Local South Side Pharmacy to add Walk-In Clinic

November 16, 2006 (PRLEAP.COM) Health News
Indianapolis – MindGent Healthcare Clinics is pleased to announce that another Corner Care Clinic opens November 20 in the Low Cost Pharmacy, located at 4076 S. Keystone Ave. on the city’s south side.

The Corner Care Clinic offering is in partnership with Cardinal Health, the leading provider of products and services supporting the health-care industry, and is exclusive to the wholesaler. Low Cost Pharmacy is a Leader® member pharmacy, the independent retail offering from Cardinal Health. Currently, there are more than 3,300 Leader® stores around the country.

Low Cost Pharmacy already provides low prices to customers and the addition of a Corner Care Clinic only adds to its already undeniable benefit to the community. Since 1979, pharmacy manager Bill Shinkle and pharmacist Bruce Campbell have overseen the operation and care of their clients, but this new venture gives customers a more convenient and cost-effective health-care option.

“I have many customers who don’t have their own physician,” Shinkle said. “This allows them to seek treatment for minor ailments and be referred to physicians for more acute issues.”

Corner Care Clinics are staffed by nurse practitioners licensed to treat minor illnesses including bronchitis, strep throat, ear infections and flu. They can also administer several types of wellness screenings and vaccinations.

MindGent, under the direction of President and CEO Julie Beckner, has found the consumer wants a walk-in, convenient and cost-effective clinic that is in their neighborhood, and plans to open clinics throughout the nation.

About MindGent Healthcare Clinics
MindGent Healthcare Clinics, a subsidiary of MindGent Healthcare Services, provides evidence-based medical care through its minor care clinics. Founded on the principals of quality healthcare by experienced healthcare professionals, MindGent Healthcare Clinics is committed to delivering Convenient, Compassionate and Cost-Effective patient care. For more information, visit the company’s Web site, www.mindgenthealthcare.com

About Cardinal Health
Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is an $81 billion, global company serving the health-care industry with a broad portfolio of products and services. Through its diverse offerings, Cardinal Health delivers health-care solutions that help customers reduce their costs, improve safety and productivity, and deliver better care to patients. The company manufacturers, packages and distributes pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, offers a range of clinical services and develops automation products that improve the management and delivery of supplies and medication for hospitals, physician offices and pharmacies. Ranked No. 19 on the Fortune 500, Cardinal Health employs more than 55,000 people on six continents. More information about the company may be found at cardinalhealth.com.