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About Us
About Alt Pharma
A Pharmacist Who Came Back for Hollister
Alt Pharma is owned and operated by S. Ali Nowbar, R.Ph., MBA, J.D., a pharmacist with over four decades of experience serving patients across California.
English & Spanish
Bilingual consultations available.
- B.S. in Pharmacy and MBA from the University of Washington
- J.D. with Certificate in Dispute Resolution from Willamette University College of Law
- Certified Immunization Pharmacist (CIP) and MTM Certified
- California Pharmacists Association member since 2002, California State Bar member since 1995
Why Alt Pharma
What Makes Us Different
Long lines, strangers behind the counter, and pharmacists too rushed to talk. Sound familiar? Alt Pharma is the independent pharmacy in Hollister, CA, built to be the opposite of all that. No corporate red tape, no automated systems. Just a pharmacist who shows up for you every single day.
1
Same Pharmacist, Every Visit
Ali Nowbar, R.Ph., is not a rotating face. With 40+ years in pharmacy, he's here daily, personally reviewing your prescriptions and answering your questions.
2
English and Spanish Consultations
Over 41% of Hollister households speak Spanish at home. At Alt Pharma, you can discuss your medications in the language you're most comfortable with.
3
Fill Prescriptions on the Way Out
We're roughly 200 feet from Hazel Hawkins medical offices and McCray Laboratory. See your doctor, get your labs, and pick up your medications all in one stop.
Common Questions
What Patients Ask Us Most
New to Alt Pharma? Here are answers to the questions we hear most from patients in Hollister and San Benito County.
Easy. Call us at (831) 664-1150 or use the Quick Rx app. Give us your current pharmacy details and we take care of the rest on our end.
We accept all insurance plans. If you have questions about your specific coverage or need help with a prior authorization, our pharmacist can walk you through it in person or over the phone.
Yes. Our pharmacist provides consultations in both English and Spanish. Over 41% of Hollister households speak Spanish at home, and we believe understanding your medications should never be a barrier to good care.
Yes. Our pharmacist is a Certified Immunization Pharmacist. We offer flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, and additional immunizations. All insurance plans accepted. Walk-ins are welcome.
We're at 581 McCray Street, Suite A, Hollister, CA 95023, steps from Hazel Hawkins medical offices and McCray Laboratory. Open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday and Sunday Closed.
Ready to transfer your Rx?
Give us a call: (831) 664-1150
Pharmacy Hours
Mon-Fri: 09:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat: Closed, Sun: Closed
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