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Advanced Medical Isotope Corp. CEO James C. Katzaroff Elected to Board of Directors of Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association

Joins Roster of Professionals Overseeing Trade Association Dedicated to the Life Sciences Industry in the State of Washington

KENNEWICK, Wash., Feb. 18, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- James Katzaroff, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Medical Isotope Corporation (OTCBB:ADMD), a company engaged in the production and distribution of medical isotopes, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association (WBBA), based in Seattle.

The WBBA is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(6) trade association serving the life sciences industry in the state of Washington. Its members include organizations engaged in, or supportive of, research, development and commercialization of life science technologies. The WBBA's Board of Directors is comprised of knowledgeable and experienced professionals actively overseeing the association's policies and strategy.

Chris E. Rivera, President of the WBBA, said, "Jim's achievements at the helm of Advanced Medical Isotope Corporation have cemented his reputation as a thought leader within the life sciences industry, and specifically within the biotechnology sector in the State of Washington. We are proud to have him serve on our Board, and look forward to harnessing his insights and expertise as we seek to enhance the prospects for life sciences companies in the Pacific Northwest region."

Mr. Katzaroff said, "It is a great honor to be elected to the WBBA Board. I look forward to joining a distinguished group of life sciences professionals who, like myself, are dedicated to the development of this industry within Washington State. Working together, we can go far to ensure enhanced opportunities for life science companies."

About Advanced Medical Isotope Corporation

Advanced Medical Isotope Corporation (OTCBB:ADMD) is a company engaged in the production and distribution of medical isotopes for advanced diagnostic and non-surgical therapeutic application. AMIC's goal is to empower physicians, medical researchers, and ultimately patients by providing them with essential medical isotopes that, until recently, have not been feasible or economical, in an effort to detect and cure human disease. For more information, please visit our website, www.isotopeworld.com.

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About WBBA

The Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association (WBBA) is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(6) trade association serving the life sciences industry in the state of Washington. Our members include organizations engaged in, or supportive of, research, development and commercialization of life science technologies. Our mission is to translate innovation to realization: from breakthrough discoveries to better health solutions. WBBA will be hosting the 11th Annual Life Science Innovation Northwest Conference on March 2 and 3, 2011 at the Washington State Convention Center Seattle. Learn more about the WBBA and LSINW at www.washbio.org.

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