Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pharmacy in Bowmanville, Ontario
Medicine Chest Pharmasave has been serving the Bowmanville, Ontario community since 2011, providing comprehensive pharmacy services tailored to individual healthcare needs. Founded by pharmacists Brad Chmarney and Mike Cavanagh with over 40 years of combined experience, we specialize in medication management, compounding, and personalized health solutions. Our team prioritizes accessibility and convenience, offering services like home health care products, ostomy supplies, and breastfeeding support. Located across from the Urgent Care Clinic and steps from the hospital, we ensure seamless integration with local healthcare resources. Our commitment to community wellness extends to programs like Ideal Protein for lifestyle health and Methadone Maintenance Therapy for addiction management.With seven-day-a-week operations and trained professionals, we deliver expert care while maintaining a patient-centered approach. Our pharmacy technicians and assistants provide specialized compounding services, compression stocking fittings, and hands-on support for medical equipment. We actively engage in community initiatives, sponsoring local sports teams and collaborating with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes. Our digital tools enable online prescription refills and medication tracking, ensuring continuity of care. Through decades of pharmacy practice experience, we combine technical expertise with compassionate service to address both standard and complex healthcare requirements.
Services
Medication Management
Compounding Services
Home Health Care
Ostomy Supplies
Breastfeeding Support
Addiction Management
Compression Stockings
Prescription Refills
Health Products
Ideal Protein Program
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ combined years of pharmacy experience with personalized care
- Our specialty compounding services address unique medication requirements
- We provide home health care products including JOBST compression stockings
- Our breastfeeding support includes Medela pump rentals and expert guidance
- Conveniently located across from Urgent Care Clinic near hospital access
What people say
Knowledgeable pharmacists
Personalized compounding
Convenient location
Medication packaging system
Compassionate care
Services
Medication Management
Our Medication Manager system simplifies daily medication routines through pre-packaged blister packs. Each pack organizes pills by day and time, eliminating multiple bottles and label confusion. This service ensures accurate dosing for chronic conditions and complex prescriptions while improving medication adherence for seniors and busy individuals.
Compounding Services
We create customized medication formulations to meet specific patient needs unmet by commercial products. Our compounding services include hormone replacement therapy, rapid-dissolve capsules, and scar rehabilitation treatments. Pharmacists use specialized equipment to prepare unique dosage forms like topical creams, oral suspensions, and transdermal gels following strict quality standards.
Home Health Care
Our home health care product line includes mobility aids, compression therapy solutions, and wound care supplies. Certified staff fit JOBST compression stockings for venous insufficiency and lymphedema while offering walkers, air casts, and braces. These products help patients maintain independence and manage chronic conditions at home.
Breastfeeding Support
We provide comprehensive breastfeeding resources including Medela pump rentals, replacement parts, and milk storage solutions. Certified staff offer personalized guidance on pumping techniques and product selection. Our services support mothers through challenges like low milk supply and latching difficulties with evidence-based recommendations.
Addiction Management
The King George Clinic offers Methadone Maintenance Therapy (MMT) as part of our addiction management services. Trained pharmacists and technicians provide supervised medication administration while collaborating with healthcare providers. This program supports patients through recovery with structured treatment plans and regular monitoring.
People
Brad Chmarney
Pharmacist / Owner
With 18+ years pharmacy experience, Brad specializes in compounding and community healthcare. Originally from Saskatchewan, he actively serves Bowmanville through seven-day pharmacy operations while maintaining family life in Peterborough area.
Mike Cavanagh
Pharmacist / Owner
University of Toronto graduate Mike brings community pharmacy expertise and patient-focused care. Active in local humane society initiatives, he prioritizes personalized healthcare interactions while enjoying golf and community engagement.
Mike Yake
Pharmacist
Joining in 2015, Mike contributes experience from multiple pharmacy settings. His energetic approach extends to community sports involvement while maintaining professional commitment to patient care and team collaboration.
Erin Gauthier
Compounding Technician
With seven years compounding experience, Erin prepares customized medications while sharing pet care stories. She balances technical precision in pharmaceutical preparation with friendly customer interactions in lab and counter roles.
Alicia Wilson
Front Store Manager
Longtime team member Alicia oversees front store operations while pursuing college studies. Her customer service focus combines with outdoor recreation interests to maintain approachable leadership at the pharmacy counter.
Questions
What pharmacy services do you offer beyond prescription dispensing?
We provide medication management packaging, compounding services, home health equipment, breastfeeding support, and addiction management programs.
Are your pharmacists available for medication consultations?
Yes, our experienced pharmacists offer one-on-one consultations for prescription reviews, drug interactions, and medication therapy management.
Do you carry medical equipment for home use?
We stock compression stockings, mobility aids, wound care supplies, and breast pumps with professional fitting services available.
Can you help with specialized medication formulations?
Our compounding services create customized medications including hormone therapy, rapid-dissolve capsules, and scar treatments.
What breastfeeding support options are available?
We offer Medela pump rentals, replacement parts, milk storage solutions, and personalized lactation consultant guidance.
How can I refill prescriptions online?
Use our eRefills system to order prescription renewals, view medication history, and track prescription status 24/7.
