SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, Nov. 12, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Merit Medical Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGS:MMSI - News), a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable devices used primarily in cardiology and radiology procedures, today announced that it will participate at Stephens Fall Investment Conference being held November 18-19, 2008 at The New York Palace Hotel in New York City.

On Tuesday, November 18th, at 2:30 p.m. ET, Merit's Chief Financial Officer Kent W. Stanger will give a 25-minute presentation regarding Merit's history, products, financial performance and prospects. He will also participate in one-on-one meetings throughout the day.

ABOUT MERIT

Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacture and distribution of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional and diagnostic procedures, particularly in cardiology and radiology. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force totaling approximately 100 individuals. Merit employs approximately 1,650 people worldwide, with facilities in Salt Lake City and South Jordan, Utah; Angleton, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; and Galway, Ireland.

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          Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
          Anne-Marie Wright, Vice President of 
           Corporate Communications
          (801) 208-4167
          Fax: (801) 253-1688
          awright@merit.com