Our People - Cheetham's Pharmacy Saskatoon

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Rick was born in Regina, Saskatchewan and grew up in North Battleford. He completed his BSc. in Biochemistry in 1981, and graduated  to Pharmacy Manager in one of the Pinder’s Drugs locations in Saskatoon in 1986. In 1994, Rick purchased an existing clinic pharmacy at 514 Queen St in Saskatoon, renaming it to Cheetham’s Pharmacy. With a passion for excellent customer service, Cheetham’s Pharmacy grew in clients and staff year after year to celebrating its 25th year in business with expansions in both staff and facilities. Rick is passionate about independent pharmacy, supporting the local economy, and giving back to the community. Rick believes the key to success is outstanding customer service and hiring only the best of the best.

LaVerne Churko graduated from the College of Pharmacy at the University of Saskatchewan in 1983.  LaVerne has been practicing in the profession of pharmacy in the city of Saskatoon for the past 33 years.  In 2009, LaVerne became a certified Diabetes Educator. LaVerne continues to have the opportunity to educate people living with diabetes in all aspects of their diabetes care at the pharmacy level as well as within some physician’s offices.  LaVerne is  a PACT (Partnership to Assist with Cessation of Tobacco) certified pharmacist. LaVerne has completed level 1&2 prescriptive authority enabling her to prescribe interim & emergency supplies of medications as well as prescribing for minor ailments.  In 2015, LaVerne completed injection training and has participated in providing Influenza vaccine for 2015-2016 flu season.  LaVerne has a passion in working with the senior’s population within the city of Saskatoon.

Sharon is an internationally trained licensed pharmacist from The Philippines. She has over 10 years of experience in hospital and community pharmacy both in the Philippines and in the Middle East.  She moved to Canada last June 2009 where she studied English Language Proficiency and Canadian Background and History at Open Door Society. Sharon's passion is to serve people with care and dedication, which is the reason why she joined Cheethams team last September in 2014. Sharon has been a Pharmacy Assistant in Canada for 5 years now. Currently she is in the process of taking her examination to become a licensed pharmacist in Canada. Sharon is now a certified Sigvaris fitter.