OREANDA-NEWS. November 06, 2013. In an effort to help independent pharmacies achieve better pharmacy health, McKesson Corporation is showcasing several new solutions at the 115th Annual Convention and Trade Exposition of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA).

Focused on providing insights into how to run a better business, achieve better results for patients, create a better future for community pharmacy, and seize the benefits of coming together with other pharmacy owners for greater scale, McKesson's new solutions for Health Mart® and community pharmacies are featured at NCPA Booth #1001.

"The NCPA is dedicated to the continuing growth and prosperity of independent community pharmacy, which, in today's dynamic healthcare landscape, means taking advantage of the tremendous opportunity for community pharmacies to grow their practices and expand their role as healthcare providers," said Mark Walchirk, President, McKesson U.S. Pharmaceutical. "McKesson is committed to helping our customers - and the industry - achieve better pharmacy health for the long term, and we are proud to introduce innovative new solutions this week at NCPA."

Health Mart continues to invest in solutions that help its franchisees compete and thrive with the most comprehensive portfolio of solutions backed by a national brand widely recognized for superior customer service. With more than 3,100 member stores nationwide, Health Mart is quickly becoming the franchise model of choice for community pharmacy owners looking to complement their local identity with a national brand. "Health Mart is constantly looking for opportunities to help our pharmacies deepen the local relationships they have in their communities," said Steve Courtman, President, Health Mart. "New offerings such as a mobile app, adherence support programs and fresh marketing materials provide the pharmacies with new tools to grow these relationships and build trust, which is critical to improving a patient's health, ensuring loyalty and building the pharmacy business."