Medical Equipment Suppliers

Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd

Medcare House, Centurion Close, Gillingham Business Park, Gillingham, Kent ME8 0SB

Overview

Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd is a medical equipment and healthcare supplies distributor based in Gillingham, Kent. Operating from Medcare House in Gillingham Business Park, the company specializes in providing essential medical devices, equipment, and consumables to healthcare providers and professionals across the UK. As part of the broader Henry Schein organization, a globally recognized healthcare services company, the Gillingham facility serves as a distribution and supply center for the region.

The company supplies a wide range of medical equipment including diagnostic devices, dental supplies, surgical instruments, and other healthcare products to hospitals, clinics, dental practices, and other medical facilities. Henry Schein UK Holdings is known for reliable delivery, quality products, and professional customer support. The business plays an important role in the UK's healthcare supply chain, ensuring that medical professionals and institutions have access to the equipment and materials they need for patient care. Their Gillingham location provides convenient access for customers throughout Kent and surrounding areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd in Gillingham, Kent may supply a range of medical and mobility equipment including wheelchairs and mobility scooters, walking aids (frames, crutches, rollators), hospital-style beds and pressure care mattresses, bathroom aids (shower chairs, bath lifts, raised toilet seats), stairlifts and hoists, daily living aids (reaching aids, adapted cutlery), continence products, and respiratory equipment. Contact the service for the full product range.
Some medical equipment is available free on the NHS following an assessment by an occupational therapist, physiotherapist, or other healthcare professional. Items commonly provided on loan include basic wheelchairs, walking frames, commodes, and simple daily living aids. More complex or permanent equipment may need to be purchased privately. Your GP or hospital can refer you for an NHS equipment assessment. Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may supply equipment on behalf of the NHS or sell privately.
Yes, Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may have a showroom where you can try equipment before purchasing. This is especially important for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and stairlifts. Staff can demonstrate products, help you choose the right specification, and arrange fitting. Call the service to book a demonstration or showroom visit.
Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may offer delivery, installation, and setup services for equipment such as beds, hoists, and stairlifts. Delivery to the Gillingham, Kent area and surrounding regions may be free or charged depending on the item. Installation includes safety checks and user training. Contact the service for delivery information and any associated costs.
If you have a long-term illness or disability, you may be eligible for VAT relief on certain medical and mobility equipment purchases from Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd. This means you pay no VAT (saving 20%). Eligible items include adjustable beds, mobility aids, hoists, and daily living aids. You will need to sign a VAT exemption declaration confirming your eligibility. Staff at Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd can advise you.
Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may sell, hire, and service mobility scooters. Types include boot scooters (compact, portable), pavement scooters (Class 2, up to 4mph), and road scooters (Class 3, up to 8mph, road legal). Staff can help you choose based on your mobility needs, usage, and transport requirements. Test drives may be available. Class 3 scooters must be registered with the DVLA.
Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may offer short-term hire of equipment such as wheelchairs, mobility scooters, hospital beds, and crutches. Hire is useful for temporary needs such as post-surgery recovery or holidays. Hire periods range from days to months. Contact the service for hire availability, rates, and terms.
Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may offer repair, servicing, and maintenance for mobility and medical equipment including wheelchair servicing, mobility scooter repairs, stairlift maintenance, and battery replacement. Regular servicing extends the life of your equipment and ensures safety. Contact the service to arrange a repair or service.
Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may supply continence products including pads, pants, bed protection, catheters, and accessories. Many continence products are available free on the NHS following an assessment by a continence nurse. For additional or premium products, Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may offer a private supply. Discreet delivery to your home may be available.
Henry Schein UK Holdings Ltd may offer home assessments where a specialist visits your home to recommend the most suitable equipment for your living environment. This ensures items like stairlifts, ramps, and bathroom aids are correctly specified and fitted. Home assessments may be free or carry a charge that is deducted from any purchase. Contact the service to arrange.
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Contact Details
Address
Medcare House, Centurion Close, Gillingham Business Park
Gillingham, Kent
ME8 0SB
Opening Hours
Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00