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2024 M. George Webber, PhD, Compounding Pharmacist of the Year, PCCA USA Owner of Town Total Compounding Center in Woodbury, New York 2024 Board Chair of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC) Proud PCCA Member since 1994
Joseph Navarra started compounding in 1994 to help solve the growing need for pediatric dosage forms of HIV medication. He then founded the Town Total Compounding Center in 2011, where his practice has grown to meet the needs of a wide variety of patients, caregivers and prescribers.
Known for his endlessly collaborative spirit, he has gone to great lengths to support and elevate the compounding profession. As a Concierge Compounding member and an Advisory Council alum, Joe is a connector — going above and beyond to share his compounding knowledge with colleagues through networking.
“Joe is the consummate PCCA member and compounding pharmacist,” said PCCA President Jim Smith. “He passionately advocates for our profession, participating in our ACT Legislative Conference and the APC Compounders on Capitol Hill event. He served as the 2024 APC Board Chair, where he made it his mission to discuss the need for compounded medications with federal and state legislatures, as well as members of the press.”
His dedication is only outmatched by his tenacious care for his patients, such as working with PCCA to develop a custom formulation using NataTroche® for patients suffering with depression.
It is this combination of leadership, innovation and advocacy that makes him truly deserving of this prestigious award. His inspirational passion for helping patients with quality, personalized medicine has left an indelible mark on the compounding community.
Watch Joe as he accepts his award during the ThinkNext: International Seminar 2024 awards luncheon.
2024 Compounding Pharmacist of the Year, PCCA Canada CEO and President of Pure Integrative Pharmacy, Vancouver, British Columbia Proud PCCA Member since 2000
Bob Mehr pursues opportunities with all that he has,” said PCCA Canada General Manager Amanda Cassel. “Once he identifies the need, he innovates, advocates, gathers and connects the resources needed to get it done.”
Bob is a dynamic and passionate leader, an educator and a networker of allied health care practitioners. He approaches health and wellness by focusing on preventative medicine and promoting vitality, combining a holistic and integrative health model with traditional pharmacy services, including personalized medicine.
“It’s unbelievable what Bob has been able to accomplish over the course of his career — not only has he done it with great skill and expertise, he’s done it with great heart,” PCCA President Jim Smith said, acknowledging Bob’s dedication to his work.
Many years ago, Bob and his wife and fellow pharmacist, Mahtab, opened a few independent pharmacies under a major pharmacy brand. In 1999, Bob rebranded his stores as Pure Integrative Pharmacy, and today, the company has 19 locations across British Columbia, including an e-commerce department and a compounding laboratory that serves patients and practitioners. “I could not have achieved success without the support of PCCA — they have taught me a lot about keeping our standards high when it comes to compounding. Their integrity and ethical approach to our industry has been inspiration for me and our entire team,” Bob said.
Watch Bob as he accepts his award during PCCA’s CONNEXT 2024 Canadian Compounding Conference in Toronto.
Inaugural PCCA Technicians of the Year: Stacy Hightower (left, USA) and Jennifer Tuck (right, Canada).
Compounding Technician of the Year, PCCA USA Las Colinas Pharmacy Compounding & Wellness in Irving, Texas, owned by Jim and Jan Hrncir Proud PCCA Member since 1990
“She is one of the best compounding technicians in the industry,” said PCCA Director of Member Engagement Erin Michael, MBA, MS, CPhT, FAPC, about Stacy Hightower, our inaugural PCCA USA Compounding Technician of the Year.
Stacy has worked as a sterile and nonsterile compounding technician at Las Colinas Pharmacy for more than 30 years and now serves as their compliance officer, as well as their lead in sales and marketing. She regularly advocates for compounding, and currently serves as an APC board member and is past president of the Pharmacy Compounding Foundation.
“Stacy embraces change and is a lifelong learner,” Erin said. “She participates in PCCA’s education events and Concierge Compounding program and is known for her marketing innovation and generous sharing with PCCA members.”
Listen as Stacy discusses her extensive experience — from her role as a compounding pharmacy technician to her role as compliance officer and lead in sales and marketing — with PCCA Director of Member Engagement Erin Michael, MBA, MS, CPhT, FAPC, in the June 30, 2023 episode of The Mortar & Pestle podcast
Watch Stacy as she accepts her award during the ThinkNext: International Seminar 2024 awards luncheon.
Compounding Technician of the Year, PCCA Canada Integrum Compounding Centre in Calgary, Alberta, owned by Robert Heaton Proud PCCA Member since 2002
“We are thrilled to honor Jennifer Tuck with our first-ever PCCA Canada Compounding Technician of the Year award,” said PCCA Canada General Manager Amanda Cassel. “She truly embodies the spirit of this award.”
Throughout her career, Jennifer has been known for her meticulous attention to detail, her innovative approach to problem-solving and her unwavering dedication to patient care. Her efforts have not only improved the efficiency and effectiveness of her workplace, but also positively impacted the lives of many patients.
“I am deeply honored,” said Jennifer. “It is a privilege to work in a profession that allows me to make a difference in people’s lives every day. I am grateful to my colleagues and mentors.”
Listen as Jennifer discusses her journey as a compounding technician with PCCA Director of Member Engagement Erin Michael, MBA, MS, CPhT, FAPC, in the September 19, 2024 episode of The Mortar & Pestle podcast.
Watch Jennifer as she accepts her award during PCCA’s CONNEXT 2024 Canadian Compounding Conference in Toronto.
2024 L. David Sparks Advocacy Award Recipient Co-Owner of Andrews Apothecary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina Proud PCCA Member since 1998
"Jerry Beamer exemplifies everything this award represents through his passionate advocacy for the compounding profession,” said PCCA Vice President of Public Affairs, Education and Human Relations Lizzie Harbin.“
He recognizes the importance of investing in relationships and regularly travels to Washington, D.C., to nurture them. His dedication is evident in the strong connection he’s built with his Senator — who knows him by name — and his active participation with PCCA’s ACT Legislative Conference.
“Jerry makes it a priority to educate lawmakers on the vital need to protect patient access to compounded medicine. His impactful contributions to the compounding pharmacy industry are truly inspiring,” Lizzie said.
A longtime supporter of PCCA, Jerry has been a member of PCCA’s Concierge Compounding networking program since 2009 and has never missed an International Seminar. In addition to his “owner” and “pharmacist” titles, Jerry considers himself “chief problem solver” at his compounding pharmacy.
Watch Jerry as he accepts his award during the ThinkNext: International Seminar 2024 awards luncheon.
2024 George Roentsch, RPh, New Innovator Award Recipient Owner of HatchRx Compounding Pharmacy in Long Island, New York Proud PCCA Member since 2022
"Isha Gupta reflects the entrepreneurial and passionate spirit of the award’s namesake,” said PCCA Clinical Compounding Pharmacist Mark Gonzalez, PharmD. “Since joining PCCA in 2022, she has embraced learning and education by attending CORE Compounding Training, ThinkNext: International Seminar, Concierge Congress and the Marketing & Sales Symposium, as well as watching multiple online webinars. She is extremely innovative, constantly ‘thinking outside of the box’ to offer the best options for her patients. She is also very positive, always willing to help her peers, as well as the doctors and patients throughout her community.”
Isha graduated from Long Island University in New York, where she earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She later received her Master of Business Administration in Hospital Administration when working as a pharmacist at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center. While there, she recognized the lack of innovative solutions for patients, which ultimately motivated her to open her compounding pharmacy.
For Isha, compounding isn’t just about creating medications; it’s about the joy of problem-solving for unique patient needs. “Every day as a compounder is a dynamic blend of innovation, creativity, challenge and satisfaction,” she said.
Watch Isha as she accepts her award during the ThinkNext: International Seminar 2024 awards luncheon.