Middlesex Hospital, located in Middletown, has teamed up with Clearway Health, a specialty pharmacy services company based in Boston, to launch the health system’s first retail and specialty pharmacy. The new facility, which covers 1,867 square feet, is located at 536 Saybrook Road in Middletown, on the lower level of the Middlesex Health Cancer Center. It started serving patients on October 1, 2025, and is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.
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This partnership helps patients in Middlesex County and along the Connecticut shoreline get better access to important specialty medications. While Middlesex Hospital still provides inpatient pharmacy services for patients who are admitted, this new specialty pharmacy is focused on outpatient care. It also serves as an extra retail option for patients who have been affected by nearby pharmacy closures, helping to meet a crucial community need.
Vincent G. Capece, Jr., president and CEO of Middlesex Health, spoke about the importance of the pharmacy opening. He mentioned that managing chronic or complex health conditions can be tough, especially when it comes to getting the right medications. Capece said the new pharmacy is meant to help reduce financial stress and improve the patient experience by making medication access easier.
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David Giuffrida, vice president of healthcare facilities planning, design, and construction at Middlesex Health, explained that opening a specialty pharmacy involved careful planning. From choosing the location to designing the layout and incorporating technology, every step was thoughtfully considered. Giuffrida added that their partnership with Clearway Health helped speed up the process, allowing the pharmacy to open on time and within budget.
Christopher Wilson, PharmD, MBA, senior director of pharmacy operations at Clearway Health, said their teams worked closely to create a smooth workflow and support system for clinical staff, pharmacists, and patients. This teamwork helped them meet difficult certification and accreditation standards, ensuring the pharmacy follows high clinical and regulatory guidelines. Nicole Faucher, MS, president of Clearway Health, talked about the pharmacy’s proactive approach to patient care. She noted that Middlesex Hospital’s new program is designed to spot patients who need complex specialty medications early, remove obstacles to care, and make medication delivery more efficient. Faucher expressed excitement about working with Middlesex Hospital to improve specialty pharmacy services and provide better access for the local community.
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