Medline Industries, LP is a privately held manufacturer and distributor of medical-surgical products, founded in 1966 and tracing its roots to the Northwestern Garment Factory established in Chicago in 1910. With over 43,000 employees worldwide and more than $25 billion in net sales, the company ranks as one of the largest players in the healthcare supply chain sector.
The company serves healthcare providers across the full continuum of care, including hospitals, nursing homes, surgery centers, and home care agencies. Its product portfolio spans over 300,000 medical-surgical items, supported by a distribution network capable of reaching 95% of the United States within one day.
Beyond product supply, Medline provides supply chain solutions and operational expertise designed to support the purchasing, logistics, and clinical needs of healthcare organisations. The company combines in-house manufacturing with distribution capabilities, positioning itself as an integrated partner rather than a pure-play distributor.
Medline has remained under family ownership across multiple generations, with its current leadership descending from founder A.L. Mills. This continuity has shaped an organisational emphasis on long-term operational investment, including logistics infrastructure and clinical expertise embedded within its supply chain services.