We have come to the end of another year and I find myself, once again, reflecting on the accomplishments, setbacks, and surprises encountered along the way. For Medworks, it was another year of aggressive growth, both in size and in refinement of our processes. I am extremely proud of our team members as they weathered these challenges with great poise, stamina, and GRIT. Their efforts have positioned us for further expansion and growth in 2019 and beyond.

To our suppliers and companies that trust us to represent them, I am very grateful to each of you. Your excellent products allow us to fulfill our mission of providing healthcare professionals with the highest quality products and services available.

Thank you to all the healthcare providers that continue to allow us to play a role in the great care you give your patients. Paradoxically, we are both humbled and proud to be a part of an industry focused on the treatment and healing of patients.

Medworks has plans in 2019 to further define our portfolio of sales and service products to the Virginia, DC, and Maryland areas. We are expecting to continue gaining market share by finding new ways to support surgeons and healthcare providers in the operating room. Our goal is to provide the room with a person of expertise who can support all aspects of urological procedures including knowledge of lasers (Convergent, Quanta), endoscopic cameras and instrumentation (Richard Wolf Medical), patient positioning equipment (Allen Medical), and disposables (Bard Endourology). We believe this to be a powerful combination of skills, holding the potential to greatly enhance physician and staff support in these procedures while bringing a positive new dynamic to the OR.

In 2018, we fully staffed our specialty sales group. These representatives are focused on non-urology products including gynecology, ENT, and general surgery. With our product and service offerings, we are well positioned to further develop our presence in these specialties.

Medworks is continuing to look for ways to make an impact in our local community and beyond. Our hearts are drawn toward marginalized young people, those whose situations place them at great risk. Unfortunately these kids are often forgotten. Our goal is to give, not only in material ways but also in support of extracurricular activities, educational opportunities, family support, mentoring, etc. We have already connected with Fostering Hope, Virginia Kids Belong, and The Caring Clothes Closet, all organizations that support the foster care system. It is our plan to increase our involvement in supporting these children while building awareness of the need throughout our sphere of influence.

I am excited as I anticipate a new year full of more opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Let’s make an impact in 2019!

Darrell Shires
President, Medworks  

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