I am Nabil Fakih, a professional pharmacist born and raised in Tyre, Lebanon. I immigrated to the United

States of America in 1994 to pursue my college studies. After spending few years working, I was inspired to open my own community pharmacy in my hometown in Michigan. I have been married for 16 years and has three daughters. My wife, Mona Fakih, also works in the medical field as an obstetrician gynecologist in Dearborn, Michigan. The local pharmacy I own, Dearborn Heights Pharmacy, provides services to over 25,000 patients and fills an average of 600 prescriptions per day.

As a community pharmacist and a pharmacy owner in Dearborn, Michigan, I always do my best to give my customers exceptional pharmaceutical services. Mornings spent in my pharmacy are usually the busiest part of the day since many of our customers choose mornings to come in and collect their prescriptions. I, Nabil Fakih, do not only dispense medicines, but I also give my community members some advice and other services which I think could contribute to their healthy lifestyle.

I, Nabil Fakih, also started a local anti-drug campaign “Say No To Drugs” and regularly donate to local churches, mosques, police and fire department, and community sporting events. Since I advocate for anti-illegal drugs, I am able to offer support and recommend services that could help many of my customers who are having trouble with addiction.

More and more people in my community in Dearborn appreciate the fact that they do not only get their medicines, but also professional advice, tips and recommendations when they walk in Dearborn Heights Pharmacy. Working in my pharmacy for more than a decade helped me build rapport and most especially trust with my patients. It makes my job feel more fulfilling and worthwhile when I can offer my help and services to people who I regularly see in my community.

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