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Indie pharmacy’s strong roots bolster industry amid downturn
Independent pharmacy has been slammed hard by the continuing slide in prescription-dispensing profits, a dismal economy and powerful chain store competitors. But with their strong ties to local communities and the patients they serve, most are weathering the storm and may emerge stronger than ever.
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Health Mart, more than 2,000 strong, building franchise’s drawing power
Health Mart
President: Tim Canning
Corp. Offices: San Francisco
Number of Members/Stores: 2,000
Web page: www.healthmart.com
In late 2008, retail pharmacy’s fastest-growing franchise for independent owner-operators blew past a significant milestone with the addition of its 2,000th drug store member.