EARTH CITY, Mo., April 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Aeda Healthcare Ltd -- a new US market entrant -- announced the appointment of leading medical supply company, MMS, as the Company’s first major US based Master distributor. Aeda Healthcare’s introductory range of dynamic, pressure relieving support surfaces -- the Aeria series -- will be available in the US effective May 2007.
“This deal heralds the arrival of the Aeda brand in the US market. We’re proud to join MMS’ impressive list of reputable suppliers, and look forward to building a long and valuable partnership with this respected distributor” said Joe Nati, Executive Vice President for Aeda Healthcare.
Aeda Healthcare launched its distinctive brand in the US during Medtrade Fall last year. The Company applies a retail focused design philosophy to their product suite, working with an innovative design and development team to deliver functional excellence and aesthetic style. Aeda Healthcare will initially offer a range of entry-level pressure care mattress and overlay products, with other products due for release later in the year. An international organization with world class manufacturing facilities located in the Far East, Aeda Healthcare has recently opened a US office and appointed Mr. Rick Black, formerly with Sunrise Medical & Pride Mobility, as VP of Sales.
About Aeda Healthcare
Aeda Healthcare Ltd design, manufacture and market a range of healthcare products developed specifically for home and long-term care markets. Their products combine design innovation and style with essential features and functionality, to offer patients all the benefits of professional grade care at home. With manufacturing headquarters in China and Taiwan, Aeda has offices in Europe, the US and Australia. For more information visit http://www.aeda.com
About MMS
MMS, formerly Midwest Medical Supply, is one of the largest independent regional healthcare distributors. The company serves all of the specialized and diverse needs of the medical community with divisions dedicated to nursing homes, hospitals, physician practices, government facilities, specialty products, home care, hospice, pharmaceuticals and industrial business. MMS has a nationwide team of sales professionals as well as distribution centers located in eleven major market areas to provide excellent supply chain management.
MMS - A Medical Supply Company
CONTACT: Rick Black of AEDA, +1-252-207-1949, rick.black@aeda.com, for MMS- A Medical Supply Company
Web site: http://www.aeda.com/
