Sheila Kemp R.Ph., B.Sc.Phm CGP
Certified Geriatric Pharmacist
2009 Ontario Pharmacist of the Year
2009 Bowl of Hygeia Award Winner (Ontario)
As the owner of Aikenhead’s PharmaChoice, I strive to ensure that this pharmacy is the one who patients look to for current, knowledgeable information and exceptional pharmaceutical care. I am a strong advocate of continuing education and encourage my staff to work with me to achieve this goal. I continually look for needs within our community and specialize to meet those needs for our customers.
Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, University of Toronto, 1982
Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, American Society of Consultant Pharmacists
Primary Care Certification, Prato, Italy
CoaguChek INR Monitor Certification, Ottawa
Methadone Treatment Workshop, Ontario College of Pharmacists
Level 1 Certification in Diabetes Patient Care, Ontario Pharmacists’ Association
Level 1 Certification in Cardiovascular Patient Care, Ontario Pharmacists’ Association
Level 1 Certification in Women’s Health, Ontario Pharmacists’ Association
Preceptor for pharmacy students at University of Toronto and University of Waterloo
Ontario Board of Director, PharmaChoice
Compounding Pharmacist, Professional Compounding Centers of America
Immunization Certificate, Ontario Pharmacists’ Association
Honors and Awards:
2009 Pharmacist of the Year (Ontario Pharmacists’ Association) in recognition of outstanding service to the profession of pharmacy.
2009 Wyeth Consumer Healthcare Bowl of Hygeia Award, in recognition of commitment to community service.
2009 Outstanding Business of the Year, Renfrew Chamber of Commerce
Community Service:
Director, Bonnechere Manor Foundation
Past Director, Renfrew Rotary Club
Member and Past Director, Renfrew Business Initiatives Association (BIA)
Executive member and past president, Renfrew Tennis Club
Executive committee member & title sponsor of the annual Aikenhead’s Hospice Classic Golf Tournament, raising $73,000 since inception in 2007
Seller of Break Open tickets for Renfrew Victoria Hospital Auxiliary
Director, ESSO Women’s National Hockey Championships, 2002
Sponsor of many local sports teams and individual players