Business Details
Comprehensive Pharmacy Services in Vancouver
Kerrisdale Pharmacy has been dedicated to providing holistic healthcare solutions since the early 1970s. Our mission is to offer comprehensive, patient-centered care that extends beyond traditional pharmacy services. We specialize in custom medication compounding, holistic nutrition counseling, and homeopathic alternatives, ensuring personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs. With over four decades of service, our team of licensed pharmacists and specialists prioritizes innovation, empathy, and community engagement. We operate a state-of-the-art compounding lab, deliver medications across Vancouver, and provide immunization clinics to support public health.Our commitment to environmental stewardship and local community initiatives reflects our belief in interconnected wellness. Backed by rigorous quality testing and partnerships with organizations like PCCA, we ensure precision and safety in every compounded medication. Our pharmacists are trained to address drug interactions, nutrient depletions, and minor ailments, offering consultations that empower patients to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Services
Medication Compounding
Holistic Nutrition Counseling
Immunization Clinics
Prescription Delivery
Minor Ailment Prescriptions
Veterinary Compounding
Compliance Packaging
Highlights and features
- We offer custom medication compounding with rigorous quality testing by Eagle Analytical.
- Our pharmacists provide consultations for minor ailments and contraception services.
- We deliver prescriptions free of charge within Vancouver six days a week.
- Our holistic approach integrates nutrition counseling and natural health products.
- We serve over 800 long-term care patients with specialized pharmacy consulting.
Associations and certifications
- Professional Compounding Centres of America (PCCA)
Services
Medication Compounding
We create tailored medications for unique patient needs, including hormone replacement therapy, pain management, and veterinary applications. Our compounding lab prepares customized dosages, flavors, and delivery forms like topical gels and lollipops. Backed by PCCA membership and Eagle Analytical testing, we ensure purity and precision in every formulation.
Holistic Nutrition Counseling
Our specialists provide personalized nutrition plans addressing allergies, weight management, and chronic conditions like diabetes. We emphasize whole foods, nutrient balance, and supplements to optimize health. Services include family nutrition, prenatal care, and gastrointestinal health consultations, integrating dietary advice with pharmaceutical expertise.
Immunization Clinics
Registered pharmacists administer flu shots and other vaccinations on-site. We offer seasonal immunization clinics with appointments available through provincial booking systems. Our team ensures safe, efficient vaccine delivery while providing patient education on immunization benefits and schedules.
Prescription Delivery
We deliver prescriptions and health products six days a week across Vancouver. Complimentary delivery is available for prescriptions and non-prescription orders over $100. Our reliable drivers ensure timely medication access for homebound patients and long-term care facilities, maintaining service continuity during all weather conditions.
Minor Ailment Prescriptions
Pharmacists assess and prescribe treatments for 24 government-approved minor ailments, including allergies, cold sores, and urinary tract infections. This service reduces wait times for urgent care, with contraception options like birth control pills and IUDs available at no cost under PharmaCare coverage.
People
Colin Holyk
Owner, Pharmacist
Colin Holyk graduated from UBC's Faculty of Pharmacy in 1990 and co-owns Kerrisdale Pharmacy. He focuses on comprehensive healthcare and compounding innovation, ensuring patient-centered service excellence through decades of community pharmacy experience.
Eugene Mar
Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacist
Eugene Mar joined Kerrisdale Pharmacy in the 1990s, sharing management duties as Assistant Pharmacy Manager. His expertise in compounding and patient care contributes to the pharmacy's reputation as a neighborhood healthcare leader.
Sanil Deo
Custom Compounding Technician
Sanil Deo specializes in preparing customized medications, ensuring precise formulations for complex patient needs. His technical skills support Kerrisdale's commitment to quality compounding services for human and veterinary applications.
Garry Filby
Delivery Driver
Garry Filby has provided reliable prescription delivery services since 1995. His full-time dedication since 2000 ensures timely medication access for Vancouver residents and long-term care facilities, operating through all weather conditions without missing a workday.
Questions
What compounding services do you offer?
We create customized medications for hormone replacement, pain management, veterinary needs, and more. Options include flavored liquids, topical gels, and specialty delivery forms like lollipops.
Can pharmacists prescribe for minor ailments?
Yes, our pharmacists can assess and treat 24 government-approved minor ailments, including allergies, cold sores, and urinary tract infections, with immediate prescription access.
Do you deliver medications?
Yes, we offer free prescription delivery within Vancouver six days weekly. Non-prescription deliveries over $100 are complimentary; standard fees apply otherwise.
What holistic nutrition services are available?
Our specialists provide personalized nutrition plans for weight management, allergies, diabetes, and gastrointestinal health, emphasizing whole foods and nutrient balance.
Are immunizations available on-site?
Yes, registered pharmacists administer flu shots and other vaccinations by appointment through the provincial booking system.
