Medical Arts Pharmacy History
The original mission of fast, accurate and personal prescription services has remained intact since 1959 and expanded to include delivering enhanced services such as smoking cessation programs that go beyond traditional pharmacy services. We stand apart from the big box pharmacies because Medical Arts is local, accessible, fast and friendly. At Medical Arts, people are valued and not just another number.
1959
Medical Arts Pharmacy was founded in Fayetteville, Arkansas, by Bob Patrick. Bob graduated from the University of Arkansas School of Pharmacy in Little Rock and served in the Army National Guard. He was stationed at Fort Chaffee in Fort Smith, Fort Hood, Texas, and Karlsrhue, Germany. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returned to Fayetteville to begin his career in pharmacy as the owner-operator of Medical Arts Pharmacy in 1959.
1998
Michael Smith of Fayetteville became the owner-operator of Medical Arts. Michael graduated from UAMS School of Pharmacy in 1997. From 1999 to 2016, Michael partnered with Matt Taylor of Fayetteville, as co-owners and operators of Medical Arts Pharmacy. Michael currently works for Fellowship Fayetteville as a pastor and enjoys spending time with his family. His wife, Leigh, still works at Medical Arts.
1999
After 40 years, Medical Arts founder Bob Patrick retired in 1999.
2002
Originally located on Spring Street in Fayetteville, Medical Arts Pharmacy was the first pharmacy in Fayetteville to have a Drive-Through prescription service. Medical Arts moved to its current Fayetteville location at 2515 E. Huntsville Rd in 2002 and expanded its business to include home health supplies and services.
2015
In 2015, Medical Arts Pharmacy opened a second location in Elkins. Located at 2127 N. Center Street, the Medical Arts Pharmacy Elkins location is conveniently located next to the Elkins MANA physician’s office.
2016
In 2016, Medical Arts Pharmacy merged with Phil Rozell of Southgate Pharmacy. Phil, a long-time local independent pharmacist currently owns and manages both Medical Arts Pharmacy locations. He continues the core values of fast, accurate, and personal service that have always made Medical Arts stand out above the rest.