Covidien ™s innovative endomechanical surgical devices used in concert with Allergan ™s advanced gastric banding system to provide bariatric surgeons with state-of-the-art technology; Extensive product-based in-servicing and operating room support for bariatric surgeons across the country, provided by Covidien ™s and Allergan ™s highly trained sales forces; Widespread consumer programs focused on educating the public about morbid obesity and its correlation to life-threatening diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and about the need for and availability of surgical treatment options; Collaboration with leading bariatric surgeons to advance single-incision adjustable gastric banding procedures using Covidien ™s groundbreaking devices for SILSTM; Covidien ™s and Allergan ™s bariatric practice support programs, which have helped surgical practices nationwide achieve Center of Excellence certification and implement best practices; Professional training in basic LAP-BAND System procedures and the newer SILS technique, co-sponsored by Covidien and Allergan. Source COVIDIEN