About Us

Caring for the Community, Generation After Generation

Generations of trust

100 years

of Personalised Care and Community Support

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Years serving the community with expert, compassionate care

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Loyal customers who trust Phelan’s for their health needs

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Prescriptions safely dispensed every year

27/7

Health support through advice, services, and online resources

1920

Sylvie Phelan: Founding Era

Phelan’s Pharmacy began in the 1920s with Sylvie Phelan, who opened the doors with a simple belief that a pharmacy should care for people, not just dispense medicine. His personal, community-first approach laid the foundation for nearly a century of trusted service.

Our History

A Century of Service, Rooted in Community

For nearly 100 years, Phelan’s Pharmacy has been a trusted part of local life — evolving with the times, while staying true to its roots.

It began in the 1920s with Sylvie Phelan, whose personal, caring approach made the pharmacy a cornerstone of the community. His son, Dick Phelan, carried on this legacy with warmth and dedication, turning Phelan’s into a familiar, dependable space for generations. Later, Richard Phelan introduced new innovations while preserving the pharmacy’s personal touch. In 2016, Brian Tynan took over — bringing fresh energy, expanded services, and a continued commitment to community-first care.

In 2023, Phelans Pharmacy proudly expanded with the addition of Burkes Pharmacy in the HyperCentre — building on over 30 years of trusted care and excellence established by Michael Burke.

Today, we honour this proud tradition by offering modern, compassionate healthcare grounded in nearly a century of trust.

Our Ethos

Healthcare is Personal

At Phelan’s, we believe that real care starts with listening. Every customer who walks through our doors is treated with the same respect, compassion, and attention we would offer our own family. Whether you’re managing a lifelong condition, navigating a new diagnosis, or simply seeking trusted advice your concerns are heard, and your wellbeing is our priority.

Our team takes the time to understand your needs, explain your options clearly, and support your choices without judgment. We know that good health isn’t one-size-fits-all, so we focus on building relationships, not just filling prescriptions.

We are guided by values that shape every interaction:

Branches

Our Locations

Main Street Branch

33 Michael Street, Waterford City.

A long-standing pharmacy at the heart of Dungarvan for generations. Phelan’s Dungarvan is known for its community focus, personal care, and professional advice.

Features:

Opening Hours:

33 Michael Street, Waterford City

Open: Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm
Sat: 9am-5pm

Hypercentre Branch

The Hypercentre, Morgan Street, Waterford, Ireland.

A long-standing pharmacy at the heart of Dungarvan for generations. Phelan’s Dungarvan is known for its community focus, personal care, and professional advice.

Features:

Opening Hours:

The Hypercentre, Morgan Street, Waterford City
Open: Mon-Sat, 9am -6pm.