SKILLMAN, N.J., Nov. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — ConvaTec, a
world-leading developer and marketer of innovative medical
technologies for community and hospital care, today announced the
appointment of Bradford (Brad) Barton as President, ConvaTec U.S.
Based in Skillman, NJ, Barton will lead the ConvaTec U.S.
organization across the company’s three core business areas –
Ostomy Care, Wound Therapeutics, and Continence and Critical Care.
Barton joined ConvaTec in 1996, and has held a number of
management positions across the company’s business divisions and
regions. Most recently, Barton served as Vice President
– Americas, with responsibility for the Wound Therapeutics
business in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. He also has
served as Vice President – Intercontinental, as well as Vice
President/General Manager of the Ostomy Care business in the U.S.
In his new role, Barton will join the ConvaTec Executive
Committee.
“The U.S. continues to be a priority market for ConvaTec, where
we have long held leadership positions and remain committed to
providing unparalleled service and support to our healthcare
customers,” said David Johnson, CEO, ConvaTec. “As a trusted
advisor and leader within ConvaTec, Brad brings a tremendous depth
of experience and knowledge to this important role.”
About ConvaTecConvaTec is a leading developer and marketer of
innovative medical technologies that have helped improve the lives
of millions of people worldwide. With four key focus areas
– Ostomy Care, Wound Therapeutics, Continence and Critical
Care, and Infusion Devices – ConvaTec products support health
care professionals from the hospital to the community health
setting. For more information, please visit www.convatec.com.
© 2010 ConvaTec Inc.
AP-010626-US ContactsPunnie DonohueConvaTecPhone: 908-904-2151
