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NEWS RELEASE
VISX OPPOSES ICAHN NOMINEES
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - March 27, 2001 - VISX, Incorporated
(NYSE:EYE) today announced that it strongly opposes the efforts of Carl
Icahn and his affiliates to elect Icahn's slate of directors at VISX's May
4, 2001 Annual Meeting. The Icahn group recently filed preliminary proxy
materials with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Elizabeth H. Davila, Chief Executive Officer of VISX, stated, "The
Icahn proposal contains nothing new for VISX stockholders. Our Board of
Directors has not only considered, but has also acted on, the measures the
Icahn group says it would consider. Our experienced management team is
committed to enhancing stockholder value through execution of our business
plan, continuation of a significant stock repurchase program and
willingness to review strategic transactions that recognize the value of
VISX.
"In addition, we believe that the depth of experience and
strategic vision of the Company's Board of Directors and management team is
essential to the Company's success and makes us best suited to lead VISX
into the future," Ms. Davila added.
The foregoing statements regarding execution of the Company's
business plan, continuation of a stock repurchase program and review of
strategic transactions are forward-looking statements within the meaning
of the Private Securities Litigation Report Act of 1995. Such statements
are based on management's current expectations and actual results could
differ. Additional factors affecting the Company's business are contained in
the Company's most recent filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, including VISX's Annual Report and Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2000.
VISX is the worldwide leader in the development of refractive
laser technology. VISX systems are commercially available in the United
States and markets worldwide.
CONTACT: VISX, INCORPORATED Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher
Lola Wood, 877/463-6847 Joele Frank / Matt Sherman
ir@visx.com 212/355-4449
http://www.visx.com