(October 16, 2018, Charlotte, NC) – Medicom®, a global health care company dedicated to the manufacture and distribution of infection control, disposables, and preventive products, has joined forces with America’s ToothFairy to educate families about oral health and help underserved children access dental care. As a Premier Partner, Medicom generously donated $25,000 to support the programs of America’s ToothFairy, a national nonprofit providing grants, donated products, educational materials, and other critical resources to nonprofit dental clinics and community partners delivering education, prevention and treatment services for children in need.
“We are committed to providing products that meet the highest standards for health professionals around the world and helping children in need receive quality health care,” said Gary Schmid, Medicom Senior Vice President, Customer Relationship Development and Strategic Accounts. “We applaud America’s ToothFairy for their focus on prevention and are proud to partner with them to increase access to dental services for children who are the most vulnerable to tooth decay.”
“We are very grateful for Medicom’s partnership in the fight against children’s tooth decay and educating families about the importance of a healthy smile in a child’s overall health and well-being,” said Jill Malmgren, Executive Director of America’s ToothFairy. “Last year, nonprofit dental clinics supported by America’s ToothFairy reached over 550,000 children with prevention and treatment services. Medicom’s contribution will help us continue to provide essential resources and programs to improve oral health outcomes for underserved youth.”
About Medicom
Founded by Ronald Reuben in 1988, Medicom is an entrepreneurially-driven, global health care company headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. With eight (8) manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia, Medicom is dedicated to the manufacture and distribution of infection control, single use, and preventive products for medical, dental, industrial, retail, veterinary, and laboratory markets. Mr. Reuben remains Chief Executive Officer of the company and continues to bring his entrepreneurial drive and passion to the business along with his experienced leadership team and a team of dedicated individuals committed to delivering superior customer experiences. Learn more at www.medicom.com.
About America’s ToothFairy
As a resource provider, America’s ToothFairy increases access to oral health care by supporting nonprofit clinics and community partners delivering education, prevention and treatment services for underserved children. Since its inception in 2006, America’s ToothFairy has distributed more than $19 million in donated products, educational materials and financial grants to improve oral health outcomes for children and youth in need. For more information, visit www.AmericasToothFairy.org.