Dr. Shamuel (Sam) Borukhov, PharmD, is the owner and supervising pharmacist of Mega Health Rx Pharmacy at 64-51 108th Street in Forest Hills, Queens. He brings more than 10 years of experience across retail, inpatient hospital and specialty pharmacy, and he is fluent in English and Russian.
- Education
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - B.S. in Pharmacology & Toxicology
University at Buffalo - Experience
- 10+ years in retail, inpatient hospital and specialty pharmacy
- Languages
- English and Russian
Experience
Dr. Borukhov has practiced pharmacy for more than a decade across several very different settings, which gives him a broad view of how medications are used from the hospital to the home:
- Retail pharmacy at Rite Aid
- Inpatient hospital pharmacy at Long Island Jewish Hospital
- Licensed medical cannabis pharmacy practice at Vireo Health
He has extensive clinical experience evaluating medication regimens, identifying drug interactions and therapy-related concerns, providing individualized patient counseling, and supporting safe and effective medication use. His background across community, hospital and specialty settings gives him a broad understanding of pharmacotherapy, chronic disease management, medication safety and interdisciplinary patient care.
Areas of focus
Dr. Borukhov is especially well versed in:
- Pain management
- Dermatologics — prescription skin treatments
- Heart failure care
- Diabetes management (see diabetes care at Mega Health Rx)
Certifications and professional affiliations
- Certified Immunizer
- BLS/CPR Certified
- New York State Notary Public
- Member, American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
Why I became a pharmacy owner
I became a pharmacy owner because patients deserve to have a pharmacist they know, trust, and feel comfortable speaking with about their health. I wanted to create a more private and personal pharmacy experience where patients can ask questions, receive individualized attention, and feel confident that their concerns are being heard.
I also recognized a need in the community for greater access to essential pharmacy services — particularly vaccinations, medication education, and preventive care — and wanted to build a pharmacy centered around those needs.
— Dr. Sam Borukhov, PharmD
A Russian-speaking pharmacist in Forest Hills
Dr. Borukhov is fluent in Russian, so patients and families in Forest Hills, Rego Park and across Queens can talk through their medications, side effects and insurance questions in the language they are most comfortable with. Family members helping a parent are welcome to join the conversation — see our guide to managing a parent’s medications.
Talk with Dr. Borukhov
Stop by 64-51 108th Street, Forest Hills and ask for a private consultation — no appointment needed. Bring your medications for a comprehensive medication review, walk in for a vaccine, or call (516) 304-5038.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the pharmacist at Mega Health Rx in Forest Hills?
Dr. Shamuel (Sam) Borukhov, PharmD, is the owner and supervising pharmacist. He has more than 10 years of experience in retail, hospital and specialty pharmacy.
Is there a Russian-speaking pharmacist in Forest Hills?
Yes. Dr. Borukhov at Mega Health Rx, 64-51 108th Street, is fluent in English and Russian.
Can I get a private consultation with the pharmacist?
Yes. Ask at the counter for a private consultation in our consultation room. No appointment is needed.
Where did Dr. Borukhov train?
He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and a B.S. in Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University at Buffalo.
Meet Dr. Borukhov in person
Walk in for a private consultation, a vaccine or a medication review. Or transfer your prescriptions in about a minute.