Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Local Pharmacy in Whitehorse
Medicine Chest Pharmacy has been serving Yukon communities since 1987, founded by partners Jim and Tracee with a commitment to personalized pharmaceutical care. Over 35 years, we expanded to two Whitehorse locations and welcomed additional owners Jeff and Deah in 2017. Our team of 10 pharmacists and support staff provide expanded services including travel medicine consultations, minor ailment prescribing, and medication management. We combine deep local knowledge with specialized certifications in respiratory care, menopause education, and palliative care. Our pharmacists maintain expertise through ongoing training in travel health, vaccination protocols, and smoking cessation support.We prioritize community connections through free delivery services and tailored medication packaging solutions. Our team's collective experience spans decades across independent pharmacy operations in Yukon's unique healthcare landscape. We remain dedicated to advocating for patients navigating public and private healthcare plans while embracing evolving pharmacy practice standards. Our leadership actively contributes to professional development through mentorship programs for pharmacists. This combination of experience, adaptability, and community focus continues to guide our service philosophy.
Services
Prescription Delivery
Travel Consultations
Blister Packaging
Medication Reviews
Naloxone Kits
Vaccinations
Smoking Cessation
Minor Ailment Prescribing
Online Refills
Counselling Services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of independent pharmacy experience in Yukon
- Our pharmacists offer expanded scope services including travel medicine consultations
- Team includes certified specialists in respiratory care and menopause education
- Free prescription delivery within Whitehorse and Yukon-wide mail-out service
- We provide tailored medication packaging solutions for complex regimens
Services
Travel Consultations
Our certified travel medicine pharmacists provide destination-specific health advice and vaccine recommendations. We offer comprehensive consultations for complex itineraries and resort-specific packages. Our service includes medication prescriptions, vaccine administration, and personalized health planning based on your travel itinerary and medical history.
Prescription Delivery
We provide free prescription delivery within Whitehorse and Yukon-wide mail-out services. Our delivery covers multiple neighborhoods including downtown, Riverdale, and Porter Creek. The service accommodates urgent medication needs through efficient processing and distribution channels while maintaining strict pharmaceutical safety standards.
Blister Packaging
Our customized blister packaging solutions simplify medication management with weekly, biweekly, or monthly options. The service helps patients maintain adherence to complex medication regimens through organized, date-stamped packaging. We tailor packaging formats to individual patient needs and lifestyle requirements while ensuring medication integrity and safety.
Minor Ailment Prescribing
Trained pharmacists assess and prescribe for minor ailments under expanded legislative authority. This service provides timely access to treatment for common health concerns through professional assessment and evidence-based prescribing practices. We maintain comprehensive documentation and coordinate care with primary healthcare providers when needed.
Naloxone Distribution
We provide naloxone kits and training for opioid overdose response. The program includes both nasal spray and injection formats with comprehensive usage instruction. Our pharmacists educate patients and caregivers on recognizing overdose symptoms and administering naloxone while awaiting emergency response.
People
Tracee
Co-Owner
Co-founder with 40 years pharmacy experience, specializing in respiratory and menopause care. Advocates for community pharmacy development while maintaining active clinical practice.
Jim
Co-Owner
Practicing pharmacist since 1984, focused on community pharmacy innovation. Committed to maintaining independent pharmacy values while expanding clinical service offerings.
Deah
Co-Owner
Certified respiratory educator with expertise in palliative care. Actively involved in patient advocacy and community health initiatives since joining the pharmacy team in 1999.
Jeff
Co-Owner
Travel medicine specialist with extensive healthcare system navigation experience. Joined the ownership group in 2017 after 14 years of clinical practice in Yukon's unique pharmacy environment.
Carol
Pharmacist
20-year pharmacy veteran specializing in diabetes and menopause care. Provides patient-centered counseling while maintaining strong community health connections through local practice.
Questions
What expanded services do you offer?
We provide travel medicine consultations, minor ailment prescribing, smoking cessation support, and naloxone distribution under expanded pharmacy regulations.
Do you deliver prescriptions locally?
Yes, we offer free delivery within Whitehorse including downtown, Riverdale, and Porter Creek areas.
How can I refill prescriptions?
Use our online refill system 24/7 or contact either location directly during business hours for prescription renewal requests.
Are travel vaccines available?
Yes, we provide comprehensive travel health services including destination-specific vaccines and medication prescriptions for international travelers.
Do you offer medication packaging?
We provide customized blister packaging solutions in weekly, biweekly, or monthly formats to simplify medication management.
What pharmacy hours should I expect?
Both locations operate Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, Saturdays 10am-5pm, with Sunday closures.