The Burrows Company

The Burrows Company was a prominent American distributor of medical and surgical supplies, primarily serving the hospital and healthcare provider market. Headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, the company specialized in the logistics and supply chain management of clinical products throughout the 20th century. In 1998, it was acquired by Owens & Minor, a leading global healthcare solutions company, to expand its distribution network and service capabilities. The company played a significant role in the mid-to-late 20th-century healthcare supply chain before its full integration into Owens & Minor's operations. Its business model focused on efficient delivery of essential medical consumables and equipment to acute care facilities.