Immelt Era – Envision – A History of the GE Healthcare Business

Eras

InSightec’s ExAblate® 2000 MR-guided focused ultrasound system was cleared for the non-invasive treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

Immelt Era 1996-2000

As Jack Welch neared GE’s retirement age of 65, one of his principal concerns was finding the right person to succeed him as chairman and CEO. He had his eye on several bright, young executives serving in various parts of the company and was giving them challenging assignments to prove their mettle . . .