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Dr. Racheal Butler
Butler Pharmacy &
Butler Pharmacy Institute of Learning
Dr. Racheal Butler always knew she wanted to make a difference—and she’s doing just that as the owner of Butler Pharmacy and founder of the Butler Pharmacy Institute of Learning.
In August, the institute relaunched its 16-week online Pharmacy Technician Certification Course, training the next wave of pharmacy professionals. Butler, the first Black female pharmacy owner on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, said the work is deeply personal. “It’s rewarding when patients tell me I’ve gone above and beyond. That keeps me going,” she said.
After 11 years in the field, Butler stepped out on faith and opened her pharmacy in 2023. For her, success means showing her children that hard work, faith, and purpose can create new paths.
She’s also active in the community through Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport. “It’s okay to bet on yourself,” Butler said. “Walk in your purpose—even if you have to do it afraid.”
Butler enjoys baking, reading, vacationing with her husband and two children, and occasionally going viral on TikTok with pharmacy tips and skits. And
if you catch her out and about, odds are she’s at Sully’s—her go-to spot for food, fun, and family vibes.
1924 25th Ave., Gulfport 228.265.5481 www.butlerpharmacyrx.com Facebook @Butler Pharmacy Instagram and TikTok @Ritzyrach
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