We are CliniMed, a UK-based leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative healthcare products in stoma care, urology, continence and wound care.
Who we are
At CliniMed, we’re a UK-based, family-run business dedicated to transforming healthcare since 1982. Originally specialising in stoma devices, we’ve grown into a dynamic group of 8 companies under CliniMed (Holdings) Ltd, each focused on delivering first class products and services to the healthcare market.
Today, we excel in marketing and distributing a diverse range of medical products in stoma care, urology, continence, and wound care. Our purpose is simple yet powerful: Provide specialised healthcare products and services which enable people to live their best life.
Our Commitments
Our pledge to sustainability is central to our strategy and a core part of our values. We aim to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2045, reflecting our dedication to our values and commitment to the environment.
Join us on our journey towards a greener future.
Committed to quality
Integrity and transparency are integral to CliniMed. To ensure we act responsibly at all times we are focused on providing unparalleled quality procedures which place continual improvement at the heart of how we operate.
We are ISO13485:2016 Certified
EU MDR and UKCA Certified
ISO14001:2015 Certified
Investor in People Gold Accredited
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Our leadership team
CliniMed, and our sister-company SecuriCare employ over 250 staff. Our leadership team ensures everyone counts and we’re working together to achieve our shared values.
Ben Miles – Managing Director
Ben joined CliniMed in 2003, working in Marketing and Business Development positions. In 2008, he was appointed Marketing Director of GHS, and later gained additional responsibilities in New Product Development and Regulatory Affairs while serving on the Board. He was admitted as a Chartered Director by the Institute of Directors in 2009.
In 2016, Ben was appointed Managing Director of Helapet, assuming additional responsibilities in Finance, HR and IT. In recognition of the change performance and culture, Helapet was awarded the Investors In People ‘Gold’ accolade in 2018. In May 2022, Ben was appointed as Managing Director for CliniMed and SecuriCare (Medical) Ltd.
Outside of work, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors with his dog, riding motorcycles, and engaging in various physical activities. He is married to Sam and has two daughters.
Stuart Short – Operations Director
Stuart Short joined the company in November 2005. Stuart’s initial 2 years were spent as Operations Manager for SecuriCare before he joined the Board of GHS as Customer Service Director in 2008. From the beginning of 2012, he moved into the role of Operations Director. He now holds responsibility for the warehouse, transport and logistics, supply chain, trade development, contracts & tenders, pharmacy, IT and health and safety. In addition, he is an active member of a number of working groups including EMS/Net Zero and Lean Six Sigma.
Stuart holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Southampton University, an Advanced Certificate in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration from the Open University and is a Chartered Director with the Institute of Directors.
In his spare time, he and his wife Pam, enjoy country walks, good food and spending time with their growing band of grandchildren.
Marc Blamire – Sales and Marketing Director
Marc joined Gemini as Marketing, NPD and Regulatory Affairs Director in April 2016, having worked in the Medical Device Industry for the prior 10 years with 3M, Mölnlycke and Systagenix. With extensive experience in the Wound and Skin Care markets at National and Global level, Marc has joined the team with a fresh perspective and an intention to ensure Gemini continues its success in future years.
Marc is a Graduate from the University of Manchester and holds Marketing qualifications from the CIM and the IDM. Outside the office, Marc has retired from 1st team rugby and instead spends his time with his partner Lisa and their two children.
Caroline Rudoni – Patient and Clinical Services Director
Caroline qualified with a BSc (Hons) 1st Class nursing degree and RGN from UWE, Bristol in 1993, and then moved to St George’s NHS Healthcare Trust, London to work as a Staff Nurse on a surgical ward specialising in colorectal, hepatobiliary and breast surgery. Caroline progressed to the position of Ward Sister within 2 years and during this time also studied for a Diploma in Management Studies.
After developing a passion for Stoma Care nursing, Caroline undertook the ENB 980 Principles of Stoma Care course in 1996. Shortly after this she moved into the role of Senior CNS in Stoma Care and managed a team of nurse specialists. This role was extremely varied, and Caroline gained vast stoma care experience, particularly in the area of neonates, paediatrics, urology, colorectal, fistulae management, Intestinal Failure and trauma. This role encompassed primary and secondary care, as well as being a tertiary referral centre for many specialities, and, during this time Caroline also completed the ENB 260 and the Paediatric Stoma Care course.
Caroline remained in this role for 17 years until she moved into a commercial setting where she gained experience managing a community nursing team, providing educational programmes and managing a community sales team. Caroline joined the company in January 2022.
Martin Critchfield – Finance Director
Martin became a member of the Gemini team in 2008 after previously holding Finance positions with companies in the Computer Communication and Promotional Marketing sectors. Initially, he served as the Accounting Manager, leading the Finance team. Martin was appointed Head of Finance in January 2020 and later took on the role of Finance Director in September of the same year. Martin joined Gemini as a Chartered Global Management Accountant and obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the Open University during his tenure.
Martin is married to Tina and has two grown children named Michael and Emily.
