JOHN McADAM BULLEN HEALTHCARE

I have worked for the company for over six years and in the medical devices world for 16 years in total. My background was in nursing and I worked throughout Scotland, but mostly Monklands Hospital where I was manager of the urology Ward. I am an enthusiastic, although poor golfer and love most sports and I’m very competitive in everything I do. I have a son who is 23 years old and I live with my wife and two dogs in Airdrie. I have recently returned to live here, where I was born, after 10 years living in the East Neuk of Fife. Madness, I know, but now you know who the boss is…not me!

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My role covers every part of the business in Scotland. I meet with nurses in hospitals, Health Centres, Continence and Urology departments and even sometimes deliver parcels when the need arises. Bullen Healthcare is a family-owned company with family values and that is what attracted me to work with them. I have worked with huge global corporate companies in the past but I can genuinely say that I am valued and I’m known to the management team and every customer is valued and listened to.

I have been aware of Spinal Injuries

Scotland for some time and made my first Winter Dance attendance back in the Parade night club in 2001 (no black tie affair let me tell you). I’m also aware of the challenges faced by the spinal cord injured community and in some ways this guided me into a career in nursing. My dad was spinal cord injured when I was at primary school, although he didn’t engage with the charity as it cost money for the magazine in those days.

I remember visiting Philipshill Hospital in Busby – two buses from Airdrie – and the challenges faced after his discharge. There were no hoists, OTs or adapted houses in those days which meant moving house, a new school for me, my brother and two sisters and changes to every aspect of life.

I mentioned community earlier and my dad kept in touch with the folk in the ward. They shared stories, experiences and sometimes products when supplies were short. They were a community but they were small and isolated.

Spinal Injuries Scotland has grown to represent the community and the partnership with Bullen Healthcare provides a service that best suits the community’s needs regarding medical devices and medication.

If you have an idea then get in touch. We are always open to any suggestion that will assist in improving the services we provide. We don’t choose which product is best. That’s you and your healthcare professional’s choice. We just make sure it’s delivered free of charge and at a convenient time and place for you and your family. If you use the service and there is something specifically you need, then either talk to me or your dedicated customer service advisor. However, if you’re unsure then why not get in touch to see how we can help and how you can support the charity:

Email: JMcAdam@Bullens.com Mobile: 07970 244 789