Abadir Nasr

Pharmacist, Business Owner

Early Life

Abadir Nasr grew up in Assiut, Eygpt. In 2001, he graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration from Assiut University. Shortly after graduating, Abadir moved to Ontario, Canada, and worked part-time and full-time pharmacist roles for various companies. 

Career

Abadir Nasr is a dedicated pharmacist with over 20 years of experience. Since earning his BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration in 2001, he has cultivated a career that emphasizes safe medication dispensing, patient counselling, and drug therapy outcome optimization.

Nasr's work history includes pharmacist roles at Shoppers Drug Mart, Rexall, and Exeter Guardian Pharmacy. Currently, he operates Whitfield Guardian Pharmacy in Elmvale, Ontario, and Midland Clinic IDA Pharmacy in Midland. He also owns a wholesaling company in Oakville called Arvazy.

Nasr's dedication to continuous learning is evident in his specialized certifications, including an OPA Injections and Immunization Certificate (2014) and a CAMH Opioid Dependence Treatment Certificate (2017), which equip him to promote public health and contribute to addiction treatment programs. Nasr uses his great communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and dedication to patient well-being to improve his pharmacy practice on a daily basis.

Achievements

  • Owner of two pharmacies and a wholesaling company in Ontario
  • Donated $50,000 to Georgian Bay Hospital, earning a plaque with his name as recognition of his contributions to community healthcare 
  • Holds a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration from Assiut University
  • Certified in OPA Injections and Immunization and CAMH Opioid Dependence Treatment
  • Recently celebrated Whitfield Guardian Pharmacy’s 70th anniversary 
  • Actively supports local food banks 
  • Sponsors a youth hockey team