About Our Pharmacy

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History

Trumm Drug celebrated 60 years of service to the Alexandria area in 2011.

In 1951, Archie and Clara Trumm came to Alexandria and purchased Lewis Drug Store from the George Lewis family. The store was originally located at the corner of 6th and Broadway in Alexandria.

Sons Bill and Jack Trumm had joined the family operation, and took over as owners in 1963 after Archie passed away.

With the success of the business came the need for expansion, so in 1969, Bill and Jack had the new Trumm Drug store built at its present location at 600 Fillmore, which was next door to the Alexandria Clinic.

The proximity to doctors, the convenience of easy access parking, and the larger store spurred continued growth in the business, and in 1979, Trumm Drug II was built and opened at 15th Avenue and Broadway, next to the Broadway Medical Center.

The third generation of Trumms to join the business started with Bill and Suzie’s sons, Mark in 1980, and Paul in 1981.

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Jack and Jenny’s son, Greg, started work in 1989. That same year, Trumm Drug purchased Folsom Drug from Gary Folsom, and Trumm Drug Parkers Prairie was born.

In 1997, Trumm Drug II was relocated from Broadway to the new Alexandria Clinic as Trumm Drug Clinic Pharmacy.

Another Trumm operation, Trumms Home Medical Specialties, began as a medical equipment store specializing in wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, braces, canes and crutches, support stockings and other home medical needs. In 2000, Trumms Home Medical moved to 610 Fillmore, next door to Trumm Drug.

The Trumms expanded to Elbow Lake October 1, 2002, with the purchase of Johnson’s Pharmacy. That addition increased the Trumm family of pharmacies to four.

Trumm Drug Glenwood began operation on October 1, 2006, when Trumm Drug purchased Corner Drug Store from Dewey Essig. Our dedicated staff continues the tradition of quality, caring, family-owned service that Glewnwood area residents have always received.

The Trumm family thanks the entire community for the opportunity to serve residents for 50 years and has now paved the way for a new set of owners.

Aaron Finley and Allan Fettig continue the Trumm motto as the new set of owners.

Meet Our Pharmacists

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Aaron Finley, PharmD

Aaron Finley earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of Minnesota in 2002 and joined Trumm Drug later that same year. As both a pharmacist and co-owner of Trumm Drug, Aaron is passionate about providing compassionate, patient-focused care and helping patients better understand and manage their medications and overall health.

Aaron values the strong relationships built with patients, coworkers, and the community through Trumm Drug’s family-centered approach to healthcare. He especially enjoys collaborating with the healthcare team to create personalized care plans and support positive patient outcomes.

Outside of work, Aaron enjoys spending time with his wife, Elizabeth, and their three sons, Jack, Callan, and Rowan. Much of their family time is spent traveling, enjoying the outdoors, and cheering on their sons at the hockey rink. Aaron also enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time in nature.

When not working, Aaron enjoys reading, music, hunting, fishing, hiking, backpacking, and all the activities the Alexandria community offers. When asked what his favorite thing about working at Trumm is, Aaron focuses on the wonderful people he has met: his patients, customers and friends.

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Allan Fettig, PharmD

Allan Fettig first joined Trumm Drug as a pharmacy intern and quickly realized it was the place he wanted to begin his pharmacy career. The welcoming, family-focused atmosphere, along with strong relationships with coworkers and customers, has kept him passionate about serving the community ever since.

As a pharmacist and co-owner of Trumm Drug, Allan is involved in many aspects of daily operations. In addition to patient care and pharmacy services, he also assists with technology, operations, and occasionally even facility projects around the store.

Before becoming a pharmacist, Allan worked as a respiratory therapist at MeritCare Hospital in Fargo and Douglas County Hospital in Alexandria. His healthcare experience sparked an interest in pharmacy, leading him to earn his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Creighton University in 2006.

Outside of work, Allan enjoys hunting, fishing, woodworking, baseball, and golf. He also enjoys relaxing at the lake and traveling with his wife, Nicole, and their three children.

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Caitlin Pederson, PharmD

Caitlin Pederson values the opportunity to work for a locally owned, independent pharmacy where she feels connected to both her team and the communities Trumm Drug serves. She appreciates being part of an organization where patient care and community relationships truly matter.

Caitlin’s favorite part of being a pharmacist is building lasting relationships with patients and helping them feel supported in their healthcare journey. She enjoys creating trust with patients and takes pride in serving as an important part of the local community.

Caitlin attended North Dakota State University and worked as an intern at an independently owned pharmacy during school. That experience confirmed her passion for independent pharmacy and ultimately led her to join the Trumm Drug team after graduation.

Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys reading, cooking, crafting, listening to music, and spending time outdoors with her family.

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Robyn Anderson, PharmD

Robyn Anderson knew early in college that retail pharmacy was the perfect fit because of the opportunity to work directly with patients and build meaningful relationships. After completing a rotation with Trumm Drug during pharmacy school, she knew the organization’s small-town, family-focused environment was where she wanted to build her career.

As the Pharmacist-in-Charge at the Parkers Prairie location, Robyn works closely with patients to help organize and optimize their medications while supporting their overall health needs. She and her team also provide care for residents in the local nursing home and assisted living facilities. Creating a welcoming environment and building trust with patients are central to the care they provide every day.

Robyn earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from North Dakota State University in 2012 and has been with Trumm Drug ever since. During pharmacy school, she gained experience working in pharmacies throughout Alexandria, Fergus Falls, Fargo, and Roseau.

Outside of work, Robyn enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors. Sports, gardening, lake time, and family adventures are some of her favorite ways to spend free time.

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Kaia Frank, PharmD

Kaia Frank is passionate about providing compassionate, accessible healthcare to rural communities and values the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients through independent pharmacy care. She was drawn to Trumm Drug because of its strong commitment to community health and the welcoming, family-like environment shared across each location.

As the Pharmacist-in-Charge at the Elbow Lake location, Kaia works closely with patients to provide personalized care through medication counseling, medication therapy management, and immunizations. She enjoys the variety each day brings and values the teamwork across all Trumm Drug locations to ensure patients receive the highest level of care and support.

Kaia earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from North Dakota State University in 2022. After graduation, she gained experience working for a chain pharmacy before returning to Trumm Drug, where she had previously worked as a student intern.

Outside of work, Kaia enjoys playing volleyball and golf, traveling, working on puzzles, and spending time with friends and family.

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Jenna Holman, PharmD

Jenna Holman has always been passionate about caring for others and values the family-oriented atmosphere found at Trumm Drug. She believes patients should always be treated as individuals, not numbers, and appreciates working for a pharmacy that shares the same patient-centered philosophy and commitment to compassionate care.

As a pharmacist for Trumm Drug, Jenna focuses on ensuring medications are safe, accurate, and appropriate for each patient. She strives to provide empathetic care, answer patient concerns, and create positive experiences for both patients and coworkers. Because she works across multiple locations, Jenna enjoys adapting to the unique needs of each community while helping foster a supportive team environment.

Jenna earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from North Dakota State University, where she graduated in the top 10% of her class and was inducted into the Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society. She has experience working in both corporate and independent pharmacy settings, including Alexandria Apothecary, Breckenridge Drug, Coborn’s Pharmacy, and Longbella Drug.

Outside of work, Jenna enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing board and card games, hiking, fishing, and being outdoors. She and her husband especially enjoy exploring parks and outdoor adventures with their two children.

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Greg Trumm, RPh

Greg Trumm has spent nearly his entire 35-year pharmacy career serving the communities connected to Trumm Drug. Pharmacy has been a part of the Trumm family for generations, beginning when his grandparents, Archie and Clara Trumm, founded Trumm Drug in 1924. Greg considers it a true blessing to have cared for generations of families while working alongside so many dedicated employees and healthcare professionals throughout the years.

Greg became an owner of Trumm Drug in 1994 alongside his cousins, Paul and Mark Trumm. In 2018, ownership transitioned to longtime Trumm pharmacists Aaron Finley and Allan Fettig. Since then, Greg has continued serving as a staff pharmacist and now helps as a fill-in pharmacist following his retirement in August 2024. One of the most rewarding parts of his career has been caring for patients and families he has known for multiple generations.

Greg earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from University of Minnesota in 1985 and later earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from North Dakota State University in 1987. Throughout his career, he has received several honors, including an award for Superior Achievement in Clinical Pharmacy from NDSU, a Certificate of Commendation for customer service from former Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson, and the prestigious Bowl of Hygeia Award recognizing outstanding community service.

Outside of pharmacy, Greg enjoys hunting, fishing, conservation work, and spending time outdoors. He and his wife, Val, enjoy traveling and spending time with their children, grandchildren, and extended family. Pharmacy continues to run deep in the Trumm family, with multiple children and in-laws also pursuing careers in the profession.

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Kristi Anderson, RPh

I have worked for Trumm Drug since they purchased Corner Drug in Glenwood in 2006. I was happy to stay because I knew the Trumms and knew that they would continue to take good care of the community and the people there. I grew up in Alexandria, went to college at NDSU, and am very much a small town girl at heart. I was lucky to be able to intern at Trumm Drug during college and learned how to be a community pharmacist from Jack, Paul, and Mark. After college I went to work in Glenwood. I felt fortunate to be able to stay in the area and to become a part of the community there.

To me, community pharmacy is all about being part of the community and providing service to the people there. Trumm Drug has always focused on that and I feel fortunate to be a part of that service. I feel that my strengths are more in the immediate day-to-day work of pharmacy; filling and dispensing medications quickly and accurately, communicating with doctors, nurses, and patients, and making sure that everyone understands their medications. The most rewarding part of my job is when I can help uncomplicate things for people. I am glad that others are willing to manage the other aspects of pharmacy (the business end of things)I

I've always enjoyed being outside and being in nature so once my children began leaving the nest, I was able to pursue my interest in photography and love to travel to take photos of beautiful landscapes, wildlife and birds. When I am at home, I spend most of my time in my large garden or in my kitchen where I process and preserve all of the food that I grow.

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Elise Meyers, PharmD

Elise Meyers enjoys working for a locally owned pharmacy that prioritizes personalized care and meaningful relationships within the communities it serves. She is passionate about building long-term connections with patients and especially values the opportunity to bring quality pharmaceutical care to rural communities with limited healthcare resources.

As a pharmacist for Trumm Drug, Elise provides medication verification, prescription counseling, immunizations, and product recommendations while helping ensure safe and compliant pharmacy operations. She also values creating a positive, welcoming environment for both patients and coworkers and encourages her team to bring kindness and compassion into every patient interaction.

Elise graduated from College of Saint Benedict in 2011 and earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of Minnesota in 2015. She began her pharmacy career as a pharmacy technician at Coborn’s Pharmacy and later interned at NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center Pharmacy. Prior to joining Trumm Drug in 2019, Elise worked as a pharmacist and pharmacy manager at Cub Pharmacy in Alexandria.

Outside of work, Elise enjoys spending time with her husband, daughters, and black lab. Family life keeps them busy, but she also enjoys hiking, biking, camping, traveling with friends, reading, and spending time at the lake.

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Lauren Trumm Mueller, PharmD

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Kate Vanderweyst, Senior Manager of Trumms Home Medical Specialties

Kate Vanderweyst has always been passionate about helping others. Working at Trumm Home Medical Specialties allows her to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while building lasting relationships with customers and their families. One of her favorite parts of the job is reconnecting with customers over the years and helping them find solutions that improve their independence, comfort, and quality of life.

As the Senior Manager of Trumm Home Medical Specialties, Kate oversees daily operations while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, insurance requirements, and industry standards. She works closely with customers to help them understand their equipment and insurance benefits and leads her team by example through a commitment to excellent customer service and patient-focused care.

Kate earned her degree in Human Services from Alexandria Technical & Community College and has more than a decade of experience in durable medical equipment, along with eight years as a Hearing Instrument Specialist. She holds both Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) and Hearing Instrument Specialist certifications. In 2018, she received the Charles Holland Award, recognizing her as one of the top hearing specialists in the United States.

Outside of work, Kate enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially on the water. She and her family provide adult foster care in their home, helping individuals develop independence and life skills. She also enjoys volunteering, ice fishing, downhill skiing, traveling, and cheering on her children at their sporting events.