Originally Published MX May/June 2004

BUSINESS NEWS

Haury

The launch of a new trade association in the U.S. Southeast reflects the increasing presence of medical technology companies in the region.

The Southeastern Medical Device Association (SEMDA; Atlanta) will serve as a networking and educational community for the region, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.

The organization will expand its geographical presence as it evolves, says SEMDA president and cofounder Rick Haury, a partner in the healthcare and medical device group of Morris, Manning & Martin LLP (Atlanta).

"The goal is to help promote a forum for the free flow of ideas and information among the varying constituencies," says Haury. He cites physicians, inventors, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and scientists as the association's targets for membership.