how the little guys stay afloat - open.

Large chain pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are popping up at every corner. They are expanding at such an accelerated rate its hard to say one is more convenient than the other when they are both five minutes away. In addition there are also the Target's, Walmart's, and even supermarkets like Ralph's that are incorporating pharmacies into their stores. As they promote the idea of "shop while you wait for your prescription," it is pulling prescription filling patients in every direction. But while these companies are marking their territory other "Mom & Pap" pharmacies are being forced to close their doors. 

The little guys just can't compete. 

With large retail companies like CVS branching out in every direction very few of the smaller family owned pharmacies can sustain. According to BNET, there are currently 30 large retail pharmacy chains in the Unite States and the top five are none that we haven't heard of before: Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Wal-Mart, and Albertsons. In addition, the number of 30 retail chains is not getting any smaller. Local pharmacies are really struggling to survive. But that's not to say that they have all disappeared, some amazing few have made it through this rough patch. 

Of those rare few, Llyod's Remedies of Lousiana is standing proud. They were recently acknowledged by the National Community Pharmacy Association for their "dedication to community pharmacy." - utilizing the concept of a tight niche to keep their customers coming back.

They've adapted and are changing the face of pharmacy and the pre-existing notion of doctor patient care. 

Lloyd's Pharmacy is finding new ways to provide excellent service to their customers. From in home deliveries to custom prescriptions they are tailoring the pharmacy to the needs of the patient. As we enter this age of technology, they have also implemented refilling prescriptions online and are providing real time medication profiling. Relying on community support, a friendly staff, and personal service Lloyd's Pharmacy is proud to celebrate 10 years of business. 

From the looks of it, there will be many more to come. 

-J