Our Pharmacy Distribution Approach

The right approach for today’s pharmacies

Morris & Dickson understands the pressures pharmacies face to reduce costs, improve performance, remain competitive, and streamline operations—all while elevating patient care. That’s why our mission remains simple: pharmacies and patients first.

Today, M&D continues to grow, with annual sales approaching $7 billion, making it the largest independent full-line pharmaceutical distributor in the country. While we deliver the scale and infrastructure required for competitive pricing and broad product access, what sets us apart is a commitment to high-touch service, fast response, and simple, transparent pricing.

Pharmacy focus

Founded as a Shreveport apothecary in 1841, Morris & Dickson now serves hospital, independent, specialty, and alternate care pharmacies across all 50 states.

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Extensive inventory

Over 30,000 pharmaceutical and healthcare products spanning brand, generics, vaccines, and specialty therapies—as well as home health and OTC—supported by dependable access to hard-to-source and specialty products, all delivered next day at competitive, transparent pricing.

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Expansive distribution center

Morris & Dickson operates advanced distribution centers in Shreveport, Louisiana and Olive Branch, Mississippi strategically positioned to support nationwide reach and reliability.

State-of-the-art automation

Advanced automation, including fully robotic picking and replenishment systems, enables high-volume processing of up to 100,000 lines per hour with 99.9% accuracy.

Specialized storage

Specialized storage environments designed for complex and sensitive products, including dedicated areas for chemotherapy, hazardous, and flammable materials, as well as ultra-cold (-80°C), frozen (-20°C), and refrigerated storage to support specialty and plasma-derived therapies.

Specialty Distribution

Reliable delivery

MDT (M&D Transportation LLC) owns and operates a ground transportation fleet of 30 CDL line haul trucks and 110 delivery vans powers reliable, next-day delivery—supported by national carrier partnerships to ensure consistent service across all 50 states.

It’s easier to advance by seizing opportunities rather than trying to create opportunities.

Allen Dickson, President 1952 – 1974 — Morris & Dickson