Watertown, Mass, March 4, 2024 – In a significant development in the healthcare sector, Exergen Corporation, a pioneer in non-invasive thermometry, has joined forces with Medico Trade, a leading distributor of medical instruments in Egypt. This collaboration marks the introduction of the advanced Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometer TAT-5000 and TAT-2000 to the Egyptian market.

The partnership agreement, signed by Dr Mohamed Noor el-din M.Abdel-gawad of Medico Trade and Dr. Francesco Pompei of Exergen Corporation, outlines a comprehensive strategy to enhance Egyptian healthcare services.

The Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometers are renowned for their exceptional accuracy, rapid measurement capability (within 2-3 seconds), affordability, durability, and easy maintenance. With extensive clinical validation, this thermometer is an epitome of patient safety and convenience. Hospitals and other healthcare institutions can also increase their productivity thanks to Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometers’ speed and ease of use.

Given the current global health landscape, the importance of reliable and efficient temperature monitoring cannot be overstated. The Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometer offers a non-invasive, accurate method to track body temperature, making it an indispensable tool for both medical professionals and individuals. In times where health vigilance is paramount, the TAT-5000 and the TAT-2000 serve as a beacons of innovation and reliability for consumers.

According to Ihab Odeh, MBA, commercial director, MEA, “This partnership between Exergen Corporation and Medico Trade is more than a business venture. It represents our commitment to enhancing healthcare services in Africa, starting in Eqypt. The introduction of the Exergen TAT-2000 and TAT-5000 Temporal Artery Thermometers into the Egyptian market signifies a new era in healthcare, where advanced medical tools become more accessible, ensuring better health outcomes and elevating the standard of care.”

About Exergen

Exergen Corporation, the leader in non-invasive temperature measurement technologies for industrial and medical applications, delivers non-invasive temperature meters at lower costs, with higher accuracy, less process control and higher reliability than previously possible. With its award-winning arterial thermometer, Exergen is known in both the healthcare and consumer markets. The company was founded by MIT educated and Harvard researcher Dr. Francesco Pompei, who owns more than 70 patents. Exergen Corporation is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, United States.

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