The United States Commercial Service (U.S. Department of Commerce) in San Francisco is dedicated to helping Bay Area small and medium size biotech, health care, and life science firms expand to overseas markets.

Christina Sharkey, Senior International Trade Specialist with the Commercial Service in San Francisco has significant expertise facilitating the entry of biotechnology, health care and life science firms to international markets. She also has unique insight into the challenges and opportunities facing small and medium sized businesses exporting overseas thanks to her work in the U.S. Embassy Commercial Section in both Egypt and China.

In addition to working with clients directly, the Department of Commerce in San Francisco is an excellent resource for local firms looking for market research and other resources. In addition to our new guide to overseas clinical trials, we maintain a schedule of upcoming biotech and life science events in the Bay Area and worldwide. We also have information on hot trade leads and provide free, targeted market research for biotechnology, health care and life science firms.

Christina Sharkey, Sr. International Trade Specialist, can be reached at 415-705-1765 or christina.sharkey@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov .

Upcoming Healthcare Webinars, Trade Leads, Events, and Market Research

Upcoming Events:

*BIOTECHNICA 2009 – Hannover, Germany

Oct. 6-9, 2009. BIOTECHNICA in Hannover is the leading event within the European biotech industry. It embraces every segment of biotechnology - from basic biotechnology and equipment, bio-informatics and services to the five major areas of application: pharmaceuticals/medicine, industry, food, agriculture, the chemical industry and the environment. From research and product development, equipment, process technology and services to production and marketing: the exhibition section of BIOTECHNICA charts the biotech industry's value-adding chain from start to finish. For information on exhibiting or attending the show, please contact Deniz Kurdakul at Hannover Fairs USA at Tel: (609) 987-1202, ext.284 or email Dkurdakul@N0SPAM.hfusa.com

*BioJapan 2009 – Yokohama, Japan

Oct. 7-9, 2009. The themes for this years' "BioJapan - World Business Forum" are: Health (pharma), Environment, Food (agriculture) and Clusters & Bio-ventures. If your company is involved in any of these bioindustry areas, this is an excellent year to consider participation in BioJapan. The USA Pavilion is one of the largest country pavilions. Exhibitors in the USA Pavilion will receive the following as part of the pavilion package: 1) completely furnished exhibition booth; 2) entry in the USA Pavilion exhibitor mini-catalog in addition to the BioJapan show directory; 3) pre-show promotional activities; 3) USA Pavilion sponsored networking reception; and 4) dedicated support from CS Japan biomedical specialists before, during and after the show. For more information contact Helen.Peterson@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov or tamami.honda@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*Product Literature Center at Public Health– Kiev, Ukraine

Oct. 13-16, 2009. The U.S. Commercial Service (CS) in Kiev, Ukraine, is pleased to announce to American companies the opportunity to promote themselves at a major Ukraine's medical and pharmaceutical industries exhibition – by sending their catalogs for exhibit and promotion. Public Health 2009 will be held at the International Exhibition Center in Kiev, Ukraine on October 13-16, 2009 and will feature a wide range of medical equipment (including dental, clinical laboratory and optical) and pharmaceuticals. At this show, CS Kiev will organize the Product Literature Center (PLC). CS Kiev invites you to participate by sending your product catalogs and price lists for display in the CS PLC, and for distribution to interested Ukrainian companies. The cost of company promotion in the CS Product Literature Center is USD 300 per U.S. company. For more information contact Olena.Stephanska@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*Rehacare 2009 – Dusseldorf, Germany

Oct. 14-17, 2009. International is Europe's premier rehabilitation and care event, taking place annually in the Fall in Duesseldorf. It is open to the public and has a great number of end-users sourcing new products and developments. REHACARE International features 50,000 trade visitors and people with special needs and in six halls, 805 exhibitors from 32 countries, showcasing innovative rehabilitation technologies and services and offering advice and information on all aspects of rehabilitation and care. US exporters of rehabilitation and/or personal care equipment should consider REHACARE for attending or exhibiting. For more information contact Anette.Salama@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*China International Medical Equipment Fair - CMEF Autumn 2009 – Chengdu, China

Oct. 28-31, 2009. Now in its 30th year of operation, CMEF is the largest medical device trade fair in Asia, taking place biannually in spring and autumn. In 2002, the show organizers opened the show to international exhibitors and visitors. CMEF Autumn 2010 provides U.S. exhibitors and visitors an excellent opportunity to export to both the Chinese and international medical device market, both finished goods and components or contract manufacturing services. Concurrent with the show, CMEF provides a variety of seminars, conferences, presentations and symposia which greatly enhances the exchange of information and business development. The CMEF autumn show hosts 2,300 exhibitors covering 80,000 sq. meters and attracts 50,000 visitors, including decision makers and influencers from civil and military hospitals, agents and distributors, as well as production managers, R&D managers, technical buyers, engineers and technicians. The U.S. pavilion is a great opportunity for any company wishing to expand into China's fast growing market. For more information contact eric.wolff@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*Corporate Executive Office (CEO) at Medica 2009   Dusseldorf, Germany

November 18-21, 2009. At MEDICA 2009, November 18-21, 2009 in Dusseldorf, Germany, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce will offer a unique way for U.S. firms to optimize their participation in the world’s largest and most prestigious medical technology and equipment show. 

The Corporate Executive Office (CEO) at MEDICA 2009 provides the ideal opportunity to: 

• Showcase your product to over 137,500 "trade only" visitors from 85 countries. 
• Expand your business to Europe and the world.
• Meet the finest partners, agents, distributors and customers from the 4,960 exhibitors.
• Strike business deals without the expense of an exhibition booth.

For more information and to sign up for the program please visit: http://www.buyusa.gov/healthcare/medica_ceo.html

*Greater New York Dental Meeting 2009 – New York, United States

Nov. 2, 2009- Dec. 02, 2009. The Greater New York Dental Meeting is considered throughout the world as the premier dental meeting in the United States. Drawing upon approximately 1500 technical exhibits and bringing together 2,700 international attendees representing 107 countries, GNYDM showcases the latest technological advances in the art and science of dentistry. GNYDM is viewed as the crown jewel of dental meetings and has seen a spike in attendance over the past few yers. It is unmatched for breadth and scope of subjects with a full program of conferences and seminars running concurrently with the exhibits. The education features 300 renowned clinicians from around the world who give presentations covering the latest scientific advances in the world of dentistry and healthcare. Many of he courses give certificates at completion of the course. For more information contact Carol.Rudman@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*Arab Health 2010 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Jan. 25-28, 2009. Arab Health is the largest healthcare show in the Middle East, with over a 30-year history of offering companies the opportunity to showcase their products in one of the fastest growing and the most lucrative healthcare markets in the world. Held in conjunction with a multi-track healthcare congress, Arab Health is open to professional visitors, dealers and distributors who attend the show to learn about the latest developments and source new products. U.S. companies who attended the show last year reported that they had received quality inquires and conducted excellent business. Any U.S. medical company interested in expanding its export sales to grow should participate in this premier event in the region. Please contact the organizer for information on how you can join this exciting event.For more information contact Lisa.Huot@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*Medical Trade Mission to India – New Delhi, India

Mar. 08-13, 2009. The U.S. Department of Commerce's medical trade mission to India will help U.S. medical/ healthcare industry manufacturers and service providers enter or expand their presence in this rapidly growing market. The mission will introduce U.S. suppliers to prospective end-users and partners whose needs and capabilities are targeted to each U.S. participant's business objectives. The delegates will meet with Indian government officials to obtain first-hand information about regulations, policies and procedures and will visit healthcare facilities. The Commercial Service in India (CS India) will organize appointments and briefings in three cities on this mission: New Delhi, Chennai and Mumbai, India's major healthcare industry hubs. In addition, U.S. participants will have the opportunity to exhibit at Medical Fair India 2010 in Mumbai. For more information contact Jetta.DeNend@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

*IDEM SINGAPORE International Dental Exhibition and Meeting – Singapore, Singapore

Apr. 16-18, 2009. IDEM (International Dental Exhibition&Meeting) is the most international dental trade show in the Asia-Pacific region.IDEM Singapore 2010 will be the 5th edition of the show after taking place in 2000,2002, 2004 and 2006.The show showcases a variety of dental products used by pofessionals. All aspects of dental care,repair, prosthetics, dental practice management, furnishings and materials for dental practice and laboratories are covered. Koelnmessen,Inc.(KM), the show organizer has strong ties to the international dental trade and dental equipment manufacturing industries worldwide. Existing know-how and connections in the dental industry have enabled KM to establish a "top notch"dental event.For more information contact Luanne.Theseira@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

Hot Trade Leads:

Hot Trade Leads from the US Embassies: For more information on these and other leads, please visit http://www.export.gov/eac/trade_leads.asp

*World Bank: Armenia, Bangladesh, Georgia, Mongolia

The World Bank is a funding a number of health sector projects with associated procurements that may be of interest to U.S. Medical equipment and laboratory equipment suppliers, as well as expert consultants in the health sector. For more information contact the U.S. Commercial Service’s Office at the World Bank in Washington, DC at WorldBank@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov .

Free Market Research Reports

For more information on these and other free reports, please visit: http://buyusa.gov/healthcare/marketresearch.html

*Biotechnology

Mexico: Biotechnology Industry (08/04/2009)

Austria: In-Vitro Diagnostics Market (05/18/2009)

*Clinical Chemistry and Other Clinical Laboratory Science

South Africa: Clinical Chemistry Products (06/11/2009)

*Dental

Venezuela: Dental Equipment (08/12/2009)

Slovakia: Dental Equipment and Services (06/30/2009)

India: Dental Equipment Market (05/13/2009)

*Healthcare Services

Slovakia: Health Information Technology (09/21/2009)

Australia: Allied Healthcare (08/26/2009)

China: Medical Devices and Healthcare Reform (07/06/2009)

Japan: Point-of-care Testing (POCT) Market (06/30/2009)

Saudi Arabia: Healthcare Equipment Market (06/10/2009)

South Africa: Healthcare Reform – Introduction of National Health Insurance (06/10/2009)

Singapore: Healthcare for the Elderly (06/02/2009)

Saudi Arabia: Healthcare Market Brief (5/31/2009)

Australia: Aged Care Sector (05/18/2009)

*Medical Devices and Instruments

Argentina and Uruguay: Medical Equipment and Instruments (09/22/2009)

Mexico: Sanitary Registration for Medical Devices (08/27/2009)

Thailand: Dermatological and Skin Care Devices and Equipment (08/03/2009)

Canada: Healthcare Medical Equipment (07/24/2009)

Thailand: Clinical Laboratory Testing Devices and Equipment (06/25/2009)

Hong Kong: Medical Equipment (06/04/2009)

Indonesia: Medical Equipment and Supplies (5/28/2009)

South Africa: Electro-medical Device Market Overview and Regulations (05/12/2009)

Finland: Medical Industry Overview (05/06/2009)

*Pharmaceuticals and Nutritional Supplements

Hungary: Pharmaceuticals Industry (09/15/2009)

Malaysia: Nutraceutical / Health Supplements (08/24/2009)

Mexico: Dietary and Herbal Supplements (08/06/2009)

Germany: Pharmaceuticals (07/01/2009)

Hong Kong: Natural Products (06/29/2009)

Taiwan: Natural Products Market (06/17/2009)

Hong Kong: Snapshot of Hong Kong’s market for Health Supplement Products (06/02/2009)

Egypt: Medicated Skin Products (05/21/2009)

Egypt: Vitamins and Dietary Supplements (05/18/2009)