McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation (pronounced: məˈkɛsən) is an American company distributing pharmaceuticals and providing health information technology, medical supplies, and care management tools. The company had revenues of $231.1 billion in 2020.

Etymology

The company is named after its founder, John McKesson, who established the company in 1833, along with Charles Olcott. The company was initially named Olcott & McKesson.

History

John McKesson and Charles Olcott founded the company in New York City to import and sell therapeutic drugs and chemicals wholesale. Their first wholesale drug warehouse was located in Southern Manhattan. In the 1850s, McKesson & Robbins decided to manufacture drugs, a logical step since many of the drugs they sold were imported from Europe.

Related Terms

Pharmaceuticals: McKesson Corporation is a major distributor of pharmaceuticals, including biologic drugs, and health and wellness products.
Health Information Technology: McKesson Corporation provides health information technology solutions that help to improve patient safety, reduce health care costs, and improve the quality and coordination of care.
Medical Supplies: McKesson Corporation provides a wide range of medical supplies, including surgical supplies, lab supplies, and more.
Care Management Tools: McKesson Corporation provides care management tools that help health care providers to improve the quality of care they provide to their patients.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on McKesson Corporation
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McKesson Corporation