Our Pharmacists: Dr. Amy Small

Dr. Amy Small

Degree(s) Earned: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Alma Mater(s): University of South Carolina

Graduation Year: 2011

Hometown: Lancaster, SC

Position: Director of Pharmacy Operations

Location: Executive Team

Amy was born and raised in Lancaster, SC. After graduating pharmacy school at the University of South Carolina in Columbia with her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Amy worked as a pharmacist for Walmart in many different locations in South Carolina. During her time as a pharmacist with Walmart, she held many leadership positions and would travel to underperforming stores around the state to help get them back on track. In 2019, Amy was looking for a change from the corporate pharmacy chains and met Chirag and Vic with Carolina Pharmacy Group. Amy joined Carolina Pharmacy Group as a Pharmacy Manager in Lancaster, SC. She is now the Director of Pharmacy Operations managing our 6 locations in the Charlotte area.

Why did you become a pharmacist?

I wanted to do something in the healthcare field, and I felt that pharmacy was the best way to have the most contact with my community.

What interests do you have that you do in your spare time?

Gardening, cooking, organizing, spending time with family, and shopping!

Favorite Musician/Group

Morgan Wallen

Do you have a favourite sports team?

University of South Carolina Gamecocks - Go Cocks!

What is your favourite food?

I change it up, but right now it’s anything Greek.

What is the country you most want to visit?

United Kingdom

What is your favorite place to have travelled to?

Winter Park, CO for skiing

Brief info about your family?

My husband, Donavon, and I are married and have a daughter, Oakley, and I have a stepdaughter, Khloe.

What is one interesting fact about you?

I am absolutely terrified of birds. I will make a scene on a sidewalk and completely melt down if a bird comes near me.

If you had to choose a celebrity to play you in a documentary about your life, who would it be, and why?

I would choose Emma Stone to play me in a documentary. I love her pleasant attitude and her beautiful red hair.

Favorite Thing About Carolina Pharmacy?

We are a family-owned pharmacy that truly cares for our patients.