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The Archipelago Exchange(SM) (ArcaEx(R)) Announces Dual Listing Of Metropolitan Health Networks

Date 07/03/2005

The Archipelago Exchange(SM) (ArcaEx(R)), the world's largest fully-electronic stock exchange, today announced that Metropolitan Health Networks (Amex: MDF), a leading regional provider of healthcare services, has dually listed on ArcaEx, a facility of the Pacific Exchange.

"Metropolitan Health Networks is a great addition to the roster of Archipelago Exchange-listed companies," said Jerry Putnam, CEO of Archipelago. "ArcaEx provides an ideal listing venue for companies looking to expand their exposure and visibility among a broad range of investors."

"Listing on the nation's first totally open all-electronic stock exchange is an exciting event for us and our shareholders," commented Michael Earley, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Metropolitan Health Networks. "We believe our dual listing on ArcaEx, an extremely efficient and well-connected exchange, will help us gain exposure and increase recognition across the investment community."