Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pharmacy in Bowmanville, Ontario
Founded in 2011 by pharmacists Brad Chmarney and Mike Cavanagh, Medicine Chest Pharmasave has served Bowmanville, Ontario for over a decade with personalized pharmacy care. Our team combines 40+ years of collective experience to deliver both standard and specialty services, including customized compounding, medication management, and home health care solutions. We prioritize individualized attention, offering programs like Ideal Protein for wellness support and ostomy management tailored to patient needs.Located across from the Urgent Care Clinic, our pharmacy emphasizes convenience and accessibility while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Through medication counseling, vaccinations, and diabetes education, we strive to be a trusted healthcare partner for our community.
Services
Medication Management
Ideal Protein Program
Home Health Care
Ostomy Supplies
Breastfeeding Supplies
Compounding Services
Prescription Refills
Vaccinations
Diabetes Education
Medical Grade Stockings
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized pharmacy services tailored to individual healthcare needs.
- Our team has over 40 years of combined pharmacy experience.
- We provide specialty compounding services for customized medication solutions.
- Conveniently located across from the Urgent Care Clinic in Bowmanville.
- We offer home health care products to improve your quality of life.
Services
Medication Management
Our Medication Manager service simplifies daily medication routines through pre-packaged blister packs. We organize prescriptions, vitamins, and supplements by day and time, reducing confusion and ensuring accurate dosing. This service helps patients maintain treatment adherence while minimizing clutter from multiple pill bottles.
Ideal Protein Program
The Ideal Protein program offers medically supervised weight loss through personalized nutrition plans and behavioral coaching. We help patients lose fat while preserving muscle mass, with ongoing support for long-term lifestyle changes. Our pharmacists provide education and monitoring throughout the program.
Home Health Care
We provide home health products like compression stockings, mobility aids, and wound care supplies to improve daily living. Our JOBST-brand stockings address venous insufficiency, swelling, and lymphedema with professional fitting. Staff assist in selecting appropriate products for individual medical needs.
Ostomy Supplies
Our pharmacy carries comprehensive ostomy care products for various surgical needs. Staff provide guidance on product selection, skin protection, and supply management. Competitive pricing and personalized consultations ensure patients receive appropriate solutions for their ostomy care.
Breastfeeding Supplies
We offer breast pumps, nursing accessories, and expert guidance for breastfeeding mothers. Services include Medela pump rentals, milk storage solutions, and hands-free pumping support. Knowledgeable staff provide personalized assistance to address lactation challenges and product selection.
People
Brad Chmarney
Co-Owner
With over 20 years of pharmacy experience, Brad Chmarney co-founded Medicine Chest Pharmasave to provide personalized pharmaceutical care. He specializes in medication management and community health initiatives.
Mike Cavanagh
Co-Owner
Mike Cavanagh brings extensive compounding expertise to Medicine Chest Pharmasave. As co-owner, he focuses on developing specialty pharmaceutical solutions and maintaining high standards of patient care in Bowmanville.
Questions
What pharmacy services do you offer?
We provide prescription dispensing, medication reviews, vaccinations, compounding, diabetes education, and home health care products. Our Medication Manager service organizes daily medications in pre-packaged blister packs.
Do you offer weight loss programs?
Yes, we provide the Ideal Protein program with personalized coaching for medically supervised weight loss. Our pharmacists guide patients through nutritional planning and lifestyle changes.
What home health products are available?
We carry JOBST compression stockings for venous conditions, mobility aids, wound care supplies, and medical equipment. Our staff provides professional fitting and usage guidance for all products.
How can I refill prescriptions?
Use our online eRefills system to order prescription refills, view medication history, and access detailed drug information. We also accept in-store and phone refill requests during business hours.
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-2pm, and Sunday 10am-1pm. Holiday hours are 10am-12pm. We're closed on major statutory holidays.
Reviews (7)
Cathy C.
Dec 13, 2021
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Great place to get your compounded prescriptions along with regular prescriptions. Prices are good, and the management staff are personable and reasonable.
Paul Martin
Apr 22, 2021
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I have been a friend/client of Medicine Chest Pharmasave for many years! This is a first class pharmacy who treat all of their customers with a genuine, caring attitude. Each time I go in I am greeted by name and given that "hometown service". I would highly recommend this pharmacy to anyone who is looking for personal, punctual service. Thank you to all of the staff for the great service over the years.
John Frank
Apr 20, 2021
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The owner Brad and his staff Mike, trish, Erin and all the girls that work are absolutely amazing!! They really care for your health and give you attention and give great customer service!!!!!!! Well done guys!!!!
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Ayman M.
Sep 21, 2020
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This is a excellent and friendly local Pharmacy and the owner and Pharmacist , Brad, and staff are exceptional. Brad is very thorough, knowledgeable , polite and is focused on good customer service. I definitely will move my business to this pharmacy permanently. Thank you
Paul Priaulx
Sep 17, 2020
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Best pharmacy I've been too, staff is great and owner is friendly and helpful. Great small town atmosphere will be a customer as long as I live here in Bowmanville.
Leta Bailey
Aug 20, 2020
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I received a prescrition from a doctor at Bowmanville ER. Took it to Medicine Chest for processing. I received a call from Brad (Pharmacist) that I was allergic to the prescribed medication. We have been dealing with Medicine Chest for 20+ years. We have tried another "large" drug store but returned for the reason above. We have always been treated with kindness, respect and feel our health is in the best possible hands. Thank you Brad!!
John Cockburn
Jun 23, 2020
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Hands down the best pharmacy experience Ive had to date. Friendly, compassionate staff. I went in unknowingly 10 minutes before closing and they were so kind and courteous. Pharmacists offered very valuable advice. Very knowledgeable. Awesome experience. I would highly recommend this pharmacy to anyone looking for a more personalized experience. Thanks PharmaSave!
