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CVRx Appoints Industry Veteran Kevin Hykes to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

(NASDAQ: CVRX) (“CVRx”), a commercial-stage medical device company focused on developing, manufacturing, and commercializing innovative neuromodulation solutions for patients with cardiovascular diseases, announced today that Kevin Hykes will join its Board of Directors effective December 21, 2022.

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  • (NASDAQ: CVRX) (“CVRx”), a commercial-stage medical device company focused on developing, manufacturing, and commercializing innovative neuromodulation solutions for patients with cardiovascular diseases, announced today that Kevin Hykes will join its Board of Directors effective December 21, 2022.
  • “We are excited to welcome an executive with the depth of expertise of Kevin Hykes to our Board of Directors,” said John Nehra, lead independent director of CVRx.
  • Prior to joining Augmedics, Kevin was President and CEO of Bardy Diagnostics, which was acquired by Hillrom in August of 2021.
  • “I am honored to join the CVRx Board of Directors,” said Mr. Hykes.

Baxter Announces Strategic Actions to Enhance Operational Effectiveness, Accelerate Innovation for Patients and Drive Value for Shareholders

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Friday, January 6, 2023

Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a leading global medtech company, today announced a comprehensive strategic roadmap to meaningfully enhance its operational effectiveness, drive toward improved long-term performance, accelerate innovation and create additional value for all stakeholders.

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  • Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a leading global medtech company, today announced a comprehensive strategic roadmap to meaningfully enhance its operational effectiveness, drive toward improved long-term performance, accelerate innovation and create additional value for all stakeholders.
  • By increasing R&D investments in higher-growth and more strategic opportunities, Baxter will drive innovation to help accelerate sales growth, better serve patients and customers, and provide new opportunities for employees.
  • Baxter intends for the spinoff to qualify as tax-free to Baxter and its shareholders for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
  • Baxter plans to hold an investor call today, January 6, 2023, at 7:30 a.m. CST to discuss this announcement.

World Ambulatory Surgical Center Operating Room Integration Systems Market Analysis and Forecast, 2021-2022 & 2032 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, December 19, 2022

The "Ambulatory Surgical Center Operating Room Integration Systems Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Component Type, Center Type, and Regional Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2022-2032" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Ambulatory Surgical Center Operating Room Integration Systems Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Component Type, Center Type, and Regional Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2022-2032" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global ambulatory surgical center operating room integration systems market is projected to reach $5,668.2 million by 2032 from $2,077.5 million in 2021, at a CAGR of 9.88% during the forecast period 2022-2032.
  • The global ambulatory surgical center operating room integration systems market (by component) is expected to be dominated by the OR visualization segment.
  • Key players in the global ambulatory surgical center operating room integration systems market analyzed and profiled in the study involve players that offer OR integration products.

MicroPort Orthopedics Expands Commercial Leadership Team with Global Vice President of Marketing and Professional Education and North America Vice President of Sales

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

ARLINGTON, Tenn., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroPort Orthopedics, a global leader in orthopedic devices and technologies, announces today the expansion of its commercial leadership team with two strategic hires: Brian Collins is joining as Global Vice President of Marketing and Professional Education and Shawn Gabriel as Vice President of Sales, North America. Both Brian and Shawn have extensive experience in sales and marketing for medical devices.

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  • ARLINGTON, Tenn., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroPort Orthopedics , a global leader in orthopedic devices and technologies, announces today the expansion of its commercial leadership team with two strategic hires: Brian Collins is joining as Global Vice President of Marketing and Professional Education and Shawn Gabriel as Vice President of Sales, North America.
  • Brian brings more than 12 years of experience in the medical device industry leading strategy and execution to the MicroPort Orthopedics team.
  • In his most recent role as Global Vice President of Marketing and Medical Education for ZimVie, he guided the successful spin-off from Zimmer Biomet.
  • As MicroPort Orthopedics VP of Sales for North America, Shawn will bring his experience and leadership to align and exceed sales goals.

Sonitor® Technologies Prepares for Accelerated Growth

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Monday, October 3, 2022

Sonitor Technologies AS, the global leader in ultrasound-based, indoor positioning technology, today announced that it will merge its Forkbeard and Sonitor Technologies subsidiaries as it prepares for accelerated revenue growth with the market entry of Forkbeard, the companys cloud-based, product platform for indoor positioning of smart mobile devices

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  • Sonitor Technologies AS, the global leader in ultrasound-based, indoor positioning technology, today announced that it will merge its Forkbeard and Sonitor Technologies subsidiaries as it prepares for accelerated revenue growth with the market entry of Forkbeard, the companys cloud-based, product platform for indoor positioning of smart mobile devices
    We are at the beginning of an exciting new chapter in our company history, said Arne Oyen, Group President and CEO of Sonitor Technologies AS.
  • We will build on the strong commercial franchise that Sonitor has established in acute care and senior living with its market leading Sonitor Sense platform and expand into other industry sectors, such as manufacturing.
  • The sales organizations in Sonitors primary geographic markets will offer the full complement of Sonitor Sense and Forkbeard products.
  • Sonitor Technologies AS is the leading provider and innovator of accurate and reliable ultrasound-based Real Time Location Systems (RTLS) and Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS).

AVS Announces Multi-Site Enrollment of First Patients in POWER PAD I Clinical Trial and Appointment of William H. Kucheman to Board of Directors

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

AVS is only the second company to conduct a first-in-human study in the rapidly growing intravascular lithotripsy space.

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  • AVS is only the second company to conduct a first-in-human study in the rapidly growing intravascular lithotripsy space.
  • AVS is the first company to develop pulsatile intravascular lithotripsy, a therapy that is delivered through a balloon-based platform called PULSE.
  • We are excited by this first-in-human trial milestone we have achieved, added Mark Toland, President and Chief Executive Officer of AVS.
  • Kucheman added, I am delighted to join the AVS board and look forward to helping patients with limited treatment options.

Sandra R. Rogers Appointed to Northwestern Mutual Board of Trustees

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial security company, announced today thatSandra R. Rogershas been appointed to serve on its Board of Trustees.

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  • MILWAUKEE, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial security company, announced today thatSandra R. Rogershas been appointed to serve on its Board of Trustees.
  • "Sandra's expertise in the supply chain and customer service areas will bring an important perspective to Northwestern Mutual," said Northwestern Mutual Chairman, President and CEOJohn E. Schlifske.
  • "We look forward to Sandra's meaningful contributions as Northwestern Mutual continues to enhance the seamless experience for policyowners with insurance and wealth management products."
  • Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries.

CareView Communications Releases Software Version 5.6

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

CareView Communications, Inc. ("CareView" or the "Company") (OTCQB: CRVW), an information technology provider to the healthcare industry, today announced its latest updates to its CareView Patient Safety System, Version 5.6, which includes system integration with Vocera and Hillrom, paving the way for a new paradigm in clinical workflow management.

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  • CareView Communications, Inc. ("CareView" or the "Company") (OTCQB: CRVW), an information technology provider to the healthcare industry, today announced its latest updates to its CareView Patient Safety System, Version 5.6, which includes system integration with Vocera and Hillrom, paving the way for a new paradigm in clinical workflow management.
  • CareView and our partners are heralding in the next generation of patient care to improve care coordination and foster better patient outcomes.
  • The CareView Patient Safety System, including its patented Virtual Bed Rails and Virtual Chair Rails, uses predictive technology to differentiate between normal patient movements and behaviors of an at-risk patient.
  • Anchored by the CareView Patient Safety System, this modular, scalable solution delivers flexible configurations to fit any facility while significantly increasing patient safety and operational savings.

The Worldwide ECG Equipment and Management Systems Industry is Expected to Reach $10.6 Billion by 2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, August 19, 2022

The Global ECG Equipment and Management Systems Market is estimated to be USD 7.2 Bn in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 10.63 Bn by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.1%.

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  • The Global ECG Equipment and Management Systems Market is estimated to be USD 7.2 Bn in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 10.63 Bn by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.1%.
  • Market dynamics are forces that impact the prices and behaviors of the Global ECG Equipment and Management Systems Market stakeholders.
  • The report presents a detailed Ansoff matrix analysis for the Global ECG Equipment and Management Systems Market.
  • By Type, the market is classified into Holter monitoring systems, Resting ECG System, Stress ECG Monitors, Event Monitoring Systems, and ECG Management Systems.

Heather Knight Joins Channel Medsystems Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Channel Medsystems, Inc. , a medical device company whose mission is to empower every woman to take control of her health journey, today announced that Heather Knight has joined the companys Board of Directors.

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  • Channel Medsystems, Inc. , a medical device company whose mission is to empower every woman to take control of her health journey, today announced that Heather Knight has joined the companys Board of Directors.
  • We are pleased to welcome Heather to our Board of Directors, said Chief Executive Officer Ric Cote.
  • Heather will be a valuable addition as we continue to expand our company footprint and gain momentum in the commercialization of Cerene.
  • Channel Medsystems is a privately-held company dedicated to empowering every woman to take control of her health journey and live her best life.