Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority Partners with Medline for Enhanced Healthcare Delivery

Medline Selected as Prime Vendor by Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority

NORTHFIELD, Ill. – August 5, 2025 – Medline has officially announced a new partnership as the Prime Vendor for the Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority (TONCA), a skilled nursing and assisted living provider located in Arizona. This collaboration signifies a commitment to improving healthcare services within the Tohono O'odham Nation, with a focus on clinical solutions and operational efficiency.

Partnership Overview

Through this new agreement, TONCA will utilize Medline’s extensive portfolio of medical supplies and services. This includes innovative skin health products, comprehensive clinical guidelines, and educational resources aimed at better equipping healthcare professionals. Medline's dedicated team of clinicians, specialists in skin health, and product support specialists will provide essential training and support to enhance the operational capacity of TONCA.

Shannon Morelock, divisional manager of Medline’s Post-Acute Care division, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “Our goal as TONCA’s Prime Vendor is to ensure that healthcare operations are optimized in ways that align with their clinical and financial objectives. We admire how TONCA approaches care with compassion and commitment, and we look forward to empowering their staff as they deliver daily care.”

Commitment to Elders

The Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority is located in Sells, Arizona, which is situated about an hour and forty minutes from Phoenix. The organization prioritizes enabling elders to receive vital healthcare services without the need to leave the Nation. The collaboration with Medline will provide the necessary resources and support, ensuring that the elders in the community receive high-quality care tailored to their unique needs.

Ross Wilkoff, the administrator at TONCA, stated, “Medline is not just a supplier; they align with our values of continuous learning, quality assurance, and integrity in our workflows. We believe that with their support, we can further enhance staff education and processes leading to measurable quality outcomes. With Medline by our side, we are confident in our path forward.”

Benefits of the Agreement

1. Enhanced Medical Supplies: The partnership allows TONCA to access a broad range of medical-surgical supplies. These supplies will directly support their healthcare services and operational capabilities.

2. Specialized Training Programs: Medline will provide vital in-service training programs to help TONCA staff stay updated on best practices in patient care, particularly in skin health management.

3. Improved Clinical Outcomes: The collaboration aims to drive measurable improvements in patient care and health outcomes, thereby benefiting the entire community served by TONCA.

4. Focus on Long-Term Care: Medline’s expertise in long-term care will assist TONCA in meeting both clinical and financial goals, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for elders within the Tohono O'odham Nation.

For more information on Medline's involvement with long-term care providers and their impact on clinical, financial, and operational outcomes, visit Medline’s website.

As Medline continues to support various healthcare organizations globally, its partnership with the Tohono O'odham Nursing Care Authority stands as a beacon of hope for enhancing healthcare delivery systems among Indigenous communities.

About Medline

Medline Industries, headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, is a leading provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions across all points of care. With a workforce of more than 43,000 employees and operations in over 100 countries, Medline is dedicated to making healthcare run more efficiently. Explore how Medline is poised to assist in healthcare improvements globally at Medline’s official site.