Abadir Nasr Selected as Top Pharmacist of the Year by IAOTP

Pharmacist/Owner to be honored at annual IAOTP awards gala in New York City

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) has selected Abadir Nasr, a Canadian pharmacist and small business owner based in Mississauga, Ontario, as the Top Pharmacist of the Year for 2026. Nasr will be honored at IAOTP's annual awards gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York City for his outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the pharmacy industry.

Why it matters

Nasr's selection as Top Pharmacist of the Year by IAOTP highlights his impressive career achievements and his dedication to providing quality, affordable healthcare solutions through his various pharmacy businesses in Ontario. His leadership in growing Whitfield's Guardian Pharmacy to celebrate its 70th anniversary is a testament to his ability to build and manage successful healthcare enterprises.

The details

As the owner of Midland IDA Pharmacy, Whitfield Guardian Pharmacy, and the wholesaling company Arvazy, Nasr has demonstrated a deep knowledge of pharmacy practices and a commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services. He is certified in Opioid Dependence Treatment and Injections and Immunizations, and his areas of expertise include team leadership, strategic planning, and customer service.

  • Nasr was recently selected as Top Pharmacist of the Year for 2026 by IAOTP.
  • He will be honored at IAOTP's annual awards gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York City in December 2026.

The players

Abadir Nasr

A Canadian pharmacist and small business owner based in Mississauga, Ontario, who is the owner of Midland IDA Pharmacy, Whitfield Guardian Pharmacy, and the wholesaling company Arvazy.

International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP)

An international boutique networking organization that handpicks the world's finest, most prestigious top professionals from different industries.

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What they’re saying

“Choosing Dr. Nasr for this honor was an easy decision for our panel to make. He is inspirational, influential, and a true visionary and thought leader. We cannot wait to meet him and celebrate his accomplishments at this year's gala.”

— Stephanie Cirami, President of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) (IAOTP)

What’s next

Nasr will be honored at IAOTP's annual awards gala at the Plaza Hotel in New York City in December 2026.

The takeaway

Abadir Nasr's selection as the Top Pharmacist of the Year by IAOTP underscores his exceptional leadership, dedication, and commitment to the pharmacy industry. His ability to build and manage successful healthcare enterprises, while also giving back to his local community, makes him a true visionary in the field of pharmacy.