Independent pharmacists are making a difference in their communities.
Our pharmacists’ choice to #BeIndependent enables them to better serve their patients, beyond just prescriptions – that means specialized services such as medication delivery, counselling services, immunization, and more. They go the extra mile for their patients.
At McKesson Canada Retail Banner Group, we share this passion. We are committed to delivering better, more affordable and more accessible care across our country. Supporting our independent pharmacies is an important part of that promise.
Below is an inspirational story from one of our independent pharmacists. We invite you to like, comment and share their #BeIndependent story.
Providing Personalized Care to Help Patients
“To me, the most satisfying part of being a pharmacist is when you’re able to spend time with your patients. Take, for example, my patients Jean and John; they have been visiting my pharmacy for over 20 years. For me, it's never been just about dispensing medications. Our patients are part of our pharmacy family. No matter what the issue is, they can count on our team.”
Akil Dhirani, Pharmacy Owner
After starting his pharmacy career in a hospital, Akil realized he wanted to spend more time with his patients. In 1997, Akil opened his first Guardian pharmacy in Scarborough, Ontario.
That’s where Akil put down deep roots and built meaningful relationships with his patients. Take for example two special patients: John and Jean.
The team at Akil’s pharmacy has always been close to their hearts. Both patients have been filling their prescriptions with Akil for over twenty years, building a friendship that surpasses the traditional pharmacist-patient relationship.
Whenever John and Jean need support and advice, Akil and his team are there to help.
#BeIndependent with Us
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Share your #BeIndependent Story
If you're an independent pharmacy owner, tell us why you chose to #BeIndependent on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn by tagging @McKessonCa or email us your story at communications@mckesson.ca. You can also share a story about how one of our independent pharmacists impacted your life and/or your community.