About Us
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide our customers with the products and services necessary to meet their individual healthcare needs, through innovation and technology, at a competitive price, from a highly qualified, professional pharmacy team.
Our History
The PharmaCare Network, conceived by John H. Balch, RPh, as an independent retail pharmacy has progressed into the area’s leading supplier of pharmaceutical products and services. The first store opened October 1, 1977, under the name of Bedford Road Pharmacy, Inc. What began as a small retail space next to a grocery store has grown into a destination point for pharmacy and home healthcare-related items that greatly benefit the residents of the tri-state area.
Over the last 48 years, The PharmaCare Network has grown to include five retail pharmacies, a home medical equipment location, institutional pharmacy, and infusion pharmacy.
Management Team
The management team at The PharmaCare Network is led by the company's CEO/President John H. Balch, RPh. It is from his vision that The PharmaCare Network has grown to what it is today. As a part of this vision and to show his continued support for the employees, Mr. Balch created an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for which the employees own a 30% share in the business.
The management team is comprised of the Directors of the ESOP. It is the responsibility of this team to continue this vision by increasing performance, productivity, and profitability.
John H. Balch
CEO/President
John H. Balch serves as the CEO/President. Mr. Balch is the founder and owner of The PharmaCare Network. Through his leadership and vision, Mr. Balch sets the course for the Executive Management Team to follow. Mr. Balch is a graduate of The University of Maryland where he received his Bachelor’s of Pharmacy degree. Mr. Balch served on multiple local, state, and national advisory boards. John resides in Cumberland, MD with his wife.
Chad A. Corwell, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Chad Corwell serves as the Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Corwell is responsible for the day-to-day operations for all locations. Mr. Corwell is a graduate of Frostburg State University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, as well as, his Master’s in Business Administration. Mr. Corwell has been with The PharmaCare Network for 28 years. Chad resides in Fort Ashby, WV with his wife and two children.
Julie M. Christopher
Chief Financial Officer
Julie Christopher serves as the Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Christopher is responsible for overseeing the financial activites of the company including analyzing financial performance and managing cashflow. Ms. Christopher is a graduate of Frostburg State University where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in accounting. Ms. Christopher has been with The PharmaCare Network for 18 years. Julie resides in Cumberland, MD. She has two children and three grandchildren.
Randy Trumble, RPh
Director of Retail Pharmacy Services
Randy R. Trumbule serves as the Director of Retail Pharmacies. Mr. Trumbule is responsible for managing and directing the five retail pharmacies. Mr. Trumbule is a graduate of West Virginia University where he received his Bachelor's of Pharmacy degree. Mr. Trumbule has been with The PharmaCare Network for 24 years. Randy resides in Lavale, MD with his wife. They have 2 children and 2 grandchildren.
Steven D. Lowery, PharmD
Director of Institutional Pharmacy Services
Steven Lowery serves as the Director of Institiutional Pharmacy Services. Mr. Lowery is responsible for managing and directing our closed door institutional pharmacy. Mr. Lowery is a graduate of Creighton University where he received his Doctorate of Pharmacy degree. Mr. Lowery has been with The PharmaCare Network for 27 years. Steve resides in Lavale, MD with his wife and two children.
Keith M. Pirolozzi, PharmD
Director of Outpatient Pharmacy Services
Keith Pirolozzi serves as the Director of Outpatient Pharmacy Services. He oversees outpatient programs with community partners including the Allegany County Health Department, UMPC Western Maryland hospital and local physician offices. Mr. Pirolozzi is a graduate of Shenandoah University where he received his Doctorate of Pharmacy degree. Mr. Pirolozzi has been with The PharmaCare Network for 25 years. Keith resides in Frostburg, MD with his wife and two children.
Jodi L. Chamberlain, PHR
Director of Human Resources
Jodi Chamberlain serves as the Director of Human Resources. Mrs. Chamberlain is responsible for all Human Resources functions including hiring, benefits management, employee recognition, training, etc. Mrs. Chamberlain is a graduate of California University of Pennsylvania where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Human Resources management with a minor in Psychology. Mrs. Chamberlain has over 27 years of Human Resources Experience in manufacturing, hospitality, and non-profits. She has been with The PharmaCare Network for 13 years and is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management, and a member of Sigma Kappa national sorority. Jodi resides in Bedford, PA with her husband Jeff, two sons, and two dogs.
Jennifer L. Hare
Marketing & Public Relations Director
Jennifer Hare serves as the Marketing & Public Relations Director. Mrs. Hare is responsible for all marketing and public relations functions including advertising, promotions, donations, brand messaging, social media, etc. Mrs. Hare is a graduate of West Virginia University where she received her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. Mrs. Hare has been with The PharmaCare Network for 24 years and is a member of the Allegany County Chamber of Commerce's Education and Workforce Development Committee. She is also a member of the South Cumberland Business & Civic Associationn. In addition she is the board chair of the Fort Hill Scholarship Fund, and is the coordinator of AGES (Allegany Garrett Elder Services). Jennifer resides in Cumberland, MD with her husband Steve. They have two children.
Krista Barry
Director of Compliance
Krista Barry serves as the Director of Compliance. Ms. Barry is responsible for inspections, accreditation, implementation of policy, and HIPAA. She is a graduate of West Virginia University-Potomac State College where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management. Ms. Barry has been with The PharmaCare Network for 17 years. She currently serves on two local non-profit board of directors supporting our community. She is also the adjunct instructor at Allegany College of MD for the Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program. Krista resides in Cumberland, MD with her significant other, Craig, and their dog, Ruby.