Jonathon Hamilton
Jonathon Hamilton
confident freedom respect
We are confident we have freedom to operate. With respect to Guidant's product, it would be inappropriate for us to comment.
acquiring business enhance interested
We're very interested in acquiring Guidant's vascular business. If this acquisition of Guidant's vascular business were to go through, it would significantly enhance our vascular business.
agreements both business either forged growth
We forged both of those agreements so that Abbott's vascular business will have some significant growth opportunities in either situation.
material none
None of these are material to this transaction.
bought future growth land premature regarding
We bought this land in anticipation of future growth and expansion. It's premature for Abbott to make any announcement regarding the future development or use of the land.
benefits confident enjoy full
We are confident that Abbott will enjoy the full benefits of the acquisition.
changes employee facilities forward intention welcoming
Abbott has no intention of making any significant changes to the Guidant vascular facilities or employee base. We look forward to welcoming the Guidant vascular and endovascular teams.