Nashville, TN- The National Organization of Rheumatology Managers (NORM) has partnered with Cornerstone Partners Group Purchasing Organization, to form Cornerstone Partners G.P.O. LP. The agreement, the first of its kind in the rheumatology field, leverages the membership of the NORM organization with the group purchasing power of Cornerstone Partners G.P.O. to obtain preferred group purchasing contracts and additional value added services to all NORM members through the newly formed company. Metro Medical Supply, Inc. is the exclusive specialty distributor for Cornerstone Partners GPO and is a leading supplier in the market.
“Our organization understands that the medical climate is continually changing and rheumatology practices are fighting to keep their doors open. In partnering with Cornerstone Partners GPO, we feel there will be great potential to provide our rheumatology members with additional tools for their practices to thrive,” stated Iris Nichols, the President of the NORM organization.
“We are very excited about partnering with the NORM organization. We will continue to leverage the critical mass of our membership to deliver the highest quality products and value-added services to our members at the best price,” says Michael Cooper, the President of Metro Medical and Cornerstone Partners.
About the NORM Organization
The National Organization of Rheumatology Managers (NORM) is an organization comprised of members involved in all aspects of rheumatology practice operations. Our membership spans the entire country with representation in almost every state. NORM has succeeded in developing a network of rheumatology professionals - one that has improved our lives personally and professionally. Together we face and conquer the many operational challenges of our practices. We have achieved much and are enthusiastic about our continued future growth and progress.
About Cornerstone Partners GPO and Metro Medical Supply, Inc.
Cornerstone Partners GPO was created in 2012 and has over 1000 participating members across the nation. Cornerstone is the exclusive GPO for Metro Medical Supply, Inc. which is a privately held company located in Nashville, TN, and was founded in 1984. Metro Medical Supply, Inc. has national presence and is VAWD accredited and licensed in all 50 states. With a primary focus in the Rheumatology/ Gastroenterology, Renal, and Oncology Specialty Distribution markets, Metro Medical Supply, Inc. consistently provides enhanced value and access to both physicians and their patients. Metro Medical Supply, Inc. has distribution centers located in Nashville, Tennessee, and Reno, Nevada.