Forty years ago, healthcare was quite different. Technology was emerging, and supply chains were smaller. In 1986, Progressive Medical Inc. was founded with one mission: to deliver specialty medical devices that improve clinical outcomes. This year, as we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we honor the patients whose lives have been improved through the innovative technologies we have helped bring to the healthcare industry.
Our people are at the heart of our success. Over the past 40 years, the passion and vision of our founder, Mark Martin, along with the leadership of Greg Brewer and Shane Brendle, and the steadfast guidance of our resolute sales leader, Tony Allen, have guided our journey. Their dedication and commitment have helped establish PMI as a nationally recognized leader in the specialty medical devices market.
Our 40-year journey has been guided by three core pillars that hold deep meaning for all of us at Progressive Medical:
- Clinically Trained Sales Team: Our sales representatives are more than vendors; they are subject matter experts who provide in-service and technical support in demanding clinical environments.
- Comprehensive Clinical Support: Our in-house professionals possess firsthand experience in healthcare settings, furthering our commitment to excellence.
- Excellence in Customer Service: Our primary goal is to ensure exceptional customer service and address the needs of our healthcare partners. We focus on problem-solving and providing effective solutions.
For PMI, specialty distribution is more than delivering medical devices; it means clinical expertise. For 40 years, we have connected manufacturing partners with the clinicians we serve. Unlike broad-line distributors, we focus on a clinically driven model. We offer more than logistic expertise; we understand the science behind every device and provide clinical support and knowledge to ensure peak performance. We deliver a national sales team and individualized attention for our manufacturers, actively advocating for each product’s value. For our healthcare providers, we maintain a streamlined supply chain tailored to their particular needs. Whether supporting infusion therapy or laparoscopic surgeries, we are committed to supplying the right technology to the right professionals at the right time.
We are proud of our history but even more excited about the future. As healthcare shifts toward minimally invasive procedures and data-driven outcomes, we are evolving to meet those challenges. We are investing in digital efficiencies through modern technologies for order processing, expanding our specialized portfolio by partnering with emerging device innovators, and continuing to advocate for the patients we serve by enhancing clinician education and support resources.
Looking Toward the Future: The Next 40 Years
As healthcare moves toward outpatient care and value-based results, the role of a specialty distributor becomes more vital than ever. Looking ahead we are launching new initiatives to expand our partnerships with promising manufacturers, invest in advanced distribution technology, and enhance educational support for providers. Shane Martin and Michael Martin remain committed to the PMI Mission and identifying the latest advancements and delivering them with the integrity and excellence that have defined PMI since 1986.
To our manufacturing partners, clinical customers, and the entire Progressive Medical Inc. Family: Thank you for your partnership and trust over the past 40 years. Together, we look forward to many more years of advancing clinical outcomes.
