Boston Scientific Opens China Branch of Institute For Advancing Science

Reinforcing its ongoing commitment to leadership in the global medical technology market, Boston Scientific Corporation

today officially opened the China branch of the Boston Scientific Institute for Advancing Science (IAS) as well as its new Innovation Center in the country. Through these state-of-the-art facilities Boston Scientific expects to foster local talent while sustainably developing innovative technologies uniquely suited to the China market. "'Advancing science for life' is at our core, and the facilities we are dedicating today demonstrate our commitment to innovation in professional education and dedication to saving and improving the health of Chinese patients through innovative technologies," said Michael F. Mahoney, president and chief executive officer, Boston Scientific  "China is key to our ongoing global expansion, and we believe that initiatives such as the IAS and Innovation Center will help us to continue adapting to the unique demands of the China market."  IAS: Professional Training Programs to Develop Top Talent in China's Growing Medical Industry The IAS offers Chinese medical practitioners training in clinical practice and multidisciplinary programs in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiac Rhythm Management and Electrophysiology, Endoscopy, Peripheral Interventions and Urology and Women's Health. These programs are intended to raise medical professionals' awareness