Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced it has been named to Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. This is the first time Medtronic is included on this prestigious list which recognizes businesses that are shaping industry and culture through innovation.

“Innovation is in our DNA — it’s what has driven us from a small garage in Minneapolis to a global leader transforming healthcare for millions," said Geoff Martha, Medtronic chairman and CEO. "This recognition from Fast Company is not only an honor — it’s a powerful validation of the bold, transformative work our teams are doing to tackle some of the world’s biggest health challenges. From harnessing AI, revolutionizing diagnostics or developing breakthrough therapies for chronic conditions, we are relentless in our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for patients around the globe."

Recent Medtronic innovations include treatments for two of the world’s most common conditions, atrial fibrillation and high blood pressure. The company is also pioneering the use of AI to screen for colon cancer and detect false cardiac alerts, and has received FDA approval for the world’s first adaptive deep brain stimulation system for Parkinson’s disease.

The World’s Most Innovative Companies stands as Fast Company’s hallmark franchise and one of its most anticipated editorial efforts of the year. To determine honorees, Fast Company’s editors and writers review companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today, from early-stage startups to some of the most valuable companies in the world.

“Our list of the Most Innovative Companies offers both a comprehensive look at innovation today and a playbook for the future,” said Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan. “This year, we recognize companies that are harnessing AI in deep and meaningful ways, brands that are turning customers into superfans by overdelivering for them, and challengers that are introducing bold ideas and vital competition to their industries. At a time when the world is rapidly shifting, these companies are charting the way forward.”

The full list of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies honorees can now be found at fastcompany.com. It will also be available on newsstands beginning March 25.

About Medtronic
Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Galway, Ireland, is the leading global healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people across more than 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic, visit www.Medtronic.com and follow Medtronic on LinkedIn.

About Fast Company
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