Cardiac Science and Gust Bardy launch innovation center to develop cost-effective medical products and services

Jan 11 2010

Cardiac Science Corporation (Nasdaq: CSCX), a global leader in automated external defibrillator (AED) and diagnostic cardiac monitoring devices, has joined with Gust Bardy, MD to create an innovation center focused on the development and commercialization of simple, cost-effective medical products and services that positively impact public health.

"Dr. Bardy shares our vision for the future of medicine and the growing importance of primary, remote, and self-directed care," said Dave Marver, Cardiac Science president and chief executive officer. "He is a proven thought-leader, researcher, clinician, and entrepreneur. We are pleased to forge this long-term relationship with Dr. Bardy to drive innovation and create value."

Under the agreement, Dr. Bardy will lead the Innovation Center within Cardiac Science to develop and commercialize advancements in medical technology and services. The Innovation Center will join Cardiac Science resources with Dr. Bardy's network of physician and research colleagues to focus on novel developments that simplify patient care with improved outcomes.

Dr. Bardy currently leads the Seattle Institute for Cardiovascular Research, where he served as Director and Primary Investigator for several significant trials in cardiology, including the Sudden Cardiac Death in Heart Failure Trial (SCD-HeFT) and the Home AED Trial (HAT). He is also founder and board member of Cameron Health, Inc. and is clinical professor of medicine in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology at University of Washington. Dr. Bardy has obtained more than 350 patents worldwide.

"With their broad reach into primary care and general cardiology offices, Cardiac Science is an ideal partner. I am passionate about making it easier for patients to access medical care and effectively navigate the healthcare system," said Gust Bardy, MD. "Dave and the team at Cardiac Science embrace change. I'm excited to be working with them and look forward to bringing many new ideas to physicians and their patients."