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Established in 2016, The Pharmacy is a locally owned, independent pharmacy. Our primary focus is our community and the patients within. Our friendly pharmacists and technicians are vested in Florence and desire to seek overall quality care and efficient, affordable healthcare solutions. We love our customers. You are not merely a number, but an important part of our pharmacy family. The Pharmacy teams strives daily to make a difference in the lives of the Pee Dee region and beyond. We extend to you comprehensive medical reviews, medication management services, immunizations, medication adherence packaging, compounding, and much more!! If you’re tired of being a number and want to make a difference, replace the “i” in illness with “we” and you have wellness. At The Pharmacy, we aim to take your wellness to the next level.
Meet the Pharmacists
Jarrod B. Tippins, PharmD
Jarrod B. Tippins, PharmD, is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and community leader dedicated to advancing healthcare innovation and expanding access to exceptional patient care across South Carolina. A lifelong resident of the Pee Dee region, Jarrod was born and raised in lower Florence County, graduated from Lake City High School, and earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy in 2009.
Following graduation, Jarrod began his career with CVS Pharmacy, where he was recognized as an Emerging Leader. In 2016, he fulfilled a lifelong dream by opening THE Pharmacy in Florence, South Carolina. Soon thereafter, he became co-owner of Moss Compounding Pharmacy and integrated its services into THE Pharmacy, expanding access to specialized compounding and personalized pharmacy care.
Today, Jarrod is the owner of THE Pharmacy and Vital Care of Florence. Under his leadership, THE Pharmacy has grown into one of the largest independent pharmacies in the Southeast, earning a reputation for innovation, operational excellence, and exceptional patient care. Through Vital Care of Florence, he oversees infusion therapy and sterile compounding services that provide patients throughout the region with access to advanced, life-changing treatments.
In 2025, Governor Henry McMaster appointed Jarrod to represent South Carolina’s Seventh Congressional District on the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. In this role, he works alongside fellow board members to protect the public, uphold the integrity of the profession, and support the continued advancement of pharmacy practice throughout the state.
Jarrod has received numerous honors recognizing his leadership and contributions to healthcare. He was named Distinguished Young Pharmacist of the Year by the South Carolina Pharmacy Association, received the Association’s Excellence in Innovation Award in 2022, was recognized as the 2023 Outstanding Young Alumnus by the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy, and was honored as the 2023 Small Business Person of the Year by the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce. He also served as Pee Dee Region Director for the South Carolina Pharmacy Association and President of the Pee Dee Pharmacy Association and remains an active member of both the South Carolina Pharmacy Association and the National Community Pharmacists Association.
Beyond pharmacy, Jarrod is passionate about strengthening his community. He serves as President of The Palmetto Partnership of All 4 Autism and Treasurer of the McLeod Health Foundation Board of Trustees. He is also an active member of the Florence Rotary Club and previously served on the Florence County Disabilities Foundation Board of Directors.
A strong advocate for education and workforce development, Jarrod actively supports Florence One Schools and the mission of the Poynor School of Healthcare Innovation, helping inspire students to pursue careers in healthcare.
As a member of the Liberty Fellowship Class of 2025, Jarrod continues to develop collaborative leadership solutions to address South Carolina’s most pressing opportunities and challenges. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to innovation, mentorship, and service while continually seeking new ways to improve healthcare access and improve patient outcomes.
Outside of work, Jarrod enjoys traveling, attending University of South Carolina Gamecocks sporting events, equestrian pursuits, and spending time with his wife, Jill, and their family and friends.
Jillian Wilkes Tippins, PharmD
Jillian Wilkes Tippins, PharmD, is a dedicated pharmacist and lifelong resident of South Carolina’s Pee Dee region. Born and raised in Scranton, she earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree, graduating cum laude, from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy in 2009. She went on to complete a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at McLeod Regional Medical Center in 2010.
Jill spent 12 years as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at the Florence VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic, where she provided comprehensive, patient-centered care with a focus on anticoagulation, diabetes, lipid management, and hypertension. Her work emphasized improving chronic disease outcomes and building meaningful relationships with her patients.
Following her time with the VA, Jill transitioned to community pharmacy practice at The Pharmacy, where she works alongside her husband, Jarrod. Together, they are passionate about serving their community and delivering personalized, high-quality care. When she’s not on the pharmacy side, you can often find her in the gift shop, helping customers thoughtfully select the perfect gift.
She is a member of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and the South Carolina Pharmacy Association (SCPhA). Jill currently serves on the SCPhA Foundation Board, where she is committed to supporting innovation in pharmacy practice while preserving the profession’s legacy in South Carolina. She is also a member of the USC 500 and volunteers with the CommUnity Shop at the University of South Carolina, supporting students by providing access to essential resources such as food and clothing.
Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Jill enjoys spending time with family and friends, shopping, traveling, and cheering on the University of South Carolina Gamecocks.
Carla R. Julian, PharmD
Born and raised in Bennettsville, South Carolina, Carla is a life-long resident of the Pee Dee. Carla graduated cum laude from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy in 2009. Carla focused her career in the fast-paced, fluid world of retail pharmacy. Carla began her career in independent pharmacies in the Pee Dee Region. Prior to graduation, Carla accepted a position with Walgreens and continuously advanced her career within the Walgreen Corporation, opening the first specialty pharmacy for Walgreens in SC. In 2019, Carla joined a fellow graduate, Jarrod Tippins and team at THE Pharmacy in Florence, SC. She feels right at home and is happy to be back to her independent pharmacy roots. She enjoys making difference in her community and directly impacting the lives of others on a daily basis. While pharmacy may be Carla’s job and license, her true passion is her family to whom she is devoted beyond measure. Every hour Carla is not working is spent with her husband, Marsh, her four precious children, Redding, Grace Livingston, and twins, Mayers and Stokes. Carla also enjoys South Carolina Gamecock sporting events, gardening, traveling, and helping with THE Pharmacy Gifts.
Chase Gray, PharmD
A native of Florence County, Chase graduated pharmacy school from South University where he was a part of the Rho Chi Honor Society. He began his pharmacy career in 2015 at CVS pharmacy where he was a pharmacy manager for over six years. While at CVS he was the recipient of The Paragon Award which honors the companies best employees who serve in patient centered environments. Chase joined the team at THE Pharmacy in 2021 and has certainly found his home. He enjoys making an impact in his community and can’t wait to see what the future holds for THE Pharmacy. When not at work, Chase is an outdoorsman. He also enjoys spending time with his family, friends, his wife Morgan but most of all his black lab Sage.
Josey L. Rhodes, PharmD
Josey graduated from the College of Pharmacy at the Medical University of South Carolina in 2016. She began her career at CVS in Hemingway where she served that community for 5 years. Although grateful for her relationships and experiences in the retail setting, she is excited to embark on her new journey at THE Pharmacy. When Josey isn’t working, she enjoys serving her church and community as well as spending time with her husband, Jordy and children, Robert and Polly.
Jordan C. Yarborough, PharmD, PharmD
Jordan is a native of Scranton, South Carolina. He graduated from Lake City High School in 2019. Upon graduation, he enrolled in The University of South Carolina Sumter, where he studied pre-pharmacy. He later began his career in pharmacy in 2021 working as an intern at THE Pharmacy. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy in 2025. He is excited to begin working as a pharmacist and serve the Florence community. Outside of THE Pharmacy Jordan enjoys supporting his church, cheering on the Gamecocks, and spending time with his wife Brooklyn and the rest of his family and friends.