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Sponsors/Exhibitors
Platinum
Cardiopulmonary Corp.
www.cardiopulmonarycorp.com
Cardiopulmonary Corp. is dedicated to delivering real-time critical data from physiological monitors and life support devices to the right provider to prevent patient morbidity and mortality. CPC's flagship solution, Bernoulli Enterprise, provides an open platform for real-time medical device data surveillance and secondary alarming for a full spectrum of medical device types.
Bernoulli's Analytics & Smart Alarm Management provide innovative monitoring using real-time waveforms and patient trends for clinical decision support. Smart alarm configurations, comprised of combination alarms, consecutive alarms, trend alarms, and alarm bundles, provide more effective and meaningful alarm notification for a unique, comprehensive, safety net for all monitored patients where real-time pre-emptive patient care is required.
Deployable using existing IT infrastructure, and scalable from a single unit to a multi-facility installation, Bernoulli offers seamless integration with existing ADT/EMR systems, and has FDA 510(k) clearance as a Class II medical device.
More information can be found at www.cardiopulmonarycorp.com.
Company Contact Info:
Debra Ford
Cardiopulmonary Corp.
200 Cascade Blvd
Milford, CT 06460
dford@cardiopulmonarycorp.com
Phone: (203) 301-6215
US toll free: (800) 337-9936
Summit Data
www.summitdatacom.com
Summit Data Communications is a provider of industrial-grade and medical-grade wireless modules. Over one million of Summit's rugged Wi-Fi products provide secure and reliable wireless connectivity for a wide spectrum of data collection devices and medical equipment that operate in the challenging environments of hospitals, factories and warehouses worldwide. With Summit, you are Connected. No Matter What®.
To ensure secure, reliable Wi-Fi connectivity in hospitals, Summit solutions include hardware and software innovations:
* Hardware innovations ensure superior RF range so that you can stay connected even in areas of poor Wi-Fi™ coverage.
* Software innovations provide reliable connectivity, fast roaming, robust security, full Cisco Compatible
Extensions (CCX) support, and centralized configuration and management.
A Summit solution includes much more than hardware and software. It also includes:
* Certifications: Regulatory certifications allow for operation worldwide. Wi-Fi certification demonstrates interoperability with popular Wi-Fi infrastructures. CCX certification is proof of interoperability with Cisco infrastructure and support for Cisco Wi-Fi innovations.
* Integration services: Summit works closely with your technical team from beginning to end to ensure that a Summit solution works reliably on your device.
* Technical support: Whenever a Wi-Fi issue arises in the field, Summit assists your support team to ensure a speedy resolution.
To learn more about Summit Wi-Fi solutions for medical devices, visit www.summitdatacom.com. There you'll find white papers, webinars, product information, and other resources. And be sure to stop by the Summit table in the Exhibitor Showcase.
Contact:
Natalie Sheerer
526 South Main Street, Suite 805
Akron, OH 44311
nsheerer@summitdatacom.com
Phone: (330) 434.7929 ext. 104
Fax: (330) 434.7931
Silver
Medical Connectivity Consulting
www.medicalconnectivity.com
Medical Connectivity Consulting serves medical device and health care IT manufacturers, and health care provider organizations. Founded in 2004, the company provides insight, strategy development, planning and execution targeting workflow automation through the integration of medical devices and information systems, and enabling technologies. Principal Tim Gee delivers most services, supplemented by a network of industry experts. Engagements typically entail top of mind knowledge and experience, analysis and problem solving skills honed over many years, and the provision of additional resources for specific projects or tasks. Services for manufacturers span product development, regulatory strategy, sales, marketing and operations. Provider services include technology management and planning, process reengineering, and traditional vendor selection. Medical Connectivity Consulting consistently delivers high value services, saving clients both time and money.
Contact: Tim Gee, Connectologist & Principal
Tel: (503) 481-2370
Email: tim@medicalconnectivity.com
Website: www.medicalconnectivity.com
Mocana
www.mocana.com
Mocana secures the "Internet of Things" - the 20 billion non-PC devices that are increasingly connecting to networks across every sector of our economy including Smartphones, Datacom, Smartgrid, Federal, Consumer and Medical.
Mocana's Device Security Framework is an extensible software framework that secures all aspects of data and communications for any connected device. It is especially well-suited to securing devices in medical contexts.
The Device Security Framework includes device-resident security software as well as security capabilities delivered across the network. It provides modular support for different open standards-based device security protocols and other sophisticated device security capabilities.
Every day, millions of people use products sold by over 150 companies that leverage Mocana's Device Security solutions, including Cisco, Honeywell, Dell, General Electric, General Dynamics, Avaya and Harris, among others. Mocana won Frost & Sullivan's Technology Innovation of the Year award for 2008 for Device Security, and was named to the Red Herring Global 100 as one of the "top 100 privately-held technology companies in the world" in January 2009.
Company Contact Info:
350 Sansome Street #1010
San Francisco, CA 94104
415.617.0055 phone
415.617.0056 fax
Heidi Funai
Hfunai@mocana.com
Green Hills Software
www.ghs.com
The Green Hills Platform for Medical Devices includes a comprehensive set of integrated software development tools, middleware, and operating system technology to produce safe, effective, secure, and totally reliable medical device software for Class II and Class III devices. With this platform, device manufacturers can expedite their 510(k) clearance or Premarket Approval (PMA) process and deliver systems faster, at lower cost and with assured quality.
Contact:
Green Hills Software, Inc.
30 W. Sola St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Tel: 805-965-6044
Email: info@ghs.com
Silex Technology America
www.silexamerica.com
Silex Technology America is a leading network technology company, specialized in embedded WiFi solutions providing various wireless modules, wireless drivers/supplicant, and turnkey connectivity products. As a Qualcomm Atheros Authorized Development Center, Silex Technology is uniquely positioned to support customers from design to production with the highest quality standards.
Contact Information:
Keith Sugawara, Vice President of Business Development
ksugawara@silexamerica.com
Silex Technology America, Inc.
201 East Sandpointe, #245, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA
Phone: 801-748-1199
US toll free: 866-765-8761
Fax: 801-748-0730
Bronze
Digi International
www.digi.com
Sales
info@digi.com
Digi International
11001 Bren Road East
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Main: 952.912.3444
Fax: 952-912-4952
Masimo
www.masimo.com
Contact Name: Jim Welch
Phone: 949-297-7000
Email: jwelch@masimo.com
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Supporting Organizations
American College of Clinical Engineering (ACCE)
http://www.accenet.org/
The American College of Clinical Engineering (ACCE) was founded in 1991 with the commitment to enhance the profession of clinical engineering. With members in the United States and abroad, the ACCE is recognized internationally as a leading professional society for clinical engineers with a mission to:
- Establish a standard of competence and to promote excellence in clinical engineering practice.
- Promote safe and effective application of science and technology in patient care.
- Define the body of knowledge on which the profession is based.
- Represent the professional interests of clinical engineers.
Visit www.accenet.org for more information.
AAMI
www.aami.org
The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), a nonprofit organization founded in 1967, is a unique alliance of more than 6,000 members from around the world focused on advancing safety in medical technology through effective standards and educational programs, and publications. AAMI is the primary source of consensus and timely information on medical instrumentation and technology. The IT Horizons series, IT World Reference CD, and standards, particularly 80001 (Managing Medical IT) are likely of interest. Consider other AAMI products, membership, and involvement in the IT standards committee.
ECRI Institute
www.ecri.org
ECRI Institute, an independent nonprofit with more than 40 years of healthcare experience, offers a full spectrum of healthcare and information technology management services for healthcare organizations worldwide. Our unique experience allows us to offer unparalleled vision on complex technology issues with decision support guidance, equipment planning services, hazard and recall management, and health technology evaluations. We provide information and technical assistance to the healthcare community to support safe and cost effective patient care and assist them in planning how new technologies will impact services and operations. The results of ECRI Institute's research and experience are available through its customized consulting and membership programs, publications, information systems, technical assistance, laboratory services, and seminars. ECRI Institute is designated an Evidence-based Practice Center by the U.S. Agency for Health Research and Quality.
The Healthcare Technology Foundation
www.thehtf.org
The Healthcare Technology Foundation is a non-profit IRS 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Its mission is to improve healthcare delivery outcomes by promoting the development, application and support of safe and effective healthcare technologies. Major initiatives of the Foundation include clinical alarm safety, tools for managing integrated technology risk, the development of patient oriented technology safety brochures, the promotion of clinical engineering excellence through training and recognition programs, and the support of clinical engineering certification through the Healthcare Technology Certification Commission. Website: www.thehtf.org
Contact:
Tobey Clark
Email: tobey.clark@uvm.edu
The International Council on Systems Engineering
www.incose.org
Our systems engineers are building the future
The International Council on Systems Engineering is the premier international organization for systems engineering professionals
- Network with over 8,000 members in 50 countries
- Advance your career with professional systems engineering certification
- Online access to INCOSE publications, papers and products
- Collaborate internationally on best practices, technology and standards
- Annual International Symposium: http://www.incose.org/symp2012
To become part of a vibrant, systems engineering community visit
www.incose.org.
Instantly read abstracts from the Systems Engineering Journal
http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/journal/39084/home
RFID in Healthcare Consortium
www.rfidinhealthcare.org
The RFID in Healthcare Consortium advocates the safe and effective use of wireless based technologies in healthcare, assisted living, and nursing homing facilities. Our members are concerned with issues and solutions that pertain to the successful use of RFID, RTLS, and wireless technologies for patient care and safety. Consortium efforts include: delivering educational programs, support for standards, development of benchmark specifications, best practices, and sponsorship of educational events for all interested parties in the healthcare sector. Please join us. www.rfidinhealthcare.org.
The Wi-Fi Alliance
www.wi-fi.org
The Wi-Fi Alliance is a global non-profit industry association of hundreds of leading companies devoted to the proliferation of Wi-Fi technology across devices and market segments. With technology development, market building, and regulatory programs, the Wi-Fi Alliance has enabled widespread adoption of Wi-Fi worldwide.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ program was launched in March 2000. It provides a widely-recognized designation of interoperability and quality and it helps to ensure that Wi-Fi enabled products deliver the best user experience. The Wi-Fi Alliance has completed more than 10,000 product certifications to date, encouraging the expanded use of Wi-Fi products and services in new and established markets.
Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Alliance®, WMM®, Wi-Fi Protected Access® (WPA), the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, the Wi-Fi logo, the Wi-Fi ZONE logo and the Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Multimedia™, WPA2™ and the Wi-Fi Alliance logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. www.wi-fi.org
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Supporting Publications
FierceEMR
www.FierceEMR.com
FierceEMR gives hospital administrators, IT executives, and practice managers the must-know news and insights about modernizing patient information systems. Keep up-to-speed on EMR adoption, interoperability, data security, EMR implementation, and more by visiting our website and signing up for our free, weekly email. Our editors also write comprehensive special reports that give you the inside scoop on industry innovators. As a part of the FierceEMR community, you'll have full access to our whitepaper library, eBook selection, and webinars. We look forward to your joining the FierceEMR family! www.FierceEMR.com
FierceHealthIT
www.FierceHealthIT.com
FierceHealthIT updates healthcare executives, CIOs and IT managers on the latest market trends and developments concerning CPOE, EMRs, HIE, e-prescribing, and other health IT industry news. Our editors supplement the news of the day with in-depth features on industry-shaping technologies. In addition to our free, weekly email newsletter, you can keep track of market trends through our exclusive webinars and benefit from our vast whitepaper and eBook library. As a FierceHealthIT subscriber, you will have full access to our job boards and networking parties. Join the FierceHealthIT community today! www.FierceHealthIT.com
FierceMedicalDevices
www.FierceMedicalDevices.com
FierceMedicalDevices tracks the developments in the heavily-regulated medical devices and diagnostics industries. Biotech & pharma executives, device developers, engineers, and researchers rely on our free, weekly email briefing for news on FDA/EMEA regulations, clinical studies, product launches, IPOs & venture capital deals, and other critical areas. Beyond the news of the day, our editors produce features on the current regulatory environment and the latest industry deals and developments. As a subscriber, you have full access to our exclusive webinars, whitepaper library, and eBooks. Furthermore, all members can benefit from our jobs board and networking parties. Join the FierceMedicalDevices community today! www.FierceMedicalDevices.com
Healthcare Informatics
www.healthcare-informatics.com
Healthcare Informatics provides expert insight and in-depth coverage of the latest technological, managerial and regulatory developments facing the health IT industry. Utilizing multiple-channels of delivery Healthcare Informatics features in-depth coverage and commentary on key topics of interest as well as educational Conferences and Webinars to deliver authoritative and timely content that informs, engages, and shapes the industry now and into the future.
Healthcare IT News
www.healthcareitnews.com
Healthcare IT News offers healthcare IT executives timely, pertinent news every month. Jesse H. Neal Award Winning coverage includes new technologies, IT strategies and tactics, statutory and regulatory issues, as well as provider and vendor updates. Published in partnership with HIMSS, Healthcare IT News reaches more than 54,000 subscribers, including IT management, C-suite and general management, and clinical executives at hospitals and IDNs, group practices, ambulatory care facilities, home healthcare organizations, as well as healthcare payers, consultants and vendors. Website: www.healthcareitnews.com.
Healthcare Technology Management
www.healthcaretechnology.com
Healthcare Technology Management's mission is to provide practical, useable knowledge and insight from the people responsible for advancing the safety and quality of medical devices and technology, while offering strategies to reduce costs on equipment purchases, services, parts and increase overall department efficiency. The Healthcare Technology portfolio includes a monthly print and digital magazine, fully interactive website, daily news, weekly newsletter and interactive blogs where our readers can interface and interact on the full lifecycle of healthcare technology.
MD+DI
www.mddionline.com
MD+DI is a monthly magazine with a multimedia portfolio written exclusively for original equipment manufacturers of medical devices and IVD products. MD+DI's editorial quality has won it an unparalleled degree of trust from the industry. MD+DI offers the most comprehensive information on technologies, trends, and product development to help industry professionals develop, design, and manufacture medical products.
MobiHealthNews
www.mobihealthnews.com
MobiHealthNews chronicles the healthcare sector's adoption of mobile technology, a convergence of two industries that is shaping the future of how healthcare is delivered to the patient on-the-go, at home and at their place of care. The publication tracks innovations and helps define sustainable business models for this emerging wireless health industry, online at mobihealthnews.com and in the MobiHealthNews free, weekly enewsletter. Sign-up for your free subscription here: http://mobihealthnews.com/subscribe
Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare (PSQH)
www.psqh.com
Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare (PSQH) is a respected source of research, news, and practical tools for improving the safety and quality of healthcare. Readers of PSQH include clinical practitioners and directors, hospital executives, patient safety officers, risk managers, quality directors, IT professionals, engineers, business leaders, policy makers, and educators, among others. This diverse community of professionals also supplies the feature articles, research, case studies, and opinions published in PSQH. PSQH offers a print and digital bi-monthly magazine, and a monthly eNewsletter. For more information, visit www.psqh.com.
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Conference Location
Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School
77 Avenue Louis Pasteur
Boston, MA 02115
Tel: (617) 432-8990
For additional information, including directions and parking, please visit www.theconfcenter.hms.harvard.edu
Hotel Accommodations
BEST WESTERN PLUS - Boston The Inn At Longwood Medical
342 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
PLEASE BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS BY CALLING
1-800-GOT-BEST or (617) 731-4700
MENTION "TCBI" TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNTED RATE!
Dates Secured:
Wednesday, September 7th and Thursday, September 8th
Nightly Rates:
$179 plus tax Single or Double Occupancy
Hotel reservations must be made directly through BEST WESTERN PLUS - Boston The Inn At Longwood Medical Reservations Department at 1-800-GOT-BEST or (617) 731-4700. Please mention "TCBI" to receive the preferred rate for conference attendees.
Please note that the $179 rate applies only for the nights of September 7th and 8th. However, the hotel may offer the $179 rate on other nights based on availability. Cancellations must be made by 4:00 pm Eastern time on the day of arrival to avoid penalty. If a cancellation is made after 4:00 pm on the day of arrival, the hotel will charge a no-show fee for one night room and tax.
Please note that this is the hotel closest to the Joseph B. Martin Conference Center at Harvard Medical School, where the conference is being held. The hotel is a five minute walk from the Conference Center. Rooms are limited so if you need hotel accommodations we encourage you to make your reservation as soon as possible. Please note that the cutoff date for receiving our discounted hotel rate is August 22, 2011.
Registration
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Past Events
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