Lumenis(R) Introduces Four New Products & Delivery Devices at the 2008 American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting in Atlanta, G...( SANTA CLARA Calif. Nov. 6 /- Lume...),Health

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumenis(R) Ltd. a global developer, manufacturer and marketer of laser, light-based and radiofrequency devices for ophthalmic, surgical and aesthetic applications, announced today that it will introduce four new ophthalmic lasers and delivery devices on November 8th at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dov Ofer, Lumenis' President and Chief Executive Officer stated: "Lumenis is proud to be yet again at the forefront of ophthalmic laser technology with the introduction of the Selecta(R) family of ophthalmic lasers, the Novus(R) Spectra(TM) Dual-Port Photocoagulator and the LumeProbe(TM) comprehensive family of premium endo photocoagulation laser probes. This industry-leading achievement stems from Lumenis' 40-year history of ophthalmic laser innovation. In 1970, we were the first company to introduce a laser in this field; since then, we have followed with a series of additional sight-preserving milestones, including the first laser photocoagulator, laser indirect ophthalmoscope, multicolor photocoagulator, photodynamic therapy laser, the revolutionary Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) system and solid state multicolor laser."

"At this year's AAO Meeting, we simply continue this long-standing tradition as we proudly showcase the newest additions to our existing and already robust product portfolio of ophthalmic lasers - a new and complete set of ophthalmic laser solutions. Our Selecta family of lasers for the ophthalmic practice offers it all - from ultimate simplicity, to comprehensive choice of therapy with maximum flexibility. Our new laser delivery devices are specifically designed to provide superior performance, as well as improve physician comfort during procedures," said Dov Ofer.

"Today, Lumenis also further expands its capabilities in the Retina segment with the introduction of the LumeProbe product family," said Gideon (Gidi) Sturlesi,
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