For more than 50 years, Clonmel Healthcare has played a vital role in Ireland’s healthcare landscape, guided by a clear purpose: caring for people’s health as a trusted partner. Rooted in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, the company delivers affordable, high-quality medicines across prescription, specialty and consumer health, supporting Irish patients, families and healthcare professionals in every county. This thought leadership piece is by Marguerite Tierney, Director of Marketing & Business Development at Clonmel Healthcare.
Clonmel Healthcare has been part of the Irish healthcare landscape for many years. How would you describe the company’s core purpose and its connection to Ireland?
Clonmel Healthcare’s core purpose is simple: “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner.”
For over five decades, we in Clonmel Healthcare have been deeply embedded in Ireland’s healthcare system, providing affordable, high-quality medicines across prescription, specialty, and consumer health categories. Our roots in Clonmel Co. Tipperary reflect a strong commitment to supporting Irish patients and healthcare professionals, while our heritage ensures we remain a reliable partner in advancing public health.
We are proud of our heritage in Clonmel and committed to providing access to medicines, empowering individuals to live healthier, fuller lives. With two locations and 70 employees, we distribute over 26 million packs of medicine annually and we are proud to be a significant contributor to the Irish economy and healthcare ecosystem.
Clonmel Healthcare products are trusted by healthcare professionals across Ireland. What does “quality” mean to your organisation, and how do you safeguard it at every stage?
There is great pride felt by all Clonmel Healthcare team members, knowing that Irish Healthcare Professionals trust us and recommend our products to their patients. We take this endorsement very seriously, Quality is paramount for us, it means delivering safe and effective, medicines which meet rigorous standards.
We safeguard quality through robust compliance frameworks and continuous monitoring across the supply chain. Every product undergoes stringent testing and regulatory checks before they are released to the market, ensuring that healthcare professionals and patients can continue to place their trust in Clonmel Healthcare products.
What are Clonmel Healthcare’s biggest priorities for the coming years?
Our biggest priority in Clonmel Healthcare is to Irish patients, their families and Healthcare Professionals. We want to continue to build on their trust and continue to be their number one trusted partner.
To do this we will continue to focus on:
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Innovation and Growth: Expanding our biosimilar and specialty medicine portfolio to meet evolving patient needs.
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Market Leadership: Maintaining our No.1 position in generics and consumer healthcare in Ireland.
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Community and Sustainability: Strengthening our role as a responsible healthcare partner through sustainable practices and local engagement.
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Digital Transformation: Leveraging technology to improve efficiency and experience for healthcare professionals and patients.
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Empowering patients & their families: We believe in empowering patients to take control of their health. We provide extensive patient support programmes such as education and training, drug administration and ongoing blood testing.
With two locations and a team of 70 employees, what strategies does Clonmel Healthcare use to nurture talent and retain skilled staff in the local economy?
We invest in our people through continuous professional development, mentorship, and access to industry-leading training. Our culture promotes integrity, entrepreneurship, and agility, empowering employees to innovate and grow. By fostering a collaborative environment and offering career progression opportunities, we ensure that talent thrives locally while contributing to Ireland’s healthcare sector.
We are dedicated to creating a positive impact on our community. Our internal awards celebrate our values (Entrepreneurship, Integrity, Agility), and our wellness team promotes employee health and well-being through annual health checks, step challenges, a walking track and a mental health support app. We actively support local charities through fundraising events and volunteering days.
We believe that a supported, motivated and committed team is the key to our market leading position.
Clonmel Healthcare has deep roots in the local community. Beyond providing jobs, how does the company actively engage with and support the communities where it operates?
Community engagement is central to our identity. We support local initiatives, health awareness campaigns, and patient education programs. As well as taking part in local events such as the Clonmel show. Through partnerships with healthcare providers and charities, we aim to improve access to care and promote well-being. Our involvement goes beyond business, and we are cognisant of the environment in which we operate. Our site features passive insulation and solar panels, significantly reducing our energy consumption. We are a proud member of Repak and partner with DPD, a courier with a major sustainability drive. We continue to measure our carbon footprint and implement initiatives which make a positive impact on the lives of people across Ireland.
Clonmel Healthcare is committed to building a healthier, more sustainable future for Ireland. We will continue to innovate, collaborate, and invest in our community, ensuring that every Irish family has access to the medicines they need when they need them. We are proud to be a part of the Irish healthcare landscape, and we are dedicated to serving our patients, partners, and community for generations to come.
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