Hi, my name is Joanie Hoyt. I graduated from The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy and have been a pharmacist since 1989. I am married to my husband Mark and have 2 daughters, Kellie and Kendall. I love all kinds of animals and currently have 5 dogs who keep me very busy walking and playing. I think the main reason that I became a pharmacist is that I want to make people feel better. Pharmacists are the front line of healthcare and that is a responsibility that I take very seriously. Our interactions with patients can truly change and save lives. I love helping people. I love keeping them safe and being their advocate and hopefully improving their quality of life. I love being a pharmacist because it allows me to use my knowledge, abilities, and talents to make a difference in someone’s life. I will always do my best to make a difference in the lives of the people I encounter everyday. I always try to listen with an open mind to what someone has to say and offer them anything that can make a positive difference in their situation. What a great thing, to make a difference!