Guardian Pharmacy Steps Up in the Fight to End Alzheimer’s
November marks Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to recognize and honor the incredible caregivers, staff, and families who dedicate themselves…
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Medicare Open Enrollment Begins October 15
Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15 and runs through December 7. This annual enrollment period gives everyone with Medicare an…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Celebrates Listing on the New York Stock Exchange
Guardian Pharmacy Services marked a significant milestone in its 20-year history this September with its debut on the New York…
Middle Tennessee Pharmacy Services to Acquire Long-Term Care and MEDIpack Business from TwelveStone Health Partners
Middle Tennessee Pharmacy Services (MTPS), a member of Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative…
Heartland Pharmacy Rebrands as Guardian Pharmacy
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance service offerings and provide even greater value, Heartland Pharmacy has rebranded to…
Guardian Pharmacy of Florida Awarded FALA Associate Member of the Year
Guardian Pharmacy of Florida was awarded Florida Assisted Living Association’s 2024 Associate Member of the Year award at this year’s…
Introducing Guardian’s Monthly Minute
At Guardian Pharmacy, we recognize the importance of staying informed and connected within the long-term care field, which touches the…
Guardian Pharmacy Proudly Sponsors Brookdale Golf Tournament to End Alzheimer’s
Guardian Pharmacy Services was proud to participate in Brookdale’s Golf to End Alzheimer’s 2024. The annual event took place at…
Guardian Pharmacy’s President and CEO Featured on ASCP Rxperience Podcast
Guardian’s president and CEO Fred Burke appeared on ASCP’s Rxperience podcast, hosted by Chad Worz and Thomas Hanzel. Fred was a…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands Western Footprint Across Seven States Through Heartland Pharmacy Partnership
Company enhances long-term care access in Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
Guardian Pharmacy of SWFL Named Pharmacy of the Year
Lori Newcomb, board-certified geriatric pharmacist and clinical consultant pharmacist at Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta, recently discussed fall prevention with The…
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta in the News – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Lori Newcomb, board-certified geriatric pharmacist and clinical consultant pharmacist at Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta, recently discussed fall prevention with The…
Jay Mandra Named Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida President
Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida, a member of Guardian Pharmacy Services, announced Jay Mandra, Pharm.D., as its new president.
Reducing Hospitalizations in Assisted Living: 7 Key Steps for Providers
In this guide, providers will learn steps to reduce preventable hospitalizations, improve resident outcomes, and position their community for future…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Announces New Regional Role and Employee Promotions
Guardian Pharmacy is experiencing tremendous growth! With added pharmacy locations serving more communities and their residents, we are proud to…
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta in the News – Medicine + Doctors Atlanta
Matt Hopp, president of Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta, recently spoke with Modern Luxury’s Medicine + Doctors Atlanta about the importance…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Opens Northern Virginia Location to Further Strengthen Long-Term Care Services in Virginia and Maryland
Guardian Pharmacy Services and Southern Pharmacy Services, a member of the Guardian family, today announced the opening of a new…
Guardian Pharmacy of the Heartland in the News – McKnight’s Long-Term Care News
Michael Counts, president of Guardian Pharmacy of the Heartland, recently spoke with McKnight’s Long-Term Care News about how best to ensure medication…
Breaking the Polypharmacy Cycle in Senior Living: Strategies for Clinical and Financial Success
In this guide, discover polypharmacy’s causes, effects on residents, the financial burdens on operators, and steps to mitigate excessive medication…
Guardian Pharmacy of Northwest Florida Rebrands as Guardian Pharmacy Gulf Coast
To better align with its growing regional presence, Guardian Pharmacy of Northwest Florida has undergone a strategic name change, rebranding…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Relocates Headquarters to Cobb County to Accommodate Increased Growth
One of the largest LTC pharmacy companies in the U.S. moves into new 25,282 square-foot office north of Atlanta
Guardian Pharmacy of Texas Promotes Rhonda Gentry to President
Guardian Pharmacy of Texas, a member of Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Opens Second Michigan Pharmacy
Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, and Guardian Pharmacy of…
Register & Attend Our 2023 Spring Clinical Symposium – May 18-19, 2023
Continuing Education Virtual Event Covers Polypharmacy, Wound Care, Pain Management and Other Important Topics Join our Guardian Pharmacy teams for…
Process, Training and Technology: The Keys to Preventing Medication Errors in Assisted Living
In this guide, you will learn how by standardizing processes, providing ongoing staff education and training and using the latest…
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta Opens New Marietta Headquarters
Facility Helps Long-Term Care Pharmacy Grow Workforce and Better Serve Residents
Guardian Pharmacy of Wisconsin Opens New Milwaukee Headquarters
LTC Pharmacy Doubles its Capacity to Better Serve Customers in Wisconsin & Illinois
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta in the News – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta’s Lori Newcomb recently spoke with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution about seniors and how they can best manage…
Substance Use Disorder in Senior Living: 5 Strategies to Empower Staff to Care for Residents at Risk
Substance use disorder (SUD) among older adults is one of the fastest-growing health concerns in the U.S. As the number…
Guardian Pharmacy in the News – Chief Executive
CFO David Morris shares how he and CEO Fred Burke work to keep inflation and labor woes from throttling the…
Surging Growth Creates Need for Guardian Mid-South Memphis Relocation
Guardian Mid-South Pharmacy, a leading Tennessee long-term care (LTC) pharmacy based in Memphis, announced its move into a brand new…
Why Assisted Living Communities Should Prioritize Resident Pharmacy Adoption
As a new era of care for ALs begins, ensuring residents embrace your partner pharmacy is one of the best…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands Midwest Footprint with First Pharmacy Opening in Kansas
Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, and Guardian Pharmacy of…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands to Nebraska Through Partnership with Midwest LTC Pharmacy
Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, today announced it has…
2022 Presidents and Sales Meeting Photos
We were back in person and ecstatic to host our annual Presidents and Sales meeting in Atlanta for the first…
Information and registration for our Spring Clinical Symposium – May 12-13, 2022
Join us virtually through Zoom Webinar on Thursday, May 12, 2021 from 11:00am to 2:45pm EST and Friday, May 13,…
How LTC Pharmacies Can Be a Crucial Safety Net for Assisted Living Communities
Every day assisted living communities are confronting the challenges of a resident population ever increasing in average age and care…
East Tennessee Pharmacy Services Promotes Robin Smith to President
East Tennessee Pharmacy Services (ETPS), a member of Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest long-term care pharmacy companies,…
100% Business Growth Drives Guardian Pharmacy of Dallas-Fort Worth’s Move to New Headquarters
After doubling its business in the past year and a half, Guardian Pharmacy of Dallas-Fort Worth recently relocated its headquarters…
Guardian Pharmacy Services and Southern Pharmacy Services Strengthen N.C. Footprint with Acquisition
Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, and Southern Pharmacy Services, a member of…
How Long-Term Care Communities Can Preserve Medication Access for Residents During a Natural Disaster Evacuation
A record 22 natural disasters struck the United States last year and long-term care (LTC) communities cannot treat this threat…
100% Business Growth Spurs Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida’s Move to New Headquarters
After doubling its business in the past five years, Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida recently announced the relocation of its…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Launches New Minneapolis, Minn. Pharmacy
ATLANTA – Aug. 9, 2021 – Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, and…
Helping I/DD Organizations Resolve Medication Compliance and Staff Turnover Issues
Learn how partnering with a LTC pharmacy can help ensure medication compliance and equip you and your staff with the…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands Footprint Across All of Ohio and Eastern West Virginia
Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, and Mullaney’s, a locally-owned member of the…
1,000%-Plus Business Growth Spurs Right Dose Pharmacy of Cedar Rapids’ Move to New Headquarters
After experiencing a 1,250 percent growth in business in less than four years, Right Dose Pharmacy of Cedar Rapids, a…
Overcoming the Impact of COVID-19 on Psychotropic Medication Reduction
Senior living communities have made great strides in reducing psychotropic medication usage among residents. But once COVID-19 arrived, it became…
COVID-19 VACCINE RESOURCES UPDATE
As long-term care communities increasingly have access to the COVID-19 vaccine for staff and residents, many of you have contacted…
ANCOR Announces New Gold Partnership with Guardian Pharmacy Services
Guardian recently shared exciting news about partnering with American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR), a national nonprofit trade…
Guardian Pharmacy Mid-South in the News – Local24 Memphis
The below article about four senior Guardian Mid-South drivers delivering medications to long-term care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic was…
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta in the News – 11Alive
The below article about Cobb County seniors in long-term care facilities receiving COVID-19 vaccinations was published by WXIA-TV (11Alive NBC…
COVID-19 VACCINE RESOURCES
As long-term care communities increasingly have access to the COVID-19 vaccine for staff and residents, many of you have contacted…
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands Into Ohio Through Partnership with Mullaney’s
Guardian Pharmacy Services announced that Mullaney’s, a leading independent pharmacy based in Cincinnati, Ohio, is joining the Guardian family.
Increasing Safety in Assisted Living Communities During COVID-19
Since the pandemic began, assisted living communities have been working around the clock to shield seniors from the impact of…
Guardian in the News – Surviving and Thriving Through Change
The following is an excerpt from an Argentum article featuring an interview with Bob Weir, VP of operations & regulatory…
A Note of Thanks to Our Long-Term Care Providers from Fred Burke, Guardian Pharmacy Services CEO
Much has been said about the efforts of our first responders – those on the frontlines serving in hospitals, food…
Guardian in the News – Preferred Pharmacy Model Ready for Changes Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The following is an article featuring an interview with Rich Eakins, VP of Guardian Pharmacy Services, about how long-term pharmacy…
COVID-19 Update: A Message to Our Customers from Fred Burke, Guardian Pharmacy Services CEO
The safety and well-being of our customers, residents and employees is always our top priority. In the face of the…
Guardian Pharmacy of Jacksonville Acquires Atkinson’s Pharmacy
Expansion marks 15-year anniversary of Guardian serving Florida
New advocacy tool offers lawmaker education about long-term care pharmacy clinical value, benefits
This featured byline authored by Fred Burke was originally published by McKnight’s Long-Term Care News
Guardian in the News – 8 keys to preserving medication access during a wildfire evacuation
Ron Belville, head of Ron’s Pharmacy Services and Guardian Pharmacy of Anaheim, authored an editorial piece for McKnight’s Senior Living.
Fall Conferences Season
Guardian Pharmacy of Maine attends Maine Health Care Association’s Fall Health Care Conference & Expo
Assisted Living Medication Management: Four Tips to Improve Accuracy, Efficiency and Safety
Every year in the U.S. 1.3 million seniors are injured by medication and 200,000 are hospitalized due to harmful drug…
Guardian in the News – The Power of Cloud Analytics in a Clinical Setting
Healthcare organizations are turning to the cloud to manage the change and innovation necessary for operational efficiency.
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands into Michigan Through Partnership with TruCare LTC Pharmacy
Guardian Pharmacy Services, one of the nation’s largest long-term care (LTC) pharmacy companies, announced that TruCare LTC Pharmacy, an independent…
Guardian president authors article on evacuation preparedness
With the peak of the wildfire season in the summer, now is the time to review plans to ensure access…
Guardian Employee Leads Fundraising Team for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Guardian Pharmacy Services’ Allison Davis joins 2019 Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Atlanta Man & Woman of the Year (MWOY) campaign.
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News – Making med passes fun
“Leveraging opportunities to add a little joy to the resident’s day would make the time spent more meaningful and positively…
Guardian Pharmacy of South Georgia closed for Memorial Day
Guardian Pharmacy of South Georgia will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.
Guardian Pharmacy of Southeast Florida named Pharmacy of the Year
Congratulations to Guardian Pharmacy of Southeast Florida named Pharmacy of the Year at our recent Pharmacy Management Meeting in Dallas,…
‘Pink Out’ for Breast Cancer Awareness
All of our proceeds were donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Guardian hosts company IT meeting
The two-day event consisted of topics such as technology updates in the healthcare sector and industry best practices and processes.
CFO David Morris featured on ‘CFO Thought Leader’ podcast
David did a terrific job conveying the Guardian message and offered tips for other emerging CFOs in a highly entrepreneurial…
Guardian inducted into ACG Atlanta’s Hall of Fame
This is a coveted honor that is only awarded to Atlanta-based companies with outstanding track records of success.
Accounting team visits Somerby of Sandy Springs
The highlight of the trip was hosting a jewelry-making workshop for the residents.
Guardian Pharmacy Services Secures $60 Million to Fuel Expansion
Funds used to spur growth and invest in new automation and corporate support infrastructure
Guardian Pharmacy Services sponsors 2018 Argentum Conference
Guardian Pharmacy Services attended the national Argentum Conference in San Diego, CA.
Guardian moves HQ to Atlantic Station in Atlanta, GA
Cushman & Wakefield has secured a 25,250-square-foot, full-floor sublease at 171 17th Street at Atlantic Station in Midtown.
Guardian Adds two New Pharmacies in WI
Guardian is pleased to announce the partnership with Mallatt’s Pharmacy in Wisconsin.
Guardian CEO named new Chairman of the SCPC advocacy organization
Fred Burke, Co-founder and President of Guardian Pharmacy Services, LLC to Serve as LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group’s Third Chairman Since 2014…
Guardian Hosts 2018 PMM in Orlando
Guardian hosts this annual event to honor local pharmacy teams for their outstanding service in the long-term care industry,
Guardian Support Services Annual Leadership Retreat
On December 13th-14th 2017, the Support Services Leadership Team attended their annual retreat at Burge Plantation in Mansfield, GA.
Guardian Pharmacy Services Expands to Iowa
We are proud to announce our partnership with Right Dose Pharmacy in Iowa.
Guardian participates in ACU All-Star Run
Proceeds from the run benefited Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Guardian Pharmacy attends Brookdale’s Golf to End Alzheimer’s
Brookdale is one of the largest organizations contributing to this Alzheimer’s, and Guardian is proud to be their partner!
EVP Kendall Forbes Featured in McKnight’s
Kendall Forbes shares his thoughts on our pharmacy’s success.
Guardian Pharmacy Services receives ACG GA Fast 40 award
Guardian Pharmacy Services was recently recognized as one of the top 40 fastest-growing companies in Atlanta by ACG.
Guardian Pharmacy of SEFL celebrates our HEROES!
To many of us, Memorial Day is more than just a 3-day weekend.
Visit Guardian at the Argentum Conference in Nashville!
Stop by Booth #1401 to connect with our team and learn about Guardian’s unique services.
Guardian president featured in article on polypharmacy
David Brown of MTPS and ETPS was recently featured in an article reporting on polypharmacy issues.
Guardian Pharmacy Services Hosts Annual PMM
This meeting is held for all Guardian Pharmacies’ management teams to review, renew and refresh each year.
Guardian Pharmacy expands footprint to Texas
We are very proud to announce our latest addition to the Guardian family of locally-owned pharmacies.
Guardian Atlanta acquires Collier’s Personal Care
Guardian of Atlanta has acquired Collier’s Personal Care, adding an additional 1,500 patients to their business.
Guardian welcomes new National Account Manager
It is with great pleasure that we announce the transition of a new team member to the Atlanta Support office!
Guardian is living his dream!
We follow the Golden Rule each day, and invite you to share with us in honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.…
Local Senior Gets a Special Christmas
Guardian Pharmacy of NWFL is growing its Christmas giving program to help others in the community.
Happy Holidays from Guardian Support Services!
We are wishing all our customers and residents a safe and happy holiday season. Thank you for making 2016 a…
Guardian president featured in P&T Journal
Guardian Pharmacy of Jacksonville President Khristy McClelland was recently featured in P&T Journal, a popular publication for professionals in the…
Boomer Solutions Opens Second Location in Tulsa
We’re happy to announce that our partner pharmacy in Eufaula, OK, Boomer Solutions, has opened a satellite pharmacy in Tulsa,…
Guardian Participates in Charity Run for CHOA
On November 5, Guardian participated in the Associated Credit Union’s 32nd Annual Strong Legs Run to benefit Children’s Healthcare of…
Guardian Pharmacy Named a Preferred Pharmacy Provider by Brookdale Senior Living
Guardian is proud to announce that Brookdale Senior Living has chosen us as a preferred pharmacy provider.
Happy Halloween from Guardian Pharmacy Support Services!
The team at Guardian Pharmacy Support Services in Atlanta, GA celebrated Halloween this year by dressing up in their favorite…
Pharmacies team up to provide service during Hurricane Matthew
Guardian is incredibly proud to have such hard-working partners at our local pharmacies. Thank you to all who were involved…
Guardian Pharmacy featured on CFO Thought Leader Podcast
How does data/analytics benefit Guardian Pharmacy? Find out from our CFO here.
Guardian Hosts 2016 Presidents’ Meeting in Atlanta
This bi-annual event is an opportunity for Guardian’s presidents to share and gain insight on pharmacy happenings, new services offerings,…
Guardian Announces New Partner in Springfield, MO
Guardian Pharmacy has partnered with Michael Counts, Pharm.D, co-founder of UVANTA Pharmacy of Southern Missouri.
Guardian Pharmacy Sponsors Brookdale Golf Tournament to End Alzheimer’s
Guardian Pharmacy was proud to participate in Brookdale’s 7th Annual 2016 “Golf to End Alzheimer’s” event as a Platinum Sponsor…
Guardian Atlanta Support Office Enjoys Outing at Turner Field
We enjoyed this team bonding experience and look forward to more group outings in the future!
Guardian Pharmacy Names Doug Towns as Vice President & General Counsel
Please join us in welcoming Doug.
Guardian Pharmacy Sponsors and Participates in National Tradeshow
We look forward to next year’s conference in Nashville!
Guardian Pharmacy featured in McKnight’s Senior Living
Click here to learn more about how our pharmacy can assist your ALF community.
Visit Guardian Pharmacy at the Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference
Come visit us at Booth #948!
Guardian Pharmacy “Steps Up” for Charity Event
The Guardian team contributed over $400 towards the cause.
Guardian Announces New Partnership with Ron’s Pharmacy Services
San Diego, CA-based, Ron’s Pharmacy Services serves more than 12,000 residents.
Guardian Pharmacy featured in the Atlanta Business Chronicle
Check out CFO David Morris’ fun profile.
Guardian Hosts Annual Pharmacy Management Meeting
The purpose of the event is to discuss pharmacy achievements, challenges and best practices.
Guardian Pharmacy featured on MetroAtlantaCEO
President Fred Burke discusses how technology impacts the pharmacy.
Winyah Pharmacy featured in Fortune
President David Whitlock discusses his decision behind opening a new location.
Guardian Teams Gather for FrameworkLTC User Group Meeting
The meeting consisted of training and a sharing of best practices.
Guardian Hosts Annual Leadership Retreat
The retreat allows us to reflect on the previous year and review upcoming initiatives.
Guardian Pharmacy Featured in Fortune
Gail Young discusses how she utilizes everything LinkedIn has to offer.
Guardian Donates to Toys for Tots
We are proud to have helped families in our community this holiday season.
Guardian Ranks #34 in Top 100 Private Companies
This ranking is up 12 spots from last year.
Guardian Pharmacy Runs for Charity
Our team raised over $500 for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
Happy Halloween from Guardian Pharmacy!
The team at Guardian Pharmacy hopes you all had a festive, fun and safe Halloween!
Guardian Attends Brookdale Senior Living Events
We were honored to serve as a as platinum sponsor.
Guardian Announces New Partner in Oklahoma
Please welcome Boomer Rx Solutions to the family!
Guardian Gives Back: Benton House of Alpharetta
Bingo and Guardian swag prizes were enjoyed by all!
Guardian Gives Back: Junior Achievement of Georgia
The team coached seventh graders on budgeting and finances.
Guardian Gives Back: Piedmont Park Conservancy
Our team spent the day helping the park with general landscape maintenance projects.
Guardian Announces Bob Weir, R.Ph, as VP of Operations & Regulatory Support
Bob has worked in the long-term care pharmacy industry for more than 20 years.
Guardian Hosts Annual Presidents and Sales Meeting
The meeting provided our teams with a chance to network and discuss industry trends.
Southern Pharmaceutical Services featured in the Birmingham Business Journal
President and CEO Philip Boyd discusses the benefits of Guardian’s business model.
Guardian Pharmacy Partners with Preferred Care
This addition strengthens Guardian’s coverage of behavioral health homes.
Guardian Atlanta featured on Georgia CEO
Matt Hopp, president and founder, recently spoke about the quality of long-term care across the state of Georgia.
Guardian Spotlight: The Business Intelligence Team
Learn more about how data and analytics are playing an integral role in Guardian Pharmacy’s practice.
Guardian Attends National ALFA Tradeshow
The conference provided us an opportunity to meet with suppliers and vendors in the industry.
Guardian Pharmacy of Jacksonville Turns 10
Thanks to the Jacksonville team for their dedication and service to the long-term care industry!
Guardian Pharmacy Announces New Partnerships
Combined, the Guardian family now reaches more than 52,000 residents across 14 states.
Guardian Gathers for Annual Pharmacy Management Meeting
Leaders from each locally owned pharmacy gathered for the three-day conference.
Guardian 46th in Top 100 Private Companies
The company received its highest ranking in six years.
Guardian Atlanta featured in McKnight’s
Will the reclassification of hydrocodone combination products to a more restrictive level pose potential complications for providers?
EVP Kendall Forbes’ Insights on Increasing Technology in LTC
With the abundance of tools available today, technology is more of an essential in the long-term care setting.
Guardian’s EVP Discusses Regulatory Changes in LTC
Kendall Forbes discuss two new regulatory changes in this Executive Insight byline.
Guardian Pharmacy’s Annual Leadership Retreat
The executive team enjoyed a two-day visit to Burge Plantation.
Happy Holidays from Guardian Pharmacy
Thank you to our customers for a great year! We look forward to 2015.
Guardian Gives Back this Holiday Season
Thanks to our generous staff, we were able to donate over 30 toys to Toys for Tots.
Guardian Participates in CHOA’s Strong Legs Run
Our RxRunners team enjoyed the 30th annual event supporting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
Waltz Pharmacy featured in McKnight’s
Courtney Oland of Waltz Long Term Care Pharmacy discusses medication challenges in the hospice environment.
Guardian Attends Dreamforce
David Martin and Laura Dunlap visit the Salesforce convention.
Guardian Joins LeadingAge National Trade Show
The event is the largest aging services trade show in the country.
Guardian Atlanta Acquires Two Long-Term Care Pharmacies
Check out some of the great news from our friends over at Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta!
Winyah Pharmacy President David Whitlock featured on About.com
David Whitlock shares tips on how to improve quality of life for residents in assisted living and skilled nursing communities.
Guardian Sponsors and Attends Brookdale’s Alzheimer’s Charity Event
Guardian Pharmacy helped raise $750,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association as a sponsor of Brookdale’s annual golf tournament.
Guardian Celebrates 10 Successful Years
Guardian thanks our team and pharmacy partners as we look back on a decade of success.
Guardian Tampa featured in McKnight’s
Rob Taymans, RPh, president, discusses the importance of proper medication management.
Pharmacy Sales Teams Gather for Annual Meeting
The teams enjoyed a day of learning and sharing best practices.
Guardian Holds 2014 Presidents Meeting in Atlanta
The annual meeting brought together 20 pharmacy presidents and the corporate support team.
Southern Pharmacy Services’ Supervisors Complete Training
More than 80 supervisors from 17 pharmacies have now completed the program.
Waltz LTC Featured in Long-Term Living
Courtney Oland, director of pharmacy operations, discusses the increasing importance of the long-term care pharmacist.
Guardian’s CFO Talks Finance and Pharmacies
David Morris shares how Guardian’s business model impacts its finance philosophy.
Southern Pharmaceutical Services’ Supervisors Attend Training
The program educates supervisors on practices to better serve customers and build a more service-oriented team.
Guardian Celebrates 2013 and Looks to the Future at Annual Management Meeting
Guardian Pharmacy welcomed 97 leaders from 21 pharmacies to its 2014 Pharmacy Management Meeting in Charleston.
Guardian Mid-South President Featured in McKnight’s
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News & Assisted Living October 1, 2013 Biggest Losers: Providers Work to Reduce Antipsychotic Medications.
Pharmacy Directors Graduate from Guardian’s LEAD Course
The two-day, 16-hour program focuses on building pharmacy operations directors’ leadership skills.
CEO Fred Burke Discusses Guardian’s Local Autonomy Business Model
MiddleMarketExecutive.com January 2, 2014 Local Ownership and the Rise of Guardian Pharmacy.
Guardian Pharmacy Celebrates Another Successful Year
The Corporate Support Team wishes everyone a happy and healthy 2014.
Guardian Gives Back Through Toys for Tots
The Corporate Support Team collected almost 40 toys for children in the Atlanta area.
Guardian Attends AHCA Show in Phoenix
Guardian joined long-term care industry leaders for the 63rd Annual Convention and Expo.
Guardian Pharmacy’s Fall Leadership Retreat
The leadership team enjoyed a two day retreat where they reflected on 2013 and prepared for the upcoming year.
Winyah Pharmacy’s Annual Symposium Draws Crowds
Winyah Pharmacy hosted their 4th annual Educational Symposium in historical Charleston with more than 100 guests present.
Two Florida Pharmacies Featured in ADVANCE
ADVANCE Executive Insight September 16, 2013 Managing Medications: a look at practical pharmacy management to prevent hospital re-admissions.
Minnesota Industry Leaders and Representatives Gather for Legislative Roundtable
On September 24th, nearly 60 owners and administrators of Minnesota long-term care and housing with services facilities attended a legislative…
The Free Press Profiles Southern Pharmacy Services’ Success
The Free Press September 5, 2013 Pink Hill Pharmacy celebrates 10th anniversary.
MTPS Co-founders Featured in the Nashville Business Journal
Nashville Business Journal August 8, 2013 How outsourcing helped two pharmacists grow their business.
Navigating Georgia’s Proxy Caregiver Rules
LeadingAge Georgia’s e-Newsletter August 2013 How the Pharmacy Can Assist in Ensuring Proper Training and Resident Safety.
Local Pharmacy Firm Expands Statewide
Shelbyville Times-Gazette July 24, 2013 Opening of East Tennessee Pharmacy Services secures Tennessee footprint.
Guardian’s Supervisors Attend Training Course in Florida
In multiple sessions over several weeks during June and July, supervisors from Tampa and Southeast Florida pharmacies met in Naples,…
Guardian Pharmacy Presidents Meet in Atlanta
Presidents from each Guardian Pharmacy gathered in Atlanta on June 5th for their annual meeting.
Middle Tennessee Pharmacy Services and Guardian Pharmacy LLC Open Long-term Care Location in Knoxville
Press Release July 25, 2013 New pharmacy completes Tennessee footprint.
Guardian Holds Operations Meeting in Charlotte
The directors of operations from each Guardian pharmacy gathered in Charlotte, North Carolina, for a meeting on June 19th.
Guardian Holds Annual Sales Meeting
Sales Teams from each Guardian Pharmacy attended the Annual Sales Meeting held June 3 in Atlanta.
MTPS Named Guardian Pharmacy of the Year
For their exceptional growth and service to customers, Middle Tennessee Pharmacy Services received the Guardian “Pharmacy of the Year” award.
Guardian at ACHCA Show in Orlando
Guardian Pharmacy was part of the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) 47th Annual Convocation and Exposition, April 12-16…
Georgia Tech MBA Profile: Matt Hopp, Guardian Atlanta President
Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business February, 20 2013 Matt Hopp, President of Guardian Pharmacy Atlanta, discusses his partnership with…
Guardian Team Runs in Fallen Heroes of Georgia 5k
Guardian Pharmacy employees support the Georgia families that have made the ultimate sacrifice of a loved one in the war…
Guardian Pharmacy Leaders Participate in MHA’s 10th Annual Business Summit
Guardian Pharmacy President and CEO Fred Burke discussed on long term care metrics and profitability
Buckhead Pharmacy Group Celebrates 20 Years
Northside Neighbor March 27, 2013 Guardian Pharmacy serves more than 42,000 long-term care patients nationally.
Guardian Pharmacy Holds Annual Pharmacy Management Meeting
Almost 90 members of Leadership Teams from each of the 21 Guardian Pharmacy locations were in attendance.
Guardian Pharmacies Leadership Retreat
The leadership Team at Guardian Pharmacies Support Center recently participated in a two day retreat at Burge Plantation in Madison,…
How Local Ownership Gave Rise to Guardian Pharmacy
Middle Market Executive February 4, 2013 Guardian Pharmacy maximizes the benefits of local autonomy.
Pharmacy Partnership Highlighted across Virginia
Multiple publications Guardian Pharmacy partners with Southern Pharmacy Services to acquire Horizon Healthcare Management.
Boilermakers in Business
Purdue Alumnus January/February 2013 Perdue alumni Steve Piepenbrink and Brian Hardesty discuss their partnership with Guardian Pharmacy to open Guardian…
Opening of Guardian Pharmacy of Indiana Makes Headlines across the State
Multiple publications Zionsville residents Steve Piepenbrink and Brian Hardesty open long-term care pharmacy.
Horizon Healthcare Management, Inc. Announces Next Phase
Press Release December 7, 2012 Industry leaders Southern Pharmacy Services and Guardian Pharmacy, LLC partner in acquisition.
Family-owned Pharmacy Evolves in Changing Industry
Bangor Daily News November 2, 2012 In this video interview, Dean Jacobs and Courtney Oland discuss how Waltz Long Term…
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Atlanta Business Chronicle October 26, 2012 Fred Burke spoke with the Atlanta Business Chronicle on the power of giving business…
Guardian of Jacksonville President featured in McKnight’s Long-Term Care News
Khristy McClelland, Guardian Pharmacy of Jacksonville President, was featured in an October 2012 article in McKnight’s Long Term Care News.
Fred Burke: Capitol Hill Briefing
Fred Burke addresses members of Congress and their Staffs on the specialized role of LTC pharmacies.
Guardian Pharmacy Announces Opening of Indiana Long-term Care Pharmacy
Press Release September 25, 2012 Guardian Pharmacy’s industry-unique customer service model ensures quality care for Indiana residents.
Guardian Pharmacy of Minnesota Hosts Dialogue on Long-term Care
St. Cloud Times September 5, 2012 Healthcare meeting connects long-term care providers with state and national legislators.
Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta Helps the Golden Generation
Marietta Daily Journal July 25, 2012 Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta provides technology and consulting services to Georgia long-term care facilities.
Guardian Pharmacy CEO Named Entrepreneur of the Year
Press Release July 18, 2012 Guardian Pharmacy CEO and founder Fred Burke named Regional Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the…
180 Degrees Different from a Franchise
Atlanta Journal-Constitution July 1, 2012 Guardian Pharmacy CEO and co-founder Fred Burke discusses long-term care pharmacies and what makes the…
Ingredients for a Successful Startup
Forbes June 16, 2012 Guardian Pharmacy founder Fred Burke recently spoke with Elaine Pofeldt at Forbes about entrepreneurship, technology and…
Guardian Pharmacy Announces Opening of Atlanta Long-term Care Pharmacy
Press Release May 22, 2012 Guardian Pharmacy, in partnership with Matt Hopp and Kathy Gibson, announced the opening of Guardian…
Waltz Plans Move
Times Record May 9, 2012 Waltz Long-term Care Pharmacy plans to relocate from Topsham to Brunswick.
Long-term Care Providers Use IT to Help Keep Patients Safe
Healthcare IT News April 11, 2012 Alan Traster, president and owner of Guardian Pharmacy of Southeast Florida, discusses new advances…
New Pharmacy Focuses on Long-term Care
St. Cloud Times (online) March 18, 2012 Mark Boe, President of Guardian Pharmacy of Minnesota, discusses the new Guardian Pharmacy…
Family business began in 1966
Georgetown Times December 28, 2011 Profile story on Winyah and Guardian Pharmacy partnership.
Saliba’s Extended Care Pharmacy Expands
Leading Age Arizona (formerly Aging Services of Arizona) December 2011 Tucson pharmacy expansion announced in e-blast and on website.
Robotic equipment making LTC pharmacies quicker
McKnight’s Long-Term Care & Assisted Living November 2011 Fred Burke was quoted in this article about the impact of robotics…
Saliba’s Extended Care Pharmacy Expands Services Statewide
Guardian Corporate Press Release October 2011 New Tucson Pharmacy completes Arizona Footprint
Impact Your Census: Improve Quality of Care and Reduce Turnover
Focus (North Carolina Association Long-Term Care Facilities newsletter) August 2011 Improve Quality of Care and Reduce Turnover
Pharmacy company opens in Crestview
Crestview News Bulletin August 3, 2011 Feature story on the opening of Guardian Pharmacy of Northwest Florida with quotes from…
Crestview pharmacy opens to serve entire Panhandle
Northwest Florida Daily News July 25, 2011 A discussion of the importance of quality service, the unique Guardian business model…
Expanding services to Crestview Florida
Press Release July 13, 2011 Guardian Pharmacy LLC expands services providing statewide coverage to Florida’s long-term care facilities. The opening…
Guardian Pharmacy opens distribution center
Pensacola News Journal, Tallahassee Democrat July 14, 2011 Guardian Pharmacy, one of the largest institutional pharmacy companies in the U.S.,…
Guardian Expands Services Providing Statewide Coverage to Florida
Press Release June 29, 2011 Opening of new pharmacy completes Florida footprint
A prescription for success
Healthcare Finance News April 2011 Guardian’s business model helps long-term care pharmacies carve out their own niche
Saliba’s extends to Tucson
Phoenix Business Journal May 20, 2011 Article announcing Saliba’s Pharmacy expansion.
Guardian on right side of prescription market
Atlanta Business Chronicle, Better Care Services April 8, 2011 Fred Burke discusses Guardian’s history, unique business model and issues facing…
Guardian Pharmacy Expands, Solidifying Southeast Footprint
Press Release April 5, 2011 Major Expansion Targets Additional Locations in North Carolina, Florida and Georgia
Guardian Pharmacy expands its reach
McKnight’s Long-Term Care & Assisted Living April 4, 2011 News brief announcing Southeast expansion.
Guardian Pharmacy buys N. Carolina Group
Atlanta Business Chronicle March 25, 2011 Fred Burke discussed Guardian’s new partnership with Southern Pharmacy Services.