By Carla Lucchetta

   
Marvin Nider and Alan Glasser are Vancouver pharmacists who enjoy serving their clients and the general public with a different slant. Every Saturday they take to the air on CFUN with their show, the Health Tec Hour, answering questions on a wide range of health topics and dispensing advice along with a dose or two of humour. These fun and knowledgeable guys tackle health care issues with a panache and sense of humour rarely seen in the health care field, thus helping people to relax and allaying the fears and concerns that tend to accompany health issues.
Marvin, the owner of Mark's Plaza Pharmacy, and his associate, Alan, joined forces five years ago after recognizing a mutual interest in natural medicines and preventative health care. As well as filling prescriptions and retailing conventional health care products they import a wide variety of natural and herbal

remedies, some of them exclusive lines. These products have proven successful in treating chronic pain resulting from arthritis, sport injuries, and general muscle strain.

    Marvin believes that their mission is to offer people a place to go when they find that conventional drugs and pain killers aren't getting the job done. "We want people to know that we are help oriented, that this is the place to go when chronic problems aren't being resolved. An inspiration to those living with daily pain, Marvin and Alan are true professionals who look beyond the conventions of medicine to educate their clients and show them how to heal from within.
Operating from a compact, 1,000 square foot store, Marvin and Alan take a proactive approach by researching consumer trends in preventative medicine and collaborating with internationally recognized experts across the medical spectrum. While Marvin modestly downplays the business aspect, his innate flair for marketing and innovative techniques have also made the small store a commercial success, resulting in the recent addition of a wellness centre that compliments the retail efforts. With a variety of therapeutic services, the wellness centre allows the duo to offer a well-rounded program of natural, non-intrusive care.

    Helpful, caring, and committed to their profession, Marvin Nider and Alan Glasser are bright beacons, guiding the way through the often-confusing maze of the health care industry. Their efforts and advice have eased the minds of listeners and customers alike, showing them that there are alternatives that work. Mark's Plaza Pharmacy is located at 5760 Cambie Street in Vancouver. 604-324-3848, or 604-325-6575.

 
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