SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, May 5, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:MMSI), a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional and diagnostic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology and gastroenterology, today announced that it will participate at Bank of America's 2009 Health Care Conference being held May 12-14, 2009 at The Palace Hotel in New York City.
On Wednesday, May 13th, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Merit's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Fred P. Lampropoulos will give a 30-minute presentation regarding Merit's history, products, financial performance and prospects. He will also participate in one-on-one meetings throughout the day. A webcast of his presentation can be accessed and will be archived through May 29, 2009 at http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/bas/healthcare09/id08204609.cfm.
ABOUT MERIT
Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacture and distribution of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional and diagnostic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology and gastroenterology. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force totaling approximately 100 individuals. Merit employs approximately 1,780 people worldwide, with facilities in Salt Lake City and South Jordan, Utah; Angleton, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; and Galway, Ireland.
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