1、2012 ANNUAL REPORTWe are advancing science for life.OUR MISSION:Boston Scientific is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.2 Letter to our Employees and Stockholders 6 2012 Business Highlights 8 Meaningful Innovation
2、10 Matthew,treated with the Vessix Renal Denervation System1 for treating hypertension,gets a second chance at childhood12 Matt,recipient of our S-ICD System defibrillator,preemptively confronts a rare,hereditary medical disorder14 Heidi,recipient of our Altrua Pacemaker,keeps pace with her toddler
3、now that her heartbeat is regulated16 Corporate Information Learn how nearly 35 years of meaningful innovation at Boston Scientific has saved and improved millions of lives by visiting In the U.S.,this device is investigational and not available for use or sale.OUR CORE VALUES:CaringWe act with inte
4、grity and compassion to support patients,customers,our communities and each other.Meaningful InnovationWe advance science through medical technologies that decrease the physical and emotional impact on patients and reduce the cost of healthcare.High PerformanceWe strive for high performance to benef
5、it our patients,clinicians and shareholders.Global CollaborationWe work collaboratively to pursue global opportunities that extend the reach of our medical solutions.DiversityWe embrace diversity and value the unique talents,ideas and experiences of our employees.Winning SpiritWe adapt to change and
6、 act with speed,agility and accountability to further improve patient care.Information on or connected to our website(or the website of any third party)referenced in this Annual Report is in addition to and not a part of or incorporated by reference into this Annual Report.Throughout this Annual Rep