Ask any independent pharmacist why they went into the industry—and more importantly, why they’ve stayed—and they’ll likely give you the same answer: the patients.For all the niche medication knowledge, clinical skills, and business savvy pharmacists bring to the table, one thing comes up again and again: the most rewarding part of the job is caring for the people in your community. Depending on your patient base, you might serve hundreds—if not thousands—of people every week. And with that volume, it’s not always easy to keep up, let alone maintain the personal connection that independent pharmacies are known for.