Bouvier Pharmacy

A Legacy of Care in Marlborough, MA

Our Commitment

Quality Care, Personalized for You

Who We Are

Bouvier Pharmacy is a fourth-generation, family-owned healthcare services company. We are committed to providing collaborative care for both independent living and long-term care clients. Founded with a vision to transform care throughout Metrowest, we have fostered strong community relationships and take pride in being a trusted healthcare resource in the region.

What We Do

We provide personalized services, efficient medication management, and custom medical supplies tailored to the needs of individuals and healthcare facilities. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the healthcare experience for you and your loved ones, with a focus on compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of our community.

Our Team

Brian Bouvier

Owner

Before joining the family business, Brian was a vice president at Fidelity Investments, with roles in sales, product development, and relationship management. He holds a degree in Economics and Finance from the University of New Hampshire. Brian lives in Grafton with his wife and two daughters, where he coaches high school girls’ lacrosse and enjoys skiing and triathlons. He also serves on the Boards of St. Mary’s Credit Union, Marlboro Economic Development Corp, and UMass– Marlborough Hospital.

Ashley Gavin

PharmD, Pharmacy Manager

Ashley joined us in 2016 as our pharmacy manager. She holds a bachelors from Saint Anselm and a Doctorate in Pharmacy from MCPHS. Ashley leads the pharmacy team focused on customer care and clinical collaboration. She is a lifetime Marlboro resident.

Sandy McAvoy

Medical Equipment Manager

Sandy joined us in 2014 after a successful career with national medical equipment companies. She leads our medical equipment team with a strong passion for personal service and a commitment to simplifying healthcare. With extensive experience and expertise, she plays a key role in the department. Sandy currently resides in Worcester, MA.

A Legacy of Care and Commitment

We are a leading company dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their dreams through innovative solutions and exceptional services.

The Early Years

In 1900, a devastating fire ravaged the St. Jean’s Block on French Hill in Marlborough, Massachusetts, and with it, Cormier’s Drug Store—where Joseph A. Bouvier, the son of French immigrants, had honed his skills in pharmacy. When the store’s owner chose to retire, Joseph, rather than lamenting the loss of his job, saw an opportunity. He ventured out on his own, establishing the first Bouvier Pharmacy on Lincoln Street.

Lincoln Street, French Hill , Marlborough, MA — Lincoln Street in French Hill, c.1908; By Unknown photographer – Reproduced from an original postcard published by M. J. Reynolds, Public Domain, Link

The Bouvier Philosophy is Born

Joseph’s commitment to his community was unwavering. Through the hardships of the Great Depression, he not only provided vital services but also extended credit to those in need, trusting that his customers would pay when they were able. His reputation for personal, compassionate service laid the foundation for what would become a family legacy. His son Alfred and daughter Violet would later join him in the business, continuing his tradition of care and dedication.

Community Expansion

The 1950s brought a period of expansion, with Alfred and Violet leading the charge. In 1952, they built the present-day pharmacy on Lincoln Street in Marlborough, and in 1955, they acquired Carney’s Corner Drug Store on O’Grady’s Block at 44 Main Street, further solidifying the Bouvier name in the community.

A Family Affair

The 1960s marked the beginning of the third generation’s involvement, with four of Alfred’s sons Alfred Jr., Noel, Philippe and Tom joining the family business. In 1975, they acquired McCook’s Pharmacy, and shortly thereafter, they launched Surgical Pharmacy, a venture focused on providing medical supplies to doctors’ offices and hospitals. Also, adding a store in Lunenburg, MA.

As the years passed, Alfred Sr. continued to work alongside his sons until his retirement in 1990. Philippe Bouvier, one of his sons, would go on to lead the business until his own retirement in 2015.

125 Years of Service

Today, Bouvier Pharmacy stands as a testament to 125 years of service. With nearly 30 employees, it serves 51 cities and towns across Central Massachusetts, but its heart remains at 515 Lincoln Street. The business is now owned and operated by Brian Bouvier, the fourth generation of the Bouvier family. And though times have changed, the spirit of service that Joseph Bouvier began in 1900 continues through the family. David Bouvier manages the medical equipment department, while Roberta Bouvier oversees the billing department, ensuring that the legacy of personal care and community service endures.

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