Mediq and Medipoint Join Forces to Simplify Services
The Meern, November 21, 2023 – Mediq and Medipoint have entered into a strategic partnership to expedite and streamline the provision of equipment and mobility aids for individuals with chronic conditions or illnesses. Collaboration across the healthcare supply chain and domains is at the forefront of this initiative, with the integration of Mediq and Medipoint ordering systems being the initial step.
Marcia Luijendijk, General Director of Mediq Benelux, emphasizes,
The healthcare system is under pressure. General practitioners' offices are overwhelmed, and district nurses are facing increasingly complex care demands. Furthermore, we must collectively explore ways to keep healthcare costs low while maintaining high quality. Collaborating across the supply chain and domains is essential. This is why Medipoint and Mediq have come together, aiming to support both the client and the healthcare professional.
Unified Efforts for Simplified Healthcare
Bringing Care Home
With the strain on healthcare, there is a growing trend towards delivering care at home or nearby. However, the shortage of healthcare professionals in the job market is substantial. René Martens, Chief Commercial Officer at Medipoint, notes, “Our collaboration is particularly beneficial for healthcare professionals working in and around home care. They are the ones ordering the majority of aids for their patients. How convenient is it for them to be able to order medical supplies such as incontinence and wound care materials directly from Mediq after ordering a wheelchair, a high-low bed, or a patient lift from Medipoint?”
In the coming years, close collaborations between mutually reinforcing parties will become even more critical. Mediq and Medipoint closely monitor market developments and healthcare needs, jointly seizing opportunities in areas such as digitalization, standardization, efficiency, and the prolonged independent living of individuals with chronic conditions.
About Mediq
Every day, millions of patients and the healthcare professionals who care for them rely on Mediq for the delivery of medical aids and innovative healthcare solutions. This support enables people to stay in their home environment and eases the burden on healthcare workers. Established in 1899, Mediq operates in 13 European countries, with its headquarters in Utrecht. As a trusted partner to patients, healthcare organizations, and insurers, Mediq is continuously focused on improving healthcare outcomes and the affordability of the healthcare system.
About Medipoint
Medipoint is the largest supplier of healthcare aids in the Netherlands. Clients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals can seek advice on borrowing, renting, and purchasing healthcare aids. As part of Medux, Medipoint collaborates closely with municipalities, healthcare organizations, and insurers. With 45 stores and approximately 100 rental points, Medipoint operates nationwide.
For more information, please contact:
Mediq: Andreas Tober, via andreas.tober@mediq.com or +31 6 52717331.
Medipoint: Evelien van Riel, via evelien.van.riel@medipoint.nl.
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