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American Thyroid Association
The American Thyroid Association is the leading organization focused on thyroid biology and the prevention and treatment of thyroid disorders through excellence and innovation in research, clinical care, education, and public health. Founded in 1923 as the American Goiter Association, the ATA is a nonprofit professional medical society comprised of physicians and scientists dedicated to enhancing the understanding of thyroid physiology and pathophysiology, improving diagnosis and treatment of thyroid diseases, and promoting the education of physicians, patients, and the public about thyroid disorders.
- ATA membership information can be found at http://www.thyroid.org/professionals/join/index.html
- ATA patient resources can be found at http://www.thyroid.org/patients/
- ATA professional resources can be found at http://www.thyroid.org/professionals/index.html
- ATA Fellows’ Corner can be found at http://www.thyroid.org/fellows.html
ATA Exhibitors
Abbott Laboratories
200 Abbott Park Road
Abbott Park, IL 60064
www.abbott.com
Abbott is a global, broad-based health care company devoted to discovering new medicines, new technologies and new ways to manage health. Our products span the continuum of care from nutritional products to medical devices and pharmaceutical therapies. Our comprehensive product line encircles life itself – addressing important health needs for all ages.
CBLPath
760 Westchester Avenue
Rye Brook, NY 10573
www.cblpath.com
CBLPath is a specialized endocrinology laboratory providing state-of-the-industry diagnostic and reporting services. Our exceptional staff of experienced, board-certified pathologists/cytopathologists are nationally recognized endocrinology experts. Fulfilling our commitment for optimum diagnostic certainty, CBLPath automatically convenes a departmental review of all suspicious and cancer-positive cases prior to delivering a diagnosis. Specialized technicians/technologists, rapid turn-around-time, clear/concise diagnostic reports, fax/web/remote printing capabilities, dedicated client services, pathologist call-back program, experienced local representatives…hallmarks of CBLPath's quality commitment to endocrinologists.
Diagnostic Hybrids
1055 E. State Street, Suite 100
Athens, OH 45701
www.dhiusa.com
Diagnostic Hybrids innovates, develops, manufactures and markets cellular and molecular diagnostic kits for various applications in detecting a wide range of respiratory diseases, herpes infections, thyroid function, and other high value markers of disease. Our products provide an accurate, rapid and cost-effective diagnosis, and our products are changing the way people use technologies to more effectively diagnose and treat respiratory and other diseases. We strive to address a variety of health issues, impacting the quality of healthcare outcomes and the quality of life.
DRAXIMAGE
16751 Trans-Canada Highway
Kirkland, Québec
Canada H9H 4J4
www.draximage.com
DRAXIMAGE develops, manufactures and markets innovative diagnostic imaging radiopharmaceutical solutions. We are a major supplier of lyophilized radiopharmaceutical kits for use with Technetium-99m including DRAXIMAGE® MAA, MDP, DTPA and Glucoheptonate. DRAXIMAGE® kits and radiopharmaceuticals are exported worldwide, with regulatory approval in USA, Canada, parts of Europe and South East Asia. With the introduction of it's Kit for the Preparation of Sodium Iodide I 131 Capsules and Solution USP, Therapeutic Oral in the USA in 2003, DRAXIMAGE has established itself as one of the leading suppliers of I 131 products in North America. DRAXIMAGE's vision is to be a global partner of choice in delivering innovative imaging and radiopharmaceutical solutions.
The Endocrine Society
8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite
900 Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Phone: (301) 941-0200
www.endo-society.org
The Endocrine Society delivers an unparalleled forum for cross-discipline collaboration with more than 14,000 members in over 100 countries. The Society hosts two annual meetings, ENDOTM and the Clinical Endocrinology Update (CEU), and offers ACCME and AMA-compliant CME opportunities. We publish four prestigious, peer-reviewed journals, as well as Endocrine News, the monthly endocrine magazine that delivers the latest clinical trends and research updates. Our Clinical Practice Guidelines on endocrine disorders are vetted through a rigorous multi-step review process. Our public education affiliate, The Hormone Foundation, provides patient materials on a variety of endocrine disorders (www.hormone.org). To learn more, visit www.endo-society.org.
FNApath
4301 W Markham, Slot 517
Little Rock, AR 72205
www.fnapath.com
FNApath is the premiere cytopathology laboratory for office based clinicians, offering high quality pathology services in the most expedient manner. We provide on-site training for slide preparation, staining and adequacy determination.
GE Healthcare
3000 N. Grandview Boulevard
Waukesha, WI 53188
www.gehealthcare.com
GE is making a new commitment to health. Healthymagination will change the way we approach healthcare, with more than 100 innovations all focused on addressing three critical needs: lowering costs, touching more lives and improving quality.
Genzyme Corporation
500 Kendall Street
Cambridge, MA 02142
Phone: (617) 252-7500
www.genzyme.com
One of the world's leading biotechnology companies, Genzyme Corporation makers of Thyrogen® (thyrotropin alfa for injection) is dedicated to making a major positive impact on the lives of people with serious diseases. With many established products and services helping patients in more than 80 countries, Genzyme is a leader in the effort to develop and apply the most advanced technologies in the life sciences. The company's products and services are focused on rare inherited disorders, kidney disease, orthopedics, cancer, transplant and immune diseases, and diagnostic testing.
Graves' Disease Foundation
400 International Drive
Williamsville, NY 14221
Toll Free: (877) NGDF.123
Office: (716) 631-2310
Fax: (716) 631-2822
www.NGDF.org
The Graves' Disease Foundation (GDF), an international health agency is dedicated to finding the cause and cure of Graves' disease. The Foundation provides patient services, public education, professional education, and funds research. Its patient programs include a toll-free hotline that provides individual counseling, a website, and 'bulletin board' where anyone can ask questions about the disease. The Graves' Disease Foundation offers support groups that provide educational, psychological and emotional assistance to patients and family members afflicted with Graves' disease.
Light of Life Foundation
PO Box 163
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Phone: (877) LOL-NECK
www.checkyourneck.com
The Light of Life Foundation (LOL), founded in 1997, is committed to support, education, and awareness for thyroid cancer patients, their families and the lay public. LOL is dedicated to improving the quality of life of the thyroid cancer patient, through continuing education of the lay public and the medical community, and promoting research and development to improve thyroid cancer care.
Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Publishers
140 Huguenot Street, 3rd Floor
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Phone: (914) 740-2100
www.liebertpub.com
Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. publishes authoritative peer-reviewed journals in promising areas of science and biomedical research, including THYROID, the official publication of the American Thyroid Association (www.liebertpub.com/thy). This monthly Journal is indispensable for all those who want to keep up to date on the latest research in laboratory diagnostics.
Medison America, Inc.
11075 Knott Ave, C
Cypress, CA 90630
Phone: (714) 889-3000
www.medisonusa.com
Medison’s innovations in digital imaging technology are making a difference in hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The company provides a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art ultrasound products such as portable devices and multi-specialty real-time 3D/4D systems that meet the demands of healthcare professionals for greater functionality, reliability, and diagnostic accuracy. A dedicated provider of ultrasound solutions, Medison’s commitment to research and development is unmatched in the world. See it all at: MedisonUSA.com
Mindray Ultrasound
1170 North Lincoln Street
Dixon, California 95620
Phone: (800) 722-4273
www.mindray.com
Mindray provides High Resolution Diagnostic Ultrasound for Thyroid Examinations allowing definitive lesion identification, needle guidance for cyst aspirations (FNA) and Biopsies. With the new I-Clear, the M-5 Portable LapTop Ultrasound with Adjustable Height Cart provides the most Distinct Imaging and Convenience.
Outpatient Pathology Associates
3301 C Street, Suite 103C
Sacramento, CA 95816
Phone: (916) 444-0889
www.outpatientpathology.com
Outpatient Pathology Associates (OPA), established in 1987, is a unique medical group which emphasizes state-of-the-art diagnosis where most care takes place: outside the hospital. OPA combines national leadership in fine needle aspiration (FNA) with outpatient surgical pathology and cytopathology tailored to the needs of outpatient medical practices. Our doctors are always available at one location for consultation, questions, or assistance to client physicians and their staff. Every medical practice has unique requirements and we strive to maintain flexibility to fill your needs.
SmartSound Ultrasound, Inc.
100 N. Park Avenue
Apopka, FL 32703-4146
Phone: (888) DRSMART
www.drsmart.com
SmartSound Ultrasound is your "one-stop-shopping" source for all your ultrasound equipment, supply and accessory needs and a resource for continuing education. As the national agent for Biosound Esaote, the 4th largest ultrasound company worldwide, we offer a full line of ultrasound products from portable models to high-end radiology-quality systems. Visit our website at www.DrSmart.com to view product presentations, register for upcoming ultrasound educational courses, or conveniently order your ultrasound supplies online. Whether ordering an accessory item or ultrasound equipment, SmartSound's competitive pricing policy gives you peace of mind.
SonoSite, Inc.
21919 30th Drive SE
Bothell, WA 98021-3904
Phone: (888) 482-9449
www.sonosite.com
With thousands of systems installed worldwide, SonoSite is the recognized innovator of the most rapidly growing sector of the global ultrasound market. SonoSite offers a family of products to suit a wide range of clinical applications and settings. Because our sole focus is hand-carried ultrasound, we know what our users need. We design our systems to perform high-quality examinations wherever and whenever necessary
ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors’ Association, Inc.
PO Box 1545
New York, NY 10159-1545
Phone: (877) 588-7904
www.thyca.org
ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, Inc., a national nonprofit organization advised by thyroid cancer specialists, educates and supports patients and families through its award-winning web site, support groups, person-to-person support, free newsletter and downloadable low-iodine cookbook, and materials in English and Spanish. ThyCa also sponsors seminars, workshops, and an annual international 3-day conference, as well as Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, year-round awareness programs for early detection, and thyroid cancer research funds and research grants.
Toshiba Ultrasound
Endocrinology Sales
4713 1st Street, Suite 100
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Phone: (866) 280-2417
www.headandneckultrasound.com
Toshiba offers the Nemio Series Ultrasound systems featuring high resolution 16 MHz scanning and the 10 MHz Mini-Convex probe for easy, accurate Biopsy. Thyroid Scanning Presets and Thyroid Calculations make the system a cinch to use. The Nemio systems are backed by Onsite Toshiba Service and the 800 Assist Line. With over 160,000 systems sold, Toshiba is the world’s leading manufacturer of ultrasound having made seminal contributions to ultrasound technology over the years, including premium, affordable equipment.
Ultrasonix Medical Corporation
130 - 4311 Viking Way
Richmond, BC
Canada, V6V 2K9
www.ultrasonix.com
Ultrasonix is a leading developer and manufacturer of high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging systems. The company's unique OpenSONIX ultrasound technology provides superior image quality, ease of use and clinical flexibility. The SonixTOUCH ENDO provides a complete solution for Endocrinology, with outstanding imaging, dedicated, easy-to-use touchscreen-driven interface and a unique freehand biopsy guidance technology, SonixGPS, that virtually eliminates the training learning curve for performing biopsies.
Yale Pathology Labs
310 Cedar Street
New Haven, CT 06520-8023
www.yalepath.org
Yale Pathology Labs is part of a dynamic environment that combines the facilities and patient care talents of Yale-New Haven Hospital, as well as the additional resources of the entire Yale-New Haven Health System, with the internationally recognized teaching and research expertise of Yale University School of Medicine.
In addition to foremost pathologists trained in a wide variety of clinical subspecialties including thyroid pathology, we offer the most comprehensive anatomic pathology service locally and across the nation, using the most sophisticated equipment available and aided by technologically advanced diagnostic tools. Members of our team hold joint appointments at the Yale University School of Medicine, and Yale-New Haven Hospital (YNHH). These doctors have helped to establish the Yale Medical Center's preeminent national and international reputation.
When you choose to use Yale Pathology Labs for your anatomic pathology testing needs, you will find an exceptional medical community pooling its technical resources and its vast array of human talent to resolve the diagnostic question at hand.
