Stillwater Medical and Clearway Health Announce Specialty Pharmacy Program

New program will provide support to care teams while expanding access to medications and ongoing support for patients with complex medical conditions

STILLWATER, Okla., Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stillwater Medical, a not-for-profit, community-owned health system based in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and Clearway Health, a Boston-based specialty pharmacy services organization, today announced a partnership to create and operate the health system's first specialty pharmacy program.

The program is designed to expand access to specialty medications locally and provide comprehensive support for patients managing complex and chronic health conditions. Through the partnership, Stillwater Medical will offer a more coordinated approach to specialty medication management while helping patients remain connected to their local care team throughout treatment.

For 100 years, Stillwater Medical has provided pharmacy services as part of the care patients receive during their hospital stay. As healthcare has evolved, so have the needs of patients managing complex and chronic conditions.

For many of these patients, access to specialty medications has traditionally involved working with specialty pharmacy providers outside the community because of the specialized services and coordination required for these treatments. The new program will allow more patients to receive those services closer to home while remaining connected to their local care team.

A specialty pharmacy differs from a traditional retail pharmacy. While community pharmacies provide a wide range of prescription medications, specialty pharmacies focus on treatments used to manage complex, chronic or rare conditions. These medications often require specialized handling, ongoing monitoring and additional support to help patients navigate their treatment plans successfully.

Stillwater Medical's specialty pharmacy will work alongside patients' existing care teams to coordinate medication access, provide clinical support and help patients stay on track with their treatment. By offering specialty pharmacy services within the health system, Stillwater Medical aims to create a more integrated experience that helps patients access medications more efficiently while keeping communication connected across their care team.

As part of the program, pharmacists and patient liaisons will work collaboratively with patients to manage their specialty medication needs. The team will help identify barriers to care, assist with financial assistance opportunities, coordinate medication delivery and provide ongoing support throughout treatment. The goals of the partnership are to strengthen medication adherence, improve the patient experience and support better clinical outcomes.

The program will also provide valuable support to providers and clinical care teams by helping manage benefits investigations, financial assistance programs, prior authorizations and other administrative responsibilities, allowing caregivers to focus more time on direct patient care.

The specialty pharmacy program will begin serving patients through a phased rollout, with a soft opening planned for mid-December and full functionality expected in early 2027. The Stillwater Medical Specialty Pharmacy is located at 1518 W. Ninth Ave. in Stillwater.

"Our goal is to make it easier for patients to access the medications they need while reducing barriers along the way," said Alan Lovelace, vice president and chief financial officer at Stillwater Medical. "This specialty pharmacy program adds another layer of personalized support for patients with complex health conditions and helps keep medication management, care coordination and communication connected through the patient's local care team."

"We are thrilled to partner with Stillwater Medical to bring a specialty pharmacy program to the patients and community of Stillwater," said Brandon Newman, PharmD, chief executive officer of Clearway Health. "Our programs and services are designed to expand access to care and improve the specialty pharmacy experience for patients and clinical care teams while also creating an asset for the health system that bolsters financial stability and serves the patients of Stillwater and surrounding communities for years to come."

About Stillwater Medical

Stillwater Medical is a not-for-profit, community-owned health system serving north-central Oklahoma with high-quality, compassionate care. Anchored by its flagship hospital in Stillwater, the health system includes more than 150 physicians and 2,000 employees providing comprehensive services ranging from emergency care and orthopedics to women's health, cardiology and cancer care. Stillwater Medical has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a top workplace in healthcare and by Newsweek as one of the World's Best Hospitals.

About Clearway Health

Clearway Health's specialty pharmacy services create sustainable assets and build lasting legacies for hospitals and health systems by improving access to specialty medications and supporting patients with complex care needs. Originating at Boston Medical Center Health System, Clearway Health partners with hospitals and health systems nationwide to build specialty pharmacy programs, strengthen clinical workflows, implement proprietary technology solutions, improve medication access and support long-term financial sustainability. To learn more, visit www.clearwayhealth.com.

SOURCE Clearway Health