Originally Published MDDI December 2003

From manufacturing and business developments to regulatory and reimbursement activities—key developments and events are captured in this year's .

The Editors

The past 12 months were marked by a number of significant events that are shaping the medical device industry's future. The following pages provide a graphic representation of the industry's current state and identify milestones of the past year.

• Manufacturing
• Regulatory
• Technology Costs
• Home Health Care
• Key Mergers & Acquisitions
• Technology Advances
• Top 40 Companies

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