Medicine Shoppe Departure Bay Nanaimo

03/08/2026

Here's to strong women, caring hearts, and healthy communities. Happy International Women's Day from all of us at The Medicine Shoppe Departure Bay Nanaimo !

03/06/2026

Cholesterol questions? Our pharmacists have answers and a plan to help you feel confident about your heart health.

03/05/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞?
𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: See a licensed BC doctor today without needing a family doctor.
𝐎𝐧𝐞-𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞: We handle the process from your virtual consultation right through to your pharmacy needs.
𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Talk to a doctor by phone or video, then pick up your prescription here or have it delivered at no extra cost!

Call us at 250-760-0073 or visit us at 4186 Departure Bay Rd for a chat! We are happy to help you!

03/04/2026

🚨 ACCESS TO MEDICAL CARE IS ONE OF THE MOST PRESSING CHALLENGES WE FACE HERE ON VANCOUVER ISLAND.🚨

✨ NEED CARE BUT CAN’T SEE YOUR DOCTOR SOON? ✨
We’re here to help.
At Medicine Shoppe Departure Bay
📍 4186A Departure Bay Road, Nanaimo
📞 250-760-0073
and
At Medicine Shoppe Parksville
📍 192 Island Highway West
📞 250-248-6695

Through our partnership with Avee Health, we provide:
🔹 ✅ Same-day virtual access to BC-licensed physicians
🔹 ✅ For EVERYONE — with or without a family doctor
🔹 ✅ For patients who have a family doctor but can’t get in soon enough
🔹 ✅ Pharmacist assessment of your condition
🔹 ✅ We help you book
🔹 ✅ We connect you with the doctor
🔹 ✅ We fill your prescription — all in one stop

💙 Healthcare shouldn’t be stressful, and you definitely don’t have to navigate it alone.

Accessible care. Local support. Right in your community.

Your Health, Our Priority
Prescription/Compounding
Free Delivery
Complimentary Blisterpacking

03/04/2026

Healthcare is evolving, and we’re making sure you’re at the forefront! We’ve moved beyond the "old way" of long waits and calendar-scrambling, embracing technology to bring the doctor’s office directly to you.

Through our partnership with Avee Health, we’ve combined modern virtual access with the personal, trusted care you expect from The Medicine Shoppe.

Why this is the future of your local care:
𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝: Get same-day access to licensed BC doctors without the clinic wait.
𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: From your consultation to your prescription, it’s a seamless, one-stop process.
𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: No family doctor required—we’re here to bridge the gap.
𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞: We offer free local delivery to bring your medications right to your door.

Ready to experience care that keeps pace with your life? Visit or call us at 250-760-0073!

03/03/2026

Waiting rooms? We don’t know her. 🙅‍♀️✨

Get same-day doctor visits from your couch through our partnership with Avee Health. It’s fast, MSP-covered, and we even deliver your prescriptions for free!

Call us at 250-760-0073 to get started!

03/03/2026

Vitamins and minerals help keep your body running at its best
While a balanced diet covers most needs, some people may benefit from supplements, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, changes in lifestyle, or certain health conditions.

Because everyone's needs are different, choosing the right supplement matters. Our pharmacists are here to help you figure out what's essential, what you might be missing, and what's right for you.

Stop by the pharmacy or visit our website to learn more!
https://www.medicineshoppe.ca/en/article/health/vitamins-and-minerals/?utm_campaign=SMS_332

03/02/2026

Need to see a doctor today? 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧. 🩺

We’ve teamed up with 𝐀𝐯𝐞𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 to take the stress out of your healthcare. By partnering with us, you get same-day access to licensed BC doctors—no family doctor or long waitlists required.

We got you covered from scheduling your virtual consultation to your pharmacy pickup or delivery. We handle the details so you can focus on feeling better.

Ready to get started? Give us a call at 𝟐𝟓𝟎-𝟕𝟔𝟎-𝟎𝟎𝟕𝟑, or visit us at 4186 Departure Bay Rd for a chat! We are happy to help you.

03/01/2026

Tree, grass, and w**d pollen peak at different times. Understanding pollen seasons can help you plan ahead for allergy relief.
https://www.medicineshoppe.ca/en/british-columbia/nanaimo/the-medicine-shoppe-pharmacy-332-7008796/?utm_campaign=SMS_332

02/27/2026

We’ve partnered with Avee Health to bring you doctor access that is high-quality, efficient, and—most importantly—fast! Skip the waiting room and get same-day virtual consultations with licensed BC doctors right here at The Medicine Shoppe Departure Bay.

Whether you need a renewal or a new prescription, we’ll get you set up and have your medication ready in no time.

Give us a call at 𝟐𝟓𝟎-𝟕𝟔𝟎-𝟎𝟎𝟕𝟑, or come stop by at 4186 Departure Bay Rd for a chat!

Plus, dont forget, we offer 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 to save you even more time!

02/27/2026

Are you ready for the 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 tomorrow? 🌿✨
The 𝑴𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒆 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐲 team are officially prepped and ready for a great day at the Beban Park Social Center this Saturday, Feb 28! We’re joining 75 exhibitors to help you feel your best, but we’re bringing a little extra fun to our booth:

𝔼𝕩𝕡𝕖𝕣𝕥 𝔸𝕕𝕧𝕚𝕔𝕖: Our pharmacist will be there to answer your questions and chat about our services.
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝑮𝒊𝒇𝒕: We have a limited number of giveaways with a hidden surprise inside! 🤫🎁
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐞: Don’t forget to drop your name in for our big prize draw.
See you on Saturday and let's talk about your wellness journey!

Pro-tip: Since our mystery giveaways are limited, make us one of your first stops when the doors open! See you there! 👋🏻

02/27/2026

For patients with sensitivities, swallowing difficulties, or unique dosing needs, our pharmacy offers personalized compounding solutions.
https://medicineshopper.ca/services/compounding-prescriptions/