LONDON, February 26 /PRNewswire/ --

- Industry Success Recognised in Prestigious Awards

The Healthcare industry's top performers will come together for Frost Sullivan's 'Excellence in Healthcare Awards Banquet' on Thursday 19 March at ZSL London Zoo, London. The industry's most influential and innovative companies will be honoured for their achievements during an evening dinner gala.

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The Healthcare industry is of critical importance to the European economy and regardless of the current economic crisis, has remained stable with Frost Sullivan's awards a testament to the industry's continued success and growth.

With limited exposure to consumer spending, different business cycles and a high degree of public sector involvement in delivery and funding, the European Healthcare industry will remain productive, says Dorman Followwill, Vice President of Frost Sullivan's Healthcare Practice in Europe Africa. However, the recession will not leave healthcare untouched, but the consequences will certainly be less severe than in other industries.

This event will be attended by healthcare elite as well as up-and-coming companies who are set to change the future of the industry. The Frost Sullivan Awards span the full spectrum of the healthcare sector including Product Innovation, Green Excellence, Product Quality, Research Excellence and Company of the Year.

About Frost Sullivan's Best Practices Awards

Frost Sullivan's Best Practices Awards recognise companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service, and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis, and extensive secondary research in order to identify best practices in the industry.

For further information or complimentary media passes please contact: Jasmine Malone at Frost Sullivan on +44-0207-915-7869 Jasmine.malone@frost.com

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