Guardian Pharmacy Services, Inc. (NYSE: GRDN), one of the nation’s largest and most innovative long-term care (LTC) pharmacy services companies, and Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida today announced the opening of a new pharmacy in Naples, Fla. This pharmacy, together with the North Port location, will allow Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida to better serve residents in assisted living, skilled nursing and behavioral health communities, as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the region, stretching from Sarasota to Lake Placid to Marco Island.
Established in 2014, Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida has expanded at a remarkable pace over the past three years, increasing its customer base by an average of 15% annually.
“As one of the only dedicated LTC pharmacies in Naples, this location strengthens our ability to serve more communities and residents with specialized medication management expertise and services,” said Jay Mandra, PharmD, president of Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida. “With Naples experiencing rapid growth, particularly in healthcare and senior living, operating a pharmacy in the southernmost portion of Southwest Florida allows us to expand our reach, build new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships with LTC communities and their staff to deliver exceptional resident care.”
The new pharmacy strategically positions Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida to support the increasing demand for LTC pharmacy services in Naples and surrounding areas. This second location will also enhance Guardian’s capabilities and customer support, resulting in faster delivery times and greater access to hands-on medication management for LTC communities and residents. Mandra will oversee direct operations at the Naples location alongside Tiffany Fernandez, pharmacist-in-charge. Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida-Naples is now one of eight Guardian partner pharmacies in Florida, joining locations in Daytona, Jacksonville, Crestview, Orlando, Boca Raton, Tampa and North Port to provide specialized pharmacy services to LTC communities across the state.
As part of the Guardian Pharmacy Services family, Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida benefits from the company’s local management business model, which enables the local pharmacy team to focus on customer service and the specialized needs of the communities and residents they serve, while Guardian’s centralized Corporate Support Team assists with the many complex behind-the-scenes business functions, including data analytics, HR, IT, payor relations, national sales and more.
“Establishing a pharmacy in Naples reinforces Guardian’s commitment to delivering the superior customer attention, rapid response and 24/7 service that have defined our reputation since we first entered Florida 20 years ago,” said Fred Burke, president and CEO of Guardian Pharmacy Services. “Expanding our presence in this growing region is a significant milestone for Jay and his team at Guardian Pharmacy of Southwest Florida, whose expertise and dedication ensure LTC communities and residents are well served.”
Founded in 2004, Guardian Pharmacy Services has expanded from a single location to 51 pharmacies serving 38 states. This growth has been fueled by a balanced strategy of organic expansion, greenfield startups, and acquisitions, positioning the company for continued success in a rapidly evolving market. For more information, visit www.guardianpharmacy.com.
About Guardian Pharmacy Services
Guardian Pharmacy Services is a leading long-term care pharmacy services company that provides an extensive suite of technology-enabled services designed to ensure residents of long-term health care facilities ("LTCFs") are on the appropriate drug regimen and to promote medication adherence, which in turn helps reduce the cost of care and improve clinical outcomes. As of December 31, 2024, our 51 pharmacies served approximately 186,000 residents in approximately 7,000 LTCFs across 38 states.
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