NEWS

April 05, 2010

Tenth 50 Best Award for Medical Pharmacies 

Medical Pharmacies, a Long Term Care Specialist, is the only Pharmacy Member of Platinum Club of Winners

For the tenth year in a row, Medical Pharmacies Group has been named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. The Company joins other industry leaders in the exclusive Platinum Club, reserved for those who have won at least six consecutive times.

The award, handed out by Deloitte, the National Post, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and Queen’s University, honours Canadian owned and managed businesses that excel in their fields. “We’re pleased to have our innovation recognized and to maintain our standing with the best of the best of Canadian business,” said Richard Sevazlian, CEO.  “And we are happy to be the only Canadian pharmacy honoured in this way,” he added.

This award is unique as it gauges not just the financial excellence of a company but also its overall performance and growth, recognizing the contributions of the entire organization. Winners are truly ‘best in class’ in their industries.

About Medical Pharmacies Group
Medical Pharmacies is the largest provider of pharmacy services to nursing, retirement, group homes and other extended care facilities in Canada. The Company has been serving Ontario's seniors for more than 25 years. Medical Pharmacies serves residents in long term care homes across Ontario.

About 50 Best-Managed Companies
Established in 1993, the 50 Best award honours Canadian-owned and managed businesses with revenues of $10 million or more. Winners come from every industry sector. Every year entrepreneurs and business owners compete to win this coveted award, the most recognized business distinction in Canada. Visit www.canadas50best.com to learn more.

For more information, contact:
Roxanne Tang, R.Ph., B.S.P.
V.P., Professional Services
Medical Pharmacies
905-420-7335
rtang@medicalpharmacies.com