Nexus Pharmacy

Nexus Pharmacy is a pharmacy in Toledo, OH, located at 1415 Jefferson Ave. It serves patients through Neighborhood Health Association (NHA), offering medication dispensing, medication counseling, over-the-counter products, and discounted generic drugs. The pharmacy operates under a sliding fee scale and is available exclusively to NHA patients. Services include medication education, drug information, and patient support, with pharmacy students assisting in teaching proper use of medical devices like inhalers and blood glucose monitors. The pharmacy is staffed by a full-time pharmacist, a part-time pharmacist, two full-time pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy interns. It is situated at the Nexus Health Center, in partnership with the University of Toledo College of Pharmacy, and operates with seasonal hours from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with extended hours in summer.

The pharmacy leverages the federal 340B program to provide low-cost medications, ensuring affordability based on patient income. Pharmacists and staff prioritize patient education and individualized care, with a focus on improving health outcomes for underserved populations. Elizabeth (Beth) Schwartz, the pharmacy director, brings over 31 years of experience and a degree from the University of Toledo, emphasizing compassionate, patient-centered service. The pharmacy’s operations are integrated with NHA’s broader mission to eliminate healthcare inequities and promote health equity through accessible, culturally sensitive care.

Nexus Pharmacy is part of a larger network of community health services in Toledo, including primary care, dental care, behavioral health, and social services. It functions as a vital component of NHA’s efforts to provide comprehensive, affordable healthcare to uninsured and underinsured residents. The pharmacy’s commitment to accessibility, education, and low-cost medication delivery reflects its role in supporting the health and well-being of Toledo’s most vulnerable populations.