Carl Zeiss Meditec AG operates as a medical technology company in Germany, rest of Europe, the United States, Asia, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Ophthalmic Devices and Microsurgery. The Ophthalmic Devices segment offers products and solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases; and systems and consumables for cataract, retinal, and refractive surgeries. It serves practicing ophthalmologists and optometrists, as well as physicians and surgeons in hospitals and outpatient surgery centers. The Microsurgery segment offers visualization solutions for invasive surgical treatments; and solutions in the area of ear, nose and throat, plastic and reconstructive, dental and spinal surgeries. It serves physicians in various fields and hospitals. The company was founded in 1846 and is headquartered in Jena, Germany. Carl Zeiss Meditec AG is a subsidiary of Carl Zeiss AG.

History

In October 2018, Carl Zeiss Meditec won FDA premarket approval for its ReLEx Smile laser system.

Also in October 2018, Carl Zeiss Meditec announced the acquisition of Reno, Nevada-based IanTech for an undisclosed sum.

In September 2019, Carl Zeiss Meditec launched the CIRRUS 6000 at the European Society of Retina Specialists 2019 Congress.

Mission

As the pioneer of scientific optics, we continue to challenge the limits of human imagination.

Vision

Our vision is to become the leader in optical system technology for the medical industry. Carl Zeiss Meditec will constantly strive for innovation, accuracy, and efficiency to provide state-of-the-art products and services for healthcare professionals around the world.

Key Team

Mr. Martin Wiechmann (Head of the Planetarium Bus. Unit)

Mr. Mike Wang (Head of Marketing - Shanghai)

Mr. Steven C. Schallhorn M.D. (Chief Medical Officer for Global Ophthalmic Devices)

Mr. Andrew Chang (Head of Sales for Ophthalmic Devices & Pres of Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.)

Laurie Ferguson (Head of Global Communications Ophthalmic Devices)

Dr. Euan S. Thomson Ph.D. (Pres of Ophthalmic Devices & Head of the Ophthalmic Devices Strategic Bus. Unit)

Recognition and Awards

Carl Zeiss Meditec has been recognized for its commitment to excellence with numerous awards, including the Red Dot Award, the Medical Design Excellence Award, and the European Inventor Award. Additionally, the company has been honored by organizations such as the Ophthalmological Society of Germany, the American Medical Association, and the European Patent Office.