Guidant Corporation

Guidant Corporation was a medical device company specializing in manufacturing devices that help diagnose and treat heart conditions, such as pacemakers and defibrillators. Founded in 1994 and later acquired by Boston Scientific in 2006, it played a key role in advancing cardiovascular care by providing innovative products that improve patient outcomes. The company focused on developing technologies for cardiac rhythm management, vascular intervention, and other minimally invasive procedures, contributing significantly to modern cardiology.