Since Olympus was founded in Japan in 1919, it has become a leading manufacturer of innovative optical and digital equipment for the healthcare and consumer electronics sectors. For over 90 years we have led the way in designing endoscopy and microscopy products, medical and industrial equipment, as well as cameras and voice recorders.
Formed in 1970, Olympus UK and Ireland has grown from a staff of four to become firmly established as an international leader in the manufacture and supply of specialised medical, industrial, imaging and audio equipment. Today, the company employs over 1000 individuals at its purpose-built headquarters in Southend-on-Sea, England, and subsidiaries in Dublin, Plymouth, and Bolton.
The Medical Systems Division represents Olympus’ largest business domain. Olympus aims to continuously identify better and more economical solutions, to improve the wellbeing of patients, enhance the working environment for doctors and nursing staff and develop the overall performance of health care providers. Working closely with health care professionals every day, Olympus matches its innovative capabilities in medical technology and precision manufacturing with their skills to provide the best possible outcomes for patients and society. As healthcare professionals focus on early detection of diseases and minimally invasive procedures, Olympus is here to deliver the diagnostic and therapeutic technologies they need to treat their patients. The portfolio ranges from endoscopes, laparoscopes, as well as video and imaging systems, to electro-surgical devices, system integration solutions and a wide range of EndoTherapy instruments.
Olympus prides itself on developing leading innovative technology, which advances the art of endoscopy. From the launch of variable stiffness (1999) and ScopeGuide (2001) to Narrow Band Imaging (2006) and more recently, Responsive Insertion Technology and Dual Focus.
This year, Olympus will be focusing on future endoscopy technology, which further advances endoscopy imaging for upper GI, small bowel and lower GI to aid diagnosis and improve patient outcomes.
The technologies contained in the EVIS LUCERA ELITE endoscopy system can help you realise the future of endoscopy today, with tangible benefits for both patients and staff. Learn how Olympus technologies can contribute to the future of your department and how numerous studies have proven the benefits of EVIS LUCERA ELITE. Why imagine the future of endoscopy when the future is already here? Come and visit us at stand 29 to find out more.
For more information, please visit our website www.olympus.co.uk
