History
When Walter's Pharmacy opened its doors, Malcolm Gross was Allentown's mayor and Franklin Roosevelt, then in the White House, was concerned with the rising cost of living. At the time, Drene Shampoo was selling for 49 cents; Alka-Seltzer tablets, 24 cents and chocolate covered cherries, 19 cents for a one pound box. Room-size rugs were going for $23 at Hess Brothers; Sears, Roebuck and Co. was selling blankets for 51 cents. That was in 1937. At that time, Walter's was at 13th and Hamilton streets and employed two people. Today, Walter's is located in the Allentown Medical Center at 401 N 17th Street, Allentown, and has a staff of 20 with 3 pharmacists, 8 registered pharmacy technicians and 3 delivery men.
Specialties
Since 1937 Walter's Pharmacy has been serving the Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton areas. We have brand and generic health care products along with a comprehensive inventory of prescription drugs. Walter's Pharmacy is a compounding pharmacy for you and your pets' medications. Free home delivery is available six days per week-call for details. We welcome all insurance plans for all medications. Our new DME showroom displays medical equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes and bathroom safety items. We have a wide range of wound dressings, first aid supplies, support stockings and braces available in the store. Ostomy supplies are also in stock or can be ordered. Outgoing and incoming fax services, greeting cards, candy, vitamin supplements; everything you are looking for in an independent, customer oriented local pharmacy.