Asbury is part of our community

Asbury has a 40 year history in OKC, truly making it a local grown business.  First licensed as Gillium Pharmacy at 63rd and May in OKC, it continued to operate with Mike Asbury at the helm beginning in 1985.  Mike loved to compound and collaborate with local physicians for individualized patient care.  He was the creative mind behind the 3 leaf logo of Asbury as he drew it on many notes throughout the years.  Mike was such a strong influence that not only his children, but also other ‘kids’ who worked in the store through the years continued their love of medicine and helping people.

Mike’s wife, Donnie, became sole owner of Gillium Pharmacy and changed the name to Asbury Pharmacy upon his passing in lasting tribute.  She continued to nurture Asbury pharmacy with the love of a school teacher.  She has loved her patients and her employees, making a lasting mark on the community and succeeding in the pharmacy business with her own special touch. 

The third generation of Asbury Pharmacy is just beginning.  With Donnie’s retirement, Laura and Richard will continue to grow the rich tradition so carefully sown by Mike and Donnie, providing a personalized brand of patient care and collaborative practice with physicians.  

Hometown: Edmond
Education: Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Clinical /Staff Pharmacist

Why you choose Asbury: 
I chose to work with Asbury because of its long-standing history of being able to provide a more complete pharmacy experience with our patients. 

The most important thing to you about your job:
To me, the most important thing about my job is engaging in effective communication with our patients about their medications.  Having the time to answer their questions and create an environment that encourages patients to take an active part with their wellness. 

Favorite thing to do outside of work: 
Spending time with my wife and children and throwing in a little exercise every now and then. Soccer and biking. 

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Growing up locally in Oklahoma City, Julie Kirk attended Putnam North High School. Then she moved to Norman where she graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2001, from the business college with a double major in Management Information Systems and Marketing. She married Jim Kirk in 2001 and they currently have 2 children, Maddy, 14 years old, and Conner, 12 years old. She has worked in various fields through the years and looks forward to helping patients at Asbury Pharmacy.