LAWRENCE, Mass.—NxStage Medical CEO Jeffrey Burbank is one of 15 recipients of the Mass High Tech, The Voice of New England Innovation, 2011 All-Stars Awards.
The 2011 Mass High Tech All-Stars honorees represent a broad range of technology and service sectors, including robotics, software, economic development, ecommerce, entrepreneurship, medical devices and cleantech. They were selected from more than 100 nominees recommended by the technology community.
"These All-Stars have a proven record in leading not only their own companies but in helping their industry thrive," said Mass High Tech publisher Douglas Banks. "By combining this year's awards program with the BBJ's Rising Stars in Business, we are offering our All-Stars another opportunity for mentorship while giving the younger generation access to innovative role models."
Under Burbank, NxStage succeeded in developing and commercializing the NxStage System One. The System One enables a more frequent therapy schedule, which clinical data shows is associated with positive outcomes relative to conventional in-center dialysis including improved survival, improved blood pressure management and other significant clinical and lifestyle benefits.
"I am honored to be recognized among this impressive list of New England innovators," said Burbank. "With over 5,000 patients and compelling clinical data in support of the improved clinical, quality of life and survival outcomes possible with more frequent hemodialysis using the System One, NxStage has accomplished much. As the leader in home hemodialysis, we look forward to the opportunities for growth and innovation ahead."
The Innovation All-Stars and Rising Stars will be profiled in a special report on MassHighTech.com, and will be recognized at an evening awards celebration and networking reception on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the House of Blues in Boston.
