Founded in Switzerland in 1961, it is one of the top ten brands of breast pumps, the world's leading manufacturer of breast pumps and medical negative pressure solutions, and a company specializing in providing breast pumps, breast milk collection, breastfeeding and other services

Medela was founded in 1961 by Olle Larsson and is headquartered in Switzerland. Led by Michael, son of founder Olle Larsson, Medela has become a key player in the global market for breastfeeding products and medical vacuum suction devices through continuous research, innovation and assessment of customer needs. Medela has 18 subsidiaries in Europe, North America and Asia. Medela sells its products in more than 100 countries, either directly or through independent partners. Medela employs 1,740 people worldwide, 440 of whom are based in Switzerland (as of December 31, 2016).

When it comes to research, Medela's Breastfeeding and Healthcare business units share the same values and principles. The company collaborates with key global opinion leaders, leading scientists, healthcare professionals and universities to co-invest in basic research.

Basic research and exploratory research is a long-term proposition. Medela has successfully established long-term relationships with leading researchers as a model for industry and academia to work together. Medela is constantly looking for new partner universities, hospitals and research institutes around the world to join its partnership program.

The findings of these exploratory studies often call into question the basic principles. This provides the scientific basis for the next step in applied research, as well as product development and clinical research. Medela applies research to real-life situations by investing in these areas, with the ultimate goal of providing training for professionals to improve future patient care and quality of life.

Medela is committed to being an expert in breastfeeding and healthcare. Research is an integral part of the innovation process, and through innovation, we are able to develop new products that challenge conventional patterns.   

Medela's commitment to research in product and non-product related areas is more than just a slogan. As a truly research-based company, Medela will continue to advance its research career in the future.