Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Community Pharmacy in Denham Springs
Papas Farmacia is a locally-owned community pharmacy committed to enhancing patient health through personalized care and innovative treatment methodologies. Established in 2004, we have served the Denham Springs community through challenging times, including the aftermath of the Great Flood of 2016, by maintaining access to essential medications and consultations. Our dedication to patient well-being drives us to integrate advanced practices such as pharmacogenomic testing and robotic dispensing systems while upholding traditional customer service values. We specialize in medication therapy management, chronic disease management, and medication synchronization to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. Our team of experienced pharmacists and technicians provides comprehensive health screenings, immunizations, and durable medical equipment assistance, prioritizing patient convenience and safety.We offer competitive pricing, online ordering, and prescription savings programs to make healthcare accessible for all. Our family-owned operation emphasizes trust, transparency, and community partnership, ensuring that every customer receives individualized attention and expert guidance. With decades of combined experience, our pharmacists lead initiatives like pet care compounding and naturopathic collaboration to address diverse healthcare needs. We remain dedicated to advancing community health through education, preventive care, and continuous adaptation to medical advancements while maintaining our foundational commitment to compassionate service.
Services
Prescription Refills
Medication Therapy Management
Immunizations
Health Screenings
Durable Medical Equipment
Medication Synchronization
Pet Medications
Over-the-Counter Products
Gift Shop
Pharmacogenomic Testing
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience serving the Denham Springs community.
- We offer advanced Pharmacogenomic testing for personalized medication solutions.
- Our 24/7 telemedicine access connects patients with medical professionals instantly.
- We provide free medication therapy management consultations to optimize treatment plans.
- Our team includes Louisiana's only RxGenomix-certified pharmacist for genetic testing expertise.
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Personalized care
Helped during floods
Medication management experts
Friendly pharmacists
Services
Medication Therapy Management
Our pharmacists conduct comprehensive medication reviews to optimize treatment plans for patients with chronic conditions. This service helps identify drug interactions, reduce side effects, and improve medication adherence through personalized counseling. Patients benefit from coordinated care that enhances treatment effectiveness while potentially lowering long-term healthcare costs.
Pharmacogenomic Testing
This advanced diagnostic tool analyzes genetic markers to predict individual medication responses. By identifying how a patient's genes affect drug metabolism, we help physicians select the most effective medications and dosages. This precision medicine approach improves treatment outcomes for psychiatric, cardiac, and pain management therapies while reducing adverse reactions.
Immunizations
We offer a full range of CDC-recommended vaccines including flu shots, shingles immunizations, and travel-specific vaccines. Our certified staff administers vaccinations for all age groups, with special focus on preventive care for chronic disease patients. Seasonal flu shots and travel vaccine consultations help protect individual and community health.
Medication Synchronization
This program coordinates all prescription refill dates to a single monthly pickup day. Patients receive organized medications with clear instructions, improving adherence and reducing pharmacy visits. The service includes automated refill reminders and pharmacist consultations to review treatment progress and address concerns.
Durable Medical Equipment
We provide essential medical equipment ranging from mobility aids to respiratory therapy devices. Our inventory includes canes, walkers, nebulizers, and bathroom safety equipment. We assist with Medicare billing and insurance verification to ensure accessible equipment solutions that support patient independence and recovery.
People
Dr. Stephanie Sprague
PharmD
Dr. Sprague oversees clinical operations and patient care initiatives. With extensive experience in community pharmacy practices and chronic disease management, she ensures personalized medication counseling and leads our pharmacogenomic testing program to improve treatment outcomes.
Bret Sprague
Owner/President
As owner and pharmacist-in-charge, Bret provides strategic leadership while maintaining hands-on patient care. His 20+ years in local pharmacy operations, including navigating disaster recovery during the 2016 floods, demonstrate unwavering commitment to community healthcare access.
Rita Cable
Licensed Technician
Rita brings decades of local pharmacy experience from her time at Winn-Dixie Pharmacy. She specializes in prescription processing and durable medical equipment assistance, ensuring efficient service while maintaining personal connections with regular customers.
Lacey Berthelot
Licensed Technician
Lacey supports medication dispensing and immunization programs with expertise developed over years of community pharmacy practice. Her technical proficiency and customer service orientation help maintain smooth daily operations for our medication synchronization program.
Elizabeth Long
Pharmacy Technician Student
Elizabeth gains hands-on experience in retail pharmacy operations while assisting with prescription preparation and patient education. Her training under experienced pharmacists prepares her to contribute to our long-term commitment to local healthcare excellence.
Questions
Do you offer immunizations?
Yes, we provide flu shots, shingles vaccines, travel immunizations, and other CDC-recommended vaccines.
Can you help manage multiple medications?
Our Medication Therapy Management program optimizes complex medication regimens for better health outcomes.
What is pharmacogenomic testing?
It uses genetic analysis to determine how medications will respond in your body for personalized treatment.
Do you have pet medication services?
Yes, we compound specialized pet medications for cats, dogs, and exotic animals requiring customized dosages.
Are there prescription discount programs?
We offer free prescription savings cards that reduce medication costs for uninsured patients.
What are your pharmacy hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9:30 AM-6 PM, Saturday 9:30 AM-3 PM, closed Sundays.
Reviews (4)
Loren Baker
Feb 05, 2022
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Local pharmacy. Traded up from CVS pharmacy to this one only a mere couple miles from me. They don't have the mail thing going for them but as close as they are to me personally I can get over that part. Besides, I like supporting local businesses and the pharmacist here is very polite and kind .
David Henderson
Jan 14, 2022
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Professional, friendly and locally owned
Much better service than your local Box pharmacy
They treat you like family
Much better service than your local Box pharmacy
They treat you like family
Tara Williams
Oct 24, 2021
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Absolutely love my small town pharmacy! They are so quick and friendly! They know my whole family by name and the customer service is phenomenal.Its a relationship that you dont get at big chain pharmacies. I am so glad that I have a trustworthy pharmacy to help take care of my familys needs. The only ones I trust!
Carolyn Sprague
Oct 18, 2019
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The most beautiful, welcoming and comforting pharmacy Ive ever seen! The inside of the pharmacy is just so mind blowing at how well its designed , you cant help but say wow when you first walk in! The pharmacist/owners did an amazing job creating Papas I also love that it represents one of the most life changing movies, The Shack! If you havent seen the movie I 100% recommend you watch it! I hope many people get to visit Papas !
