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Ernst & Young to Issue First Ever "Pulse of the IndustryReport" at Conference
WASHINGTON , Sept. 22 , /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AdvaMed 2008: The MedTech Conferencekicks off with the release of the first ever Ernst & Young "Pulse of the Industry: US Medical Technology" report, nearly 20 next generation company presentations, and theopening of "Innovation Alley" -- a showcase of the world's mostadvanced medical technology, surgical tools and diagnosticproducts.
"AdvaMed 2008 offers the media, policymakers, financiers, andbusiness executives opportunities to witness first hand excitingdevelopments in our industry," said Stephen J. Ubl , president and CEO of AdvaMed. "From examples of new medicaltechnologies that demonstrate product innovation and the globalimpact of this vibrant sector to in-depth financial and policydiscussions covering critical industry issues, the AdvaMed 2008 isa must attend event."
AdvaMed member companies produce the medical devices, diagnosticproducts and health information systems that are transforminghealth care through earlier disease detection, less invasiveprocedures and more effective treatments. AdvaMed members producenearly 90 percent of the health care technology purchased annuallyin the United States and more than 50 percent purchased annually around the world.AdvaMed members range from the largest to the smallest medicaltechnology innovators and companies.
To showcase medical technologies earlier in the product developmentcycle, the conference's new "Next Generation" presentation trackwill feature 17 companies on Monday, September 22nd from 2:00 to 5:30 pm . For the list and background of presenting companies go to www.advamed2008.com/business-development/presentations.xhtml
Featuring new technologies and diagnostic products for heartdisease, diabetes care, cancer, and influenza, Innovation Alleyparticipating companies include: Abiomed, B. Braun, BayerHealthCare, BD, Covidien, Edwards LifeSciences, Johnson &Johnson, and Quidel Corporation.
The exhibition hall also will feature two book signings including1980 Olympic Gold Medal Speed Skater and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Eric Heiden's newly released Faster, Better, Stronger at 2 pm on Tuesday, September 23rd and former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich's Real Change at 9 am on Wednesday, September 24th .
To view a copy of the AdvaMed 2008 Conference Program visit http://www.advamed2008.com/download/AdvaMed_2008_Final_Program.pdf .
Host sponsors of AdvaMed 2008: The MedTech Conference include Covidien, Ernst & Young, Johnson & Johnson andKaplan EduNeering.
About AdvaMed 2008 :
Designed by industry for industry, AdvaMed 2008 is the premierMedTech conference for business executives, policymakers, media,financiers, and service providers from around the world. In itsinaugural year, AdvaMed 2007 attracted more than 400 organizationsand 1,100 industry leaders - including 300+ CEOs, Presidents andC-level executives.
With more than 1,400 senior level attendees expected, AdvaMed 2008is this year's can't miss event for networking; conductingpartnering meetings; educating and influencing policymakers and themedia; and participating in education sessions. Whether you need tofinance, partner or license technology, AdvaMed 2008 introduces youto key decision-makers. Learn more at www.AdvaMed2008.com .
SOURCE AdvaMed