Ellex Medical Lasers Ltd. The Ellex vision is to provide leading-edge laser and ultrasound systems that help ophthalmologists fight blindness
Overview
Ellex is a global leader in the design and manufacture of ophthalmic laser and ultrasound systems used by ophthalmologists to diagnose and treat eye disease. With more than 15,000 systems delivered to the market, Ellex has evolved since 1985 from a manufacturing company of primarily OEM products, to direct marketing of our own branded products through subsidiaries in the United States, Japan, Germany and Australia, and a network of distribution partners in more than 100 countries. In recent years, Ellex has diversified its product range beyond lasers and ultrasound to include distribution of a number of complementary third-party ophthalmic products.
Number of employees: 150+
Main business focus/
Listing by sector:
- Medical Devices - Ophthalmic and optical devices
- Ophthalmology
- Diagnostics
Competitive Advantages
Ellex’s research and development program includes funding to explore new ways to fight blindness. Among the company’s current research efforts is Ellex 2RT™ (Retinal Regeneration Therapy), a project that is focused on developing a revolutionary new laser therapy for the treatment of a range of degenerative eye diseases, including Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). For more information on the Ellex 2RT™ clinical trials currently underway, please visit www.ellex.com/2RT.
Technology/IP
Ellex maintains a strong emphasis on intellectual property and holds several international method and device patents.
Contact Details
| Contact person | Kate Hunt |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Corporate Communications Manager |
| Address | 82 Gilbert Street |
| City/Suburb | Adelaide |
| State | South Australia |
| khunt@ellex.com | |
| Phone | +61 8 8104 5214 |
| Website | http://ww.ellex.com |
