Newmarket, Canada (PRUnderground) September 2nd, 2026
Optimum Pharmacy has been recognized by ThreeBestRated® as one of the top 3 pharmacies in Newmarket. The recognition reflects the pharmacy's commitment to personalized service, patient-centered care, offering expert medication guidance and delivering a welcoming and accessible healthcare experience for the community.
Fora shared, "Being recognized by ThreeBestRated is a great honour because it reflects the trust that patients place in us. Healthcare is a team effort, so this recognition belongs to our entire pharmacy team and to the community that supports us. It motivates us to continue improving and to maintain the patient-centered care that defines our pharmacy."
Fora Rahmati's Path to Personalized Pharmacy Care
Fora Rahmati has worked in the pharmacy industry since 2000, across a range of settings. After moving to Canada from Iran in 2008, she returned to pharmacy practice in 2010 and went on to manage a corporate pharmacy for eight years, an experience that showed her exactly where patient care could be improved.
In 2019, she opened Optimum Pharmacy with a clear goal: more individualized care and better medication outcomes for people in her community.
"I was drawn to pharmacy because it combines science with direct patient care," Fora said. "Medications are powerful tools, but they only work well when patients understand how to use them and feel supported during treatment."
Over the years, Fora has worked with patients navigating fertility treatments, mental health conditions, and chronic pain. These experiences showed her how important it is for patients to have someone they can turn to when they have questions or need help understanding their treatment. "I realized that many patients needed more guidance than they were receiving," she said.
That realization became a driving reason behind Optimum Pharmacy. Fora's focus is on making pharmacy care more personal, accessible, and comfortable, giving patients the time and support they need to make informed decisions about their own treatment.
She believes every patient deserves time, attention, and compassion, especially given how stressful healthcare can be, particularly for those managing a serious condition or an emotionally demanding treatment like fertility care. The pharmacy's philosophy is straightforward: treat every patient with the same care and consideration they would want for their own family. This approach helps create an environment where patients can openly discuss their concerns and better understand their treatment.
The Changing Role of Pharmacists
Fora points out that pharmacy practice has changed considerably over the years and is no longer limited to dispensing medication. Pharmacists today are increasingly involved in helping patients manage their overall treatment and make informed health decisions.
Depending on their scope of practice, pharmacists can now help with:
>> Prescribing for many minor ailments
>> Administering a wide range of vaccines
>> Conducting medication reviews
>> Supporting chronic disease management
>> Helping patients manage complex treatments
That expanded scope makes pharmacists among the most accessible healthcare professionals for many people. At Optimum Pharmacy, the goal is never just to be a place where patients pick up prescriptions, it is to be an accessible healthcare partner for the community.
Making Complex Medications Manageable
Optimum Pharmacy takes a personalized approach to helping patients manage their medications. The team takes the time to review each prescription with patients, explaining how and when each medication should be taken. When patients are managing several prescriptions, practical tools such as medication charts, schedules and reminders can make it easier to stay organized and follow their treatment routine.
Fora said, "Taking the time to explain medications clearly helps patients feel more confident in their treatment plans."
Supporting Patients Through Fertility Treatment
Fertility treatment is one area where Optimum Pharmacy offers specialized support. Fertility medications often involve complicated schedules, daily injections, and precise timing, all of which can be difficult to manage on top of the emotional weight of treatment itself. The pharmacy works to make the medication side of that process as straightforward as possible.
Support can include:
>> Detailed medication counseling
>> Guidance on administering injections
>> Helping ensure medications are available when needed
>> Assistance with insurance and financial concerns
"Our goal is to remove as much stress as possible so patients can focus on their health and their families," Fora said.
The Moments That Matter Most
Some of the most meaningful moments in pharmacy come when patients return to share what's happened since their treatment began. That is especially common in fertility care, where the relationship with a patient can stretch on for months, sometimes years. Getting a message that someone's expecting, or seeing a photo of the baby after being part of that whole journey puts everything in perspective. A prescription is not just a prescription. It is someone's family, their hope, their story.
For the team at Optimum Pharmacy, getting to play even a small role in that is one of the most rewarding parts of the job. To get more information, visit https://optimumpharmacy.ca/
Contact Information:
Phone: +1 (905) 235-8820
Email: info@optimumpharmacy.ca
Address: 615 Davis Drive Newmarket, ON L3Y 2R2
