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Guardian Pharmacy Services, Inc. operates as a specialized institutional pharmacy provider serving long-term care facilities across the United States. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company delivers medication management services, consultant pharmacy programs, and clinical solutions primarily to skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and other post-acute care settings. Guardian operates through a network of approximately 30 pharmacy locations strategically positioned throughout multiple states, dispensing medications and providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to thousands of residents in long-term care environments. The company's business model centers on partnering with facility operators to manage complex medication regimens, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize therapeutic outcomes for elderly and chronically ill populations. Guardian provides services including unit-dose medication packaging, computerized physician order entry systems, clinical consulting, medication therapy management, and specialty infusion services. The company has expanded its footprint through strategic acquisitions of regional pharmacy providers, strengthening its presence in key markets and adding complementary service capabilities. Guardian differentiates itself through technology integration, including proprietary pharmacy management systems that facilitate real-time communication between pharmacists, physicians, and nursing staff. The company serves a fragmented but essential market where regulatory requirements and patient complexity create demand for specialized pharmaceutical expertise beyond traditional retail pharmacy models.