MELVILLE, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) reminds its
customers in Southern California
and all areas affected by the spreading wildfires that the Henry
Schein Disaster Relief Hotline is open for dentists, physicians,
and veterinarians who may experience operational, logistical, or
financial issues as a result of damage caused by the fires.
The toll-free number for all Henry
Schein customers is 800-999-9729. The hotline is open 24/7,
with real-time assistance available from Team Schein Members from
8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET. The Henry
Schein Disaster Relief Hotline remains open throughout the year to
provide assistance to practitioners during their preparation and
recovery from disasters.
To help meet the challenges of rebuilding a practice in the wake
of a natural disaster, practitioners can download our Recovery
Guide for Office-Based Practitioners.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the people and communities of
Southern California as they cope
with the impact of these devastating fires," said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and
Chief Executive Officer of Henry
Schein. "We stand ready to help health care providers whose
practices may sustain damage, and we encourage those practitioners
to visit our web-based Road to Recovery Resource Center and contact
our disaster relief hotline for assistance in reopening their
practices as soon as possible."
About Henry Schein Cares
Henry Schein Cares stands on
four pillars: engaging Team Schein Members to reach their
potential, ensuring accountability by extending ethical business
practices to all levels within Henry
Schein, promoting environmental sustainability, and
expanding access to health care for underserved and at-risk
communities around the world. Health care activities supported by
Henry Schein Cares focus on three main areas: advancing wellness,
building capacity in the delivery of health care services, and
assisting in emergency preparedness and relief.
Firmly rooted in a deep commitment to social responsibility and
the concept of enlightened self-interest championed
by Benjamin Franklin, the philosophy behind Henry Schein Cares
is a vision of "doing well by doing good." Through the work of
Henry Schein Cares to enhance access to care for those in need, the
Company believes that it is furthering its long-term success.
"Helping Health Happen Blog" is a platform for health care
professionals to share their volunteer experiences delivering
assistance to those in need globally. To read more about how Henry
Schein Cares is making a difference, please visit our
blog: www.helpinghealthhappen.org.
About Henry Schein,
Inc.
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is
the world's largest provider of health care products and services
to office-based dental, animal health and medical
practitioners. The company also serves dental laboratories,
government and institutional healthcare clinics, and other
alternate care sites. A Fortune 500® Company and a member of
the S&P 500® and the Nasdaq 100® indexes, Henry Schein employs more than 22,000 Team
Schein Members and serves more than
1 million customers.
The company offers a comprehensive selection of products and
services, including value-added solutions for operating efficient
practices and delivering high-quality care. Henry Schein operates through a centralized and
automated distribution network, with a selection of more than
120,000 branded products and Henry
Schein private-brand products in stock, as well as more than
180,000 additional products available as special-order items. The
company also offers its customers exclusive, innovative technology
solutions, including practice management software and e-commerce
solutions, as well as a broad range of financial services.
Headquartered in Melville,
N.Y., Henry Schein has
operations or affiliates in 33 countries. The company's sales
reached a record $11.6 billion in
2016, and have grown at a compound annual rate of approximately 15
percent since Henry Schein became a
public company in 1995. For more information, visit
Henry Schein at www.henryschein.com,
Facebook.com/HenrySchein and @HenrySchein on Twitter.
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