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Breastfeeding and healthcare competence

Medela was founded in 1961 by Olle Larsson, is headquartered in Switzerland and has a staff of 1,740 worldwide, 440 of whom are located in Switzerland (as of 31 December 2016).

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Innovation at Medela

For Medela, innovation is essential to ensure future business success and the result of intense basic research and the evaluation of customers' needs.

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Working at Medela

Medela strives for excellence and professionalism in all that they do and this begins with their employees.

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A research-based company

While many other companies use the word "research" in their claims, Medela has a long track record in basic and exploratory research which truly sets it apart.

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Welcome to Medela

Medela was founded in 1961 by Olle Larsson and is headquartered in Switzerland. Under the leadership of Olle Larsson’s son Michael, Medela has become a global player in breastfeeding products and medical vacuum technology thanks to continued research, innovation and the evaluation of customers' needs.

Important Notice: Voluntary Replacement Program

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Important Notice: Voluntary Replacement Program

Medela takes the safety of its valued customers very seriously. The wellbeing of mothers and children is our highest priority.

For that reason and as a precautionary measure, Medela is launching a voluntary replacement program for UK (Type G) detachable power plugs. The detachable plug connects to a power supply base which is included in a breast pump system.

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The Medela breast pumps with affected detachable power plugs are Swing Maxi, Swing and Freestyle. Potentially affected detachable power plugs were sold – depending on the respective country – under the article numbers listed under www.medela.com/ukplug.

Innovation at Medela

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Innovation at Medela

For Medela, innovation is essential to ensure future business success. Innovation is the result of intense basic research and the evaluation of customers' needs. Today, development projects in medical technology must follow a standardised user-centred design process.

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Medela involves its users in the innovation process. By asking them about their needs and their experiences using Medela breast pumps and vacuum technology, new customer benefits can be realised. Medela’s product development is guided by the customers’ needs.

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Breastfeeding for mums and babies

Medela aims to promote the health of mother and baby thanks to the vital benefits of breast milk.

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Healthcare

Medela Healthcare aims to improve the lives of patients, doctors, and hospital staff by providing pioneering solutions in healthcare technology.

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Breastfeeding for Professionals

Medela offers medical professionals solutions to help enhance mother and baby health through the life-giving benefits of breast milk.

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