Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Local Ancaster Pharmacy Since 1996
Established in 1996, Rastin's Pharmacy has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Ancaster for over 25 years. Our team of certified pharmacists provides personalized medication management, including prescription synchronization, home delivery, and comprehensive medication reviews. We specialize in diabetes education, travel medicine, and immunization services, with staff certified in smoking cessation and oral anticoagulation management. Our community-focused approach includes sponsoring local events like the Ancaster Film Festival and organizing the annual Heritage Day Soap Box Derby. We utilize advanced technology to ensure accurate medication packaging and offer discreet consultations for minor ailment prescriptions under Ontario's expanded pharmacist scope of practice.Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through our convenient Wilson Street location and flexible service hours. With three dedicated pharmacists bringing expertise from hospital residencies and academic teaching roles, we combine clinical excellence with small-town care. Our pharmacy's mission remains centered on prioritizing patient wellness through education, preventive care, and personalized attention.
Services
Prescription Refills
Flu Shots
Diabetic Education
Medication Reviews
Travel Vaccinations
Smoking Cessation
Medication Synchronization
Home Delivery
Minor Ailment Prescriptions
Immunization Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized medication management with 25+ years of local expertise
- Our pharmacists hold specialized certifications in diabetes education and travel medicine
- We provide home delivery service for prescription medications
- We offer expanded minor ailment prescription services under Ontario's new regulations
- We maintain community leadership through annual event sponsorships
What people say
Amazing service
Friendly staff
Knowledgeable team
Family-owned
Prompt service
Services
Prescription Refill
Our online prescription refill system streamlines medication management while maintaining strict safety protocols. Pharmacists conduct comprehensive reviews to ensure medication appropriateness and identify potential interactions. We coordinate with healthcare providers to maintain uninterrupted treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Diabetic Education
Certified diabetes educators provide personalized guidance on blood sugar management, medication use, and lifestyle modifications. We offer one-on-one consultations covering insulin administration techniques, dietary planning, and complication prevention strategies. Our team maintains ongoing support for patients at all stages of diabetes care.
Travel Vaccinations
Specialized travel health consultations include destination-specific risk assessments and recommended immunizations. We provide yellow fever vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis while offering comprehensive health preparation for international travelers. Our pharmacists maintain current knowledge of global health advisories and entry requirements.
Medication Synchronization
This service coordinates multiple prescription refill dates to simplify medication adherence. Pharmacists work with patients to establish convenient monthly pickup schedules while monitoring medication effectiveness and potential side effects. The program improves treatment compliance for patients managing chronic conditions.
Minor Ailment Prescriptions
Since 2023, our pharmacists can assess and prescribe for 13 common conditions including allergies, UTIs, and minor skin infections. This expanded scope provides timely treatment for acute conditions without requiring physician visits. We ensure appropriate care while maintaining medication safety standards.
People
Janet Rastin
Owner / Pharmacist
Janet Rastin founded the pharmacy in 1996 after completing Canada's first travel medicine certification. With hospital pharmacy experience and community leadership roles, she focuses on personalized patient care while maintaining active involvement in local events.
Ashia Trachmann
Pharmacist
Ashia Trachmann brings academic teaching experience and diabetes education certification to patient care. Her clinical expertise includes anticoagulation management and interdisciplinary collaboration, with community involvement through local sports and environmental activities.
Nathan Ricketts
Designated Manager / Pharmacist
Nathan Ricketts combines diabetes education expertise with palliative care training. As a pharmacy preceptor, he mentors students while implementing innovative patient care programs. His community engagement includes local environmental conservation efforts.
Questions
What pharmacy services are available in Ancaster?
We offer prescription filling, medication reviews, diabetes education, travel vaccinations, minor ailment prescriptions, and home delivery services in Ancaster.
Are flu shots available at Rastin's Pharmacy?
Flu shots are available seasonally. Please check our website or call for current availability and appointment scheduling options.
Can pharmacists prescribe for minor ailments?
Yes, since January 2023 Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe for 13 minor ailments including allergies, UTIs, and skin conditions.
What are the pharmacy hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-4pm, and closed Sundays at our Wilson Street location.
Do you deliver medications locally?
Yes, we offer complimentary prescription medication delivery within specified Ancaster areas. Contact us for delivery zone details.
