Colen Pharmacy Closure Frequently Asked Questions

The last day to pick up your prescriptions at Colen pharmacy will be 11/30/2023.

In recent years, there have been big changes in how pharmacies work at community health centers like Venice Family Clinic. These changes were not something we could control. We had to make the difficult decision to reduce from three pharmacies to two.

We know this change may be inconvenient for you. We will help you get your medication at a pharmacy location that works for you.

Your prescription records will be automatically transferred to our pharmacy in Venice at 604 Rose Avenue. After 12/1/23, patients who used to use the pharmacy at Irma Colen Health Center can fill their prescriptions there.

If you prefer to fill your prescriptions at a different pharmacy, we can transfer your prescriptions to whatever pharmacy you choose. Call (310) 392-8636 to let us know which one you want to use.

We will send your prescriptions to whatever pharmacy you choose.

We have created a list of pharmacies within five miles of Irma Colen Health Center. We have a handout at the clinic and it is also available on our website. Click here for access.

You can request a copy of your prescription history at the pharmacy at Irma Colen Health Center until 11/30/2023. Starting 12/1/2023, you may request a copy of your prescription history at our pharmacy at 604 Rose Avenue in Venice or by calling (310) 392-8636.

All Venice Family Clinic pharmacies accept the same insurance.

Yes, we can transfer your prescription to any pharmacy you choose. You can call us to let us know which pharmacy you want to use, or you can have the other pharmacy call us. The phone number to call is (310) 392-8636. A list of pharmacies within five miles of Irma Colen Health Center is here.

You can have your prescriptions filled at any pharmacy that is convenient for you. A list of pharmacies within five miles of Irma Colen Health Center is here. Transportation to the pharmacy is available as a benefit for patients who have Medi-Cal.

Yes, you can still visit your clinician at Irma Colen Health Center.

We have no plans to make any other changes at Irma Colen Health Center at this time. You can count on the same high quality primary care, dental care, behavioral health services and health education support that you have come to expect from us.