Tag: Owens & Minor

RICHMOND, Va. - Owens & Minor and the Healthcare Supplier Diversity Alliance (HSDA) have announced the winners of the 2022 Supplier Diversity Awards. The awards, which honor the legacy of Earl G. Reubel, recognize people and organizations that demonstrate an active, sustained commitment to advocating for greater supplier diversity in the health care supply chain for diverse or underrepresented populations. Winners were chosen in three categories:  Civic Leader of the Year: Carey...

RICHMOND, Va. – The Owens & Minor Foundation has named Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) as its flagship charity partner in a new collaboration that advances the foundation’s goal of helping create healthier communities. The partnership launches with a $500,000 donation from the foundation to support RMHC programming that directly improves the health and well-being of children and their families and enhances the organization’s mission delivery around the world. “Our partnership...

RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor’s Patient Direct business saw double-digit organic growth across all categories in the third quarter, say company execs.   The Patient Direct segment includes sleep, diabetes, urology, ostomy, and continence and wound care products and supplies.  “The synergies we are generating within our Patient Direct business are tracking ahead of expectations,” said Alex Bruni, executive vice president and CFO, during a recent call to discuss...

RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor reported revenue of $594 million for its Patient Direct segment, a 142% increase.   “I am very pleased with the performance and operational execution throughout all aspects of the Patient Direct Segment, including the capture of increased CPAP opportunities, and overachievement of acquisition synergies,” said Edward Pesicka, president and CEO. “This exceptional performance was supported by deep adoption of the Owens & Minor Business...

RICHMOND, Va. – The Owens & Minor Foundation has donated $100,000 to support programming and health equity scholarship opportunities through the National Association for Free and Charitable Clinics. The NAFC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that the medically underserved have access to affordable health care. “We deeply value the support of like-minded partners such as the Owens & Minor Foundation that are committed to the benefits of a community-based approach in improving...

RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor has appointed Andrew Long as executive vice president, CEO, Products & Healthcare Services segment, replacing Jeffrey Jochims, who will be leaving the company. Long has served as executive vice president and CFO since joining Owens & Minor in 2019. “Andy has been a great leader at Owens & Minor and I am looking forward to having Andy in this role where his skillset will help drive the Products & Healthcare Services segment to a stronger future,” said...

SEATTLE – Amazon has introduced Halo Rise, a multi-purpose bedside tracker to help users sleep.  The device uses built-in sensor technology to provide accurate insights and personalized sleep analysis, the company says.  “Quality sleep is an incredibly important factor in our overall health and well-being,” said Melissa Cha, vice president of Amazon Smart Home and Health. “In today’s busy world, getting more and better sleep is one of the areas that customers...

RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor seeks nominations for the 2022 Supplier Diversity Awards in honor of the legacy of Earl G. Reubel, entrepreneur and co-founder of Kerma, a family-owned veteran-minority owned company. The annual awards recognize people and organizations that demonstrate an active, sustained commitment to advocating for greater supplier diversity in the health care supply chain for diverse or underrepresented populations. “We’re proud to once again honor Earl by helping...

RICHMOND, Va. – Owens & Minor has received two awards from Vizient in recognition of its performance and service.  Owens & Minor received both the Medical/Surgical Supplier Excellence Award and the Achieve Committed Program Excellence Award at the 2022 Vizient Connections Summit held Sept. 19-22.  “Customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud of our long-term, consistent commitment to Vizient’s members,” said Jeff Jochims, executive vice...

RICHMOND, Va. – Above-market growth in its Byram Healthcare business contributed to a strong quarter for Owens & Minor’s Patient Direct division, company execs said on a recent earnings call.  Byram saw double-digit growth across all major product categories in its portfolio of disposable medical supplies, say execs.  “Our Patient Direct business is consistent and strong, driving recurring revenue as it focuses on serving patients with chronic lifelong conditions...