Anna Louise James made history as one of the first African American female pharmacists and the first African American woman to graduate from the Brooklyn College of Pharmacy. Born on January 19, 1886, Anna was the daughter of a Virginia …

February 7, 2020 –Newsday, the local Long Island newspaper with the 11th-highest circulation in the United States, and the highest among suburban newspapers, recently published a featured story written by reporter Victor Ocasio about Governor Cuomo’s push to legalize marijuana …

HOLBROOK, NY – January 27, 2020 – GRx, a trusted partner in pharmaceutical returns, is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Hofmann as the new Director of Human Resources.  A 20-year industry veteran, Hofmann will lead recruiting and retention …

Pharmacists remain at the top of the Gallup’s annual survey of professionals that rank the highest in “honesty and ethics”. For the 18th year in a row, nurses ranked as the most trusted professionals, as 85% of Americans say their honesty and ethical …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS As we move into a new decade, it’s natural to contemplate all the changes over the previous 10 years. The healthcare industry vastly transformed throughout that period. The approval of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) …

Drum Roll Please… The winner of the employee of the month in Holbrook for the month of December is the very kind, positive and hardworking Steve Rua, Facility & Maintenance Manager. Steve always has a kind word and a smile …

GRx is pleased to introduce its newest sales and service superstar, Michael Dreaden. As a Regional Account Executive (RAE) Mike was added to our roster and has been assigned accounts in Alabama and the surrounding area.   Mike is driven to …

The 2020 trade show season is around the corner.  Here is the first snapshot of the shows we’ll be attending. Looking forward to seeing our customers, prospective clients, partners, and GPOs!

Many thanks to the kind and thoughtful employees of GRx who donated 530lbs of toiletry items and 256lbs of food to Island Harvest, a leading hunger-relief food bank that provides food and other resources to people in need. More than …

The oldest operating pharmacy is the Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy located in Florence, Italy. The pharmacy was founded in 1221 by the same friars who were responsible for the construction of the first majestic basilica in Florence.  The monks began …

GRx is starting the New Year off right by attending the Long Island Association’s State of the Region Report. This sold out event features an update from our county executive Steve Bellone.  The Executive Breakfast is being held at the …

It’s Time to Look at Us Again GRx is pleased to announce a new addition to our service representative team in Florida. The company welcomes Jamie Warticki who joins the company as a new Regional Account Executive (RAE). Jamie joins …

GRx was proud to be the Gold Sponsor for Coastal Carolinas Health Alliance Day event on December 7, 2019.  Alliance Day is the annual year-end celebration recognizing the organization’s successes and milestones. For more than ten years, the Coastal Carolinas …

The needs of pharmacy customers change throughout the year. The change in seasons especially can alter the demand for certain products.  Despite its reduced sales period, seasonal products are usually relevant in annual turnover. Categorizing and taking advantage of seasonal …

The winner of the employee of the month in Holbrook is the very kind and hardworking Lisa Grisanzio!  Congratulations to Lisa for this well deserved honor.

How can you improve cashflow & compliance? It’s easy. As budgets continue to tighten it is more important than ever to partner with a reverse distributor like GRx that has redefined transparency and accountability in the industry. GRx is fully licensed …

We understand that pharmaceutical returns can be a bit of an afterthought when running a pharmacy. However, with just a little bit of planning, you can ensure that your expired products are received in time to maximize credit eligibility.   …

Thanksgiving is a time when we take stock of what we’ve accomplished over the past year and give thanks to all the wonderful people in our lives who’ve helped us along the way. So, before we carve the turkey and …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS Cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD has been one of the hottest trends of 2019. In December 2018, the United States passed the Farm Bill that, among other things, legalized hemp. Now, cannabis products with …

Island Harvest was created in 1992 by one woman with a cooler, a station wagon, and a strong desire to help people in need. Linda Breitstone, the founder, was infuriated that food from a local convenience store was being thrown …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS The opioid crisis has created a distinct challenge for pharmacists everywhere. As the gatekeepers for medications, they must balance between ensuring patients get the relief they need while simultaneously protecting the public from drug diversion. …

Why Pharmacy? With thousands of possible professions to choose from, deciding on a career path can be a daunting task. Adding to this pressure is the knowledge that making the right choice can have an impact on many aspects of …

Sharing a photo from the Hospitality Suite at the Health Connect Partners Show hosted by Paul Nick and our sales team in Kansas City on Monday night. We kicked off a Monday Night Football Extravaganza complete with football-themed virtual reality, …

Randy Ballard recently signed up to sell and service GRx accounts in southern Nevada, southern Utah, New Mexico and western Texas. Before accepting the GRx position, Randy was the Director of Sales & Marketing for an Italian motorcycle brand in …

Attention @HCP_ReverseExpo and Health Connect Partner Attendees: See you at the SHAWNEE Hospitality Suite on Monday Night at 6:30pm for a meet and greet with GRx CEO, Paul Nick.