our Services

Getting older often means managing more medications — and the interactions between them can be complex.

Bryan Hastie is a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist with specialized training in how aging affects the way medications work in the body.

Whether you’re managing your own health or helping a parent or spouse, we’re here to make it simpler.

Who benefits:

  • Older adults taking five or more medications
  • Patients recently discharged from hospital
  • Caregivers managing a loved one’s medications
  • Anyone who wants to age in place safely and confidently
  • Anyone whose medications haven’t been reviewed in over a year

You’ll get a one-on-one consultation that includes:

  • A review of your full medication list — prescription, over-the-counter, and supplements
  • Any interactions, flags medications that may be inappropriate for older adults 
  • Consultation with your physician and care team to simplify your regimen where possible.

Call or visit us to book a consultation.

Living with asthma or COPD means managing your medications carefully — and making sure you’re using them correctly.

Our Respiratory Educator Pharmacist offers specialized support that goes beyond dispensing your prescription.

Who benefits:

  • People newly diagnosed with asthma or COPD
  • Patients whose symptoms aren’t well controlled despite medication
  • Anyone who has never had their inhaler technique assessed
  • People managing multiple respiratory medications
  • Caregivers supporting a family member with a respiratory condition

You’ll get a one-on-one consultation that covers:

  • your medications
  • your inhaler technique 
  • your day-to-day management of your condition 

We’ll work with you to identify triggers, build an action plan, and make sure you’re getting the full benefit of every dose.

Call or visit us to book a respiratory consultation.

Want to learn more? Read our guide to Breathing Easier with COPD.

No doctor’s appointment needed.

Our pharmacists are authorized to assess and, when appropriate, prescribe treatment for a range of common health conditions — including many that are now covered under Ontario’s expanded minor ailment program.

Who benefits:

  • Patients without a family doctor
  • Anyone who can’t get a timely appointment with their physician
  • People dealing with a straightforward condition that doesn’t require a specialist

You’ll get a one-on-one consultation that includes:

  • Assessment of your symptoms
  • A prescription when clinically appropriate
  • Guidance on when to seek further medical care

Conditions we assess and treat:

  • Urinary tract infections
  • Ticks
  • Cold sores
  • Pink eye
  • Allergies
  • Skin conditions
  • And more — ask us what’s covered

Call or visit us to find out if your condition qualifies.

The Medela Symphony and Ameda Pearl are double electric breast pumps trusted in hospitals and NICUs.

We rent both models by the day, week, or month, and carry compatible collection kits available for purchase.

Who benefits:

  • New mothers establishing milk supply
  • Mothers of premature or NICU babies
  • Anyone recovering from a difficult birth
  • Mothers returning to work who need a reliable pump
  • Anyone whose personal pump isn’t meeting their needs

You’ll get a personal consultation that includes:

  • Guidance on which pump is right for your situation
  • Setup and usage instruction
  • Information on compatible accessories
  • Advice on storage and hygiene between sessions

Call or visit us to check availability and rental rates.

Read our guide about who needs a hospital-grade breast pump.

Compression stockings work best when they fit correctly — the right size, compression level, and style for your specific condition.

Our Certified Fitter will measure and recommend the right option for you, whether you need a non-prescription solution or have been prescribed a specific compression class.

Who benefits:

  • People who spend long hours on their feet
  • Anyone experiencing leg fatigue, swelling, or varicose veins
  • Pregnant women with ankle swelling or mild varicosities
  • Patients recovering from surgery or a vein procedure
  • Travellers prone to swelling on long flights

You’ll get a custom fitting that includes:

  • Measurement of ankle, calf, and length
  • Recommendation on compression level and style
  • Guidance on how to wear and care for your stockings

Call or visit us to book a fitting.

If you or a loved one takes multiple medications, blister packaging removes the guesswork. 

Your prescriptions are organized into weekly calendar-style blister cards by day and time — so you always know what to take and when, and whether you’ve already taken a dose.

Who benefits:

  • People managing multiple daily medications
  • Older adults living independently
  • Caregivers managing medications for a family member
  • Anyone who has experienced missed or double doses

You’ll get a service that includes:

  • A personalized blister card organized by day and time
  • Review of your full medication schedule before packaging
  • Ongoing refills packaged and ready for pickup

Call or visit us to get started.

A medication review is a one-on-one consultation with Bryan or Alysse to go through everything you’re taking — prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and supplements.

The goal is to make sure your medications are working together safely and that you understand what each one is for.

Who benefits:

  • Anyone taking multiple medications
  • Patients who have recently had a change in their health or prescriptions
  • People who want to understand their medications better
  • Older adults — an annual review is recommended

You’ll get a consultation that includes:

  • A plain-language explanation of what each medication does
  • Identification of any interactions or duplications
  • A printed summary of all your medications to share with family or other healthcare providers

We recommend a medication review at least once a year, or any time your medications change.

Call or visit us to book.

Store Hours:

Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sunday & Holidays: Closed

Location:

296 Highland Road East, Kitchener

 Phone: 519-571-7050 

Email: info@kwmedicineshoppe.ca