
2016
Gross notional amount	$	1,058		$	2,841		$	3,899
Maximum term in days							548
Fair value:
Other current assets	$	24		$	17		$	41
Other noncurrent assets	4			—			4
Other current liabilities	(9		)	(7		)	(16		)
Other noncurrent liabilities	(2		)	—			(2		)
Total fair value	$	17		$	10		$	27

Schedule of Derivatives Instruments Statements of Financial Performance and Financial Position, Location

Net Currency Exchange Rate Gains (Losses)
Recorded in:	2017			2016			2015
Cost of sales	$	(6	)	$	—		$	19
Other income (expense), net	(9		)	(19		)	(22		)
Total	$	(15	)	$	(19	)	$	(3	)

Schedule of Derivative Instruments

Fair Value Interest Rate Hedge Instruments
	2017			2016
Gross notional amount	$	500		$	500
Fair value:
Other noncurrent assets	5			9
Long-term debt	(5		)	(9		)
Total	$	—		$	—

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Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income (AOCI) (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Reclassification Adjustments Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (AOCI) [Abstract]

Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

	Marketable Securities			Pension Plans			Hedges			Financial Statement Translation			Total
2015	$	—		$	(119	)	$	4		$	(524	)	$	(639	)
OCI	3			(20		)	35			(112		)	(94		)
Income taxes	(1		)	3			(15		)	(17		)	(30		)
Reclassifications to:
Cost of Sales	—			6			—			—			6
Other income	(3		)	—			—			—			(3		)
Income taxes	1			(2		)	—			—			(1		)
Net OCI	—			(13		)	20			(129		)	(122		)
2016	$	—		$	(132	)	$	24		$	(653	)	$	(761	)
OCI	(7		)	(27		)	(4		)	163			125
Income taxes	1			19			4			47			71
Reclassifications to:
Cost of Sales	—			8			6			—			14
Other Income	2			—			—			—			2
Income taxes	—			(2		)	(2		)	—			(4		)
Net OCI	(4		)	(2		)	4			210			208
2017	$	(4	)	$	(134	)	$	28		$	(443	)	$	(553	)

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Acquisitions (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Business Combinations [Abstract]

Allocation Of The Preliminary Purchase Price To The Acquired Net Assets Of Acquisitions

Purchase Price Allocation of Acquired Net Assets
	2017			2016
	NOVADAQ			Sage			Physio
Purchase price paid	$	716		$	2,870		$	1,299
Contingent consideration	—			5			—
Total consideration	$	716		$	2,875		$	1,299
Tangible assets acquired:
Cash	42			91			32
Accounts receivable	11			29			107
Inventory	39			63			61
Other assets	9			80			103
Liabilities	(58		)	(83		)	(364		)
Intangible assets:
Customer relationship	18			930			344
Trade name	1			70			160
Developed technology and patents	133			173			226
IPRD	—			—			7
Goodwill	521			1,522			623
	$	716		$	2,875		$	1,299
Weighted average life of intangible assets	14			15			14

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Contingencies and Commitments (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Future Purchase Obligations and Minimum Lease Payments

Future Obligations
	2018		2019		2020		2021		2022		Thereafter
Debt repayments	$	600	$	1,250	$	500	$	750	$	—	$	4,150
Purchase obligations	$	1,046	$	95	$	2	$	1	$	—	$	—
Minimum lease payments	$	106	$	63	$	45	$	31	$	21	$	60

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Summary of the Company's Other Intangible Assets

Summary of Other Intangible Assets
	Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	Gross Carrying Amount		Less Accumulated Amortization		Net Carrying Amount
Developed technologies
2017	12	$	2,416	$	917	$	1,499
2016	14	2,091		706		1,385
Customer relationships
2017	15	$	2,088	$	561	$	1,527
2016	15	2,049		407		1,642
Patents
2017	10	$	340	$	227	$	113
2016	11	317		206		111
Trademarks
2017	18	$	352	$	84	$	268
2016	18	348		59		289
In-process research and development
2017	N/A	$	25	—		$	25
2016	N/A	30		—		30
Other
2017	9	$	93	$	48	$	45
2016	12	115		64		51
Total
2017	14	$	5,314	$	1,837	$	3,477
2016	15	$	4,950	$	1,442	$	3,508

Changes in the Net Carrying Amount of Goodwill by Segment

Changes in the Net Carrying Value of Goodwill by Segment
	Orthopaedics			MedSurg			Neurotechnology and Spine			Total
2015	$	2,344		$	782		$	1,010		$	4,136
Additions and adjustments	72			2,196			62			2,330
Foreign exchange	(44		)	(44		)	(22		)	(110		)
2016	$	2,372		$	2,934		$	1,050		$	6,356
Additions and adjustments	2			553			109			664
Foreign exchange	52			22			74			148
2017	$	2,426		$	3,509		$	1,233		$	7,168

Estimated Amortization Expense

Estimated Amortization Expense
2018		2019		2020		2021		2022
$	368	$	355	$	330	$	318	$	311

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Capital Stock (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Capital Stock [Abstract]

Schedule of Fair Value Assumptions

Option Value and Assumptions
	2017			2016			2015
Weighted-average fair value per share	$	22.43		$	17.73		$	22.55
Assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate	2.0		%	1.3		%	1.8		%
Expected dividend yield	1.5		%	1.6		%	1.6		%
Expected stock price volatility	19.4		%	20.5		%	25.5		%
Expected option life (years)	6.0			6.1			7.3

Summary of Stock Option Activity

2017 Stock Option Activity
	Shares (in millions)		Weighted Average Exercise Price		Weighted-Average Remaining Term (in years)	Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Outstanding January 1	14.9		$	73.14
Granted	2.9		122.66
Exercised	(2.5	)	62.66
Canceled	(0.6	)	97.87
Outstanding December 31	14.7		$	83.71	5.4	$	956.5
Exercisable December 31	7.5		$	65.47	4.2	$	666.8
Options expected to vest	6.6		$	101.83	7.9	$	347.9

Summary of RSU and PSU Activity

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Performance Stock Units (PSUs) Activity
	Shares (in millions)				Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
	RSUs		PSUs		RSUs		PSUs
Nonvested on January 1	1.1		0.3		$	90.10	$	91.19
Granted	0.5		0.1		117.44		122.41
Vested	(0.5	)	(0.1	)	87.08		81.14
Canceled or forfeited	(0.1	)	—		102.01		92.18
Nonvested on December 31	1.0		0.3		$	104.85	$	104.51

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Debt and Credit Facilities (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Long-term Debt, Unclassified [Abstract]

Maturities Of Long-Term Debt Disclosures

Summary of Total Debt
			2017		2016
Senior unsecured notes:
	Rate	Due
	1.300%	April 1, 2018	$	600	$	598
	1.800%	January 15, 2019	499		—
	2.000%	March 8, 2019	748		746
	4.375%	January 15, 2020	498		497
	2.625%	March 15, 2021	746		745
	3.375%	May 15, 2024	598		602
	3.375%	November 1, 2025	745		744
	3.500%	March 15, 2026	988		987
	4.100%	April 1, 2043	391		391
	4.375%	May 15, 2044	394		395
	4.625%	March 15, 2046	980		979
Commercial paper			—		200
Other			35		30
Total debt			$	7,222	$	6,914
Less current maturities			632		228
Total long-term debt			$	6,590	$	6,686
Unamortized debt issuance costs			$	39	$	45
Borrowing capacity on existing facilities			$	1,547	$	1,551
Fair value of senior unsecured notes			$	7,521	$	6,762

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Income Taxes (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Reconciliation of U.S. Statutory Income Tax Rate to Company's Effective Income Tax Rate from Continuing Operations

Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation
	2017		2016		2015
United States federal statutory rate	35.0	%	35.0	%	35.0	%
United States state and local income taxes, less federal deduction	1.2		1.7		2.1
Foreign income tax at rates other than 35%	(21.0	)	(22.2	)	(17.6	)
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 transition tax	38.0		—		—
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 deferred tax changes	2.3		—		—
Tax related to repatriation of foreign earnings	—		(0.3	)	(3.9	)
Other	(4.9	)	0.1		1.5
Effective income tax rate	50.6	%	14.3	%	17.1	%

Schedule of Provision for Income Taxes

Earnings Before Income Taxes
	2017		2016		2015
United States	$	499	$	542	$	475
International	1,564		1,379		1,260
Total	$	2,063	$	1,921	$	1,735

Components of Income Tax Expense
Current income tax expense:	2017			2016			2015
United States federal	$	836		$	94		$	78
United States state and local	38			50			23
International	133			176			108
Total current income tax expense	$	1,007		$	320		$	209
Deferred income tax expense (benefit):
United States federal	$	84		$	(17	)	$	2
United States state and local	(9		)	(12		)	8
International	(39		)	(17		)	77
Total deferred income tax expense (benefit)	$	36		$	(46	)	$	87
Total income tax expense	$	1,043		$	274		$	296

Schedule of Difference in Income Tax Effects Comprising Company's Deferred Income Tax Assets and Liabilities

Deferred Income Tax Assets and Liabilities
Deferred income tax assets:	2017			2016
Inventories	$	480		$	583
Product-related liabilities	34			115
Other accrued expenses	204			248
State income taxes	46			52
Share-based compensation	46			80
Net operating loss carryforwards	52			74
Other	105			117
Total deferred income tax assets	$	967		$	1,269
Less valuation allowances	(49		)	(51		)
Net deferred income tax assets	$	918		$	1,218
Deferred income tax liabilities:
Depreciation and amortization	$	(598	)	$	(871	)
Undistributed earnings	(81		)	(50		)
Other	(3		)	(50		)
Total deferred income tax liabilities	$	(682	)	$	(971	)
Net deferred income tax assets	$	236		$	247
Reported as:
Noncurrent assets—Other	$	283		$	302
Noncurrent liabilities—Other liabilities	(47		)	(55		)
Total	$	236		$	247

Schedule of Unresolved Income Tax Positions

Uncertain Income Tax Positions
	2017			2016
Beginning uncertain tax positions	$	287		$	313
Increases related to current year income tax positions	123			47
Increases related to prior year income tax positions	131			22
Decreases related to prior year income tax positions:
Settlements and resolutions of income tax audits	(9		)	(82		)
Statute of limitations expirations	(4		)	(9		)
Foreign currency translation	12			(4		)
Ending uncertain tax positions	$	540		$	287
Reported as:
Noncurrent liabilities—Income taxes	540			287
Total	$	540		$	287

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Retirement Plans (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Retirement Benefits [Abstract]

Defined Contribution Plan Disclosures

	2017			2016			2015
Plan expense	$	181		$	166		$	148
Expense funded with Stryker common stock	25			22			20
Stryker common stock held by plan:
Dollar amount	353			272			203
Shares (in millions)	2.3			2.3			2.2
Value as a percentage of total plan assets	11		%	11		%	11		%

Schedule of Costs of Retirement Plans

Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost
Net periodic benefit cost:	2017			2016			2015
Service cost	$	(42	)	$	(33	)	$	(36	)
Interest cost	(10		)	(11		)	(10		)
Expected return on plan assets	11			10			11
Amortization of prior service credit	1			1			1
Recognized actuarial loss	(9		)	(9		)	(13		)
Net periodic benefit cost	$	(49	)	$	(42	)	$	(47	)
Changes in assets and benefit obligations recognized in OCI:
Net actuarial gain (loss)	$	(25	)	$	(26	)	$	26
Recognized net actuarial loss	9			9			13
Prior service (credit) cost and transition amount	(1		)	(1		)	(1		)
Total recognized in other comprehensive income (loss)	$	(17	)	$	(18	)	$	38
Total recognized in net periodic benefit cost and OCI	$	(66	)	$	(60	)	$	(9	)
Weighted-average rates used to determine net periodic benefit cost:
Discount rate	1.8		%	2.1		%	2.0		%
Expected return on plan assets	3.3		%	3.6		%	4.0		%
Rate of compensation increase	2.8		%	2.3		%	2.9		%
Weighted-average discount rate used to determine projected benefit obligations	1.8		%	1.8		%	2.1		%

Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures

	2017			2016
Fair value of plan assets	$	370		$	308
Benefit obligations	(708		)	(588		)
Funded status	$	(338	)	$	(280	)
Reported as:
Current liabilities—accrued compensation	$	(2	)	$	(1	)
Noncurrent liabilities—other liabilities	(336		)	(279		)
Pre-tax amounts recognized in AOCI:
Unrecognized net actuarial loss	(189		)	(171		)
Unrecognized prior service credit	12			11
Total	$	(177	)	$	(160	)

Schedule of Changes in Accumulated Postemployment Benefit Obligations

Change in Benefit Obligations
	2017			2016
Beginning projected benefit obligations	$	588		$	529
Service cost	42			33
Interest cost	10			11
Foreign exchange impact	60			(18		)
Employee contributions	6			6
Actuarial losses	19			40
Acquisition	—			7
Benefits paid	(17		)	(20		)
Ending projected benefit obligations	$	708		$	588
Ending accumulated benefit obligations	$	675		$	560

Schedule of Changes in Fair Value of Plan Assets

Valuation of Plan Assets
2017	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Cash and cash equivalents	$	4	$	—	$	—	$	4
Equity securities	104		17		—		121
Corporate debt securities	33		1		—		34
Other	148		14		49		211
Total	$	289	$	32	$	49	$	370
2016
Cash and cash equivalents	$	7	$	—	$	—	$	7
Equity securities	83		17		—		100
Corporate debt securities	127		—		—		127
Other	23		13		38		74
Total	$	240	$	30	$	38	$	308

Change in Plan Assets
	2017			2016
Beginning fair value of plan assets	$	308		$	289
Actual return	21			20
Employer contributions	23			18
Employee contributions	6			6
Foreign exchange impact	26			(9		)
Acquisition	—			2
Benefits paid	(14		)	(18		)
Ending fair value of plan assets	$	370		$	308

Schedule of Allocation of Plan Assets

Allocation of Plan Assets
	2017 Target		2017 Actual		2016 Actual
Equity securities	26	%	28	%	28	%
Debt securities	45		45		50
Other	29		27		22
Total	100	%	100	%	100	%

Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments

Estimated Future Benefit Payments
2018		2019		2020		2021		2022		2023-2027
$	18	$	17	$	17	$	17	$	17	$	101

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Summary of Quarterly Data (Unaudited) (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Quarterly Financial Data [Abstract]

Summary of Quarterly Data

2017 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Net sales	$	2,955	$	3,012	$	3,006	$	3,471
Gross profit	1,962		1,990		1,982		2,239
Earnings before income taxes	499		444		471		649
Net earnings	444		391		434		(249		)
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic	$	1.19	$	1.04	$	1.16	$	(0.66	)
Diluted	$	1.17	$	1.03	$	1.14	$	(0.66	)
Market price of common stock:
High	$	133.59	$	145.62	$	148.84	$	160.62
Low	$	116.50	$	129.82	$	137.70	$	141.68
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.425	$	0.47
2016 Quarter	Mar 31		Jun 30		Sep 30		Dec 31
Net sales	$	2,495	$	2,840	$	2,833	$	3,157
Gross profit	1,694		1,842		1,873		2,086
Earnings before income taxes	481		433		419		588
Net earnings	402		380		355		510
Net earnings per share of common stock:
Basic	$	1.08	$	1.02	$	0.95	$	1.36
Diluted	$	1.07	$	1.00	$	0.94	$	1.34
Market price of common stock:
High	$	107.95	$	119.83	$	123.55	$	121.84
Low	$	86.68	$	106.26	$	109.75	$	106.48
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$	0.38	$	0.38	$	0.38	$	0.425

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Segment and Geographic Data (Tables)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated

Segment Results
	2017			2016			2015
Orthopaedics	$	4,713		$	4,422		$	4,223
MedSurg	5,557			4,894			3,895
Neurotechnology & Spine	2,174			2,009			1,828
Net sales	$	12,444		$	11,325		$	9,946
Orthopaedics	$	337		$	317		$	290
MedSurg	315			249			117
Neurotechnology & Spine	142			140			132
Segment depreciation and amortization	$	794		$	706		$	539
Corporate and Other	65			46			51
Total depreciation and amortization	$	859		$	752		$	590
Orthopaedics	$	1,669		$	1,597		$	1,487
MedSurg	1,225			1,085			822
Neurotechnology & Spine	639			557			474
Segment operating income	$	3,533		$	3,239		$	2,783
Items not allocated to segments:
Corporate and Other	$	(402	)	$	(352	)	$	(302	)
Acquisition & integration-related charges	(64		)	(131		)	(35		)
Amortization of intangible assets	(371		)	(319		)	(210		)
Restructuring related-charges	(194		)	(125		)	(132		)
Rejuvenate and related-charges	(173		)	(158		)	(296		)
Regulatory and legal matters	(39		)	12			53
Consolidated operating income	$	2,290		$	2,166		$	1,861

Sales and Other Financial Information by Business Segment

Segment Assets and Capital Spending
Assets:	2017		2016		2015
Orthopaedics	$	7,486	$	7,048	$	6,149
MedSurg	9,759		8,553		5,341
Neurotechnology & Spine	4,105		4,129		3,904
Total segment assets	$	21,350	$	19,730	$	15,394
Corporate and Other	847		705		829
Total assets	$	22,197	$	20,435	$	16,223
Capital spending:
Orthopaedics	$	138	$	153	$	95
MedSurg	194		129		89
Neurotechnology & Spine	50		25		28
Total segment capital spending	$	382	$	307	$	212
Corporate and Other	216		183		58
Total capital spending	$	598	$	490	$	270

Geographic Information on Net Sales and Long-Lived Assets

Geographic Information
	Net Sales						Net Property, Plant and Equipment
	2017		2016		2015		2017		2016
United States	$	9,059	$	8,230	$	7,116	$	1,102	$	941
Europe, Middle East, Africa	1,567		1,437		1,267		718		493
Asia Pacific	1,413		1,325		1,251		107		105
Other countries	405		333		312		48		30
Total	$	12,444	$	11,325	$	9,946	$	1,975	$	1,569

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Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Jan. 01, 2018
Share-based compensation, excess tax benefit, amount	$ 57
Income taxes	704	$ (128)	$ (238)
Other financing, net	$ (33)	(6)	$ 6
Accounting Standards Update 2016-09
Income taxes		36
Other financing, net		$ (36)
Subsequent Event | Retained Earnings | Accounting Standards Update 2016-16
Cumulative-effect adjustment on retained earnings				$ 696
Subsequent Event | Retained Earnings | Accounting Standards Update 2014-09
Cumulative-effect adjustment on retained earnings				$ 55
Employee Stock Option
Vesting period	10 years
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Performance period	3 years
Performance Stock Units (PSUs)
Vesting period	3 years
Minimum
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life	4 years
Maximum
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life	40 years
Building and Improvements | Minimum
Property, plant and equipment useful life	3 years
Building and Improvements | Maximum
Property, plant and equipment useful life	30 years
Machinery and Equipment | Minimum
Property, plant and equipment useful life	3 years
Machinery and Equipment | Maximum
Property, plant and equipment useful life	10 years

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Fair Value Measurements (Valuation Of Financial Instruments By Pricing Categories) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	$ 251	$ 68
Total assets measured at fair value	2,978	3,580
Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Change in Amount of Contingent Consideration [Abstract]
Total liabilities measured at fair value	190	198
(Level 1)
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities	2,542	3,316
Total assets measured at fair value	2,663	3,410
Liabilities:
Deferred compensation arrangements	121	94
Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Change in Amount of Contingent Consideration [Abstract]
Total liabilities measured at fair value	121	94
(Level 1) | Trading marketable securities
Assets
Trading marketable securities	121	94
(Level 2)
Assets
Total assets measured at fair value	315	170
Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Change in Amount of Contingent Consideration [Abstract]
Total liabilities measured at fair value	37	18
(Level 2) | Foreign currency exchange forward contracts
Assets
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	15	45
Interest rate swap asset	15	45
Liabilities:
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	37	18
(Level 2) | Interest rate swap asset
Assets
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts	49	57
Interest rate swap asset	49	57
(Level 2) | Available-for-sale marketable securities:
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	251	68
(Level 2) | Available-for-sale marketable securities: | Corporate and asset-backed debt securities
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	125	25
(Level 2) | Available-for-sale marketable securities: | Foreign government debt securities
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	2	0
(Level 2) | Available-for-sale marketable securities: | United States agency debt securities
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	27	9
(Level 2) | Available-for-sale marketable securities: | United States treasury debt securities
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	70	16
(Level 2) | Available-for-sale marketable securities: | Certificates of deposit
Assets
Available-for-sale marketable securities:	27	18
(Level 3)
Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Change in Amount of Contingent Consideration [Abstract]
Beginning	86	56
Additions	3	49
Change in estimate	2	(7)
Settlements	(59)	(12)
Ending	32	86
Total liabilities measured at fair value	$ 32	$ 86

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Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Measurements (Available-For-Sale Securities) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Due in one year or less	$ 107	$ 36
Due after one year through three years	$ 144	$ 32

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Fair Value Measurements (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Marketable securities, gain (loss)	$ 60	$ 29	$ 14
Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Interest Receivable	$ 1	$ 1

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Fair Value Measurements (Unrealized Losses And Fair Value Of Investments With Unrealized Losses) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Total, number of investments	182
Total, fair value	$ 223
Corporate and Asset-Backed
Total, number of investments	118
Total, fair value	$ 108
Foreign government
Total, number of investments	1
Total, fair value	$ 2
United States Agency
Total, number of investments	15
Total, fair value	$ 20
United States Treasury
Total, number of investments	20
Total, fair value	$ 70
Certificate of Deposit
Total, number of investments	28
Total, fair value	$ 23

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Derivative Instruments (Forward Currency Exchange Contracts) (Details) - Foreign currency exchange forward contracts - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 5,871	$ 3,899
Maximum term	548 days	548 days
Derivative, fair value, net	$ (21)	$ 27
Other current assets
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative asset	15	41
Other noncurrent assets
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative asset	1	4
Other current liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative liability	(36)	(16)
Other noncurrent liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative liability	(1)	(2)
Designated as Hedging Instrument
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	1,104	1,058
Derivative, fair value, net	4	17
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other current assets
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative asset	11	24
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other noncurrent assets
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative asset	1	4
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other current liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative liability	(7)	(9)
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other noncurrent liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative liability	(1)	(2)
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	4,767	2,841
Derivative, fair value, net	(25)	10
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other current assets
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative asset	4	17
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other noncurrent assets
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative asset	0	0
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other current liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative liability	(29)	(7)
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Other noncurrent liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative liability	$ 0	$ 0

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Derivative Instruments (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Ineffectiveness on Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedges is Immaterial	0
Senior Unsecured Notes 3.375% due 2024
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Proceeds from Unsecured Notes Payable	$ 600
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Notional amount	5,871	$ 3,899
Foreign currency exchange forward contracts | Other noncurrent assets
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset	1	4
Interest rate swap asset
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset	0	0
Interest rate swap asset | Other noncurrent liabilities
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Liability at Fair Value	44
Interest rate swap asset | Other noncurrent assets
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset	5	9
Interest rate swap asset | Long-term Debt
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability	5	9
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Foreign currency exchange forward contracts
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Fair value of designated net investment hedges	30
Gains on derivatives designated as hedges	7	1
Notional amount	1,104	1,058
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Foreign currency exchange forward contracts | Other noncurrent assets
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset	1	4
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Interest rate swap asset
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Notional amount	600
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Interest rate swap asset | Fair Value Hedging
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 500	$ 500

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Derivative Instruments (Movements out of OCI) (Details) - Foreign currency exchange forward contracts - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign currency transaction gains (losses)	$ (15)	$ (19)	$ (3)
Cost of sales
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign currency transaction gains (losses)	(6)	0	19
Other income (expense), net
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign currency transaction gains (losses)	$ (9)	$ (19)	$ (22)

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Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income (AOCI) (Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Beginning of Period	$ (761)	$ (639)
OCI	125	(94)
Income taxes	71	(30)
Cost of Sales	4,271	3,830	$ 3,344
Other income	(227)	(245)	(126)
Income taxes	1,043	274	296
Other comprehensive income (loss)	208	(122)	(385)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), End of Period	(553)	(761)	(639)
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Income taxes	(4)	(1)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	208	(122)
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Cost of Sales
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Cost of Sales	14	6
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Other income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Other income	2	(3)
Marketable Securities
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Beginning of Period	0	0
OCI	(7)	3
Income taxes	1	(1)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), End of Period	(4)	0	0
Marketable Securities | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Income taxes	0	1
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(4)	0
Marketable Securities | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Cost of Sales
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Cost of Sales	0	0
Marketable Securities | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Other income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Other income	2	(3)
Pension Plans
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Beginning of Period	(132)	(119)
OCI	(27)	(20)
Income taxes	19	3
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), End of Period	(134)	(132)	(119)
Pension Plans | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Income taxes	(2)	(2)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(2)	(13)
Pension Plans | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Cost of Sales
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Cost of Sales	8	6
Pension Plans | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Other income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Other income	0	0
Hedges
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Beginning of Period	24	4
OCI	(4)	35
Income taxes	4	(15)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), End of Period	28	24	4
Hedges | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Income taxes	(2)	0
Other comprehensive income (loss)	4	20
Hedges | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Cost of Sales
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Cost of Sales	6	0
Hedges | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Other income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Other income	0	0
Financial Statement Translation
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Beginning of Period	(653)	(524)
OCI	163	(112)
Income taxes	47	(17)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), End of Period	(443)	(653)	$ (524)
Financial Statement Translation | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Income taxes	0	0
Other comprehensive income (loss)	210	(129)
Financial Statement Translation | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Cost of Sales
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Cost of Sales	0	0
Financial Statement Translation | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | Other income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Roll Forward]
Other income	$ 0	$ 0

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Acquisitions (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	1 Months Ended		3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Sep. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2017	Sep. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017	Mar. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired											$ 831	$ 4,332	$ 153
Net sales			$ 3,471	$ 3,006	$ 3,012	$ 2,955	$ 3,157	$ 2,833	$ 2,840	$ 2,495	$ 12,444	11,325	$ 9,946
Entellus Medical, Inc.
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net sales												$ 75
Entellus Medical, Inc.
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	$ 662
Business acquisition, share price	$ 24.00		$ 24.00								$ 24.00
NOVADAQ Acquisition
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired		$ 716

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Acquisitions (Allocation Of The Preliminary Purchase Price To The Acquired Net Assets Of Acquisitions) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 7,168	$ 6,356	$ 4,136
Weighted average life of intangible assets	14 years	15 years
Customer relationship
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Weighted average life of intangible assets	15 years	15 years
Developed technology and patents
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Weighted average life of intangible assets	12 years	14 years
NOVADAQ [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Purchase price paid	$ 716
Contingent consideration	0
Total consideration	716
Cash	42
Accounts receivable	11
Inventory	39
Other assets	9
Liabilities	(58)
Goodwill	521
Assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net	$ 716
Weighted average life of intangible assets	14 years
NOVADAQ [Member] | Customer relationship
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets	$ 18
NOVADAQ [Member] | Trade name
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets	1
NOVADAQ [Member] | Developed technology and patents
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets	133
NOVADAQ [Member] | IPRD
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets	$ 0
Sage Products [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Purchase price paid		$ 2,870
Contingent consideration		5
Total consideration		2,875
Cash		91
Accounts receivable		29
Inventory		63
Other assets		80
Liabilities		(83)
Goodwill		1,522
Assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net		$ 2,875
Weighted average life of intangible assets		15 years
Sage Products [Member] | Customer relationship
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		$ 930
Sage Products [Member] | Trade name
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		70
Sage Products [Member] | Developed technology and patents
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		173
Sage Products [Member] | IPRD
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		0
Physio Acquisition [Domain]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Purchase price paid		1,299
Contingent consideration		0
Total consideration		1,299
Cash		32
Accounts receivable		107
Inventory		61
Other assets		103
Liabilities		(364)
Goodwill		623
Assets acquired and liabilities assumed, net		$ 1,299
Weighted average life of intangible assets		14 years
Physio Acquisition [Domain] | Customer relationship
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		$ 344
Physio Acquisition [Domain] | Trade name
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		160
Physio Acquisition [Domain] | Developed technology and patents
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		226
Physio Acquisition [Domain] | IPRD
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Business combination, acquired intangible assets		$ 7

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Contingencies and Commitments (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions		1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Jul. 12, 2017 USD ($)	Jun. 30, 2015 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2013 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2010 patent
Payments for legal settlements		$ 54
Rent expense			$ 125	$ 112	$ 101
Rejuvenate and ABG II Voluntary Recall
Litigation liability			232
Litigation liability net of insurance recoveries			104
Rejuvenate and ABG II Voluntary Recall | Minimum
Estimate of possible loss			2,304
Rejuvenate and ABG II Voluntary Recall | Minimum | Insurance Settlement
Estimate of possible loss			2,072
Rejuvenate and ABG II Voluntary Recall | Maximum
Estimate of possible loss			2,539
Rejuvenate and ABG II Voluntary Recall | Maximum | Insurance Settlement
Estimate of possible loss			$ 2,307
Zimmer Product Infringement
Number of patents allegedly infringed upon | patent							3
Gain contingency, damages awarded, value	$ 164					$ 76

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Contingencies and Commitments (Future Purchase Obligations and Minimum Lease Payments) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
2018	$ 600
2019	1,250
2020	500
2021	750
2022	0
Thereafter	4,150
Purchase obligations
2018	1,046
2019	95
2020	2
2021	1
2022	0
Thereafter	0
Minimum lease payments
2018	106
2019	63
2020	45
2021	31
2022	21
Thereafter	$ 60

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Summary of the Company's Other Intangible Assets) (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Goodwill, impairment loss	$ 0
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	14 years	15 years
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 5,314,000,000	$ 4,950,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	1,837,000,000	1,442,000,000
Net Carrying Amount	$ 3,477,000,000	$ 3,508,000,000
Developed technologies
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	12 years	14 years
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 2,416,000,000	$ 2,091,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	917,000,000	706,000,000
Net Carrying Amount	$ 1,499,000,000	$ 1,385,000,000
Customer relationships
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	15 years	15 years
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 2,088,000,000	$ 2,049,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	561,000,000	407,000,000
Net Carrying Amount	$ 1,527,000,000	$ 1,642,000,000
Patents
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	10 years	11 years
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 340,000,000	$ 317,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	227,000,000	206,000,000
Net Carrying Amount	$ 113,000,000	$ 111,000,000
Trademarks
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	18 years	18 years
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 352,000,000	$ 348,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	84,000,000	59,000,000
Net Carrying Amount	268,000,000	289,000,000
In-process research and development
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	25,000,000	30,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	0	0
Net Carrying Amount	$ 25,000,000	$ 30,000,000
Other
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)	9 years	12 years
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 93,000,000	$ 115,000,000
Less Accumulated Amortization	48,000,000	64,000,000
Net Carrying Amount	$ 45,000,000	$ 51,000,000

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Changes in Net Carrying Amount of Goodwill by Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill, Beginning balance	$ 6,356	$ 4,136
Additions and adjustments	664	2,330
Foreign exchange	148	(110)
Goodwill, Ending balance	7,168	6,356
Orthopaedics
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill, Beginning balance	2,372	2,344
Additions and adjustments	2	72
Foreign exchange	52	(44)
Goodwill, Ending balance	2,426	2,372
MedSurg
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill, Beginning balance	2,934	782
Additions and adjustments	553	2,196
Foreign exchange	22	(44)
Goodwill, Ending balance	3,509	2,934
Neuro and Spine
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill, Beginning balance	1,050	1,010
Additions and adjustments	109	62
Foreign exchange	74	(22)
Goodwill, Ending balance	$ 1,233	$ 1,050

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Estimated Amortization Expense) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
2018	$ 368
2019	355
2020	330
2021	318
2022	$ 311

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Capital Stock (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2017
Capital Stock [Line Items]
Common and Preferred Stock, shares authorized (in shares)	1,000,500,000
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized	500,000
Preferred stock, par per share	$ 1
Common stock, authorized (in shares)	1,000,000,000	1,000,000,000		1,000,000,000
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.10	$ 0.10
Shares repurchased (in shares)	1,900,000	100,000	7,400,000
Repurchase and retirement of shares of common stock	$ 230
Remaining shares authorized to be repurchased	$ 1,640
Capital shares reserved for future issuance	37,000,000	11,000,000
Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercised	$ 184	$ 128	$ 98
Options exercised during period, exercise price range, lower range limit	$ 38.71
Options exercised during period, exercise price range, upper range limit	$ 154.87
Compensation cost not yet recognized	$ 90
Compensation cost not yet recognized, period for recognized	1 year 7 months
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Capital Stock [Line Items]
Compensation cost not yet recognized	$ 56
Compensation cost not yet recognized, period for recognized	1 year
Weighted average grant date fair value, Granted (in dollars per share)	$ 117.44	$ 94.70
Shares vested during the period	$ 44
Performance Stock Units (PSUs)
Capital Stock [Line Items]
Compensation cost not yet recognized	$ 13
Compensation cost not yet recognized, period for recognized	1 year
Weighted average grant date fair value, Granted (in dollars per share)	$ 122.41
Shares vested during the period	$ 0
Employee Stock Purchase Plans
Capital Stock [Line Items]
Percentage of closing stock price under ESPP	95.00%
Shares issued under the ESPP	163,415	159,329

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Capital Stock (Option Grant Assumptions) (Details) - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Capital Stock [Abstract]
Weighted-average fair value per share	$ 22.43	$ 17.73	$ 22.55
Risk-free interest rate	2.00%	1.30%	1.80%
Expected dividend yield	1.50%	1.60%	1.60%
Expected stock price volatility	19.40%	20.50%	25.50%
Expected option life (years)	6 years	6 years 1 month	7 years 3 months

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Capital Stock (Summary of Stock Option Activity) (Details) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($) $ / shares shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Shares, Options outstanding at January 1 (in shares) | shares	14.9
Shares, Granted (in shares) | shares	2.9
Shares, Exercised (in shares) | shares	(2.5)
Shares, Cancelled (in shares) | shares	(0.6)
Shares, Options outstanding at December 31 (in shares) | shares	14.7
Shares, Exercisable at December 31 (in shares) | shares	7.5
Shares, Options expected to vest (in shares) | shares	6.6
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract]
Weighted average exercise price, Options outstanding at January 1 (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	$ 73.14
Weighted average exercise price, Granted (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	122.66
Weighted average exercise price, Exercised (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	62.66
Weighted average exercise price, Cancelled (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	97.87
Weighted average exercise price, Options outstanding at December 31 (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	83.71
Weighted average exercise price, Exercisable at December 31 (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	65.47
Weighted average exercise price, Options expected to vest (in dollars per share) | $ / shares	$ 101.83
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Additional Disclosures [Abstract]
Weighted-average remaining contractual term, Options outstanding at December 31 (in years)	5 years 5 months
Weighted-average remaining contractual term, Exercisable at December 31 (in years)	4 years 2 months
Weighted-average remaining contractual term, Options expected to vest (in years)	7 years 11 months
Aggregate intrinsic value, Options outstanding at December 31 | $	$ 956.5
Aggregate intrinsic value, Exercisable at December 31 | $	666.8
Aggregate intrinsic value, Options expected to vest | $	$ 347.9

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Capital Stock (Summary of RSU and PSU Activity) (Details) - $ / shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Shares, Nonvested at January 1 (in shares)	1.1
Shares, Granted (in shares)	0.5
Shares, Vested (in shares)	(0.5)
Shares, Cancelled (in shares)	(0.1)
Shares, Nonvested at December 31 (in shares)	1.0	1.1
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value [Abstract]
Weighted average grant date fair value, Outstanding at January 1 (in dollars per share)	$ 90.10
Weighted average grant date fair value, Granted (in dollars per share)	117.44	$ 94.70
Weighted average grant date fair value, Vested (in dollars per share)	87.08
Weighted average grant date fair value, Cancelled (in dollars per share)	102.01
Weighted average grant date fair value, Outstanding at December 31 (in dollars per share)	$ 104.85	$ 90.10
Performance Stock Units (PSUs)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Shares, Nonvested at January 1 (in shares)	0.3
Shares, Granted (in shares)	0.1
Shares, Vested (in shares)	(0.1)
Shares, Cancelled (in shares)	0.0
Shares, Nonvested at December 31 (in shares)	0.3	0.3
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value [Abstract]
Weighted average grant date fair value, Outstanding at January 1 (in dollars per share)	$ 91.19
Weighted average grant date fair value, Granted (in dollars per share)	122.41
Weighted average grant date fair value, Vested (in dollars per share)	81.14
Weighted average grant date fair value, Cancelled (in dollars per share)	92.18
Weighted average grant date fair value, Outstanding at December 31 (in dollars per share)	$ 104.51	$ 91.19

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Debt and Credit Facilities (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Jan. 31, 2017
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Commercial Paper	$ 0	$ 200,000,000
Interest expense, debt	$ 247,000,000	$ 228,000,000	$ 108,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 1.800% due 2019
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Unsecured Debt				$ 500,000,000
Stated interest rate				1.80%
Commercial Paper
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Maturities of time deposits	397 days
Commercial Paper | Maximum
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Commercial paper	$ 1,500,000,000

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Debt and Credit Facilities (Maturities Of Long-Term Debt Disclosures) (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Commercial Paper	$ 0	$ 200,000,000
Total debt	7,222,000,000	6,914,000,000
Current maturities of debt	632,000,000	228,000,000
Total Long-term Debt	6,590,000,000	6,686,000,000
Unamortized debt issuance costs	39,000,000	45,000,000
Borrowing capacity on existing facilities	1,547,000,000	1,551,000,000
Fair value of senior unsecured notes	$ 7,521,000,000	6,762,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 1.30% due 2018
Stated interest rate	1.30%
Maturity date	Apr. 01, 2018
Unsecured Debt	$ 600,000,000	598,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 1.800% due 2019
Stated interest rate	1.80%
Maturity date	Jan. 15, 2019
Unsecured Debt	$ 499,000,000	0
Senior Unsecured Notes 2.000% due 2019
Stated interest rate	2.00%
Maturity date	Mar. 08, 2019
Unsecured Debt	$ 748,000,000	746,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 4.375% Due 2020
Stated interest rate	4.375%
Maturity date	Jan. 15, 2020
Unsecured Debt	$ 498,000,000	497,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 2.625% due 2021
Stated interest rate	2.625%
Maturity date	Mar. 15, 2021
Unsecured Debt	$ 746,000,000	745,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 3.375% due 2024
Stated interest rate	3.375%
Maturity date	May 15, 2024
Unsecured Debt	$ 598,000,000	602,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 3.375% due 2025
Stated interest rate	3.375%
Maturity date	Nov. 01, 2025
Unsecured Debt	$ 745,000,000	744,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 3.50% due 2026
Stated interest rate	3.50%
Maturity date	Mar. 15, 2026
Unsecured Debt	$ 988,000,000	987,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 4.10% due 2043
Stated interest rate	4.10%
Maturity date	Apr. 01, 2043
Unsecured Debt	$ 391,000,000	391,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 4.375% due 2044
Stated interest rate	4.375%
Maturity date	May 15, 2044
Unsecured Debt	$ 394,000,000	395,000,000
Senior Unsecured Notes 4.625% due 2046
Stated interest rate	4.625%
Maturity date	Mar. 15, 2046
Unsecured Debt	$ 980,000,000	979,000,000
Other
Unsecured Debt	$ 35,000,000	$ 30,000,000

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Income Taxes Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Effective income tax, percent	50.60%	14.30%	17.10%
Interest expense and penalties included in other income (expense), net	$ (28)	$ (1)	$ (4)
Net operating loss carryforward recognized	32	28	$ 79
Accrued interest and penalties	60	34
Operating loss carryforwards	219
Reinvestment of future remittances of undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries	8,484
Unrecognized tax benefits, interest on income tax expense	232	$ 209
United States
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	106
Foreign Tax Authority
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Operating loss carryforwards	113
Operating loss carryforwards, valuation allowance	36
Tax credit carryforward, amount	43
Tax credit carryforward, valuation allowance	$ 40

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Income Taxes (Schedule of Reconciliation of U.S. Statutory Income Tax Rate to Company's Effective Income Tax Rate from Continuing Operations) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
United States federal statutory rate	35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
United States state and local income taxes, less federal deduction	1.20%	1.70%	2.10%
International operations	(21.00%)	(22.20%)	(17.60%)
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 transition tax	38.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 deferred tax changes	2.30%	0.00%	0.00%
Tax related to repatriation of foreign earnings	(0.00%)	(0.30%)	(3.90%)
Other	(4.90%)	0.10%	1.50%
Effective income tax rate, total	50.60%	14.30%	17.10%

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Income Taxes (Schedule of Earnings before Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Sep. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017	Mar. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
United States									$ 499	$ 542	$ 475
International									1,564	1,379	1,260
Earnings before income taxes	$ 649	$ 471	$ 444	$ 499	$ 588	$ 419	$ 433	$ 481	$ 2,063	$ 1,921	$ 1,735

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Income Taxes (Schedule of Provision for Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Current income tax expense:
United States federal	$ 836	$ 94	$ 78
United States state and local	38	50	23
International	133	176	108
Total current income tax expense	1,007	320	209
Deferred income tax expense (benefit):
United States federal	84	(17)	2
United States state and local	(9)	(12)	8
International	(39)	(17)	77
Total deferred income tax expense (benefit)	36	(46)	87
Total income tax expense	$ 1,043	$ 274	$ 296

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Income Taxes (Schedule of Difference in Income Tax Effects Comprising Company's Deferred Income Tax Assets and Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Deferred income tax assets:
Inventories	$ 480	$ 583
Product-related liabilities	34	115
Other accrued expenses	204	248
State income taxes	46	52
Share-based compensation	46	80
Net operating loss carryforwards	52	74
Other	105	117
Total deferred income tax assets	967	1,269
Less valuation allowances	(49)	(51)
Net deferred income tax assets	918	1,218
Deferred income tax liabilities:
Depreciation and amortization	(598)	(871)
Undistributed earnings	(81)	(50)
Other	(3)	(50)
Total deferred income tax liabilities	(682)	(971)
Net deferred income tax assets	236	247
Noncurrent assets—Other	283	302
Noncurrent liabilities—Other liabilities	$ (47)	$ (55)

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Income Taxes (Schedule of Unresolved Income Tax Positions) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Beginning uncertain tax positions	$ 287	$ 313
Increases related to current year income tax positions	123	47
Increases related to prior year income tax positions	131	22
Settlements and resolutions of income tax audits	(9)	(82)
Statute of limitations expirations	(4)	(9)
Foreign currency translation		(4)
Foreign currency translation	12
Ending uncertain tax positions	540	287
Ending uncertain tax positions	$ 287	$ 313

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Retirement Plans (Schedule of Defined Contribution Plan Disclosures) (Details) - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Plan expense	$ 181	$ 166	$ 148
Expense funded with Stryker common stock	25	22	20
Stryker common stock held by plan, amount	$ 353	$ 272	$ 203
Stryker common stock held by plan, shares	2.3	2.3	2.2
Stryker common stock held by plan, value as a percentage of total plan assets	11.00%	11.00%	11.00%

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Retirement Plans (Schedule of Funded Status and Components of the Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets and in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Gain (Loss), Before the Effect of Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Components of Net Periodic Pension Cost
Service cost	$ (42)	$ (33)	$ (36)
Interest cost	(10)	(11)	(10)
Expected return on plan assets	11	10	11
Amortization of prior service cost and transition amount	1	1	1
Recognized actuarial loss	(9)	(9)	(13)
Net periodic benefit cost	(49)	(42)	(47)
Net actuarial gain (loss)	(25)	(26)	26
Recognized net actuarial loss	9	9	13
Prior service cost and transition amount	(1)	(1)	(1)
Total recognized in OCI	(17)	(18)	38
Total recognized in net periodic benefit cost and OCI	$ (66)	$ (60)	$ (9)
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used in Calculations [Abstract]
Discount rate	1.80%	2.10%	2.00%
Expected return on plan assets	3.30%	3.60%	4.00%
Expected return on plan assets	2.80%	2.30%	2.90%
Weighted-average discount rate used to determine projected benefit obligations	1.80%	1.80%	2.10%
Defined Benefit Plan, Information about Plan Assets [Abstract]
Fair value of plan assets	$ 370	$ 308
Benefit obligations	(708)	(588)	$ (529)
Funded status	(338)	(280)
Current liabilities—accrued compensation	(2)	(1)
Noncurrent liabilities—other liabilities	(336)	(279)
Unrecognized net actuarial loss	(177)	(160)
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment, Net Prior Service Attributable to Parent [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Information about Plan Assets [Abstract]
Unrecognized prior service credit	12	11
Unrecognized net actuarial loss	$ (189)	$ (171)

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Retirement Plans (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated net actuarial loss for the defined benefit pension plan	$ 9
Estimated amortization of prior service credit and transition asset to be reclassified from AOCI	1
Actual return	21	$ 20
Estimated future employer contributions in next fiscal year	24
Other | (Level 3)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Actual return	$ 11

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Retirement Plans (Schedule of Change in Benefit Obligations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]
Beginning projected benefit obligations	$ 588	$ 529
Service cost	42	33	$ 36
Interest cost	10	11	10
Foreign exchange impact	60	(18)
Employee contributions	6	6
Actuarial losses	19	40
Acquisition	0	7
Benefits paid	(17)	(20)
Ending projected benefit obligations	708	588	$ 529
Ending accumulated benefit obligations	$ 675	$ 560

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Retirement Plans (Change in Plan Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Beginning fair value of plan assets	$ 308	$ 289
Actual return	21	20
Employer contributions	23	18
Employee contributions	6	6
Foreign exchange impact	26	(9)
Acquisition	0	2
Benefits paid	(14)	(18)
Ending fair value of plan assets	$ 370	$ 308

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Retirement Plans (Schedule of Target and Actual Allocation of Plan Assets) (Details)	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Target plan asset allocations	100.00%
Actual plan asset allocations	100.00%	100.00%
Equity securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Target plan asset allocations	26.00%
Actual plan asset allocations	28.00%	28.00%
Debt securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Target plan asset allocations	45.00%
Actual plan asset allocations	45.00%	50.00%
Other
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Target plan asset allocations	29.00%
Actual plan asset allocations	27.00%	22.00%

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Retirement Plans (Schedule of Valuation of the Company's Pension Plan Assets by Pricing Categories) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	$ 370	$ 308
(Level 1)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	289	240
(Level 2)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	32	30
(Level 3)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	49	38
Cash and cash equivalents
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	4	7
Cash and cash equivalents | (Level 1)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	4	7
Cash and cash equivalents | (Level 2)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	0	0
Cash and cash equivalents | (Level 3)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	0	0
Equity securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	121	100
Equity securities | (Level 1)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	104	83
Equity securities | (Level 2)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	17	17
Equity securities | (Level 3)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	0	0
Corporate debt securities
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	34	127
Corporate debt securities | (Level 1)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	33	127
Corporate debt securities | (Level 2)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	1	0
Corporate debt securities | (Level 3)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	0	0
Other
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	211	74
Other | (Level 1)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	148	23
Other | (Level 2)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	14	13
Other | (Level 3)
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets	$ 49	$ 38

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Retirement Plans (Expected Benefit Payments) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
2018	$ 18
2019	17
2020	17
2021	17
2022	17
2023-2027	$ 101

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Summary of Quarterly Data (Unaudited) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Sep. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017	Mar. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Quarterly Financial Data [Abstract]
Net sales	$ 3,471	$ 3,006	$ 3,012	$ 2,955	$ 3,157	$ 2,833	$ 2,840	$ 2,495	$ 12,444	$ 11,325	$ 9,946
Gross profit	2,239	1,982	1,990	1,962	2,086	1,873	1,842	1,694	8,173	7,495	6,602
Earnings before income taxes	649	471	444	499	588	419	433	481	2,063	1,921	1,735
Net earnings	$ (249)	$ 434	$ 391	$ 444	$ 510	$ 355	$ 380	$ 402	$ 1,020	$ 1,647	$ 1,439
Basic net earnings per share of common stock (in dollars per share)	$ (0.66)	$ 1.16	$ 1.04	$ 1.19	$ 1.36	$ 0.95	$ 1.02	$ 1.08	$ 2.73	$ 4.40	$ 3.82
Diluted net earnings per share of common stock (in dollars per share)	(0.66)	1.14	1.03	1.17	1.34	0.94	1.00	1.07	$ 2.68	$ 4.35	$ 3.78
Market Price Of Common Stock, High (in dollars per share)	160.62	148.84	145.62	133.59	121.84	123.55	119.83	107.95
Market Price Of Common Stock, Low (in dollars per share)	141.68	137.70	129.82	116.50	106.48	109.75	106.26	86.68
Dividends declared per share of common stock	$ 0.470	$ 0.425	$ 0.425	$ 0.425	$ 0.425	$ 0.38	$ 0.380	$ 0.380

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Segment and Geographic Data (Sales And Other Financial Information By Business Segment) (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2017 USD ($)	Jun. 30, 2017 USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2017 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2016 USD ($)	Jun. 30, 2016 USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2016 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($) segment	Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Number of Reportable Segments | segment									3
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	$ 3,471	$ 3,006	$ 3,012	$ 2,955	$ 3,157	$ 2,833	$ 2,840	$ 2,495	$ 12,444	$ 11,325	$ 9,946
Depreciation and amortization									859	752	590
Segment net earnings (loss)									2,290	2,166	1,861
Amortization of intangible assets									(371)	(319)	(210)
Net earnings	$ (249)	$ 434	$ 391	$ 444	$ 510	$ 355	$ 380	$ 402	1,020	1,647	1,439
Operating Segments
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Depreciation and amortization									794	706	539
Segment operating income									3,533	3,239	2,783
Operating Segments | Orthopaedics
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									4,713	4,422	4,223
Depreciation and amortization									337	317	290
Segment net earnings (loss)									1,669	1,597	1,487
Operating Segments | MedSurg
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									5,557	4,894	3,895
Depreciation and amortization									315	249	117
Segment net earnings (loss)									1,225	1,085	822
Operating Segments | Neuro and Spine
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									2,174	2,009	1,828
Depreciation and amortization									142	140	132
Segment net earnings (loss)									639	557	474
Corporate
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Depreciation and amortization									65	46	51
Segment Reconciling Items
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment operating income									(402)	(352)	(302)
Acquisition & integration-related charges									(64)	(131)	(35)
Amortization of intangible assets									(371)	(319)	(210)
Restructuring related-charges									(194)	(125)	(132)
Rejuvenate and related-charges									(173)	(158)	(296)
Regulatory and legal matters									(39)	12	53
Net earnings									$ 2,290	$ 2,166	$ 1,861

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Segment and Geographic Data Segment and Geographic Data (Segment Information) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	$ 22,197	$ 20,435	$ 16,223
Capital Expenditures During Period	598	490	270
Operating Segments
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	21,350	19,730	15,394
Capital Expenditures During Period	382	307	212
Operating Segments | Orthopaedics
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	7,486	7,048	6,149
Capital Expenditures During Period	138	153	95
Operating Segments | MedSurg
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	9,759	8,553	5,341
Capital Expenditures During Period	194	129	89
Operating Segments | Neuro and Spine
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	4,105	4,129	3,904
Capital Expenditures During Period	50	25	28
Corporate
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	847	705	829
Capital Expenditures During Period	$ 216	$ 183	$ 58

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Segment and Geographic Data (Geographic Information on Net Sales and Long-Lived Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2017	Sep. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017	Mar. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	$ 3,471	$ 3,006	$ 3,012	$ 2,955	$ 3,157	$ 2,833	$ 2,840	$ 2,495	$ 12,444	$ 11,325	$ 9,946
Net Property, Plant & Equipment	1,975				1,569				1,975	1,569
United States
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									9,059	8,230	7,116
Net Property, Plant & Equipment	1,102				941				1,102	941
Europe, Middle East, Africa
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									1,567	1,437	1,267
Net Property, Plant & Equipment	718				493				718	493
Asia Pacific
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									1,413	1,325	1,251
Net Property, Plant & Equipment	107				105				107	105
Other foreign countries
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									405	333	$ 312
Net Property, Plant & Equipment	$ 48				$ 30				$ 48	$ 30