Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Pharmacy in Gibsons, BC
At Howe Sound Pharmacy, we prioritize personalized care through a patient-centered approach that extends beyond traditional pharmacy services. With over 35 years of clinical community pharmacy experience, our team of four pharmacists specializes in medication management, compounding, and integrative health solutions tailored to individual needs. We pioneered medication synchronization (Med Sync) and automated strip-pouch packaging to improve medication adherence, while our certified compression fitters provide specialized support for chronic venous conditions.Our commitment to community health is demonstrated through free drug disposal programs, smoking cessation support, and collaborative partnerships with local healthcare providers. We offer comprehensive travel consultations, immunizations, and homeopathic medicine integration, maintaining a strong focus on education through school district partnerships and public health initiatives. Our pharmacy has been recognized for innovative practices through participation in provincial healthcare studies and continues to train pharmacy professionals globally.
Services
Medication Reviews
Compounding Services
Compression Fittings
Travel Consultations
Health Consultations
Med Sync Program
Drug Disposal
Immunizations
Smoking Cessation
Blister Packaging
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized medication management with certified pharmacists available for one-on-one consultations.
- Our automated strip-pouch packaging system improves medication adherence for patients with complex regimens.
- We provide certified compression therapy fittings with Sigvaris medical products for chronic venous conditions.
- Our pharmacists combine traditional and homeopathic medicine expertise for integrative health solutions.
- We pioneered medication synchronization (Med Sync) to simplify prescription refills for improved patient care.
What people say
Excellent service
Knowledgeable staff
Personalized care
Compassionate approach
Reliable medication management
Services
Medication Reviews
Our pharmacists conduct comprehensive medication reviews to optimize drug therapy and improve health outcomes. This provincially-funded service helps patients understand their medications, identify potential interactions, and develop personalized health care plans. Patients receive detailed assessments that are shared with their physicians for coordinated care.
Compounding Services
We create customized compounded medications for specific patient needs including hormone replacement therapy creams, pet medications, and specialized formulations. Our pharmacists work with physicians to develop unique solutions that address individual health requirements through precise compounding techniques.
Compression Fittings
As the only certified fitters on the Sunshine Coast, we provide Sigvaris compression products for chronic venous conditions. Our experts ensure proper sizing and fit for compression stockings and sleeves that improve circulation, reduce swelling, and support vein health through graduated compression technology.
Travel Consultations
Our pharmacists offer pre-travel health assessments and immunization services for international travelers. The $25 consultation includes destination-specific health advice, prevention strategies, and necessary vaccinations to ensure safe and healthy travel experiences.
Health Consultations
We provide free health and lifestyle consultations covering medication education, disease management, and preventive care strategies. Our pharmacists offer personalized guidance on chronic condition management, medication optimization, and integrative approaches to improve overall health and wellness.
People
Chris Juozaitis
Registered Pharmacist, Certified Geriatric Pharmacist
With over 35 years of clinical pharmacy experience, Chris leads our patient-centered care model. He developed medication synchronization and compounding programs while advancing integrative medicine approaches through community health initiatives and professional training programs.
Questions
What medication management services do you offer?
We provide provincially-funded medication reviews to help patients understand their prescriptions, identify drug interactions, and develop personalized health care plans through one-on-one pharmacist consultations.
Do you offer compounding pharmacy services?
Yes, we create customized compounded medications including hormone replacement therapy creams, pet medications, and specialized formulations based on physician prescriptions and individual patient needs.
What are your pharmacy hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. We're closed Saturdays, Sundays, and all statutory holidays.
Do you provide compression therapy products?
We're the only certified Sigvaris compression fitters on the Sunshine Coast, offering properly sized compression stockings and sleeves to improve circulation and manage chronic venous conditions.
Can you help with travel health preparations?
Yes, we offer travel consultations ($25) with immunization services to prepare travelers for international trips, including destination-specific health advice and necessary vaccinations.
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Reviews (4)
Kat Thompson
Apr 01, 2021
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I am always super impressed with their level of care and attention to detail, and how kind and genuine every interaction is.. On the phone or in person! They call any time I have a new refill and have already looked up any information if it's new for me or if the dose has changed and check in with me about it. I feel very cared for and am so grateful for this level of support as I navagate health issues, which is already stressful enough. They always make time to answer any questions and are very knowledgeable and incredibly patient & understanding. Thanks Howe Sound Team, you are deeply appreciated
Yvonne Van Heddegem
Aug 23, 2020
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I would like thank Chris and the front line staff of Howe Sound
Pharmacy, for going above and beyond, ensuring customers
have access to medications and helping enrich the Gibsons
community.
Pharmacy, for going above and beyond, ensuring customers
have access to medications and helping enrich the Gibsons
community.
Cody Robertson
Jul 10, 2020
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SO! I am here working out of town, and due to circumstances, and my own foolishness I came to Gibbons with out my Advair. I was also having getting into a walk in clinic. These folks here were SUUUUUPER helpful. Immensely helpful in helping me aquire an emergency Advair puffer. They really bent over backwards for me, a complete stranger. Thanks alot guys. I'll pay it forward too the best of my ability.
Gary Bartrim
Sep 02, 2019
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HSP is the most client oriented Pharmacy I have ever experienced. For many years I have challenged them in many situations for my needs and they always come through. My thanks to HSP Staff.
