Olympus America Company Research Report

Company Overview

Name: Olympus America

Mission: Making people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling.

Founded: No information is available.

Founders: No information is available.

Key People:

Julien Sauvagnargues - President and Chief Executive Officer, Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Gabriela Kaynor - Chief Strategy Officer, Olympus Corporation

Richard Reynolds - President, Medical Systems Group, Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Jose Gaston - President, Olympus Latin American Division

Michael Noyes - Head, Olympus Surgical Technologies America

Christine Gordon - Chief Compliance Officer

David Gomez - General Counsel

Headquarters: Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA

Number of Employees: Over 4,800 in North and South America; ~29,000 worldwide.

Revenue: No information is available.

Known For: Olympus is known for its medical technology innovations, particularly in endoscopes and minimally invasive procedures.

Products

Product Offerings

Endoscopic Solutions: Includes endoscopes, laparoscopes, video imaging systems, and system integration solutions.

Therapeutic Solutions: Offers endotherapy instruments to prevent, detect, and treat disease.

High-level Description

Endoscopic Solutions: Advanced diagnostic and imaging tools aiding minimally invasive procedures.

Therapeutic Solutions: Devices assisting in therapeutic interventions, notably for gastroenterological applications.

Key Features

Endoscopic Solutions: Integration with advanced video systems like EVIS X1™ for improved diagnostics and visualization.

Therapeutic Solutions: Instruments like the SnareMaster™ for effective polyp management during GI procedures.

Recent Developments

New Product Launches & Features

iTind™ Procedure: Olympus announced new CMS reimbursement codes for the iTind™ procedure, a minimally invasive treatment for BPH.

Spiration Valve System: Launched an AI screening program to enhance access to lung volume reduction treatments.

Alimetry Investment: Features an AI-powered wearable device for diagnosing gut disorders.

New Partnerships and Collaborations

Partnership with Proximie: Engaging with a global health tech company to advance medical technology access.

COPD Awareness Collaborations: Collaborating with Right2Breathe to enhance COPD treatment awareness.

Recognitions

LTEN Leadership Program Award: Received in the Leadership Development Program category for its Emerging Leaders Program.

Other Developments

Ergonomics and Education in Gynecology: Highlighted product offerings and educational modules at the AAGL Congress.

Lung Cancer Awareness Initiatives: Supported efforts to increase access to lung cancer screenings through legislative support and patient navigator programs.

Conclusion

Olympus America continues to be a leader in medical technology, emphasizing patient care and innovation. With significant developments in minimally invasive treatments and partnerships to improve healthcare delivery, Olympus remains committed to its mission of advancing healthcare quality and accessibility worldwide.