Benzer Pharmacy Hires Vice President For Specialty Pharmacy
Tampa, Florida (PRWEB) July 06, 2015 -- Benzer Pharmacy, the nation’s fastest growing retail pharmacy chain, announced today that Michael LaBrecque has joined the company’s executive team.
Mr. LaBrecque will serve as the company’s Vice President of Specialty Pharmacy responsible for the overall project oversight; budget, staffing, planning, and project management. He will actively be involved in providing leadership oversight and direction to strengthen Benzer Pharmacy in-order to provide specialty pharmacy services for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis C and Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) population.
Formally known as Rx Care Pharmacy, Benzer Pharmacy unveiled its new brand January, 2015 and has since rapidly grown its market leadership in America. Just two months ago, the retail pharmacy with over forty store locations throughout Florida, Michigan, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Louisiana, was named among top 50 drug store operators in North America by Chain Drug Review.
"This is an exciting time for Benzer Pharmacy as the demand for specialty medications has increased dramatically over the past one year and i am very pleased to be part of the team," says Mr. LaBrecque. "As the Vice President of Specialty Pharmacy, I plan to develop the operation model, the training modules and management tools that will strengthen the company to efficiently and effectively implement a formal patient management program," explains Mr. LaBrecque.
Management of patients with complex chronic conditions needs an in-depth program that looks at several aspects of patients’ care including patient education, patient care plan, integrated approach with multi discipline care.
Mr. LaBrecque has over thirty years of vast experience in the health industry. He possesses a unique and comprehensive portfolio of knowledge and experience in Specialty Pharmacy (Sales, Strategy, Operations, Product Development, Account Management, Pharma Contracting) , PBM (Formulary Rebate Contracting, Network Contracting and Operations), Supply Chain, Clinical Programs, Health Plan Operations, Pharmacy Pricing, Patient Assistance Programs, Reimbursement HUB Programs and Pharmacy System Development. Visionary with success in projecting market trends, setting strategy, and developing new products and services to improve profits, increase sales and grow market penetration.
Prior to joining Benzer Pharmacy, Mr. LaBrecque served as Vice President, Specialty Consulting for Therigy. He holds an MBA from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Rhode Island. He has served on numerous Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Advisory Boards.
Mr. LaBrecque’s background and wide-range of skills are a true asset to Benzer Pharmacy as the pharmacy continues to achieve its goals in specialty medication.
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ABOUT BENZER PHARMACY
Benzer Pharmacy, formerly known as Rx Care Pharmacy, is a chain of independent retail pharmacies specializing in compound and specialty medications. Benzer focuses on the customer’s needs by offering over-the-counter products, health consultations, and personalized care. With over 40 locations throughout Florida, Michigan, Virginia, North Carolina, and Louisiana, Benzer Pharmacy is dedicated to improving the health of its customers and strives to exceed customer’s expectations by providing convenient access to personalized pharmaceutical services. All Benzer Pharmacy medications require a doctor's prescription. For more information: http://www.benzerpharmacy.com
Emah Madegwa, Media and PR Manager, Benzer Pharmacy, http://www.benzerpharmacy.com, +1 8133042221 Ext: 104, [email protected]
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