Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pharmacy in British Columbia
Founded in 2005, Forbes Pharmacy has established itself as a trusted community pharmacy serving Alberta and British Columbia. Our mission centers on delivering fast, friendly, and expert service while prioritizing personalized care and collaboration with family physicians to optimize healthcare outcomes. With a focus on accessibility, we ensure patients receive the lowest medication costs through PharmaCare coverage and offer specialized services like compounding, hormone restoration, and home health care. Our team of certified professionals provides on-site nurses for specialty medication administration and hosts monthly events such as Seniors Day and Pharmacy Clinics to foster community engagement. As a member of PCCA, we specialize in veterinary, dental, and dermatology compounding, adhering to rigorous quality standards.Our commitment to innovation is evident in services like free prescription delivery, blister packaging for medication adherence, and partnerships with Dynamic Footworks for custom orthotics and Sigvaris compression therapy. Backed by decades of combined experience, our pharmacists hold certifications in hormone restoration and veterinary compounding, ensuring expertise across diverse healthcare needs. We emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and continuous improvement, exemplified by our recent expansion to Haida Gwaii to serve underserved communities. Through a blend of advanced technology and traditional care, Forbes Pharmacy remains dedicated to enhancing patient well-being and setting industry benchmarks for pharmaceutical excellence.
Services
Specialty Compounding
Bracing & Specialty Footwear
Blister Packaging
Sigvaris Compression Therapy
Custom Orthotics
Personalized Pain Management
Travel Medicine
Hormone Restoration Therapy
Home Health Rentals
Clinical Research Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical compounding and personalized care.
- Our pharmacists hold specialized certifications in hormone restoration and veterinary compounding.
- We provide free prescription delivery to enhance medication accessibility.
- Our team collaborates with physicians to optimize patient healthcare outcomes.
- We host monthly community health events and clinics for holistic wellness education.
Associations and certifications
- PCCA
- Medisca
- Xenex
Services
Specialty Compounding
Specialty compounding creates personalized medications for unique health needs, including anti-fungal ointments, pain creams, and hormone therapies. Our pharmacists collaborate with prescribers to customize dosage forms and strengths for patients with allergies or specific requirements. This service ensures tailored solutions where commercial medications fall short, enhancing treatment efficacy and patient comfort.
Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics provide personalized support for foot conditions like plantar fasciitis and diabetes. Crafted by certified pedorthists using foot molds, these devices improve alignment and mobility. Services include comprehensive assessments, gait analysis, and follow-up adjustments to ensure long-term comfort and functional improvement for diverse foot health needs.
Blister Packaging
Blister packaging organizes medications by dose, day, and time to improve adherence. This service simplifies complex regimens for patients and caregivers through pre-sorted, labeled packs. Combined with free delivery, it reduces errors and enhances convenience for individuals managing multiple prescriptions or chronic conditions.
Sigvaris Compression Therapy
Sigvaris compression socks use graduated pressure to improve circulation and reduce leg swelling. Certified fitters assist in selecting medical-grade compression stockings for conditions like varicose veins or post-surgery recovery. This service combines expert guidance with a holistic approach to vascular health and mobility enhancement.
Personalized Pain Management
Personalized pain management integrates medication optimization, over-the-counter solutions, and lifestyle advice. Pharmacists collaborate with healthcare providers to address chronic conditions like arthritis or nerve damage. Services include tailored treatment plans, referrals to specialists, and education on non-pharmacological strategies for sustainable pain relief.
People
Michael Forbes
CEO & Founder
Michael Forbes, a pharmacist and entrepreneur, founded Forbes Pharmacy in 2002 after graduating from the University of British Columbia. He holds certifications in hormone restoration and veterinary compounding and is a member of the BC College of Pharmacists. His leadership has expanded the company to nine locations while maintaining community-focused care.
Questions
How do I refill my prescription online?
Use our online refill service to submit requests easily. Check eligibility and process times on our website or contact us directly for assistance.
What travel medicine services do you offer?
We provide pre-travel consultations, vaccinations, and anti-viral travel balms to ensure health safety during international trips.
Are your compounding services covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. We work with PharmaCare to maximize benefits and minimize out-of-pocket costs for compounded medications.
Do you offer home delivery for medications?
Yes, we provide free prescription delivery to ensure convenient access to your medications in British Columbia.
Can I get custom orthotics without a referral?
While referrals are recommended, our certified pedorthists can assess and fit custom orthotics directly upon request.
What pain management options are available?
We offer medication management, topical creams, and referrals to specialists for comprehensive chronic pain solutions.
Reviews (1)
Julie Hunter
Oct 07, 2020
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Excellent staff! They employees feel like family. They have gone above and beyond for me personally as I am sure they have done the same for fellow islanders. We are truly blessed to have these people
