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Business Solutions
AdvaMed members are eligible for pricing discounts from these top service providers:
Medical Technology Information Resource
Windhover Information provides superior analysis and critical commentary on health care business strategy to the medical device and diagnostic, biotech and pharmaceutical industries, and to investors interested in those spaces. Windhover publications, including Medtech Insight, IN VIVO and Start-Up, in-depth medical technology market reports as well as business conferences and a comprehensive deals database, all help executives worldwide in their decision-making processes. Windhover's editorial goal: to clearly present objective, accurate, fundamentally valuable decision-making information.
To learn more about these products, visit http://www.windhover.com/ or to take advantage of special pricing discounts on select Windhover products exclusive to AdvaMed members, please contact Ida Stepinac at (203) 838-4401 x128 or send an email to istepinac@windhover.com
TransPerfect is the leading provider of language and business services to medical device companies worldwide. With ISO 9001:2000 and EN 15038:2006 certifications for quality assurance, a global network of rigorously tested medical linguists, and 24/7 production capabilities, TransPerfect has the resources and expertise to provide comprehensive language solutions that meet the complex needs and ever-changing regulatory requirements of the medical devices industry. Our Crimson Life Sciences division, which is the only translation provider exclusively dedicated to Class II and III devices and List A and B IVDS, is the only organization in the world certified to ISO 9001:2000, ISO 13485:2003, and ISO 14971:2000.
Over the years, our highly specialized team has provided multilingual communication services to medical device specialists around the world, including biomedical engineers, sales personnel, government regulators, and caregivers. We have experience translating product manuals, marketing collateral, labels, data sheets, reports, user guides, package inserts, patents, and all other types of medical device documents. We also offer cutting-edge technologies that reduce costs and improve consistency, making TransPerfect the ideal language services provider for major medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and CRO companies around the globe. With over 50 locations on 4 continents, we are able to offer around-the-clock client service and local support. To find the TransPerfect location nearest you, contact us at advamed@transperfect.com or visit our website at www.transperfect.com.
Industry specific insurance and related risk management services Medmarc has been chosen as AdvaMed's preferred service provider for industry specific insurance and related risk management services. Through strategic alliances with The Hartford Financial Services Group, a Fortune 100 Company, and Biomedic Insure, a France-based trading partner, companies can access comprehensive "all-lines" insurance products covering areas including world-wide clinical trials and products liability protection, comprehensive executive liability and property protection from The Hartford and protection for scientific advisory board members.
Founded in 1979 by 31 manufacturers of medical devices, Medmarc is the nation’s leading products liability insurance provider to our industry. Medmarc's 28+ year history of underwriting products liability risk for the medical device technology industry, combined with its time-tested and proven strategic alliance with The Hartford, give AdvaMed assurance that Medmarc will remain committed to serving your current and future needs. For more information or specific questions about how Medmarc Insurance and The Hartford will assist you in meeting your long-term insurance protection and risk management needs, contact us at: advamed@medmarc.com. While an AdvaMed pricing discount is not available, Medmarc's and Hartford's knowledge and understanding of the medical device industry paired with the loss prevention and claims management expertise will lead to a more economical long-term priced insurance program. For additional information, please call (703) 652-1360 or 800 356 6886 x360.
www.medmarc.com/life_sciences/advamed.asp http://www.thehartford.com/
European Logistics and Support
HealthLink Europe has been chosen to join the select group of AdvaMed's preferred service providers for members that require both medical logistics and support services in Europe. Establishing traction into the European device market traditionally requires a physical presence and significant capital investment. Through HealthLink, American healthcare companies can utilize our established facilities without the costs of setting up their own operations.
Since 1994 HealthLink has assisted more than 50 American device companies by operating as their “European office” providing a transparent extension of their business, through both our professional personnel and customized services.
Our scalable infrastructure includes an ISO 13485 certified medical services center in the Netherlands that includes:
Multi lingual customer service and call center
Distribution center for warehousing and logistics
Financial and administration department including payroll, invoicing, tracking receivables, banking, collections and VAT management.
Our knowledge and experience in Europe guides our customers in five key areas:
- Bringing products to market in a cost effective manner
- Customizing our scalable infrastructure
- Information on arms length contracts and agreements
- Country specific VAT management and reimbursement
- Information on direct vs. distributor market selection
Our approach reduces risk and investments associated with establishing a European operation, yet delivers immediate benefits and more satisfied customers. AdvaMed members receive a six-month introductory fee program for full-service customers.
For more information please call Rick Hughes, President HealthLink Europe at: 1-800 781 8926, or rick.hughes@healthlinkeurope.com, or visit our Web site at www.healthlinkeurope.com.
Medical translation services
The Medical Translation Center (MTC), a leading provider of language translation and related services, offers specialized language conversion for the medical device community. Operated by Linguistic Systems, Inc., the Center provides personalized professional medical translations, and ancillary services for more than 115 languages. The MTC is knowledgeable in all Medical Device Directives and has the resources for the services needed to guarantee full national language compliance. AdvaMed members receive a special discount on all orders. The Center offers language conversion for clinical trials documentation, localized translations of promotional materials, as well as translations of patents, contracts, journal articles, training materials, software, and Web sites. LSI was established in 1967 and has performed more than 90,000 assignments for American companies. It s clientele include half of the Fortune 500, including 76 of the Fortune 100. The company has 4,000 carefully screened translators who have subject expertise as well as their native language translation talent.
For further information, go to http://www.linguist.com/services.htm and click on the link to the Medical Translation Center at the left. You may also contact Julie Horvath at 800-654-5006, ext. 455 or jhorvath@linguist.com.
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Business Development Services for Emerging Medical Technology Companies
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OneMedPlace provides an integrated communications platform for emerging companies that provides business development service to maximize potential for member companies. Member of AdvaMed are all listed in this global database with keyword search functionality provided. AdvaMed members who wish to take advantage of its communications services, such as profiles in the Medical Technology Investment Digest and other receive a 33% discount. The services available include:
- Medical Technology Investment Digest. Profiles and ongoing coverage of your progress to reach a global audience interested in staying abreast of promising companies and technologies.
- OneMedPlace.com. A profile in the companies building in this virtual city containing the largest generally available searchable database of companies.
- Med Tech Sentinel. A weekly electronic newsletter that profiles important developments an emerging companies.
For more information: AdvaMed + OneMedPlace Alliance.
Maximize R&D Tax Credits
TAX PROJECTS GROUP is a national professional services firm that specializes in performing Research & Development (R & D) Tax Credit Studies, Cost Segregation Studies, Meals & Entertainment Studies and other tax projects. Our goal is to assist local and regional CPAs and their clients with obtaining significant federal and state income tax refunds and credits.
As a new alliance partner for AdvaMed, Tax Projects Group brings specialized tax experience to the membership.
TPG specializes in providing outsourced research & development tax credit documentation expertise allowing a firm to maximize the potential R&D Tax Credits available. With changes in the federal R&D Tax Credit, middle market companies can now generate income tax credits through their efforts to develop new or improved products, processes, software, formulas or techniques. These tax credits can offset tax liabilities both for companies and shareholders depending upon their structure and tax situation.
TPG is comprised of former “Big Four” partners & managers, former IRS agents, attorneys and engineers and works closely with each client to document the necessary information, calculate the R&D Credit and file amended tax returns to generate cash refunds. TPG also includes audit defense as part of their package to AdvaMed members. Please contact Randy Eickhoff, Partner at Tax Projects Group at (310) 256-3666 x2204.
Raise Millions For Expansion, Relocation or Consolidation
Ecodev, LLC is an internationally recognized expert in economic development financing, site selection and implementation. Ecodev will provide AdvaMed members information on public sector capital incentives available in North America for members looking to expand, relocate, consolidate as well or complete demographic site analysis. Whatever your development stage, we can help you raise capital for R & D, capital equipment, real estate, acquisitions or other needs. Ecodev offers free initial consultations to all AdvaMed members. Please email mike@ecodevllc.com or go to http://www.ecodevllc.com/ for more information
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