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Russ Gaffney

Chief Operations Officer & Chief Information Officer joined First Medica in 1995 and has moved through the ranks of the daily operations from Distributor Sales, to Customer Service, Warehouse, Purchasing, Marketing, Computers, Network Administration and Web Development. Russ has over 24 years experience in manufacturing and distribution.

A native of Spartanburg, SC, Russ has a Masters Degree in Trumpet Performance and has backed up many artists including Percy Sledge, Dizzy Gillespie and others. He can also be heard on various recordings of other artists local to the Southeast. Other hobbies include free-lance web design and flying. Russ lives in Greensboro with his wife and 2 teenage children.

Eric Cornelison

VP of Sales & Marketing is a native of Jamestown, NC and brings over 10 years of Sales & Management experience to First Medica. Eric has proven himself in sales and has uncovered several new dealers as well as grown and strengthened many existing relationships. Eric been moving at lightning speed since joining First Medica in the fall of 2010.

Eric still lives in Jamestown and has many local connections to our industry. Eric and his wife have one child, with another on the way. Eric's interests outside of work include coaching and playing different sports, not the least of which is golf.

Ron Crouch

National Sales Manager has been a business owner and sales professional for over 40 years and brings insight, energy and determination that compliments all other First Medica employees. Not only is his business experience extensive but being a North Carolina native has a very large network of friends and business associates that relate to our industry.

Ron lives in Greensboro with his wife and two children and is active in his church and also enjoys singing and acting in dramatic theater. He is an avid golfer and Director of Chapter Development for the Phi Sigma Kappa National Fraternity.

Since 1991, First Medica has been providing high-quality superior latex powdered and powder-free examination gloves under the brand name of Medflex™ Premium. In response to valuable customer feedback, First Medica began a total redesign process on the exterior packaging of the Medflex™ Premium glove line.

At this time, First Medica is proud to introduce the newly packaged Medflex™ Premium, Powdered and Powder-Free Gloves, with easy-to-identify sizing clearly labeled on the front and sides of the box. This product enhancement eliminates dispensing error by allowing for correct size selection every time.

The graphic design of the box has been improved to deliver a more aesthetic appeal making it strikingly neat and trim in appearance. This new presence permits the gloves to easily streamline it into any desired field or industry. The size of the box has also been condensed allowing for a more compact carry while also reducing storage capacity needs. Medflex™ gloves have consistently provided proper sizing, effective performance and superior quality at a value driven price.

First Medica launched their latest LED powered light, The Ultra Blast in June 2011. The Ultra Blast shares many of the same characteristics of the Blast Lite and Mini Blast but comes standard with an 11mm tip. This tip increases the curing area by 89%. The tip is also compatible with all Hilux and Demetron tips making the Ultra Blast the best choice for all your curing needs.

First Medica, a rapidly growing privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of disposables to the dental market, announced the departure of CEO and Co-Owner Scott Haralson, effective April 15, 2011. Mr. Haralson joined First Medica in June of 2008 and since then the First Medica team has reversed a negative revenue trend into two years of double digit compounded growth an on track to grow over 40% for 2011. Mr. Haralson contributed greatly to the growth of First Medica and now wished to devote more time to alternate business ventures. Mr. Haralson has sold his ownership to David Small who is now sole owner of First Medica. The Team wished Mr. Haralson best of luck in his future endeavors and continued successes.

First Medica, a rapidly growing privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of disposables to the dental and health care markets, announced its second year of double digit compounded growth despite difficult economic conditions. “First Medica has continued to focus on superior customer service and delivering the most superior value proposition available in the US dental market. Our focus has yielded a rapid growth rate that is accelerating and on track to exceed 50% for 2011. We are expanding our outside sales team and key internal marketing and sales personnel to support our accelerating growth rate. We thank our distribution partners, First Medica team members and most importantly our end user customers who have trusted in us to provide a superior product. 2011 holds much excitement and we look forward to continued success.” said Scott Haralson, CEO. For more information visit www.FirstMedica.com or information@firstmedica.com.

First Medica, a privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of disposables to the dental and health care markets, announces participation in the 2011 Chicago Midwinter Conference. First Medica will focus on displaying MedFlex™ Premium Ultrasonic Cleaners and the most complete line of curing lights in the US dental market, the Blast™-Lite, Mini-Blast™, LED Blast™ and Hilux Halogen lights. Please join First Medica at booth # 648 for show specials February 24 - 26, 2011. For more info www.FirstMedica.com or information@firstmedica.com.

First Medica, a privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of infection control products to the dental and health care markets, announced Dental Product Shopper Magazine has recently voted it’s popular Blast™-Lite curing light a “Best Product 2010”. The Blast™-Lite curing light was evaluated independently in the field by various Dentists throughout the country. Highlights include rankings of 4.8 out of 5 for curing time, patient comfort and output power. Full details can be viewed in the September 2010 issue of Dental Product Shopper Magazine. For more information www.FirstMedica.com

First Medica, a privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of infection control products to the dental and health care markets, announced it’s Medica 28 Glutaraldehyde and MedFlex Premium Jackets were recently featured and recommended in the CR Foundation publication, “State-Of-The-Art Infection Control Products” 2010-2011. First Medica’s MedFlex Premium Jackets were the only recommendation in the “Disposable Clothing” category. For more information www.FirstMedica.com

First Medica, a privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of infection control products to the dental and health care markets, announced record double digit growth through June of 2010 despite the difficult economic conditions. “Consistent double digit improvement in our top line and bottom line was achieved as a result of superior customer service, high quality products and a daily focus on helping our customers grow market share”, said CEO Scott Haralson. For more information: www.FirstMedica.com

First Medica, a privately held manufacturer of small dental equipment and supplier of infection control products to the dental and health care markets recently launched the next generation of it’s popular Blast™-Lite LED curing light. In addition to providing 1,600 mw/cm2 of power, a five second or less deep cure, 2 year warranty and assembled in USA quality, the Blast-Lite now offers programmable audible beeps and continuous cycle run time. By providing continuous cycle run time this will eliminate the time out feature, which is common on LED wand style curing lights, therefore increasing productivity and offering a higher return on investment. For more info please visit www.FirstMedica.com or contact information@firstmedica.com.