Edwards Lifesciences Announces Leadership Changes

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Mussallem will retire as Non-Executive Chairman and a director, effective upon the conclusion of the 2024 Annual Meeting on May 7, 2024. Additionally, Martha H. Marsh will not be nominated for re-election at the 2024 Annual Meeting due to reaching the Company's retirement age for directors. The Company plans to appoint Nicholas J. Valeriani as the new Chairman of the Board.

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About Edwards Lifesciences Corporation

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation is a leading healthcare company primarily known for its innovative medical devices focused on cardiovascular conditions. The firm's primary function revolves around the development and commercialization of heart valve products and hemodynamic monitoring systems, aimed at enhancing the life quality of patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases. Edwards Lifesciences plays a crucial role in the healthcare sector, particularly impacting the cardiology and surgical fields. Notable for its pioneering work in heart valve therapies, the corporation is at the forefront of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) technology, a minimally invasive procedure that offers a significant alternative to traditional open-heart surgeries. Edwards Lifesciences collaborates closely with healthcare professionals to ensure its products address critical medical needs globally. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences operates in a highly competitive and rapidly advancing market, where technological innovation and patient outcomes are pivotal. Its contributions continue to set standards within the medical device industry, reinforcing its market significance by addressing demands for effective cardiovascular care solutions worldwide.