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Alcon Laboratories, Inc.; 6201 S Fwy; Ft. Worth, TX; 76134-2099; US; phone: 1-800-451-3937; fax: 1-800-7772799; Alcon Laboratories, Inc. is proud to present the first combo therapy indicated for AOM with Tubes and AOE CIPRODEX (ciprofloxacin 0.3% and dexamethasone 0.1%) Sterile Otic Suspension. CIPRODEX Suspension combines the effectiveness of a fluoroquinolone with the anti-inflammatory properties of a steroid to provide for excellent patient response.

Abbott Laboratories; 200 Abbott Park Rd; D-304 AMJ41; Abbott Park, IL; 60064-6329; US; phone: 1-847-9370408; Abbott is a global, broad-based health care company devoted to the discovery, development, and manufacture of pharmaceuticals, nutritionals and medical products, including devices and diagnostics. The company employs 55,000 employees and markets its products in more than 130 countries. Visit the Abbott exhibit where representatives will answer your product questions.

Booth 232 Acclarent, Inc.; 1525-B O’Brien Dr; Menlo Park, CA; 94025; US; phone: 1-650-687-6018; fax: 1-650-687-5889; www.acclarent.com; A medical device for diagnosing and treating diseases and conditions involving the ears, nose and throat.

Booth 1146 Acoustic Systems, A Division of ETS-Lindgren; 1301 Arrow Point Drive; Cedar Park, TX; 78613-6936; US; phone: 1-512-531-6400; fax: 1-512-531-6561.

Booth 1910 Adams Respiratory Therapeutics; 4 Mill Ridge Lane; Chester, NJ; 07930; US; phone: 1-908-879-2196; fax: 1-908879-2259; Adams Respiratory Therapeutics is focused on late-stage development, commercialization, and marketing of OTC & Rx pharmaceutical products for the treatment of respiratory disorders. The Mucinex® family of products is the flagship brand of our company and currently consists of three FDA approved OTC products that treat chest congestion, cough, and/or nasal congestion and sinus pressure.

Booth 532 Advanced Bionics Corporation; 25129 Rye Canyon Loop; Valencia, CA; 91355; US; phone: 1-661-362-4727; fax: 1-661-362-1417; Advanced Bionics, a Boston Scientific Company, headquartered in Valencia, California, manufactures the HiResolution Bionic Ear System, which is approved for use by children with bilateral, profound hearing loss, and adults with severe-to-profound bilateral hearing loss.

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Booth 1414 ALK-Abello, Inc; 1700 Royston Lane; Round Rock; TX, 78664; US; phone: 1-512-251-0037; fax: 1-512-251-5882; ALK-Abello´, Inc, the world leader in allergy immunotherapy, develops and manufactures allergenic extracts, diagnostic products and allergy vaccines. Visit ALK-Abello´, Inc., and learn more about the major allergen leven in extracts, how the analysis is done, and why researchers worldwide rely on major allergen levels to define allergy immunotherapy dosing. Booth 728 All Star Sales; 4 Vata Ct; Unit #15; Aurora; On; L4G 4B6; Canada; phone: 1-905-727-9135; fax: 1-905-727-0964; Aqua-Earband is a top-quality reversible neoprene headband to be used after myringotomies or ear surgery. Aqua-Earband is designed to help keep ears dry while swimming, or to keep ears warm in winter. We have 4 sizes and a wide variety of colors. Also available - Ana-Tote, Protectube for Epipen. Protectube is a tough, waterproof, UVA-treated polycarbonate tube with patented cap for protection of Epipen. AnaTote is an all-weather durable nylon carrying case for Epipen. It can be worn on belt or pocket. Your partners in protection. Booth 2034 Allergies in America - A Landmark Survey; 210 Park Avenue; Florham Park, NJ; 07982; US; phone: 1-201-5605507; fax: 1-201-891-8656. Booth 1040 AllMeds Inc.; 151 Lafayette Dr; Ste 401; Oak Ridge, TN; 37830-6864; US; phone: 1-865-482-1999; fax: 1-865-4810921; AllMeds employs cutting edge Microsoft technology within our enterprise specialty solutions. Created to meet the specific needs of specialty practices, our electronic medical record is a customized solution for your Otolaryngology practice. Deep clinical content is provided—allowing for immediate implementation. AllMeds Practice Management is a full PM suite with robust reporting.

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Altana Pharma; 210 Park Avenue; Florham Park, NJ; 07982; US; phone: 1-201-560-5507; fax: 1-201-891-8656.

ANSPACH Companies; 4500 Riverside Drive; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; 33410; US; phone: 1-561-627-1080; fax: 1-561-627-1265.

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Booth 1013 American Hearing Aid Associates; 1380 Wilmington Pike; Ste 102; West Chester, PA; 19382; US; phone: 1-800984-3272; fax: 1-610-455-0495; AHAA is the nation’s largest network of independent practitioners who enjoy customized and comprehensive business consulting services. AHAA associates benefit from a unique offering of products and services without compromising their autonomy, including national advertising, staff training, consolidated billing and hearing instruments at discounted prices. Booth 750 American Journal of Rhinology; 95 Pitman Street; Providence, RI; 02906; US; phone: 1-401-331-2510; fax: 1-401331-5138; American Journal of Rhinology publishes peerreviewed, original articles, reviews manuscripts and abstracts of important world-wide research publications exclusively on the nose. This bi-monthly journal is listed in Index Medicus, Current Contents, and more. World-wide circulation is 3,000. For more information call 401-331-2510, Fax 401-331-5138.

Booth 710 Anthony Products/Gio Pelle; 7740 Records Street; Indianapolis, IN; 46226; US; phone: 1-317-545-6196; fax: 1-317543-3289; For 37 years, Anthony Products has specialized in the manufacture and distribution of ENT, Plastic Surgery and Dermatology instruments and equipment. As an authorized distributor for Welch Allyn and Midmark, we can meet all of your practice needs. Our sister company, Gio Pelle, specializes in customized skincare and microdermabrasion. Booth 827 Apdyne Medical Company; 1049 S Vine St; Denver, CO; 80209-4622; US; phone: 1-800-457-6853; fax: 1-303698-4804; Manufacturer and distributor of the Apdyne Phenol Applicator Kit used to anesthetize the tympanic membrane during in-office myringotomy procedures. Booth 1147 Aperio Services; 950 S Tamiami Trl; Ste 102; Sarasota, FL; 34236-7833; US; phone: 1-941-955-2885; fax: 1-941955-2884. Booth 1243 Arcadia Medical Corporation; 1450 E. American Lane; Schaunburg, IL; 60173; US; phone: 1-219-776-4424; fax: 1-847-620-2502. Booth 836

American Medical Endoscopy; 3020 NW 82 Ave; Miami, FL; 33122-1042; US; phone: 1-305-436-0599; fax: 1-305-436-0399.

Arches Tinnitus Formulas; PO Box 57; Salt Lake City, UT; 84110-0057; US; phone: 1-800-350-8981; fax: 1-801363-5346; Arches Tinnitus Formulas - Clinically proven, herbal, mineral and vitamin formulas shown to reduce or eliminate the symptoms of tinnitus. Endorsed and recommended by noted tinnitus specialist Michael Seidman, MD and used by over 1,000 Otolaryngologists for their patients with tinnitus. Safe, effective and doctor approved.

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Annals Publishing Company; 4507 Laclede Ave; St. Louis, MO; 63108-2103; US; phone: 1-314-367-4987; fax: 1-314-367-4988; The ANNALS OF OTOLOGY, RHINOLOGY & LARYNGOLOGY publishes peer-reviewed clinical and research papers in field of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. The ANNALS is the official journal of the American Broncho-Esophagological Association and the American Laryngological Association.

Arthrocare ENT; 680 Vaqueros Avenue; Sunnyvale, CA; 94085; US; phone: 1-408-735-6303; fax: 1-408-736-1933; ArthroCare ENT is the provider of Coblation technology for tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, turbinate reduction, and snoring treatments. Coblation is a unique, patented process employing bipolar radiofrequency (RF) technology in a plasma field to ablate, dissect, and coagulate soft tissue with minimal thermal damage. . .resulting in less pain and faster recovery for patients.

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American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; 310 S Henry St; Alexandria, VA; 22314; US; phone: 1-703-299-9291; fax: 1-703-299-8898; The AAFPRS is the world’s largest association of facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons. The Academy makes the following products and services available to physicians: patient brochures, newsletters, research grants, practice enhancement tools and PR, meetings/ courses, humanitarian programs, fellowships, etc. If you perform facial plastic surgery, AAFPRS membership is a must!

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ASCOA (Ambulatory Surgical Centers of America); 15 Farran Farm Rd; Ste 2; Norwell, MA; 02061; US; phone: 1-781-871-3311 x202; 1-509-272-5733.

B. C. Decker; 50 King Street E; Hamilton, ON; L8N 1A6 Canada; phone: 1-905-561-5455; fax: 1-905-522-7839; BC Decker is pleased to publish many books authored by Academy members. Please be sure to visit our booth #1919 to purchase a publication. We have also recently collaborated with the AAO-HNSF on a new publication, ERO - Expert Reviews in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery.

Booth 334 Aerosol Science Laboratories; 900 Calle Plano; Ste M; Camarillo, CA; 93012-8574; US. Booth 741 ATMOS, Inc.; 609 Hamilton St; Ste 15; Allentown, PA; 18101; US; phone: 1-610-740-1011; fax: 1-610-433-1019; A subsidiary of a 100 year old German company specialising in equipment for ENT examinations. High-end technological examination units featuring fully integrated systems. VideoStroboscopy - more than 25 years experience in stoboscope light services, combined with special camera for ENT diagnosis, provides a perfect combination for VideoStroboscopy with economical prices. ATMOS quality products provide a wide range of new and innovative equipment for ENT examinations utilising new technologies. LED Stroboscope with up to 10,000 hours of light. Using a mobile LED lightsource or cable-free LED headlamp with a light-weight rechargable battery. New ENT Camera with special settings for ENT examinations. Booth 832 ATOS Medical; 2202 N. Bartlett Avenue; Ste 100; Milwaukee, WI; 53202-1009; US; phone: 1-800-217-0025; fax: 1-414-227-9033; Atos Medical produces the Provox voice and pulmonary rehabilitation products for post-laryngectomy patients. Products include Voice Prosthesis, Heat and Moisture Exchangers (HME), Larytube Cannulas, FreeHands HME system, and the Barton-Mayo Tracheostoma Button. Atos Medical also distributes the Servox, TruTone, and SolaTone and produces the TheraBite for Jaw Motion Rehabilitation System. The NEW Provox NID is Atos Medical’s first patientchangeable voice prosthesis. It has been designed with several important features including: a safety strap and medallion to prevent accidental dislocation into the trachea, low airflow resistance, and dedicated cleaning tools that can be used to clean the prosthesis.

Booth 748 Barrington Medical Imaging, LLC; 22N159 Pepper Rd; Lake Barrington, IL; 60047; US; phone: 1-847-382-9732; fax: 1-847-277-0601; Barrington Medical Imaging delivers customized turnkey solutions that respond to both your clinical imaging and business requirements. BMI provides CT and MRI pre-owned imaging systems, guaranteed refurbished to meet OEM specifications. We offer a flexible range of purchase, lease and rental options for equipment within fixedsite, mobile or modular facilities. Booth 240 Baxter; One Baxter Parkway; Deerfield, IL; 60015; US; phone: 1-510-329-9359; fax: 1-510-659-1774. Booth 822 BFW, Inc.; 2307 River Rd; Ste 103; Louisville, KY; 40206; US; phone: 1-800-717-4673; fax: 1-502-899-1937; BFW, Inc. provides fiber optic headlights, xenon or quartzhalogen light sources and state-of-the art headlight video camera systems. Backed by a 30-year reputation built on technological leadership and the best customer service, BFW designs products for comfort, powerful brilliance, durability, and value for medical professionals throughout the world. Booth 942

Audient; 901 Boren Ave; Ste 810; Seattle, WA; 981043595; US; phone: 1-877-283-4368; fax: 1-206-838-7195.

Bien-Air Surgery SA; Laenggasse 60; 2500; Bienne 2500; Switzerland; phone: 011-41-32-344-64-40; fax: 01141-32-344-64-45; Bien-Air is a manufacturer of electrical drill systems and handpieces for small bone surgery. Our assortment includes 3 different kinds of electrical consoles, a peristaltic pump, a full range of handpieces and microsaws, burs and blades. We welcome you to visit our booth and test our new drill named OSSEODOC. Bien-Air is proud to introduce its brand new heavy-duty handpiece to be used with big burs when removing a large quantity of bone and its brand new handpiece for stapedotomy to drill a hole in the footplate before placing a prosthesis.

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Audiology Online; 19141 Stone Oak Rd; Ste 104; San Antonio, TX; 78258-3367; US; phone: 1-210-757-4271; fax: 1-210-615-6832.

BioForm Medical, Inc.; 1875 S Grant St Ste 110; San Mateo, CA; 94402; US; phone: 1-650-286-4023; fax: 1-650286-4090.

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Booth 809 Bio-Logic Systems Corp; 1 Bio-Logic Plaza; Mundelein, IL; 60060; US; phone: 1-847-949-5200; fax: 1-847-9496310. Booth 1626

bilities. Simplifying advanced technologies with user-friendly software is our core competency. Booth 919 Bryan Medical Inc.; 6811 Mt. Vernon Avenue; Cincinnati, OH; 45227-4314; US.

Blairex Laboratories, Inc.; 1600 Brian Dr; Columbus, IN; 47201; US; phone: 1-812-378-1864; fax: 1-812-378-1033; Blairex Laboratories introduces the first sterile, preservativefree, saline nasal spray for irrigation available on retail shelves. Patients can enjoy the benefits of nasal irrigation conveniently and cost effectively. Patients can enjoy a pre-mixed sterile (0.9%) sodium chloride solution that is gentle and effective in flushing dust and congestion from their nasal passages.

CareCredit; 2995 Red Hill Avenue; Ste 100; Costa Mesa, CA; 92626; US; phone: 1-714-434-4152; fax: 1-800-8005830.

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Carl Zeiss Certified; 5160 Hacienda Drive; Dublin, CA; 94568; US; phone: 1-925-557-4124; fax: 1-925-557-4256.

Blue Chip Surgical Center Partners; 4760 Red Bank Expwy; Ste 222; Cincinnati, OH; 45227; US; phone: 1-513561-8900; fax: 1-513-561-8901; Blue Chip Surgical creates physician-owned ambulatory surgical centers with Ear, Nose and Throat physicians. Booth 803 Blue Tree Publishing; 8927 192nd St SW; Edmonds, WA; 98026; US; phone: 1-425-210-4743; fax: 1-425-6977155; Blue Tree Publishing provides dynamic education for ENT via animation on easy to use interactive software and learning tools (posters, models, toys and more). We provide the ability to create and manufacture animation, models, gift and more for the medical field and beyond. New models of the ear, larynx and brain that can be used for teaching or as gifts and awards. Ear Disorders software showing the basic ear disorders and great animation of common problems.

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Booth 1230 Carl Zeiss Surgical, Inc; 5160 Hacienda Drive; Dublin, CA; 94568; US; phone: 1-925-557-4124; fax: 1-925-5574256; www.zeiss.com; Carl Zeiss sells and services surgical microscopes as well as other visualization technologies into the ENT, Neurosurgery, Spine, Ophthalmology, Dental and OBGYN markets throughout the U.S. Zeiss’ products for ENT include OPMI Vario/S88 system, OPMI Sensera/S7 system, OPMI Movena/S7 system, OPMI pico/S100 system plus Prism and Vision GF loupes. Booth 1741 CCHMC Center for Hearing & Deafness; 3333 Burnet Avenue, ML 4006; Cincinnati, OH; 45229; US; phone: 1-513-636-1860; fax: 1-513-636-2261.

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Boston Medical Products, Inc.; 117 Flanders Rd; Westborough, MA; 01581; US; phone: 1-508-898-9300 x 240; fax: 1-508-366-5016; Boston Medical Products manufactures high quality otology, rhinology, laryngology, and tracheostomy products. Products include ear dressings; nasal sponges, packing, splints, stents, buttons, and epistaxis catheters; tracheostomy tubes, buttons, and speaking valves; laryngeal stents and keels; thyroplasty medialization implants; and our new line of accessories for tracheostomy and laryngectomy patients.

ChartLogic, Inc; 3995 South 700 East; Ste 200; Salt Lake City, UT; 84107; US; phone: 1-801-365-1847; fax: 1-801365-1609.

Booth 1916 BrainLAB AG; Ammerthalstrasse 8; Heimstetten; 85551; Germany; phone: 011-49-89-991568-0; fax: 011-49-89991568-33; At BrainLAB, we design software that continually provides the most innovative solutions for the full spectrum of surgical procedures. We provide you with the means to expand and lead in your specialty field – unlocking possi-

Booth 618 Chattanooga Group; 4717 Adams Rd; Hixson, TN; 37343-4001; US; phone: 1-800-592-7329; fax: 1-800-2428329; www.chattgroup.com. VitalStim Therapy offers a realistic opportunity to drastically reduce healthcare costs for dysphagia. The treatment provides substantial savings for patients, insurers, and healthcare providers, and offers the potential of significant cost savings to Medicare. As the only electrical stimulation therapy cleared by the FDA for treatment of dysphagia, patients who undergo VitalStim Therapy have moved from PEG-tube feeding to successful swallowing in an average of 14 onehour sessions.

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Booth 1304 Cochlear Americas; 400 Inverness Parkway; Ste 400; Englewood, CO; 80112; US; phone: 1-303-524-7128; fax: 1-303-792-9025; Nucleus Freedom is a revolutionary new cochlear implant system available only from Cochlear and designed for performance today with future-ready electronics for tomorrow’s innovations. Freedom is the world’s first sweat & splash resistant system and features proprietary SmartSound technologies offering clinicians and recipients alike access to the industry’s greatest flexibility.

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1-201-573-7618; www.daiichius.com; Please visit Daiichi Sankyo, Inc., marketer and distributor of Floxin威 Otic (ofloxacin otic) solution 0.3% and Evoxac威 (cevimeline HCl). Booth 446 Dale Medical Products, Inc.; 7 Cross St; PO Box 1556; Plainville, MA; 02762-1525; US; phone: 1-800-343-3980 x121; fax: 1-508-695-6587. Booth 1035

Community Health Systems; 155 Franklin Rd; Ste 400; Brentwood, TN; 37027-4693; US; phone: 1-615-465-7000; fax: 1-615-373-3095. Booth 915 ConMed Linvatec; 11311 Concept Blvd; Largo, FL; 33773; US; phone: 1-727-399-5233; fax: 1-727-399-5112; ConMed Linvatec offers the Hall Surgical CoolFlex, E9005, Osteon and Ototome Systems for endoscopic and open surgery needs. Imaging Systems are available for endoscopic sinus surgery. We solely provide bendable shaver blades and Adenoid Curettes with a reusable handle and disposable blades. Booth 1410 Cook Incorporated; 750 Daniels Way; P.O. Box 489; Bloomington, IN; 47402; US; phone: 1-812-339-2235; fax: 1-812-339-3704. Booth 1926 Court Square Leasing Corporation; 14 Great Valley Pkwy; Ste 100; Malvern, PA; 19355; US; phone: 1-888-4778273; fax: 1-888-217-1799; Court Square Leasing is a subsidiary of Provident Bank; a $7 Billion publicly traded (PBKS) bank founded in 1884. We offer a variety of Equipment Leasing services with fixed payments, flexible structures, low rates and simple documentation all with our commitment to efficient and responsive service. Booth 1511 Cyberonics; 100 Cyberonics Blvd; Houston, TX; 77058; US; phone: 1-281-228-7583; fax: 1-281-853-1207; Cyberonics, Inc. designs, develops and markets the VNS Therapy System, an implantable medical device used for the treatment of pharmacoresistant epilepsy since 1997 and treatment-resistant depression since 2005. More than 35,000 patients in 24 countries have been treated with VNS Therapy.

Designs for Vision, Inc.; 760 Koehler Ave; Ronkonkoma, NY; 11779; US; phone: 1-800-585-3300; fax: 1-631-585-3404; Designs for Vision Surgical Telescopes are available in Galilean (2.5X, 3.5X, 4.5X) and Expanded Field Prismatic (2.5X, 3.5X, 4.5X, 6.0X) designs and are available in new lightweight Titanium frames. The Daylite Xenon 300 is the first New Generation XeNon Headlight: streamlined, lightweight, durable and comfortable. . .XeNon as it should be. Booth 1312 Devilbiss/Sunrise Medical HHG Inc.; 100 Devilbiss Dr; Somerset, PA; 15501-2125; US; phone: 1-781-647-8555; fax: 1-814-443-7597. Booth 541 Direct Billing Associates, Inc.; 309 Moody St; Fl 2; Waltham, MA; 02453-5206; US; phone: 1-781-647-8555; fax: 1-781-647-8553. Booth 816 Doc’s Proplugs, Inc.; 416 Lighthouse Avenue; Santa Cruz, CA; 95060; US; phone: 1-831-425-3956; fax: 1-831425-7767. Booth 2009 DocuTAP; 2329 N Career Avenue; Ste 205; Sioux Falls, SD; 57107; US; phone: 1-605-336-6962; fax: 1-605-2754009; DocuTAP offers an intuitive and complete clinical EMR and Practice Management workflow solution tailored to select medical specialties. The solution is designed to improve the quality of patient care, ease the burdens of the care providers, and increase the profitability of the clinic. DocuTAP assists in meeting the needs of the providers, clinical staff, and ultimately the patient by building a trusting, collaborative, long-term relationship with its customers. Booth 934

Booth 1206 Daiichi Pharmaceutical Corporation; 11 Philips Pkwy; Montvale, NJ; 07645; US; phone: 1-201-573-7003; fax:

E. Benson Hood Laboratories; 575 Washington St; Pembroke, MA; 02359; US; phone: 1-781-826-7573; fax: 1-781-826-3899.

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Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) Journal; 3800 Lakeside Ave E; Ste 201; Cleveland, OH; 44114; US; phone: 1-216-3919100; fax: 1-216-391-9200; ENT Journal provides the most recent peer-reviewed original clinical articles and case reports in otolaryngology-head and neck medicine. Regular features include several hands-on ENT Clinics, editorials, product marketplace, three (3) credit continuing medical education exams, and a reader service card program. Stop by our booth for more information.

Endocraft LLC; 3 Catalpa Rd; Providence, RI; 02906; US; phone: 1-401-454-7267; fax: 1-401-331-2742; Endocraft exclusively produces and sells the Zeitels surgical laryngoscope, the true gallows suspension device, and non-coring, reusable, vocal fold infusion needles.

Booth 935 Eckel Industries of Canada Ltd; 15 Allison Ave; Morrisburg; KOC 1X0; Canada; phone: 1-613-543-2967; fax: 1-613-543-4173. Booth 1239 Ecleris; Av Mitre 3690; Munro; Buenos Aires; B1605BUS; Argentina; phone: 011-54-11-4721-9111; fax: 011-54-11-4721-0888; ENT microscopes, beam splitters, adaptors for CCD cameras, digital photo cameras, endoscopic cameras, full digital imaging. Videonystagmograph single and double camera, air otocalorimeter, laser optokinetical stimulator, computerized audiometers and rhinomanometers, endoscopic halogen and xenon light sources with CCD cameras, electrosurgical units. NEW Laryngostroboscope. Laryngostroboscope now from Ecleris. A 350 xenon light laryngostroboscope, fully automated, for flexible and rigid endoscopes. Booth 1525 Ellman International, Inc.; 3333 Royal Ave; Oceanside, NY; 11572; US; phone: 1-516-267-6582; fax: 1-516-267-6583; Ellman International presents the Surgitron IEC Dual Frequency. This device utilizes 4.0 MHz for cut, blend, and coag. Bipolar utilizes 1.7 MHz. It provides pressureless incisions with minimal tissue alteration, superior biopsy specimens and excellent cosmetic results. Please visit our booth for a demonstration on how radiosurgery can benefit your practice. Booth 103 Elsevier Science; 1 Goldthorne Avenue; Toronto, On; M8Z5s7; Canada; phone: 1-416-253-3640; fax: 1-888-3599534; The name you trust for the information you need – Saunders, Mosby, Churchill Livingstone, Butterworth-Heinemann, Hanley & Belfus, MDConsult and FIRSTConsult are all part of Elsevier Canada, a team of leading publishers dedicated to meeting the information needs of health science professionals. We publish high-quality textbooks, references, periodicals, and electronic products in the fields of medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and the health professions. Trust Elsevier Canada – Health Sciences Division to bring you the foremost resources in your field!

Booth 826 Endure Medical, Inc.; 1455 Ventura Dr; Cumming, GA; 30040; US; phone: 1-800-736-3873; 770-888-3991; www. enduremed.com; We offer both new and refurbished microscopes for the office and O.R. All systems come with a complete 2-year warranty including parts and labor. We also offer new video systems, in-house repairs/upgrades and a large inventory of parts for all brands of microscopes. Visit our booth for special Academy pricing. Booth 830 ENT News; Pinpoint Scotland, Ltd; 9 Gayfield Square; Edinburgh, Scotland; EH1 3NT; UK; phone: 1-44-131-5574184; fax: 1-44-131-557-4701. Booth 1931 Envisionier Medical Technologies, LLC; 7881 Beechcraft Ave; Ste B2; Gaithersburg, MD; 20879-1524; US. Booth 603 EPIC Hearing Healthcare; 17870 Castleton St; # 320; City of Industry, CA; 91748; US; phone: 1-626-723-2149; fax: 1-626-913-6454. Booth 318 Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc.; 4545 Creek Rd; Cincinnati, OH; 45242; US; phone: 1-513-337-8645; Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. develops and markets advanced medical devices for minimally invasive and open surgical procedures, focusing on procedure-enabling devices for the interventional diagnosis and treatment of conditions in general and bariatric surgery, as well as gastrointestinal health, gynecology and surgical oncology. Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (EES) is the world’s leading manufacturer of medical devices for minimally invasive and open surgical procedures. EES will focus on the new Harmonic ACE and the Harmonic family of ultrasonic instruments for cutting and coagulation of soft tissue when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. Booth 1343 European Federation of Otolaryngology Societies (EUFOS); Operugasse 20B; Vienna; A020; Austria; phone: 1-43-1-588-04-116; fax: 1-43-1-588-04-185.

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Fahal Medizintechnik - Vertrieb GMBH; August Horch; Koeln/Cologne; Koeln/Cologne; 51149; Germany; phone: 1-49-2203-2980-0; fax: 1-49-2203-2980-118.

Grace Medical, Inc.; 8500 Wolf Lake Drive Ste 110; Memphis, TN; 38133; US; phone: 1-901-386-0990; fax: 1-901-386-0950; Grace Medical is a manufacturer of middle ear prostheses, stapes prostheses, and tympanoplasty tubes. Grace Medical’s implants are made from ASTM67 grade Titanium and are suitable for MRI imaging. Innovation, quality and experience are all attributes which make Grace Medical a consideration for your patients’ success in hearing again.

Booth 606 GE Healthcare; 439 S Union St; Lawrence, MA; 01843; US; phone: 1-801-201-6164; fax: 1-801-536-4901; www. gehealthcare.com; GE is dedicated to helping transform healthcare delivery by driving critical breakthroughs in technology. Our expertise in medical imaging and information technologies, medical diagnostics, patient monitor systems, drug discovery, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies is enabling professionals around the world to discover new ways to predict, diagnose, and treat disease earlier.

Booth 332 Greenway Medical Technologies; 121 Greenway Blvd; Carrollton, GA; 30117-4293; US; phone: 1-770-836-3100; fax: 1-770-836-3200. Booth 1604, 1806

Booth 636 General Home Pharmacy; 755 Lakefield Road; Ste D; Westlake Village, CA; 91361-2644; US; phone: 1-805-7777800; fax: 1-805-777-9204. Booth 1740 General Surgical Company (I) PVT. LTD.; G-6 Gee Gee Crescent; 114 Poonamallee High Rd; Chennai, Tamil Nedu; 600084; India; phone: 1-91-044-8259602; fax: 1-91044-8259439; We are an ISO 9001-2000 certified Company manufactured and exporting of Surgical Instruments for Otology, Micro Ear, Rhinology, FESS, Oral & Tonsil, Laryngoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Oesophagoscopy in India for more than 40 years, supplying durable, reliable, and quality surgical instruments to both Domestic & International markets.

Gyrus ACMI; 2925 Appling Rd; Bartlett, TN; 38133; US; phone: 1-901-373-0243; fax: 1-901-373-0276; www.gyrus-ent.com; Gyrus ENT is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality products for the ENT specialty. By providing goods and services for the otologist, rhinologist, and laryngologist, Gyrus ENT has established itself as a full-line company providing for both hospital and office-based procedures. PK diego combines the diego platform and Gyrus’ proprietary electrosurgery technology in an instrument that allows conventional powered dissection and control of normal bleeding intraoperatively. The WorkStation, powered by Gyrus’ proprietary PK Technology, delivers Temperature-Controlled Radio Frequency and PlasmaCision outputs to enable a wide range of Head and Neck procedures.

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Genzyme Corporation; 500 Kendall St; Cambridge, MA; 02142-1108; US: phone: 1-484-883-3423; fax: 1-610793-2848.

Hanson Medical Inc.; PO Box 1296; Kingston, WA; 98346; US; phone: 1-360-297-1997; fax: 1-360-297-1998.

Global Medical Endoscopy; 4345 E. Lowell St.; Ste L; Ontario, CA; 91761; phone: 1-909-563-8510; fax: 1-909-5638256. Booth 1216, 1217 Global Surgical Corp.; 3610 Tree Ct Industrial Blvd; St Louis, MO; 63122; US; phone: 1-619-449-9543; fax: 1-619449-6054.

Heine; 1 Washington St; Ste 555; Dover, NH; 03820; US; phone: 1-800-367-4872; fax: 1-603-742-7217; Visit Heine for a demonstration of our market leading Otoscopes and surgical headlights, as well as our full line of loupes and ENT accessories. Booth 1834 Henry Schein Otolaris; 727 E. Utah Valley Drive; # 500; American Fork, UT; 84003; US; phone: 1-801-763-9300; fax: 1-801-763-9336.

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GN Otometrics; 125 Commerce Dr; Schaumburg, IN; 60173; US; phone: 1-847-534-6920; fax: 1-847-534-2151.

Hill Dermaceuticals; 2680 S Mellonville Ave; Sanford, FL; 32773; US; phone: 1-407-323-1887; fax: 1-407-649-

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Booth 1145 Hospital Information Services (Canada); PO Box 4100; Georgetown, On; L7G4Y4; Canada; phone: 1-800-265-0327; fax: 1-905-873-4510; Hospital Information Services (Canada) is part of an international network disseminating authoritative information regarding clinical strategies to avoid allogeneic blood transfusion and facilitating access to health care for patients who are Jehovah’s Witnesses. Professional educational materials, outlining cost-effective management of hemorrhage and anemia without allogeneic transfusion, are available without charge. Booth 1735 Image Stream Medical, LLC; 300 Foster St; Littleton, MA; 01460; US; phone: 1-978-486-8494; fax: 1-978-4282694; Image Stream Medical is the market leader for surgical image management solutions. From stand-alone surgical video documentation to enterprise class surgical video networks, ISM is the clear choice. Our Main-Stream OR family of products includes image routing, recording, digital streaming, video editing and networked integration into the EMR. New to Image Stream Medical’s product line up for surgical and clinical image management are solutions for image routing, digital streaming and networked integration into the EMR. Stop by our booth at the 2006 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO and see our products in action. Booth 1905 iMedica Corporation; 3333 Earhart; Ste 210; Carrollton, TX; 75006; US; phone: 1-214-206-3654; fax: 1-214-2063666; iMedica Patient Relationship Manager unites iMedica’s electronic health record system with practice management functions in one application and database. Optimized for a Tablet PC, the system gives physicians the flexibility to type, click, talk, hand-write and draw with the tablet stylus, allowing them to chart faster than with paper. Booth 1015 IMMCO Diagnostics; 60 Pineview Drive; Buffalo, NY; 14228; US; phone: 1-716-691-0091x130; fax: 1-716-6910466. Booth 105 IMTEC Corporation; 2401 North Commerce; Ardmore, OK; 73401-1280; US; phone: 1-580-223-4456; fax: 1-580223-4561. Booth 1515 InfluENT Medical; 28 Commercial St; Concord, NH; 03301; US; phone: 1-985-789-4709; fax: 1-985-792-1238;

InfluENT manufactures and markets the Repose GAHM (Genioglossus Advancement, Hyoid Myotomy) procedures for the surgical treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Combined with UPPP, studies reveal an average 75%-90% reduction in post-surgical patient Respiratory Disturbance Index. InfluENT also markets SleepStrip, a low cost, at-home, unattended sleep study for snoring and OSA.

Booth 645 Informa Healthcare; 270 Madison Avenue; New York, NY; 10016; US; phone: 1-212-520-2754; fax: 1-212-6854540.

Booth 931 INHealth Technologies; 1110 Mark Ave; Carpinteria, CA; 93013; US; phone: 1-805-684-9337; fax: 1-805-6848594; InHealth Technologies, market leader in surgical voice restoration products for over 28 years, offers Blom-Singer® voice prostheses and accessories, hands-free speech valves, and heat and moisture exchange systems. InHealth also features HydroPore and Bac-T Bacteriostatic packs, Freeman Frontal Sinus Stent, and Katz Extractor Oto-Rhino Foreign Body Remover.

Booth 926 Insta-Mold Products, Inc.; 640 Hollow Rd; Oaks, PA; 19456-0439; US; phone: 1-610-935-7270; fax: 1-610-9357271; Insta-Mold Products manufactures “Insta-Mold Featherweight” instant silicones for floatable custom swim plugs made directly in your office or clinic in only minutes. The Insta-Mold Process offers “The Ultimate Custom Fit” and immediate delivery with a highly durable and hydrophobic silicone. Available in 10 different colors. Insta-Mold Products now offers its Insta-Mold Featherweight Silicones in a pre-packaged Multi-Color Kit. This package offers eight of our most popular colors in one low cost start up kit. This kit is a great way to get off to a flying start with Insta-Mold without a large investment.

Booth 632 Instrumentarium; 1273 St Louis St; PO Box 120; Terrebonne, QU; J6W 3L5; Canada; phone: 1-800-361-1502; fax: 1-450-471-1030; Instrumentarium has been providing ENT surgeons with the highest quality surgical instruments for almost 30 years. Instrument designs and specifications are provided by leading surgeons worldwide. La diffe´rence. . . that makes the difference. To fully meet your needs, we’ve developed our own brand of surgical instruments that is on the cutting edge of technology.

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Intelligent Hearing Systems; 6860 SW 81st Street; Miami, FL; 33155; US; phone: 1-800-447-9783; fax: 1-305-6686102; 1-305-668-6103; Intelligent Hearing Systems has dedicated the past 23 years to developing and refining costeffective methods for hearing evaluation. The systems allow for screening and complete diagnostic testing using Evoked Potentials (EcochG, ABR, eABR, VEMP, ASSR, MLR, P300), Otoacoustic Emissions (DPOAE, TrOAE, SOAE), and Audiometry (IVRA) techniques. Many options, One Smart System. Screen newborns and infants for hearing loss using leading edge Auditory Steady State Response (ASSR) technologies. The SmartEP-ASSR Screener utilizes standard click stimuli and provides PASS or REFER results at any desired intensity level in either SPL or nHL measures.

Invotec International, Inc.; 6833 Phillips Industrial Blvd; Jacksonville, FL; 32256-3029; US; phone: 1-800-9988580 or 1-904-880-1229; fax: 1-904-886-9517; Invotec International, Inc. can supply most of the needs of an Otolaryngologist: Otology: Bone Cement, Titanium Implants, Ventilation Tubes, Instruments, Silicone, PVA Packing Rhinology: External and Internal Splints, Silicone Sheeting, Implants, PVA Nasal Packing, Sinus Packs, Balloon Catheters, Instruments, Sinus Scopes Larynogolgy: Instruments Facial Plastics: Swiss Therapy, Implants, Instruments Invotec International, Inc. is now carrying a line of single use Adenoid Curettes. These are packaged Sterile. Multiple sizes are available.

Booth 1810 IntelliNetX; 2301 W 205th St; Ste 102; Torrance, CA; 90501; US; phone: 1-310-328-0477; fax: 1-310-328-0697; www.intellinetx.com; The IntelliNetX System is a compact analytical instrument ideally suited for field use. It allows you to conduct ENG tests anywhere. A Heavy-duty, rolling carry case makes it simple to set up and use. Everything needed for ENG testing is provided, including an air irrigator and hardcopy printer.

Booth 1913 IRIDEX Corporation; 1212 Terra Bella Ave; Mountain View, CA; 94043; US; phone: 1-650-962-8848; fax: 1-650940-4738. Booth 1404 Itamar Medical Ltd.; 2 Haeshel St; Caesarea; 38900; IS; Isreal; phone: 1-972-4-6177006; fax: 1-972-4-6275598.

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Booth 755 Interamerican Association of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology; Rua Mato Grosso 306 CONJ 1511; Sao Paulo; Sao Paulo; 01239-040; Brazil; phone: 55413016-5861; fax: 55413338-7187; It is a medical association created in 1995 to promote health by generating and disseminating knowledge with excellence of quality, guiding the actions within ethics and social responsibility. It gathers delegates from 15 countries of the American Continent (especially Latin America). It counts on approximately 5,500 members in 32 countries.

Booth 920 Jaco Enterprises, Inc.; 740 W Aire Libre Avenue; Phoenix, AZ; 85023; US; phone: 1-602-942-1191; fax: 1-800-6780078; 1-602-482-2216; www.earbandit.com; Quality ear protection products for swimming and bathing including PUTTY BUDDIES soft, silicone ear plugs and the EAR BAND-IT headband. Patented system developed by an ENT physician. Perfect for children and adults with ear tubes and perforations. Helps prevent otitis externa. Available in a variety of fun or discreet colors. Jaco Enterprises, Inc.; The EAR BAND-IT headband is now available in camouflage for medium and large sizes. PUTTY BUDDIES ear plugs now in a new “Red, White and Blue” 3-pair pack. Booth 642 JCB Laboratories; 3510 North Ridge Road, Ste 910; Wichita, KS; 67205; US; phone: 1-316-773-0405; fax: 1-316773-0406; JCB Laboratories is a specialty pharmacy providing antibiotic and antifungal nasal sprays and nasal irrigations. JCB specializes in preparing pharmaceutical products that are specific to an individual patient’s needs. JCB compounds amphotericin and itraconazole nasal irrigation solutions and nasal sprays for use in patient’s with eosinophilic fungal rhinosinusitis. In addition, JCB also prepares corticosteroid and antibiotic sprays specific to an individual patient’s needs.

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Interacoustics; 7625 Golden Triangle Dr; Eden Prairie, MN; 55344; US; phone: 1-800-947-6334; fax: 1-952-9034100; Specifically developed for clinical and diagnostic testing, the Interacoustics product line covers a complete range of audiometers and immittance instruments as well as advanced ABR, VNG, OAE and acoustic rhinometry products. Interconnect via our proprietary database software program or NOAH. Many of the instruments also offer direct printout options. New from Interacoustics! The Equinox stand-alone unit is a PC-based, two-channel, clinical audiometer. Desktop or mounted in a sound booth, it connects from the hardware to your PC with just one cable to the USB. A better connection means fewer errors, and less time spent readjusting equipment.

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Booth 418 JEDMED Instrument Company; 5416 Jedmed Court; St. Louis, MO; 63129; US; phone: 1-314-845-3770; fax: 1-314-845-3771; JEDMED is a world leader in the development and production of specialized products for ENT. Our complete line of products include patient chairs, treatment cabinets, microscopes, ENT scopes, middle ear implants, nasal splints, instruments, headlights, video cameras, laryngeal stroboscopy, nasal packings, temporal bone lab simulator, and an otologic drill. JEDMED is proud to introduce our new Temporal Bone Simulator. This computer based system delivers an intraoperative 3 dimensional view of the temporal bone and surrounding anatomy. A unique handpiece provides realistic surgical feedback to the operator to achieve a virtual reality surgical situation. Booth 2025 Johnson & Johnson Wound Management; Route 22 West; Somerville, NJ; 8876; US; phone: 1-908-218-2517; fax: 1-908-218-2246. Booth 436 Karger Publishers; 26 West Avon Rd; PO Box 529; Farmington, CT; 06085; US; phone: 1-860-675-7834; fax: 1-860-675-7302; Publications include the books Streptococcal Pharyngitis and Tinnitus Rehabilitation by Retraining, the book series Advances in Oto-Rhino-Laryngology (latest Volume No. 62: Current Research in Head and Neck Cancer) and the journals Audiology and Neurotology and ORL.

tient management software. Visit KAYPENTAX at AAOHNSF. Booth 2004 Kirwan Surgical Products; 180 Enterprise Dr; Marshfield, MA; 02050; US; phone: 1-781-834-9500; fax: 1-781834-0022; Kirwan Surgical Products manufactures a complete line of bipolar and monopolar electrosurgical specialty equipment for ENT and spinal surgical procedures. Kirwan offers an exclusive line of nonstick bipolar forceps which are available either reusable or disposable. In addition to forceps, Kirwan manufactures bipolar and monopolar cables, pencils, and generators. Booth 1434 KLS-Martin, LP; PO Box 50249; Jacksonville, FL; 32250; US; phone: 1-904-641-7746; fax: 1-904-641-7378; KLS-MARTIN, LP offers complete ranges of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery products. Fixation systems are available in either titanium or bio-resorbable material. The bio-resorbable ResorbX System features a completely non-crystalline polymer. KLS-Martin is also the industry leader in Distraction Osteogenesis devices for Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. Additionally we offer a complete line of surgical instruments. Booth 431

Karl Storz Endoscopy-America, Inc.; 600 Corporate Pointe; Culver City, CA; 90230-7600; US; phone: 1-310-3388100; fax: 1-310-410-5537; Karl Storz Endoscopy-America, Inc., an international leader in endoscopic equipment and instruments, designs, engineers, manufactures and market products with an emphasis on visionary design, precision craftsmanship and clinical effectiveness. Karl Storz has what is probably the industry’s most complete line of endoscopic equipment, offering over 15,000 products encompassing 13 specialties.

Kurz Medical, Inc.; 320 Decker Drive; Irving, TX; 75062; US; phone: 1-972-672-2837; fax: 1-972-719-2613; Kurz Medical was the first company to develop Titanium implants for the ENT surgeon. Products include Middle Ear, Thyroplasty, Eye Lid Weight implants, Myringotomy tubes, and ENT instrumentation. Our focus is on more effective and efficient products which allow the surgeon to achieve the objectives of improved patient quality of life. Kurz Medical has introduced a new stapes implant which enables the surgeon to bridge the ossicles from the malleus handle to the fixed footplate (Malleovestibulopexy). The implant, consisting of Grade 2, pure titanium, features a unique micro-ball joint construction. This allows compensation for the additional required lengths and angles encountered in these procedures.

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KAYPENTAX; 2 Bridgewater Lane; Lincoln Park, NJ; 07035-1488; US; phone: 1-800-289-5297; fax: 1-973-6286363; KAYPENTAX offers imaging and clinical assessment instrumentation for the upper aero-digestive tract used in laryngology and dysphagia clinics worldwide. These include digital stroboscopy, a full line of flexible endoscopes (fiberoptic, videoscopes, and TNE), swallowing instrumentation, pulsed dye laser system, acoustic analysis products, and pa-

Leica Microsystems; 90 Boroline Rd; Allendale, NJ; 07401-1630; US; phone: 1-800-526-0355 x5968; fax: 1-201236-5908; Leica continues as an innovator in the field of otolaryngology and neuro-otology. The F40 has high grade motorized optics on a smaller maneuverable compact stand. Completing the Leica line of otology microscopes is the M400 for simplicity in the operating room, and the MS-3, fully motorized and IGS compatible.

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LifeCell Corporation; One Millennium Way; Branchburg, NJ; 08876; US; phone: 1-908-947-1100; fax: 1-908947-1200; LifeCell Corporation is a bioengineering company engaged in the development and commercialization of tissue regeneration and cell preservation products. Through cutting edge technology, LifeCell Corporation offers Physicians AlloDerm, acellular dermal graft, Repliform, tissue regeneration matrix, and Cymetra, for the replacement of lost or damaged tissue.

Lumenis Inc; 2400 Condensa St; Santa Clara, CA; 95051; US; phone: 1-877-586-3647; fax: 1-408-727-2207.

Booth 813 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 530 Walnut St; Philadelphia, PA; 19106; US; phone: 1-215-521-8806; fax: 1-215521-8493; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW) is a leading publisher of medical references for physicians, nurses, students and specialized clinicians. Visit LWW’s booth at AAO to purchase the essential otolaryngologic references you need. Be sure to visit LWW.com for the latest product information and special offers available. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is proud to bring you the new edition of a trusted resource, Surgery of the Ear and Temporal Bone, 2e. This expanded text/atlas focuses on surgical techniques and decision-making. Coverage includes techniques, patient examination and evaluation, surgical indications, contraindications and complications. Detailed illustrations complement the text. Booth 531 Lisa Laser; 9232 Klemetson Dr; Pleasanton, CA; 94588; US; phone: 1-925-468-0433; fax: 1-925-399-5984; RevoLix Jr is the first new laser to be designed specifically for surgical applications in the office as well as the OR. The wavelength is 2 micron, with a target chromophore of water. Energy is delivered through flexible, reusable and autoclavable fibers. The device is portable and requires only 110V. Booth 731 Lone Star Medical Products, Inc.; 11211 Cash Rd; Stafford, TX; 77477; US; phone: 1-281-340-6052; fax: 1-281-340-6091; Lone Star Retractor System is a lightweight self-retaining retractor that provides excellent retraction and exposure for surgeries of the head/neck areas. The retractor models are articulated for anatomical conformity. The elastic stays allow quick, easy adjustment during surgery to provide excellent exposure without the clutter of blades and clamps. Lone Star Medical Products announces the introduction of its new lightweight reusable 25cm square 1110 Retractor Ring, suitable for procedures of the lateral regions of head and neck. An Extender Set is also available which, when used with the 1110 Retractor, increases the possible assembled sizes for maximum versatility.

Booth 818 Luxtec Corporation; 99 Hartwell St; West Boylston, MA; 01583; US; phone: 1-508-835-9700; fax: 1-508-8359717; Luxtec offers illumination and visualization systems including: Xenon light sources, headband-mounted video camera systems, head-up display (Critical Data Viewer), headlights, fiber-optic cables, digital video recorders, Sony monitors and printers, surgical loupes and carts. Booth 1634 Mahe International, Inc.; 468 Craighead St; Nashville, TN; 37204; US; phone: 1-615-269-7256; fax: 1-615-2694605. Booth 614 Maico Diagnostics; 7625 Golden Triangle Dr; Eden Prairie, MN; 55344; US; phone: 1-952-278-4423; fax: 1-952-9034100; Brand new middle ear analyzer! The Maico MI34 includes reflexes and reflex decay tests that are usually only found on more expensive diagnostic equipment. See the latest in screening, diagnostic and portable audiometers; tympanometers and OAE test systems at our booth #614. New MI34 middle ear analyzer with the added functions of reflexes and reflex decay tests that are usually only found on more expensive diagnostic equipment. This screener/diagnostic tympanometer also features ipsi and contra tests as well as perforated and intact ETF testing. Booth 1347 Management Plus; 3100 Pinebrook Road; Ste 2000; Park City, UT; 84098; US; phone: 1-435-647-0103; fax: 1-435647-0104. Booth 1048 Marcap Corporation; 200 W Jackson; Ste 2000; Chicago, IL; 60606-6942; US; phone: 1-312-641-6323; fax: 1-312-425-2442. Booth 1529 Marina Medical Instruments, Inc.; 2761 N 29 Ave; Hollywood, FL; 33020-1512; US; phone: 1-954-924-4418; fax: 1-954-924-4419; You won’t find a better value for your German instrument purchases anywhere else. We are the Doctor’s Wholesaler and offer options for your needle holder, scissor, nasal specula, rasp, curette, chisel, clamp, & retractor needs. We also specialize in Rhinoplasty and other cosmetic procedures & carry garments, headlights, and office setups.

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Booth 1925 Market Access Partners; 3236 Meadow View Rd; Evergreen, CO; 80439-9502; US; phone: 1-303-526-1900; fax: 1-303-526-7920; Market Access Partners provides Market Research Consulting to the Medical Device and Pharmaceutical industries. We use innovative qualitative and quantitative methodologies to research opinions of physicians, nurses and patients. We offer a management-orientated approach to product development and marketing. Booth 704 McKeon Products, Inc.; 25460 Guenther; Warren, MI; 48091; US; phone: 1-586-427-7560; fax: 1-586-427-7204; Inventor/manufacturer of Mack’s, the original and #1-selling moldable silicone earplugs; McKeon manufactures a full range of moldable and pre-molded silicone and foam earplugs for a variety of uses. The Mack’s product line also includes a sleep mask, ear drying aids and earwax removal drops. Visit us for free samples. Mack’s EarDryer was invented by an ENT doctor to safely and effectively dry the outer ear canal with warm, soothing air, helping prevent otitis externa. Mack’s EarDryer is great for use after water activities, workouts, hearing aid use, etc. Cordless/rechargeable, it dries the outer ear canal in about one minute. Booth 1433 MD Logic, Inc.; 2170 Satellite Blvd; Ste 435; Duluth, GA; 30097; US; phone: 1-770-497-1560; fax: 1-770-4971469; MD Logic is a touch screen technology software allowing physicians to document clinical data with the simplist input device. The WorldWide EMR/EHR will take the ENT practice to a paperless solution at a scheduled pace that fits the physician’s needs. Booth 607 MED-EL Corporation, NA; 2222 E Hwy 54; Suite 8180; Durham, NC; 27713; US; phone: 1-919-314-3002; fax: 1-919-314-3009; MED-EL offers a research heritage spanning 30 years, and is currently pioneering cochlear implant technology and research worldwide. Individuals with severeto-profound hearing loss in over 70 countries benefit from the advanced technology of MED-EL Cochlear Implant Systems. MED-EL’s new PULSAR CI100 Cochlear Implant represents a culmination of decades of research and the next great step in scientific development. In addition to the wealth of technology available with MED-EL’s previous cochlear implant systems, PULSAR CI100 introduces the new I100 electronics platform. Booth 546 Medical Concepts, Inc.; 41558 Eastman Dr; Ste D; Murrieta, CA; 92562; US; phone: 1-951-894-7348; fax: 1-951304-7562; ENT/FACIAL related products. Newly developed

“Romo Guard” post-operative protective shield along with our Ear Dressing Kit complete with our Universal size. Silicone Ear Protectors, Sheehy-House Powder Insufflators, assortment of surgical drapes, Eye Protectors, Temporal Bone Portable Drill system. All items Latex free. Call regarding custom products. Booth 2006 Medical Digital Developers, LLC; 767 Lexington Avenue; Ste 505; New York, NY; 10021; US; phone: 1-212-2232660; fax: 1-212-223-0169. Booth 1725 Medical Energy, Inc.; PO Box 12545; Pensacola, FL; 32591-2545; US; phone: 1-850-476-8113; fax: 1-850-4691746; Introducing our Lightforce Contact Laser Technology. For incision, excision, vaporization and coagulation when performing Tonsillectomy, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Laryngoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Head/Neck Surgery, Oral/Sleep Apnea Surgery, and many other ENT procedures, we offer our Lightforce LF-20/30 Gold Laser complimented by our Laserpowertouch fiber delivery systems. Medical Energy - Lasers Revolutionized! Medical Energy, Inc. introduces our Lightforce LF-20/30 980nm Gold Contact Laser System with voice command and remote diagnostic software, complimented by our Laserpowertouch Fiber Delivery Systems that are adaptable to other surgical instrumentation and visual guidance technology. Lightforce Lasers and Laserpowertouch, the finest combination of laser surgery technology - ever! Booth 1408 Medical Modeling LLC; 17301 W Colfax Ave; Ste 300; Golden, CO; 80401; US; phone: 1-888-273-5344; fax: 1-303277-6463; Medical Modeling the leader in making custom anatomical models for treatment guidance, implant design & medical-legal communication. Using your patient’s CT scan data, we provide an accurate, physical model of the patient’s anatomy for pre-operative planning. Stop by our booth to learn more about this exciting new technology. Booth 1532 Medical Technology, Inc. (MTI); 3655 West Ninigret Drive; Salt Lake City, UT; 84104; US; phone: 1-801-8875114; fax: 1-801-952-0548; www.mti-inc.us; MTI will have on display more than fifteen different ENT exam and procedure chairs, treatment cabinets, surgery tables, operating and exam stools and much more. Our low voltage motor technology and rugged construction make MTI the “talk of the specialty.” MTI will exhibit a new “LRX” option for our treatment chairs, which allow the operator to stand or sit extremely

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close to the patient or to eliminate patients tripping over the footrest of traditional ENT chairs. Booth 1345 Medifix Inc.; 8727 Naragannsett; Morton Grove, IL; 60053; US; phone: 1-847-965-1898; fax: 1-847-965-1899; Medifix Inc. manufactures and repairs rigid, semi-flexible and flexible endoscopes. We repair to OEM specifications and offer free loaners and evaluations. We also offer a trade-in program for used equipment with purchase of a new device. All of our endoscopic models are autoclavable and come with a one-year warranty. Booth 929 MediNotes Corporation; 1025 Ashworth Rd; Ste 222; West Des Moines, IA; 50265; US; phone: 1-515-327-8850; fax: 1-515-327-8856; Life is hard enough - MediNotes e makes it easier. With the most refined note writing functionality in the industry, advanced workflow capabilities and a revolutionary new zero navigation design, MediNotes e transcends the normal routine and gives complete control over your clinical records. Installed in over 3,500 practices nationwide. Booth 508 MEDIPLAST; Stenyxegatan 25c; Malmo¨; 21376; Sweden; phone: 011-46-40-671-23-00; fax: 011-46-40-671-2310; www.mediplast.com; MEDIPLAST offers high quality Single Use ENT suction devices that are quickly setup, easy to use and value priced. Designed together with practicing Otorhinolaryngologists. The Single Use suction devices are specially angled allowing the physician unobstructed view with microscope. Swift connector system allows quick change of the devices during surgery. MEDIPLAST is pleased to announce that our range of Single Use suction devices has increased with many new models and sizes. Mediplast Single Use suction devices and accessories are now on display in our booth.

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healthcare organizations. Clients range in size from small medical offices to teaching hospitals to medical societies. Developing and optimizing your web presence on the Internet is our goal. Booth 106 Medtronic ENT; 6743 Southpoint Dr N; Jacksonville, FL; 32216-6218; US; phone: 1-904-279-7571; fax: 1-904281-0966; Medtronic ENT is a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of surgical products for use by ENT specialists. Medtronic ENT markets over 5,000 surgical products worldwide addressing the major ENT subspecialties – Sinus, Rhinology, Laryngology, Otology, and Pediatric ENT. Medtronic ENT is a driving force in least invasive surgical procedures, including Image Guided Surgery. Booth 1341 Mega Medical Co., Ltd.; 4F KT Bldg 681-1 Deungchon-3 Dong; Kangseo-Ku; Seoul; 157730; Korea; phone: 011-82-2-3662-4493; fax: 011-82-2-3661-0120; www. megamedical.co.kr; We provide total ENT treatment and diagnostic unit, patient chair and visual system. It is to provide a moderate level visual system with all the necessary functions and 410,000 pixel CCD camera to handle it. Our new ENT unit is the mobile type unit (Model No. 1100). Our ENT unit can be used with visual system together with all kinds of rigid endoscopes. It is very easy to move and very functional item not only in treatment rooms but in ERs & operating rooms instead of normal suction unit. Booth 1420 Merck U.S. Human Health; 351 N. Sumneytown Pike; UG3A-21; North Wales, PA; 19454; US; phone: 1-267-3053065; fax: 1-267-305-1266; Merck & Co., Inc. is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first. We cordially invite you to visit our exhibit featuring SINGULAIR® (Montelukast Sodium). Inquiries about our professional, informational and educational services are welcomed.

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Booth 1539 MedNet Technologies, Inc.; 1975 Linden Blvd; Ste 407; Elmont, NY; 11003; US; phone: 1-516-285-2200; fax: 1-516285-1685; MedNet Technologies designs, hosts and manages websites for medical and dental practices, hospitals and other

Booth 1334 Micromedical Technologies, Inc.; 10 Kemp Dr; Chatham, IL; 62629; US; phone: 1-217-483-2122; fax: 1-217-483-4533. Booth 1826 Micromedics; 1270 Eagan Industrial Rd; St. Paul, MN; 55121-1385; US; phone: 1-800-624-5662; fax: 1-888-5040606; www.micromedics.com; Micromedics manufactures and markets: ●The EarPopper middle ear insufflation device for nonsurgical treatment of otitis media ● Implants and instruments for ENT surgery

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Mediplay, Inc; 1520-3 Brookside Drive; Raleigh, NC; 27604; US; 1-919-341-8582; fax: 1-919-341-7607; Introducing MediPlay, a custom practice building and patient communication tool for your waiting room. MediPlay will inform, educate and motivate patients about your practice using custom video displayed on a commercial plasma screen. MediPlay - Your practice in motion.

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● Instru-Safe modular systems for protecting and sterilizing surgical instruments ● FibriJet single-use instruments for dispensing biomaterials such as fibrin tissue sealant and plasma gel. The new Vacutract safely and easily removes problematic foreign objects from ear and nose cavities. Vacutract features a malleable suction cup and a special adhesive— ensuring a secure seal. The new Sphenoid Sinus Stent is uniquely designed to prevent granulations and premature occlusion of the sphenoid ostium while allowing drainage and access.

Booth 730 NeilMed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 1221 Farmers Ln; #500; Santa Rosa, CA; 95405; US; phone: 1-707-525-3784; fax: 1-707-525-3785; DESCRIPTION OF SINUS RINSE : ˆ Kit for soothing nasal irrigation NeilMed’s Sinus RinseO includes 50 packets preservative free, pH balanced, sodium chloride/sodium bicarbonate mixture, nasal rinse bottle, and an educational brochure on rhinosinusitis and nasal irrigation. Highly effective for nasal, sinus and allergy symptoms. www. neilmed.com 877-847-8633 Booth 1226

Mindray Co. Ltd.; 311-4885 Kingsway; Burnaby, BC; V5H 4T2; Canada; phone: 1-604-451-1199; fax: 1-604-4511189.

Booth 1506 Misys Healthcare Systems; 8529 Six Forks Rd; Raleigh, NC; 27615-5276; US; phone: 1-919-329-1358; fax: 1-919457-4358; www.misysemr.com.

Booth 1045 National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD); 31 Center Dr MSC 2320; Bldg 31 Rm 3C-35; Bethesda, MD; 20892-2320; US; phone: 1-301-496-7243; fax: 1-301-402-0018; The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) conducts and supports research and research training on normal mechanisms as well as diseases and disorders of hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech and language. NIDCD develops and disseminates health information, based upon scientific discovery, to the public. The NIDCD directory is a valuable resource for individuals and organizations involved in the areas of hearing, balance, smell, taste, voice, speech, and language. The directory is an excellent resource to build collaborative networks and to share information with others interested in human communication disorders.

Nellcor/Tyco Healthcare; 4280 Hacienda Dr; Pleasanton, CA; 94588-2719; US; phone: 1-800-635-5267; 1-fax: 1-925-463-4100; Nellcor offers the trusted line of Shiley® tracheostomy products, including TracheoSoft® XLT dualcannula extended-length tracheostomy tubes, an attractive clinical and economic choice for difficult-to-fit patients. Shiley offers a broad selection of tracheostomy tubes (neonatal, pediatric, adult), accessories and custom services to meet the needs of your patients. Booth 1140 NeuroCom International, Inc.; 9570 SE Lawnfield Rd; Clackamas, OR; 97015-9611; US; phone: 1-503-653-2144 x3334; fax: 1-503-653-1991. Booth 1416 NextGen Healthcare Information Systems, Inc.; 795 Horsham Rd; Fl 2; Horsham, PA; 19044-1208; US; phone: 1-215-657-7010 x114; fax: 1-215-657-7011. Booth 648 NIDCD National Temporal Bone, Hearing and Balance Pathology Resource Registry; 243 Charles St; Boston, MA; 02114-3096; US; phone: 1-617-573-3711; fax: 1-617573-3838; The NIDCD National Temporal Bone, Hearing and Balance Pathology Resource Registry promotes temporal bone research by disseminating information on temporal bone donation and research, recruiting donors, maintaining a 24hour nationwide procurement network, maintaining a computerized database of human temporal bone specimens, and offering professional educational activities.

Booth 1927 National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association; 300 Park Blvd; Ste 350; Itasca, IL; 60143; US; phone: 1-800-795-6732; fax: 1-630-250-4505; The mission of National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association is to advance research for spasmodic dysphonia, promote public awareness, and sponsor support groups for patients and their families. Spasmodic dysphonia is a neurological voice disorder that involves involuntary spasms of the vocal cords causing interruptions of speech and affecting the voice quality.

Booth 1326 Olympus Surgical & Industrial America, Inc; One Corporate Drive; Orangeburg, NY; 10962; US; phone: 1-845398-9483; fax: 1-845-398-9448; www.olympussurgical.com. Booth 1219 ˜ A S.A.; Madron˜o 4F; Polı´gono InOPTOMIC ESPAN dustrial La Mina; Colmenar Viejo; Madrid; 28770; SP; Spain; phone: 011-34-902-221177 or 011-34-91-803-57-14; fax:

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011-34-902-221178 or 011-34-91-803-84-14; www.optomic. com; OPTOMIC is a medical manufacturer with EN ISO 13485:2003 quality assurance system. We export our products worldwide. Visit our booth to see our ENT product range, comprehending microscopes, video-microscopy systems, stroboscopes, CCD cameras, cold light sources, nasopharyngo-laryngoscopes, rigid endoscopes and examination chairs. Web site: www.optomic.com. OP-S10 Chair - Designed by ENT specialists for ENT specialists. Integrated endoscopic unit for examination with lateral tactile TFT monitor, camera and 150w cold light source. Examination spotlight, 16 memories, control of external devices, 300° turn, electrical movements, electromagnetic turning brake, ergonomic design, reduced dimensions, collapsible armrests and trendelenburg position. Booth 626 Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical; 1000 Rt 202; Raritan, NJ; 08869; US; phone: 1-908-218-6943; fax: 1-908-2030641; Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc. continues to provide innovative pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals and is committed to ongoing research and development. Please stop by the Ortho-McNeil Booth to discuss our products with our professional sales representatives. Booth 1617 OsteoMed LP; 3885 Arapaho Rd; Addison, TX; 75001; US; phone: 1-972-677-4734; fax: 1-972-677-4731; OsteoMed is an innovative global leader in the development and manufacturing of specialty medical and surgical implants for the Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Market. Products include a full line of state-of-the-art rigid fixation systems, pre-contoured surgical meshes, disposable battery powered screwdrivers and biological bone substitute.

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effective communication. Otologics will initiate clinical trials of a fully-implantable hearing system this year in both the US and EU. Booth 1244 PARI Respiratory Equipment; 2943 Oak Lake Blvd; Midlothian, VA; 23112; US; phone: 1-804-253-7274; fax: 1-804-253-0260. Booth 835 Passy-Muir, Inc.; PMB 273; 4521 Campus Dr; Irvine, CA; 92612; US; phone: 1-949-833-8255; fax: 1-949-8338299; Manufacturer of the Passy-Muir Tracheostomy & Ventilator Swallowing/Speaking Valves: The only closed position no leak communication/swallowing valves. The only speaking valves interchangeable for use on/off the ventilator and that research validates improve swallowing, reduce aspiration, facilitate secretion management, reduce weaning and decannulation time. Free on-line CEU courses and educational materials. Booth 1046 PEMR; 4B Observatory Place; Norwalk, CT; 06854; US; phone: 1-203-613-5688; fax: 1-203-838-8746; PEMR is a very unique electronic health (medical) record system that thinks and functions like an efficient physician. It follows the same steps and sequence of how physicians see patients and keep records. It is not one size fits all. It is flexible and can be customized to your practice. Booth 1509 Pharmascience Laboratories Inc.; 5950 Cote de Liesse; 2nd Floor; Montreal; Qu; H4P 1E2; Canada; phone: 1-866341-2375; fax: 1-866-483-6604. Booth 1245

Otodynamics Ltd.; 30-38 Beaconsfield Rd; Hatfield; Herts; AL108BB; United Kingdom; phone: 1-800-659-7776; fax: 1-941-575-0577; www.otodynamics.com; Meeting the challenges of new and emerging OAE test protocols, Otodynamics, the recognized leader in OAE systems, introduces the world’s first 4-channel clinical OAE system, the ILO292 USBII. Uniquely designed to take advantage of emerging binaural testing protocols, the ILO292USBII is the first clinical OAE system ready for the future. Booth 1514 Otologics, LLC; 5445 Airport Blvd; Boulder, CO; 80301; US; phone: 1-303-448-9933; fax: 1-303-448-9955; Otologics, LLC is a medical device company dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of the hearing impaired by developing and marketing surgically implantable devices designed to enable

Phonak; 4520 Weaver Parkway; Warrenville, IL; 60555; US; phone: 1-630-821-5000; fax: 1-630-393-7400; www. phonak-us.com. Booth 256 Physician Owned Surgery Center; 2619 F Street; Bakersfield, CA; 93301; US; phone: 1-281-558-5240; fax: 1-281-496-0031. Booth 1909 Plural Publishing, Inc.; 6256 Greenwich Dr; Ste 230; San Diego, CA; 92122; US; phone: 1-858-492-1555; fax: 1-858-492-1020; Plural Publishing, an international publisher for audiology, speech-language pathology, otolaryngology, and related disciplines, is dedicated to the intellectual growth and advancement of communication sciences and disorders. Plural’s innovative books, journals, and electronic media

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challenge the profession, foster innovation and advancement, and fulfill academic and clinical needs. Founded in 2004 by Dr. Sadanand and Angie Singh, formerly of Singular Publishing. Plural is an informed and responsive publishing house that holds the profession’s interest at heart. Plural Publishing, Inc.; Launching the following Publications: Professional Voice Third Edition: Dr. Robert Sataloff; FEESST: Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing with Sensory Testing: Drs. Jonathan Aviv and Thomas Murray Diagnosis and Treatment of Voice Disorders Third Edition: Drs. Sataloff/Rubin/ Korovin. Reflux Laryngitis and Related Disorders: Third Edition - Drs. Sataloff/Castell/Katz/Sataloff and much more. Booth 930 Porex Surgical, Inc.; 15 Dart Rd; Newnan, GA; 30265; US; phone: 1-678-479-1610; fax: 1-678-423-1423; Porex Surgical Inc., is pleased to feature MEDPOR Surgical Implants for aesthetic and reconstructive craniofacial and maxillofacial procedures. ENDURAGen Collagen Implants, for soft tissue augmentation and repair in surgery of the head and face. SQUEEZE-MARK Surgical Markers, TLS Surgical Drains, and Porex Nostril Retainers will also be featured at the exhibit.

achieve results for groups of any size and specialty. Practices easily automate workflow and achieve a 100% paperless environment. This results in increased efficiency and reimbursements to the practice. Booth 1915 Quest Medical, Inc; 1 Allentown Pkwy; Allen, TX; 75024; US; phone: 1-972-390-9800; fax: 1-972-396-8465. Booth 1718 Reliance Medical Products, Inc.; 3535 Kings Mills Rd; Mason, OH; 45040; US; phone: 1-513-398-3937; fax: 1-513398-0256; Reliance manufactures a full line of patient examination and minor procedure chairs ranging from plush, fullpowered models to durable, manual recline chairs. We also provide a wide range of treatment cabinets and examination/ surgical stools. We are proud of over 100 years of building proven, quality equipment in the USA. Booth 1310 Restech; 13670 Danielson SL; Ste F; Poway, CA; 920646890; US; phone: 1-858-679-2300; fax: 1-858-679-2359. Booth 1503

PowerMed Corp; 48 Free St; Portland, ME; 04101; US; phone: 1-207-772-3920; fax: 1-207-772-3281. Booth 1144 Practice Profits Media; 443 Hidden Lakes Blvd; Gunter, TX; 75058-3059; US; phone: 1-214-696-3456; fax: 1-903433-1188.

Restore Medical; 2800 Patton Rd; St. Paul, MN; 55113; US; phone: 1-651-634-3055; fax: 1-651-634-3025; Restore Medical develops and markets The Pillar Procedure — the only implantable treatment cleared by the FDA for mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring. Booth 906, 914

Prescott’s Inc.; PO Box 609; Monument, CO; 801320609; US; phone: 1-719-481-3353; fax: 1-719-488-2268; Prescott’s Inc. is the largest refurbisher of surgical microscopes in the U.S. We offer all brands of microscopes as well as video components and systems. Prescott’s is one of the largest service providers in the country. Whether you need a microscope or service on your current scope we can help.

Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation; 353 Corporate Woods Pkwy; Vernon Hills, IL; 60061; US; phone: 1-847-913-1113; fax: 1-847-913-6959; Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation markets many innovative diagnostic and therapeutic products for use in otoscopy, sinuscopy/FESS, stroboscopy, laryngoscopy, bronchoscopy, and plastic surgery. Richard Wolf is proud to premier the new 5562 High Speed & High Resolution Endocam for laryngoscopy as an addition to the next generation of ENT products.

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Primal Pictures; 2nd Floor Tennyson House; 159-165 Great Portland Street; London; WIWSPA; UK; phone: ⫹44 2076 371010; fax: ⫹44 2076 367776.

Sandhill Scientific, Inc.; 9150 Commerce Center Circle; Ste 500; Highlands Ranch, CO; 80129; US; phone: 1-303470-7020; fax: 1-303-470-2975; Sandhill Scientific offers a series of diagnostic products for esophageal reflux & esophageal motility. The revolutionary Sleuth™ Impedance-pH Reflux Monitoring system detects both acid and nonacid reflux, and determines the association of reflux to symptoms. The InSIGHT™ EFT system uses combined impedance-manometry to assess manometry and bolus transit during swallowing. Sandhill Scientific has introduced a new line of imped-

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Booth 1542 Prime Clinical Systems, Inc; 3675 E Huntington Dr; Ste A; Pasadena, CA; 91107; US; phone: 1-626-449-1705; fax: 1-626-449-5623; Prime Clinical Systems is the leader for fully automated Practice Management and EMR solutions. Prime’s software applications successfully and consistently

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ance-pH probes which detect esophageal acid and nonacid reflux as well as acid LPR. These LPR impedance-pH monitoring probes, used in combination with the patented Sleuth system, provide comprehensive assessment of reflux patterns and their relationship to symptoms. Booth 1526 Sanofi-Aventis; 300 Somerset Corporate Blvd; Bldg III; Bridgewater, NJ; 08807-2854; US; phone: 1-908-243-6000; fax: 1-908-543-7382; website: www.sanofi-aventis.com; The sanofi-aventis Group is the world’s third largest pharmaceutical company, ranking number one in Europe. Backed by a world-class R&D organization, sanofi-aventis is developing leading positions in seven major therapeutic areas: cardiovascular, thrombosis, oncology, metabolic diseases, central nervous system, internal medicine, and vaccines. The Sanofi-Aventis Group is listed in Paris (EURONEXT: SAN) and in New York (NYSE: SNY). Booth 2106 SANOSTEC; 61 Lakeshore Ave; Beverly, MA; 019151907; US; phone: 1-978-922-2008; fax: 1-978-232-9999. Booth 726 Santa Barbara Medco, Inc.; 203 Chapala St; Santa Barbara, CA; 93101; US; phone: 1-805-683-1486; fax: 1-805683-4864; Since 1980, Medco has been providing Academy members with Physicians’ Choice brand Otologic patientcare products. Current products include: “Ear Putty” soft silicone earplugs—Neoprene Headbands made in the USA— “Eavey Easy Ear Wraps”, an easily applied exteral dressing for O.R. use—Oto-Vite PLUS/Ear-Vite PLUS, dietary supplements for ear and hearing health. BreathePure Nasal Air Purifier—The BreathePure NAP filters out approximately 97% of airborne particulates larger than 7 microns. Booth 533 Scanlan International; One Scanlan Plaza; Saint Paul, MN; 55107; US; phone: 1-651-298-0997; fax: 1-651-2980018. Booth 736 Seiler Precision Microscopes; 170 E Kirkham Ave; St. Louis, MO; 63119-1766; US; phone: 1-800-489-2282; fax: 1-314-968-3601. Booth 735 Shippert Medical Technologies Corporation; 6248 S Troy Cir; Unit A; Centennial, CO; 80111; US; phone: 1-303754-0044; fax: 1-303-754-0318; Shippert Medical has been supplying the medical industry with quality products since 1978.

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Shippert Medical Technologies Corporation; The latest innovation, the Tissu-Trans for fat re-injection, joins Shippert Medical’s popular line of Denver Nasal Splints, Rhino Rocket Nasal Packing, Hotsy Cauteries, and Freeglide Liposuction Cannulas. Call for a free catalog 1-800-888-8663 or shop online: www.shippertmedical.com. Shippert Medical introduces the newest technology in Autologous Fat Transfer - the Tissu-Trans - an unprecedented device that will revolutionize filler procedures. The TissuTrans allows the physician to harvest, filter, irrigate, treat with an additive, and re-inject fat all from the same syringe. The centrifuge and all transfers are eliminated. Booth 504 SinuCare, Inc.; 630 N. Wymore Road; Ste 370; Maitland, FL; 32751; US; phone: 1-407-339-6500; fax: 1-407-2509303; SinuCare the leading healthcare service organization focusing on In-Office and Homecare IV Therapy Programs for the Practice/Business. SinuCare offers a multi-specialty approach for the management and treatment of IV antibiotic therapies. Our medical management approach includes IV antibiotic protocols, specialty compounded sprays and irrigations, and a comprehensive patient care team. Booth 1041 SleepMed, Inc.; 700 Gervais Street; Ste 200; Columbia, SC; 29201; US; phone: 1-803-779-5454; fax: 1-803-7794405. Booth 829 Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.; 2231 Rutherford Road; Carlsbad, CA; 03431-0000; US; phone: 1-760-602-4429; fax: 1-760-929-0191; Smiths Medical is a leading international provider of medical devices for use in a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. We offer solutions for the entire continuum of care, providing critical care systems and products in more than 75 countries. Booth 2103 SNAP Laboratories, LLC; 5210 Capitol Drive; Wheeling, IL; 60090; US; phone: 1-800-762-7786 x201; fax: 1-847465-3403; SNAP Laboratories has developed products for ENTs/Otolaryngologists for the home diagnosis and analysis of obstructive sleep disorders including Apnea, Hypopnea, Oxygen Saturation, Pulse Rate and Snoring. Of particular interest is the unique, objective snoring analysis and localization that helps with patient selection for palatal procedures. Booth 1246 Society of Physician Assistants in Otorhinolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery; 950 N Washington St; Alexandria, VA; 22314-1552; US; phone: 1-703-742-6555; fax:

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Starion’s devices utilize proprietary Tissue Welding Technology to simultaneously seal and divide tissue. The ENTceps has been used in a variety of otolaryngological procedures including tonsillectomy, uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, thyroidectomy and parotidectomy. Starion’s ExhalENT device utilizes Tissue Welding technology to volumetrically reduce tissue mass through the heating of targeted tissue. The ExhalENT probe tip precisely heats submucosal tissue beneath the surface tissue layer. With just one touch of the activation button the automatic heating cycle is initiated.

Sontec Instruments, Inc.; 7248 S Tucson Way; Englewood, CO; 80112; US; phone: 1-303-790-9411; fax: 1-303792-2606; Sontec offers the most comprehensive selection of exceptional hand held surgical instruments available to the discriminating surgeon. There is no substitute for quality, expertise and individualized service. Sontec’s vast array awaits your consideration at our booth.

Starkey Laboratories, Inc.; 6700 Washington Ave S; Eden Prairie, MN; 55344-3405; US; phone: 1-952-947-4721; fax: 1-952-828-6985.

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Sonus-USA, Inc.; 5000 Cheshire Ln N; Plymouth, MN; 55446; US; phone: 1-763-268-4124; fax: 1-763-268-4254; Sonus is the largest network of independent hearing centers in North America. They provide training, products, marketing support and services to Sonus Network members and to HearPO managed care partners.

Storz Instruments by Bausch and Lomb; 3365 Tree Court Industrial Blvd; Saint Louis, MO; 63122-6615; US; phone: 1-314-225-5051; fax: 1-314-861-3055; Bausch & Lomb is the manufacturer of Storz brand hand held surgical instruments. Since 1893, the Storz brand of otolaryngology instruments has represented quality and innovation. The tradition of the Storz brand of surgical instruments will continue to be presented by Bausch & Lomb.

Booth 944 Southwest Medical Corporation; 21900 East 96th St; Broken Arrow, OK; 74014; US; phone: 1-800-259-5940; fax: 1-918-254-7353; Southwest Medical Corporation specializes in remanufactured CT systems designed to give ENT practices all the performance and dependability of new equipment for about half the cost. Visit our booth to see how Southwest Medical can help put your practice on the cutting edge of technology and patient care. Booth 749 Springer; 233 Spring Street; New York, NY; 10013; US; phone: 1-201-348-4033 x600; fax: 1-201-348-4505; Springer is a leading international scientific publishing company, publishing more than 1,200 journals and 4,000 books per year. Springer’s program in Otorhinolaryngology includes the journals Sleep & Breathing and European Archives of Oto-RhinoLaryngology and Head & Neck and a wide range of books e.g. Vocal Fold Paralysis by Sulica/Blitzer.; Springer is a leading international scientific publishing company, publishing more than 1,200 journals and 4,000 books per year. Springer’s program in Otorhinolaryngology includes the journals Sleep and Breathing and European Archives of OtoRhino-Laryngology and Head & Neck and a wide range of books e.g. Vocal Fold Paralysis edited by Sulica and Blitzer. Booth 948 Starion Instruments; 20655 Fourth St; Saratoga, CA; 95070; US; phone: 1-408-741-8773; fax: 1-408-741-8774;

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Booth 1004 Stryker; 4100 East Milham Ave; Kalamazoo, MI; 49009; US; phone: 1-800-253-3210 x4300; 1-800-965-6505; Stryker, a global leader in innovative orthopaedic products, delivers results through a wide range of capabilities including joint replacements, trauma, spine and micro implant systems, powered surgical instruments, surgical navigation systems, and endoscopic products, as well as patient handling and emergency medical equipment. Booth 1411 Surgitel Systems/General Scientific Corp; 77 Enterprise Dr; Ann Arbor, MI; 48103-9503; US; phone: 1-734-9969200; fax: 1-734-662-0520. Booth 646 Synergetics, Inc.; 3845 Corporate Centre Drive; St. Louis, MO; 63368; US; phone: 1-636-939-5100; fax: 1-636939-6885. Booth 326 Synthes CMF; 1301 Goshen Pkwy; West Chester, PA; 19380; US; phone: 1-610-719-6552; fax: 1-610-719-6533; Synthes CMF is the sole authorized North American manufacturer and distributor of AO ASIF instruments and implants for internal fixation of craniomaxillofacial and mandibular trauma and reconstruction. Our product offering includes

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1-703-742-2908; This Society of ENT PAs makes itself available to physicians and practices seeking PAs. We can provide information regarding scope of practice, credentialling, training, and utilization of PAs in otolaryngology practices of all types. We offer opportunities to connect otolaryngologists with PAs interested in this specialty.

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distraction osteogenesis devices, resorbable plating, and bone graft substitutes. Synthes CMF supports North American AO ASIF Continuing Education courses.

Mario Sanna, Daniel Simmen, Michael Stewart, Thomas Van De Water, John Werning, and Richard Wiet. Visit our booth to take a look!

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TEAMM Pharmaceuticals, An Accentia Biopharmaceuticals Company; 2501 Aerial Center Pkwy; Suite 100; Morrisville, NC; 27560-7655; US; phone: 1-919-481-9020; fax: 1-919-481-9311; TEAMM Pharmaceuticals, An Accentia Biopharmaceuticals Company, currently markets a broad line of prescription products and is developing products in the respiratory, oncology and pain therapeutic areas. TEAMM also supports an educational initiative regarding chronic rhinosinusitis and is conducting clinical trials of a novel product for the treatment of this disease.

Toshiba Ultrasound; 4713 1st St; Ste 100; Pleasanton, CA; 94566; US; phone: 1-925-600-8985; fax: 1-925-6008997; Toshiba offers the Nemio Ultrasound systems featuring 16 MHz probe technology that deliver Radiology quality images. Thyroid Presets and Thyroid Calculations make the system easy to use. Systems are backed by onsite Toshiba Service. With 160,000 systems sold, Toshiba is the world’s leading manufacturer, making premium ultrasound surprisingly affordable. Booth 1142

Booth 1025 TeleVox Software, Inc.; 1110 Montlimar Drive; Ste 700; Mobile, AL; 36609; US; phone: 1-251-706-3771; fax: 1-251706-3948; With over 12,000 customers nationwide and 14 years of experience, TeleVox Software is the leader in doctorpatient communications for busy ENT practices. TeleVox offers HouseCalls™ automated messaging system, LabCalls® lab results inquiry, Vox On-Hold™ on-hold messaging and WebPlus™ website design and hosting. TeleVox solutions enhance practice operations and reduce no-shows.

Total Sleep Diagnostics; 4 St. Ann; Manderville, LA; 70471-3265; US; phone: 1-985-705-0507; fax: 1-985-7274183. Booth 440 Transtracheal Systems Inc.; 109 Inverness Dr E; Ste J; Englewood, CO; 80112-5105; US; phone: 1-303-790-4766 x202; fax: 1-303-790-4588. Booth 1640

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UCB Inc; 1950 Lake Park Drive; Smyrna, GA; 30080; US; 770-970-8788; fax: 1-770-970-2210.

The Alkalol Company; PO Box 273; Boston, MA; 02133-9998; US; phone: 1-800-967-4904; fax: 1-617-5738706.

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Booth 1029 The Doctors Company; 185 Greenwood Rd; Napa, CA; 94558; US; phone: 1-707-226-0277; fax: 1-707-226-0198. Booth 539 The Magstim Company Ltd; 1331 Tinsmith Lane; Oakville, ON; LGM3C8; Canada; phone: 1-905-582-1139; fax: 1-905-582-1139.

Ultracell Medical Technologies, Inc.; 183 Providence New London Tpke; North Stonington, CT; 06359; US; phone: 1-860-599-4883; 1-860-599-4193; Ultracell manufactures a complete line of medical sponge products for otolaryngology including the nasal, sinus, epistaxis and otology sub-specialties. Along with our products for instrument cleaning and care, all Ultracell ENT sponge products are produced using specially formulated PVA material, making them both highly absorbent and soft.

Booth 916 Thieme Medical Publishers; 333 Seventh Ave; 5th Fl; New York, NY; 10001; US; phone: 1-212-584-4706; fax: 1-212-947-1112; Established in 1886, Thieme is a major international publisher with offices in New York, Stuttgart, and Singapore. The company produces more than 130 journals and 400 new books each year, all maintaining the highquality production and editorial values that have established Thieme as a premier professional publisher. Among Thieme’s vast display of books at the 2006 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO will be our new titles by Drs. Ugo Fisch, Karl Huettenbrink, John McCurdy, Stephen Park,

Valleylab; 5920 Longbow Dr; Boulder, CO; 80301-3202; US; phone: 1-303-581-6868; fax: 1-303-530-6261; www.tycohealthcare.com. [cancelled] Booth 1733 Vascultis Foundation; PO Box 28660; Kansas City, MO; 64188-8660; US; phone: 1-800-277-9474; fax: 1-816-4368211. Booth 1904 VIASYS Healthcare; PO Box 44994; Madison, WI; 53744-4994; US; phone: 1-608-441-2010; fax: 1-608-441-

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VIASYS Healthcare; (cont)

2002; VIASYS Healthcare offers a complete line of audiometric test equipment, including solutions for both screening and diagnostic needs. GSI Audera, a modular system for EP and OAE evaluation GSI Arrow, compact, lightweight audiometer GSI 61 clinical audiometer GSI TympStar middle ear analyzer. VIASYS also offers a complete portfolio of screening systems including the GSI AUDIOScreener with both OAE and ABR protocols. Booth 111 Vision-Sciences Inc.; 9 Strathmore Rd; Natick, MA; 01752; US; phone: 1-508-650-9971; fax: 1-508-650-9976; Vision-Sciences, Inc. is a manufacturer of Flexible Endoscopy Equipment, including the EndoSheath System, a sterile, disposable cover/barrier for flexible endoscopes. The EndoSheath System provides rapid endoscope turnover, enhanced Infection Control, less repair/maintenance costs, and increased staff productivity. The EndoSheath System is available for flexible laryngology, Transnasal Esophagoscopy, and FEESST. Booth 434 Viventia Biotech, Inc.; 5060 Spectrum Way; Ste 405; Mississauga; On; L4W5N5; Canada; phone: 1-905-361-8676; fax: 1-905-361-2673.

turer and distributor of advanced craniomaxillofacial products. The Company’s broad product line includes LactoSorb Resorbable Fixation Systems, Distraction Osteogenesis Devices, Innovative Bone Substitute Materials and a full armamentarium of Rigid Fixation Systems and Instrumentation. Booth 2012 Wicab, Inc.; 8476 Greenway Blvd; Ste 200; Middleton, WI; 53562-3538; US; phone: 1-608-829-4511; fax: 1-608-829-4501; Clinical trials suggest that the BrainPort balance device improves the maintenance of posture and balance in patients with BVD or other balance-related disorders. The BrainPort balance device is an investigational device that will be submitted to the FDA for clearance and approval. It is not yet available for sale. Booth 706 Wolfe Tory Medical, Inc.; 79 West 4500 S; Salt Lake City, UT; 84107; US; phone: 1-801-281-3000; fax: 1-801281-0708; Wolfe Tory Medical manufactures and markets the MADomizer, a positive-displacement atomizer ideal for dispensing topical anesthetics or vasoconstrictors in the nasal/ oral region prior to otolaryngology procedures. The 20mL refillable bottle is compact, portable and provides measured dosing at 0.1mL/spray. Malleable, disposable tips ensure no clogging, no cleaning and no cross-contamination.

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Booth 650 Volume Interactions; 107 College Road East; Princeton, NJ; 08540; US; phone: 1-609-514-2343; fax: 1-609-5142514. Booth 512 W. Lorenz Surgical, Inc.; 1520 Tradeport Dr; Jacksonville, FL; 32218-2428; US; 1-904-741-4400; fax: 1-904-7413912; W. Lorenz Surgical, Inc. is a leading developer, manufac-

Booth 921 WR Medical Electronics Co.; 123 N 2nd St; Stillwater, MN; 55082; US; phone: 1-800-635-1312; fax: 1-800-4308449; Manufacturers of the Hilger Facial Nerve Stimulator Model H3, Silverstein Facial Nerve Monitor/Stimulator Model S8, and Brackmann II EMG Monitoring System. Serving the needs of the ENT community since 1962. Booth 1340 Xoran Technologies, Inc.; 309 N First St; Ann Arbor, MI; 48103; US; phone: 1-734-709-3331; fax: 1-734-6638500; Xoran makes compact, point-of-care CT scanners for medical specialists. Xoran is an Ann Arbor, Michiganbased progressive, customer-focused company that is passionate about bringing fresh, common sense solutions to patient care. Xoran’s scanners can be used on site for instant, high quality CT scans. Xoran’s xCAT is a compact, portable CT scanner for the OR that provides real time CT scans of the sinuses, ears, and skull-base during surgical procedures. To be released at 2006 AAOHNSF in Toronto, ON.

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Vivosonic Inc.; 56 Aberfoyle Crescent; Ste 620; Toronto; On; M8X 2W4; Canada; phone: 1-416-231-9997 ext 34; fax: 1-416-231-2289; Integrity wireless OAE, ABR, ASSR system: Wireless interface eliminates cumbersome wires/cables, allowing increased mobility during the test session, particularly advantageous when testing infants. Amplitrode, world’s first in-situ pre-amplifier, allows Audiologists to perform effective ABR/ASSR testing even in noisy environments. Advanced digital signal-processing-technique reduces patient’s muscular-motion artifacts and speeds up testing. A truly novel diagnostic instrument.