2008-07-17 23:57:10 -

www.novamed.com - NovaMed, Inc. (Nasdaq: NOVA) announced today that its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2008 will be released before the market opens on Thursday, July 31, 2008. The Company will provide an online Web simulcast of its second quarter 2008 earnings conference call on Thursday, July 31, 2008.

The live broadcast of NovaMed's conference call will begin at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on July 31, 2008. A 30-day online replay will be available approximately one hour following the conclusion of the live broadcast. A link to these events can be found on the Company's website at www.novamed.com or at www.earnings.com.

NovaMed acquires, develops and operates ambulatory surgery centers in partnership with physicians. NovaMed has

majority ownership interests in 35 surgery centers located in 18 states. NovaMed's executive offices are located in Chicago, Illinois.

NovaMed, Inc.
Scott T. Macomber
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(312) 664-4100
smacomber@novamed.com