16th MDMA Annual Meeting

Park Hyatt
Washington, DC
May 24-26, 2010

The Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA) is the consistent voice representing the entrepreneurial, innovative medical technology industry. The 16th MDMA Annual Meeting will provide an opportunity for members and non members to hear and discuss some of the most critical issues of concern to device manufacturers within the current legislative and regulatory environment.

Value of Attending

• Engage industry executives, government officials and expert panelists on critical issues
• Hear first-hand updates on the latest news and must have information for med-tech CEOs
• Build relationships while networking with more than 150 med-tech CEOs and senior executives
• Meet with your Congressional delegation on Capitol Hill

View highlights from the 2009 Annual Meeting.

Agenda

Monday, May 24th

6:00 - 7:30 pm        

Opening Reception

Hosted by ALLERGAN

• Mitt Romney, Former Massachusettes Governor *

Tuesday, May 25th

8:00 - 9:45 am         

Networking and Keynote Breakfast

8:00-8:30 am     

Welcome and Opening Remarks                                

• Mark Leahey, President & CEO, MDMA
• Joe Kiani, Chairman and CEO, Masimo, MDMA Chairman

9:00-9:45 am    

FDA Commissioner Address

• Margaret Hamburg M.D., FDA Commissioner, HHS*

9:45-10:00 am        

Break

10:00-10:45 am   

Innovation Outlook

• Industry expert, David Cassak, Windhover Information's Managing Partner *, will discuss venture funding, acquisition activity and what lies ahead for the industry.

10:45-12:00 pm   

The Impact of Health Care Reform on Medical Technology Companies
With uncertainty in the health care reform debate, a panel of health policy experts will discuss the potential implications for device manufacturers in the years ahead.  What impact will health reform have on the industry and what does it mean for innovation?

12:00 - 1:30 pm        

Keynote Luncheon

1:45-3:00 pm    

CDRH Update
FDA leadership and industry experts will discuss the current state of CDRH.

• Jeffrey Shuren M.D., Director, CDRH
• Josh Makower M.D., Founder and CEO, ExploraMed Development
• John Manthei, Partner, Latham and Watkins

3:30-5:30 pm        

Congressional Fly-In
Meeting participants will attend Hill meetings with their respective Senators and Representative to discuss issues affecting the innovative medical technology industry.

5:30-7:00 pm    

MDMA Chairman's Reception
Network with medical technology executives, government officials and other industry leaders while honoring a member of congress for their continued commitment to the medical technology industry.

Wednesday, May 26th

8:30-9:15 am  

Opportunities Abroad: What to Expect When Commercializing Outside the US
With greater regulatory challenges in the U.S., more companies are commercializing products overseas.  A panel of executives with experience in international commercialization will share their experiences and strategies for success. 

10:00-10:15 am        

Break

10:15-11:00 am

Practical Steps to Protect IP
This session will discuss the proactive steps companies should take to leverage their patent portfolio given recent administrative and potential legislative changes to the patent review process.

• Eb Bright, General Counsel and VP, Intellectual Property, Exploramed
• Jeff Grainger, Partner, The Foundry
• Steve Jenson, Partner, Knobbe Martens *

11:00-12:15 pm   

Reimbursement Challenges for Entrepreneurial Companies
In recent years, companies with innovative medical therapies have faced numerous challenges in coding, coverage and payment.  The panel will discuss these challenges from the perspectives of a small business. 

• Gretchen Benko, Commercial Marketing Manager, Concentric Medical*
• Charlie Gilbride, Senior Director, Marketing and Business Development, Spinal Motion
• Patty Telgener, Senior Reimbursement Director, Emerson Consultants, Inc.

12:15-1:30 pm       

Closing Luncheon 

*invited speakers, not yet confirmed

2010 Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities

Masimo

Allergan, Inc.

St. Jude Medical

Conceptus

Merit Medical

Moog

Emerson Consultants, Inc.

Alta Partners

The Gray Sheet

MassDevice

medtech insight

IN VIVO

START-UP

Medical Product Outsourcing

Registration Fees

Members: $795

Non Members: $995

Register online

Accommodations

The Park Hyatt is a sophisticated sanctuary and luxury hotel in Washington's fashionable West End Georgetown neighborhood. Just steps from boutique shopping and minutes to the White House and other historic sites, the striking Tony Chi-designed Park Hyatt Washington offers discriminating travelers exceptional accommodations in a premier location. Award winning dining, uncompromising service and luxurious touches make this urbane DC hotel an enclave of refined taste.

Booking Instructions:
A dedicated booking website has been created for the MDMA Annual Meeting. Guests are able to make, modify and cancel hotel reservations online, as well as take advantage of any room upgrades, amenities or other services offered by the hotel.  Book online.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

If you cancel in writing on or before May 4, 2010, you will be refunded your registration fee after an administrative charge of $75. Cancellations not received by this date will not be eligible for a refund. No shows will not be refunded. Balances are due prior to the start of the event.

Sessions and speakers are subject to change without notice. MDMA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any program, whereupon full registration fees will be refunded or applied to the rescheduled program in accordance with the registrant's preference. In the event of cancelled programs, MDMA assumes no responsibility for transportation, hotel, or other expenses incurred by registrants.

Questions

Call Erin Jones at (202) 354-7172.