MEDTECH 2012 Annual Conference

9/24/12-9/25/12 (M, T)

Hyatt Regency, Rochester, NY

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MedTech Annual Members Dinner

6/7/2012 (TH)

Turning Stone Resort and Casino, Verona, NY

Join fellow members and industry leaders from across the state to celebrate a year of accomplishments and to look toward the association's coming year.

MedTech's Annual Members Dinner is a celebration of the contributions and achievements of the bioscience and medical technology community in Upstate New York and a networking opportunity for Bio/Med professionals:

• Industry leaders and executives
• Entrepreneurs
• Researchers and faculty
• Industry suppliers and services
• Investors
• Elected and appointed leaders in government and the community

ANNUAL MEMBERS DINNER

Featured Speaker:

• Joe DeVivo, President & CEO, AngioDynamics

Take advantage of business development and networking opportunities beforehand via the MedTech Golf Tournament or Finger Lakes Wine Tour. 

Golf Tournament -  Kaluhyat Golf Club at turning stone

Finger Lakes Wine Tour*  -  Cayuga Lake Wine Trail

*ID REQUIRED at wineries

Register online using the link below

View opportunities for added recognition (click here to download PDF)
 

OUR SPONSORS

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BioVenture Luncheon Series:Sustainable Design for Medical Devices

5/16/2012 (W) 12:00-1:30pm

Rochester BioVenture Center 77 Ridgeland Road, Rochester, NY

Responding to the Market Demand for "Green" Medical Devices

With increased social and regulatory pressures to reduce waste, particularly medical wastes, now is the time to understand and adopt sustainable practices for the design and manufacture of medical devices.  Embracing sustainable practices now will give your company advantages in product differentiation as well as in increased profits that often result from taking a systems view of a product’s life cycle.

This session includes presentations from practitioners in academia and industry that will share their insights on practices that can be used to improve sustainability, as well as profitability, for new medical devices.

Featuring:

Dr. Anahita Williamson, Director, NYS Pollution Prevention Institute at RIT

• Expertise in Manufacturing Process Modification for Improved Material Recovery  and Reuse, Design for the Environment, Life-cycle Assessment

Ian Edwards, Senior Director, Corporate Technology Officer, Welch Allyn, Inc.

• Expertise in early stage diagnostic device concepts and industrial design portfolio management

Who should attend:

• Entrepreneurs
• Early-stage Companies
• Medical Device Inventors and Medical Researchers
• Medical Product Manufacturers
• Suppliers to Medical Device Companies

FREE to attend; Registration is required
Light lunch will be available

Space is limited so register early!
Click below to register by Monday, May 14, 2012
 

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Clinical Connections: Laboratory Diagnostics

5/9/12 (W) 4:30 - 7:00 pm

Syracuse, NY

Part of a series of events connecting MedTech members with the clinical community. These informal conversations will cover areas of shared interest, clinical problems that are unmet or under-met, and potential joint research and development projects. Participation is limited to MedTech members. Contact Heather Erickson for more information.

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MedTech Institute | Bridging Regulatory Hurdles in the Growing Asia-Pacific Market

4/19/12 (TH) 9:00am-3:00pm

Bausch + Lomb Global Eye Health Center, 1400 N. Goodman Street, Area 67 A&B Training Room, Rochester, NY

The Asia Pacific (APAC) medical devices market is estimated at $55 billion--about one quarter of the global medical devices market. Regulatory policies are becoming more stringent in most APAC countries to facilitate the growth of the medical devices market, which is projected to grow more than 10 percent over the next three years. APAC is one of the fastest growing health markets in the world, and a tremendous opportunity for medical device spending

This workshop will address regulatory compliance and strategies for bringing products to the Asia Pacific market.

Program overview:

Part 1: Regulatory Considerations and Strategies for China

Presented by: Carestream Health, Inc.

In order to place a medical device or diagnostic product on market in China, manufacturers must conform to applicable Chinese standards, comply with Chinese product testing requirements, receive China Compulsory Certification (CCC) from the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ), and register their products with the State or Provincial Food and Drug Administration. This presentation will cover the initial registration and renewal processes, product testing requirements, using State vs. Provincial regulatory agencies and contract manufacturing.

Part 2: Industry Panel: China

Presented by: Carestream Health, Inc. and Welch Allyn

Industry insights from leading device and diagnostics manufacturers.

Part 3: Regulatory Compliance in Asia

Presented by: Pacific Bridge Medical

A review of the regulatory challenges manufacturers face when trying to register and maintain registration of medical devices in Asia.  The presentation will cover both the current regulatory environment in Asia and anticipated changes over the next few years.  The focus will be on countries other than China and will include an opportunity for Q&A. 

Part 4: Industry Panel: Japan

Presented by: Bausch + Lomb, ConMed Corporation

Industry insights from leading device and diagnostics manufacturers.

Featuring:

Ames Gross, President, Pacific Bridge Medical

Ames Gross is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the Asian medical markets. In 2008, Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD&DI) magazine named him one of the top 100 executives in the medical business. Mr. Gross founded Pacific Bridge Medical in 1988 and has helped hundreds of medical companies with business development and regulatory issues in Asia.

Expert Panelists:

• Jessie Verna, Director, Regulatory Affairs, ConMed Corporation
• Lisa Anderson, RA Manager, ConMed Corporation
• Xiaoping Li, China Compliance Director, Carestream Health, Inc.
• Kevin Crossen, Director, Regulatory Affairs, Welch Allyn
• Jennifer Murray, Manager, Global Regulatory Affiars, Bausch+Lomb
• Helen Sun, Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs, Bausch+Lomb

Sponsored By:

REGISTRATION CLOSED

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Understanding the Physician Payments Sunshine Act

4/11/12 (W) 12:00-1:00pm EST

Webinar

Special member-only event

FREE for all MedTech Members - Registration required, please follow the link below to register

In December 2011, CMS released the Proposed Rule to implement the Sunshine Act which requires public disclosure of payments made by pharmaceutical, device, medical and biological supply companies to physicians and teaching hospitals for a wide array of purposes, including consulting, royalty payments and travel. 

Attend this webcast to learn from our expert about:

• Which manufacturers must report under the Sunshine Act Proposed Rule, what information must be reported about payments and in what detail?
• What information will be publicly disclosed about payments?
• What steps can life science companies take to prepare for public transparency of payments under the Sunshine Act?

Registred attendees will be sent Webinar call-in information on Tuesday, April 10th.

REGISTRATION CLOSED

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The Secrets of Successful Valuation, Exit & Investment Strategies

4/4/2012 (W) 12:30 - 6:00 pm

NYS Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics & Life Sciences, 701 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY

Setting the stage for the 2012 Venture Forum (May 16-17, Buffalo, NY)

How are angel, venture capital and corporate investment deals made across high-tech sectors? Hear what experts have to say about the growth capital landscape and determine your internal investment strategy. This half-day program will provide information on the current investment climate and how you can establish rewarding relationships with investors.

The program includes a networking luncheon sponsored by UVANY and closing networking reception sponsored by Superior Group.

The Material:

• Funding trends and deal structure
• Valuation models
• Exit Strategies for founders, owners and investors
• Corporate strategic investments and acquisitions

The Experts:

• Stacey Davis, Johnson & Johnson
• Teo Balbach, Mercury Capital Partners
• Louis Camarella, EFP Rotenberg LLP
• Jack McGowan, Western New York Venture Association (WNYVA)
• Dan Penberthy, Rand Capital Corp, Upstate Venture Association (UVANY)
• Ari David Kocen, Stonehenge Growth Capital
• Kurt Litzelfelner, StoneBridge Business Partners

Who should attend?

• Companies planning to present at the 2012 Venture Forum
• Successful entrepreneurs who have exited their businesses
• High net-worth individuals with interest in angel investing
• Service providers that support early stage, high-tech businesses
• Economic development professionals
• Incubator and business innovation professionals

In partnership with:

With support from:

REGISTRATION CLOSED

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2012 Upstate New York Biocareer Connection

4/03/12 (T) 12:30-5:00pm

Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY

The Upstate New York Biocareer Connection is more than a typical job fair—it’s a career exploration fair filled with opportunities to connect with students and professionals interested in learning more about the career tracks available to individuals with science degrees.

• Unique individuals representing various sectors of life sciences will share their experiences and advice during panels.
• Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, network, and gain an idea of what the future holds for them in the bioscience industry.
• Bio/Med companies from a 15-county region of Upstate New York will be in attendance to meet with prospective employees to review their skills, give them advice, discuss opportunities, and screen for employment.

Connect with more than 100 students, job seekers and professionals

Past attendees from:

Past participants have included:

Register for a FREE Exhibit Space

As an exhibitor, you will generate awareness for your company, explore opportunities for hiring and build business relationships. Join the roster of top-tier Bio/Med companies that participate in the Upstate New York Biocareer Connection.

Register as an EXHIBITOR

Register to ATTEND

View the event flyer

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BioVenture Luncheon Series: HR Tactics That Improve Company Valuation

3/21/2012 (W) 12:00-1:30pm

Rochester BioVenture Center 77 Ridgeland Road, Rochester, NY

A company’s human resources function is often underutilized, largely reactionary and all-too-often transactional. However, successful companies are finding its human resources function to be a tactical role that directly impacts the health and strategic growth of business. How can human resources add value to bottom line growth?

In this session, Brian Carroll and Steve Kimmel-Hurt of the Superior Group, a global leader in providing customized workforce solutions, will look at strategies for successfully selecting the right team that will allow you to focus on strategic direction, strengthen your core business and improve your company’s valuation.

Featuring:

• Brian Carroll, Account Executive with the Superior Group

With over 7 years of experience as a Workforce Management Consultant, Brian's expertise includes a thorough knowledge of the Staffing Industry, Payroll and Human Resources, Labor Management, Tax Compliance as well as Benefits Administration. Brian is currently consulting with Superior Group in the Rochester, NY area. Through a thorough and customized analysis of client needs, Brian is able to bring multiple workforce solutions to the table.  This gives clients the ability to maximize the return on investment into their contingent workforce by providing the best possible workforce output at the lowest cost.  His main concentrations within the Staffing Industry include Staff Augmentation, Managed Service Programs, Independent Contractor Compliance and Recruitment Process Outsourcing.

• Steve Kimmel-Hurt, Account Manager with the Superior Group

Steve Kimmel-Hurt is an accomplished professional in the recruitment and workforce solutions industry serving the Western New York region for over 6 years.  Presently working as an Account Manager for Superior Technical Resources, Inc., Steve is tasked with assisting Life Sciences companies realize their full business potential by providing customized staffing, human resources, and back office services consultation. Steve’s expertise includes recruitment coordination and interviewing, human resources administration, employee relations, training and development, public speaking, and fostering open, effective client relationships. Prior to joining Superior, Steve served as a Human Resources Manager for Delaware North Companies directly overseeing the entire human resources function for four New York State Thruway Travel Plazas over a four year span.

Who should attend:

• Entrepreneurs
• Early-stage companies
• Small Businesses
• Incubator and business innovation professionals

EVENT CANCELLED

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MedTech Institute | Advanced Topics in Good Clinical Practice 2012

03/13/12 (T) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Lennox Tech Enterprise Center, 150 Lucius Gordon Drive, West Henrietta, NY

 This one-day seminar will provide an in-depth review of the latest FDA regulations and guidelines for applying Good Clinical Practice to the clinical research process. Participants will learn practical application of Good Clinical Practice guidelines that can be applied to clinical research supporting product development plans. 

Program Overview

Experts will introduce key issues and trends in current GCP standards and regulations, including:

• New IRB guidances and trends
• 510(k) update
• Risk-based monitoring approaches (FDA Draft Guidance for Industry Oversight of Clinical Investigations, August 2011)
• Clinical study design factors (FDA Draft Guidance Design Considerations for Pivotal Clinical Investigations for Medical Devices, August 2011)
• GCP requirements for significant versus non-significant risk device studies
• Risk management litigation considerations for human clinical trials

The Experts:

Who should attend:

• Clinical Quality Assurance Professionals
• Clinical Research Associates
• Project Managers
• Investigators
• Study Coordinators
• GCP-Focused Regulatory Affairs Professionals
• Regulatory Attorneys
• Professionals, Students and Graduates conducting clinical trials or seeking IRB approval

Participants attending the full workshop will receive a certificate of completion from MedTech.

 

In partnership with High Tech Rochester*

*All HTR clients will receive member registration rate

 

 

Register by Friday, February 24th for a discount!

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