
About Us
At Forward Pharmacy McFarland, we’re dedicated to making the pharmaceutical experience better for our customers by providing genuine care and creating friendly experiences. We truly want to help our community live healthier lives—let us be your pharmacy.
Our Services
- Vaccinations
- Online Refills
- Medicare Part D Assistance
- Expert care
- FREE delivery!
Our Pharmacists
Dave Downie
Pharmacist (float)
Tony Peterangelo, PharmD
Managing Pharmacist
As a pharmacist, Tony believes it is his professional responsibility to educate patients about their medications, take time to answer their questions, and address any health concerns they may have. For over sixteen years, Tony has used this patient-centered approach to help our customers become well-informed advocates for their healthcare needs.
Ryan Bender, PharmD
Director of Clinical Services Biography
Ryan Bender is the director of clinical services for Forward Pharmacy. He creates our standard of care for our immunization, comprehensive medication review, health screening and medication therapy management programs. He also practices at all of our stores so you will see him at McFarland, Deerfield, Columbus and Cottage Grove.
Amy Schellpfeffer, RPh
Pharmacist (float)
Amy Schellpfeffer has worked as a pharmacist since 1998, and with Forward Pharmacy since 2019. She has lived in the greater Madison area for almost 30 years.
Kristen Mabie, RPh
Co-Owner/Founder and Pharmacist (float)
Kristen Mabie is a pharmacist and co-founder of Forward Pharmacy. She and her husband, Matt, launched Forward Pharmacy to deliver superior service and patient care in her community.
Kim Shumaker, RPh
Pharmacist (float)
Kim is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy and has been practicing as a pharmacist in Dane County for 25 years. She has devoted much of the last 10 years providing consultations for people traveling outside the United States, and joined the Forward Pharmacy team in late 2021.
Our Staff
Alyssa Davis
Pharmacy Technician
Mary Jackson
Pharmacy Technician
Nicole Noble
Head Pharmacy Technician (float)
Rylie O’Leary
Pharmacy Technician (float)
Tina Panagis
Pharmacy Technician
Ryan White
Pharmacy Technician
Your Community Healthcare Destination
Forward Pharmacy is passionate about serving our local communities. We strive to make it convenient for you and the people you care about to live a healthy life.
Transfer your prescriptions to Forward Pharmacy today and experience the difference a locally-owned pharmacy can make in your daily life!