Olympus Surgical Technologies America (OSTA) is a proven leader in the development of devices for many surgical specialties including Urology, Gynecology, Ear Nose & Throat, and General Surgery. Technology areas within these specialties include diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopes, advanced energy based hand instruments, sterile single-use devices, and ENT implants. OSTA was created in 2012 to consolidate the North American based R&D and manufacturing facilities following the acquisition of Gyrus ACMI Inc. in 2008. OSTA prides itself on its close connections to the international research community, and strengthens this bond by partnering with the leading physicians and scientists to conduct studies leading to the development of next generation instruments. This partnership has enabled OSTA to advance medical technologies in order to meet the needs of medical professionals and patients globally.