General Medical

General Medical Corporation was a leading American distributor of medical-surgical supplies, serving hospitals, physician clinics, and long-term care facilities. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, the company operated as one of the largest medical supply businesses in the United States during the 1990s. In 1997, it was acquired by McKesson Corporation for approximately $775 million, a move that significantly expanded McKesson's presence in the healthcare supply management market. Following the acquisition, General Medical became a core component of McKesson's medical-surgical distribution business, providing essential products ranging from disposable supplies to capital equipment.