Tag: Henry Schein
Henry Schein makes advance in ‘particularly attractive’ CGM market
March 14, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
MELVILLE, N.Y. – The combination of Henry Schein’s distribution capabilities with Acentus’ technology expertise will pack a one-two punch as they position themselves for future growth in the competitive diabetes market, the companies say.
Henry Schein closed recently on its acquisition of the Tampa, Fla.-based Acentus, a national supplier specializing in CGMs, in a deal that broadened its portfolio of home medical supply products.
“Acentus really enhances and integrates...
Henry Schein recognized for Special Olympics support
March 12, 2025HME News Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y. – Henry Schein is supporting the Special Olympics Healthy Athletes screenings at the Special Olympics World Winter Games March 8-15, 2025, in Turin, Italy, by donating a range of oral health and medical products. Healthy Athletes offers free health screenings and education to participating Special Olympics athletes. The goal of the program is to identify and address unmet health needs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and provide referrals for...
Henry Schein acquires vaccine provider
March 5, 2025HME News Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y. – Henry Schein has acquired R. Weinstein, Inc., a provider of vaccines, medical-surgical products and equipment to Hawaii-based health care facilities and practitioners. Headquartered in Honolulu, R. Weinstein was established in 1984 and reported sales of approximately $11 million in 2024. “Our investment in R. Weinstein helps position us for long-term success across the Hawaiian health care sector by expanding our geographic footprint, growing our customer base and leveraging...
In brief: Diabetes drugs, catheter investigation, Henry Schein reorg, CHME Pharmacy
February 26, 2025HME News Staff
WASHINGTON – Medicare Part D spending for 10 selected diabetes drugs totaled more than $35.8 billion in 2023, a 364% increase from 2019, according to a new data brief from the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General.
Meanwhile, the number of Medicare Part D enrollees increased from 44.9 million to 50.5 million, a 12% increase.
“Certain diabetes drugs initially approved by the Food and Drug Administration to help control blood sugar levels...
Henry Schein implements new org structure
February 25, 2025HME News Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y. - Henry Schein has simplified its organizational structure and appointed Andrea Albertini and Tom Popeck to lead its three business groups as part of its 2025 to 2027 BOLD+1 Strategic Plan. Albertini will be responsible for Global Distribution and Value-Added Services Group and the Global Technology Group, and Popeck will be responsible for the Global Specialty Products Group. Albertini, who joined Henry Schein in 2013 and most recently served as president of the company’s International...
Community is ‘built into fabric’ at Henry Schein
February 21, 2025Theresa Flaherty, Managing Editor
MELVILLE, N.Y. – Dedicating relief to those impacted by California’s recent wildfires through the Henry Schein Cares Foundation was an obvious move for Henry Schein, where community is part of the culture, says Kyle Guerin, director, corporate social responsibility.
“It started 90 years ago with Henry and Esther Schein and over time was built into the fabric of our organization,” he said. “(It’s) the idea of doing well by doing good and as a health care...
Henry Schein recognizes women athletic trainers
February 7, 2025HME News Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y. – Henry Schein Medical paid tribute to women athletic trainers (ATs) during National Girls and Women in Sports Day 2025 on Feb. 5. Spotlighting ATs for four Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), the company’s Athletics and Schools business launched a video to showcase the critical role ATs play in the continuum of care and to recognize the increase of women ATs in sports. Featuring Theresa Acosta (New York Liberty), Dr. Christina Kennedy (Washington...
Henry Schein CEO honored
February 5, 2025HME News Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y. – Henry Schein, Inc., has announced that Stanley M. Bergman, chairman of the board and CEO, has received the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) Dirk Van Dongen Lifetime Achievement Award. The recognition pays tribute to individuals who have continually exemplified leadership, service and engagement with NAW and the distribution community over many years. “Thank you to NAW President and CEO Eric Hoplin and the NAW leadership team for this humbling recognition,...
In brief: Quipt ‘evaluates’ opposition, Henry Schein gets funding, Estrella steps up
January 31, 2025HME News Staff
CINCINNATI — Quipt Home Medical has acknowledged receiving notice from Philotimo Fund, an entity affiliated with Kanen Wealth Management and David L. Kanen, of its intent to solicit proxies in support of four director candidates in opposition to the company’s candidates.
The company says its board and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of the board will thoroughly review and evaluate KWM’s notice and any additional requests for compliance with its established...
Henry Schein receives funding
January 29, 2025HME News Staff
MELVILLE, N.Y. – Henry Schein has received a strategic investment of $250 million from KKR, giving the global investment firm a 12% stake in the company, with the option to purchase additional shares for a total equity stake of up to 14.9%.
Also as part of the agreement, KRR’s Max Lin and William K. “Dan” Daniel will join Henry Schein’s board of directors as independent directors and, separately, Robert J. “Bob” Hombach will also join as an...