Vince Zuccaro

Pharmacist 

• E-mail: vince@macdonaldsrx.com

Vince, a UBC pharmacy graduate in 1974, joined Macdonald's Prescriptions that same year. Soon after, he became Pharmacy Manager for Macdonald’s #2. On April 1st, 1985, he purchased Macdonald’s where he continued to operate the business until 2020. A compounding and chemicals specialist, Vince's enduring dedication has shaped Macdonald's legacy. Although Vince slowly began his retirement in 2020, he still keeps a space on our website as we would not be where we are today without his dedication and commitment to Macdonald's.

Vince was born in Italy and moved to Canada in 1955 where his family settled in Vancouver. During his retirement, Vince has been enjoying golfing, going to his cabin on the Sunshine Coast spending time with his two grandsons and travelling with his wife.

Jeff Curtis

Pharmacist / Owner / Manager - Fairmont Location

• E-mail: jeff@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 872-2662

Jeff, a pharmacy industry professional since 1985 and a UBC Faculty of Pharmacy graduate in 1993, joined Macdonald's Prescriptions in 1991. Currently serving as a co-owner and Pharmacy Manager at the Fairmont Medical Building location, Jeff excels as a compounding specialist. His expertise allows him to offer unique pharmaceutical solutions, including compound creams, sterile eye drops and injection preparations that are unavailable elsewhere. 

Michelle Zuccaro

Director of Operations / Owner 

• E-mail: michelle@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 872-4200 Ext.5

Michelle's venture into the pharmaceutical business began at the age of 10 when she started dusting the shelves at Macdonald's Prescriptions. A University of Victoria graduate, she worked in pharmacies in both Duncan and Victoria during her time there.  She began working in the Renal Pharmacy and Clinics Department in 2006. In 2012, Michelle moved into the position of Director of Operations, where she now oversees the company as a whole. She thrives in the fast-paced environment and can be heard saying 'you'll never watch paint dry on the walls of Macdonald's since there is always something to do!' 

In her spare time, she enjoys going to her family cabin on the Sunshine Coast and spending time with her husband and son.

Fun Fact: Her favourite animal is a koala.

Eva Willingdon

Lab Manager / Registered Pharmacy Technician / Owner

• E-mail: eva@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone:  (604) 227-6942 Ext 2

Eva graduated from university in 2002, becoming a Licensed Pharmacy Technician in 2005. She joined Macdonald's Prescriptions in 2017 and soon after became the Compounding Lab Manager.  She enjoys being able to problem solve for all of her patients and physicians. 

In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her family and friends, enjoys the outdoors, hiking and kayaking. 

Fun fact: Eva has lived in 3 countries and she loves to drive real fast! 

Ryan McBride

Pharmacist / Pharmacy Manager - Renal Pharmacy & Clinics

• E-mail: ryan@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

 Ryan began working at Macdonald's as a UBC Pharmacy Student in 2014 before becoming a Licensed Pharmacist in 2017. He became the Renal Pharmacy Manager in July 2022. He enjoys learning about newly discovered medications and treatments for conditions that have been around for a long time, getting to follow patients over the health journeys and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. 

Outside of work Ryan enjoys golfing, biking and trying new bakeries and restaurants. 

Fun fact: Ryan hit his first hole in one in elementary school... and he is still on the search for his next one!

Danka Grguric

Pharmacist - Renal Pharmacy

• E-mail: danka@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

Danka immigrated to Canada from her native Croatia where she graduated in 1980 and worked as a licensed pharmacist for 14 years. We were very fortunate that Danka came knocking on our door looking for employment as a pharmacy assistant. Having experience in compounding, Danka quickly became our main compounding technician in our compounding lab. After obtaining her Canadian pharmacy license in 2000, Danka was transferred to work as a pharmacist in our newly established Renal Pharmacy. During the last 20 years, Danka has become one of the most knowledgeable renal pharmacists in British Columbia. Her knowledge of renal disease and medication has made Macdonald’s Prescriptions a true renal center resource in B.C. Her dedication to her patients is second to none and the appreciation shown to her by her patients and peers prove that.

Danka is married and has one grown daughter and a beautiful grandson.

Mike Athanassakis

Pharmacist / Assistant Manager - Fairmont Location / Owner

• E-mail: mike@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 872-2662

Mike graduated from the Faculty of Pharmacy at UBC in 2014. Mike joined our pharmacy team in the Fairmont Location in 2019. He enjoys helping patients find solutions to their issues and education patients on how they can optimize their health. 

Outside of work, Mike enjoys playing recreational hockey, golfing, reading health and history books, collecting sneakers and venturing to every Italian restaurant in the Lower Mainland. 

Fun fact: Mike was a 3-time spelling bee champion as a child!

Patrick Derritt

Pharmacist - Renal Pharmacy & Compounding Lab

• E-mail: patrick@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

Patrick began working at Macdonald's as a UBC Pharmacy student in 2016 before becoming a Licensed Pharmacist in 2019. He enjoys working at Macdonald's because we are always learning about new and interesting compounds. It's fulfilling to be able to help fill the gap when it comes to medication shortages and creating formulas to compound suitable replacements or alternatives for patients and to support them with their specific healthcare needs.

Outside of work, Patrick enjoys playing with his two cats, hiking, camping during the summer and travelling abroad.  

Fun fact: Patrick won the Grade 10 talent show for solving a Rubik's Cube in front of the entire school. 

Dan Brown

Pharmacist - Renal Pharmacy

• E-mail: danb@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

Dan joined our pharmacy team in the Renal Pharmacy in January of 2011 after graduating from the Faculty of Pharmacy at UBC in 2010 as a mature student. Along with his pharmacy training, this has enabled him to help our patients with empathy and patience. Dan feels extremely fortunate to be working with such a dedicated team at Macdonald’s Prescriptions Renal Pharmacy. He particularly enjoys attending evening and weekend seminars and symposiums to further enhance his clinical knowledge and skills in his community practice.

In addition to his pharmaceutical expertise, Dan with his wife Mary Ann, both enjoy experiencing Vancouver’s culinary diversity and have many great recommendations on the city’s best eats!

Fun fact: Dan and his wife went to Las Vegas for their 10th wedding anniversary and renewed their vows with Elvis at the Graceland Wedding Chapel. 

Janice Leung

Pharmacist - Renal Pharmacy

• E-mail: janice@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

Janice joined the pharmacy team in November 2015. She graduated from the Faculty of Pharmacy at UBC in 2012 and also completed a Bachelor in Science in Biochemistry in 2006. She is a caring and self-motivated pharmacist with a passion for helping patients with their medication needs. She always pays attention to detail to ensure her patients receive the highest level in care. Janice enjoys working at Macdonald's because it has a unique work environment that supports both personal and professional growth. She is able to provide the best care and a vast array of specialty drugs for patients to meet their special needs and work closely with the healthcare professionals in hospitals, dialysis units and other care facilities. 

Outside of pharmacy, Janice enjoys Ballroom dancing, loves to travel and learn new languages. She is capable of speaking Cantonese, Mandarin, French, Spanish and Japanese.

Wendy Pillay

Manager - Home Health Care Department

• E-mail: wendy@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

Wendy joined our team in 2001 after graduating from university in 2000 with a BSc. Her favourite part about working at Macdonald's is the variety of work and the teamwork atmosphere. Every day presents Wendy with different challenges and she enjoys the interaction with our customers and helping them address their medical care needs. 

Outside of work, Wendy is a taxi driver to her 3 teenage kids and enjoys running. 

Fun fact: She has raced in 7 half marathons and two full marathons. She got married on 2 separate continents (to the same guy) and she has bungee jumped twice!

Kim Gallant

Pharmacist - Renal Pharmacy

• E-mail: kimg@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

Kim joined our team in 2019 as a UBC Pharmacy Student. She became a licensed Pharmacist in July 2022. Her favourite part about working at Macdonald's is how specialized and fast paced the working environment is. We are a resource for kidney patients all over British Columbia and she loves being a part of that!  

Outside of pharmacy, Kim enjoys being crafty! Since the pandemic, she has taken up cross stitching, baking and sewing. On nice summer days, she enjoys taking advantage of all the beaches and patios Vancouver has to offer. 

Fun fact: Kim has every single Taylor Swift song memorized... (and that is 100s of songs!). 

Kerri Kupka

Pharmacist - Renal Pharmacy 

• E-mail: kerri@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 874-9668

James Chow

Pharmacist - Fairmont Location & Renal Pharmacy 

• E-mail: james@macdonaldsrx.com
• Phone: (604) 872-2662