Synergetics USA, Inc. to Participate in Two Upcoming Investor Conferences

O'FALLON, MO--(Marketwire - May 25, 2012) - Synergetics USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: SURG), a medical device company that designs, manufactures, and markets innovative microsurgical devices for ophthalmic and neurosurgical applications, today announced its upcoming participation in the following investor conferences:

• David M. Hable, President and CEO; Pamela G. Boone, Executive Vice President and CFO; and Jason Stroisch, Vice President of Marketing will meet with investors at the 9th Annual Craig-Hallum Institutional Investor Conference on Wednesday, May 30th in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
• Mr. Hable, Ms. Boone, and Mr. Stroisch will participate in the 3rd Annual The Benchmark Company, LLC's 2012 One-on-One Investor Conference on Thursday, May 31st in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

About Synergetics USA, Inc.

Synergetics USA, Inc. ("Synergetics USA" or the "Company") is a leading supplier of precision surgical devices. The Company's primary focus is on the surgical disciplines of ophthalmology and neurosurgery. Our distribution channels include a combination of direct and independent sales organizations and important strategic alliances with market leaders. The Company's product lines focus upon precision engineered, disposable and reusable devices, procedural kits, and the delivery of various energy modalities for the performance of less invasive surgery including: (i) laser energy, (ii) ultrasonic energy, (iii) radio frequency for electrosurgery and lesion generation and (iv) visible light energy for illumination, and where applicable, simultaneous infusion (irrigation) of fluids into the operative field. The Company's website address is www.synergeticsusa.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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