Dr. Shahida Choudhry had two overriding goals when she decided to open her own pharmacy earlier this year.
- To provide patients with highly personalized pharmacy care and follow-up at prices that are less than chain pharmacies.
- To have a flexible schedule that allowed more time for her family, which includes an 8-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter.
“I strongly believe in a balanced approach to life,” said Dr. Choudhry. “Owning my own pharmacy allows me to be a better pharmacist and mother.”
After working as a pharmacist for nine years at a local grocery chain, Dr. Choudhry opened Palms Pharmacy this past April. Her new store is in Palm Pointe Plaza — a location that’s convenient for her patients in New Tampa and Wesley Chapel.
Palms Pharmacy’s customer service begins at the counter, where the staff prides itself on personalized care that is compassionate and friendly, yet also professional and efficient.
“Our goal is simple — we strive to better your overall quality of life,” said Dr. Choudhry. “We know the local doctors, and work with them to save our patients money on their prescriptions — which can be hundreds of dollars.”
Palms Pharmacy keeps prescription prices low by using manufacturers’ coupons and minimizing overhead costs. And, because it is highly specialized, it offers solutions to unusual medical problems that most retail pharmacies cannot provide.
“Our ability to compound, and our access to specialty pharmaceuticals, means we are able to handle the most complicated of patients,” said Dr. Choudhry.
Palms Pharmacy routinely calls and sends text messages to patients when their prescriptions are ready. For those unable to come to the store, there is free delivery as far away as Zephyrhills, Dade City and Land O’ Lakes.
“It’s all about helping our customers get the prescriptions they need, when they need them,” said Dr. Choudhry.
A pharmacist for 16 years, Dr. Choudhry received her bachelors and doctorate in pharmacy from Long Island University in 2001. After marrying her husband, Irfan — an occupational therapist — the couple moved to California for five years, before settling in Wesley Chapel in 2006.
Working alongside Dr. Choudhry is Naivis Valdes, a certified and registered pharmacy technician, who has worked with Dr. Choudhry for 10 years.
“Navis and I want to partner with you and assist in providing the best care and attention you deserve,” said Dr. Choudhry. “Please give us a call and let us show you how we can save you money, while providing the best pharmacy care you’re ever received.”
17008 Palm Point Dr., Tampa 33647
(813) 252-0963 • (813) 252-7017 (fax)
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