R. Lynn Shumake, PD - Natural Medicine Pharmacist/Custom Compounder

EDUCATION

Lynn has a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy from St. Louis College of Pharmacy, a Residency from Boston's New England Medical Center, and a Master's Psychology Degree in Applied Behavioral Sciences from Johns Hopkins University. 

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

Lynn's professional training has included I.V. Admixture Programs, Nutritional Support Services, Managed Care systems, Home Infusion, and Pharmacy Administrative positions at Johns Hopkins Hospital and the University of Maryland Medical System.  Lynn's natural products and medical herbalism training has occurred through extensive readings, intensive workshops, and a preceptorship with two certified professional herbalists.

TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY

As a certified compounder within the pharmacy profession and a student of natural medicine, Lynn seeks to bridge the gap between traditional and conventional medicine making.  He practices as a holistic pharmacist with a natural medicine background, counseling clients in their use of allopathic medicines and natural remedies.

"I specialize in customized compounding.  I combine herbs to make formulas that specifically address individualized needs.  These compounds are freshly prepared from wildcrafted medicinal herbs, or weeds, in the Howard County area.  Remember... one man's weed is another man's medicine."

"I frequently remind folks that healthcare begins in the garden; healthy plants lead to healthy people; healthy people lead to a healthier society.  I am committed to insuring that my clients receive quality products from healthy medicinal plants."
 

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