
About Us
Forward Pharmacy Columbus is located at the former Sharrow’s Downtown, 100 S. Ludington St., in the historic four corners of Columbus, WI. The building has been home to Sharrow’s and Rexall Drug since 1855. Forward Pharmacy is proud and honored to carry on the tradition of quality patient care in this landmark location.
Our Services
- Vaccinations
- Online Refills
- Medicare Part D Assistance
- Expert care
- FREE delivery!
Our Pharmacists
Dave Downie
Pharmacist (float)
Michelle Dreger, PharmD
Managing Pharmacist
Michelle Dreger has been a PharmD for almost a decade, having graduated from UW-Madison’s School of Pharmacy in 2010. Over those years, Michelle has taken pride in helping a wide range of patients get the care they need and find the resources they need to stay healthy.
Ryan Bender, PharmD
Director of Clinical Services
Ryan Bender is the director of clinical services for Forward Pharmacy. He creates our standard of care for our immunization, comprehensive medication review, health screening and medication therapy management programs. He also practices at all of our stores so you will see him at McFarland, Deerfield, Columbus and Cottage Grove.
Amy Schellpfeffer, RPh
Pharmacist (float)
Amy Schellpfeffer has worked as a pharmacist since 1998, and with Forward Pharmacy since 2019. She has lived in the greater Madison area for almost 30 years.
Kristen Mabie, RPh
Co-Owner/Founder and Pharmacist (float)
Kristen Mabie is a pharmacist and co-founder of Forward Pharmacy. She and her husband, Matt, launched Forward Pharmacy to deliver superior service and patient care in her community.
Kim Shumaker, RPh
Pharmacist (float)
Kim is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy and has been practicing as a pharmacist in Dane County for 25 years. She has devoted much of the last 10 years providing consultations for people traveling outside the United States, and joined the Forward Pharmacy team in late 2021.
Our Staff
Sara Hanna
Pharmacy Technician
Nicole Noble
Head Pharmacy Technician (float)
Rylie O’Leary
Pharmacy Technician (float)
Your Community Healthcare Destination
Forward Pharmacy is passionate about serving our local communities. We strive to make it convenient for you and the people you care about to live a healthy life.
Transfer your prescriptions to Forward Pharmacy today and experience the difference a locally-owned pharmacy can make in your daily life!