ANALYST INTERVIEW: CARDIOVASCULAR, ORTHOPEDICS, WOMEN'S HEALTH/UROLOGY: T.KOUCHOUKOS / G.SIMPSON - STIFEL NICOLAUS & CO.

(YAC801) CARDIOVASCULAR, ORTHOPEDICS, WOMEN'S HEALTH/UROLOGY: T.KOUCHOUKOS / G.SIMPSON - STIFEL NICOLAUS & CO. Reviews the performance of the industry, and examines recent changes that have impacted companies in that sector. Topics discussed include competition, mergers and acquisitions, and the development of customer demand; and a number of companies are identified that are considered well positioned to succeed in the current market. Sector: Medical Devices. Published date 12/13/04. Tickers featured: ABMD, ABT, AMMD, ATSI, BCR, BMET, BSX, CPTS, CYTC, EW, GDT, JNJ, LSCP, MDT, STJ, SYK, WMGI, ZMH. Complete text approximately 3000 words. Document # YAC801.

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