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Hey, I've been through a layoff elsewhere in med device a few years back, though not at Stryker. What you're smart to consider is that severance is almost always tied to tenure, so your 7 years is definitely a plus. Usually, it's a base number of weeks or months (like 1-2 weeks per year of service), plus maybe some extra for senior roles. Also, look into continuation of benefits – that can be worth more than cash sometimes. Hopefully, it's just rumors, but good to be prepared.
Honestly, I wouldn't worry too much yet. Stryker's been pretty solid, and most of what you hear is just general market anxiety bleeding into company-specific fears. Companies are usually pretty tight-lipped about severance specifics until it's actually happening. If you're really concerned, maybe have a discreet chat with HR about company policy in general terms, or start updating your resume just in case. Better safe than sorry, right?