Sparta Community Hospital District to Assume Ownership of Moody Pharmacy
Sparta Community Hospital District (SCHD) and Moody Pharmacy are pleased to announce that Sparta Community Hospital District plans to assume ownership of Moody Pharmacy within the coming weeks.
The decision reflects a shared commitment to expanding healthcare access, streamlining services, and strengthening community wellness. By bringing Moody Pharmacy under the District’s ownership, SCHD and Moody Pharmacy aim to ensure the long-term sustainability of retail pharmacy services in Sparta while maintaining continuity of care and trusted relationships built over decades.
With this change, SCHD and Moody Pharmacy will be able to coordinate pharmacy and clinic services more closely, creating a more connected care experience for patients. This alignment will help improve communication between providers and pharmacists, support medication management, and make it easier for patients to receive the care they need — all within the community.
As part of the transition, current Moody Pharmacy employees will become employees of Sparta Community Hospital District, ensuring a seamless experience for patients and continued collaboration among familiar faces.
“This agreement represents a shared commitment to ensuring our community’s health and well-being for years to come,” said Joann Emge, CEO of Sparta Community Hospital District. “Pharmacies play a vital role in keeping healthcare accessible in rural communities, and this partnership reinforces that commitment.”
“We’re really excited to join Sparta Community Hospital District,” said Leslie Sauzek, PharmD, of Moody Pharmacy. “For us, it’s about focusing even more on patient care — expanding what we can offer, strengthening access, and making sure our pharmacy services stay strong and sustainable for years to come. Our patients deserve dependable, local care, and this partnership helps us keep it that way.”
Seamus Kloos, PharmD, added, “Partnering with the Hospital District just makes sense for our community. By pooling our resources and strengthening our purchasing power, we can build a more complete and sustainable pharmacy model that will serve patients well into the future. At the end of the day, it means better service, better support, and long-term stability for the people who count on us every day.”
There will be no immediate changes to services following the transition. Patients can continue to expect the same friendly staff, convenient access, and personalized care they have always received.
Further updates will be shared as the transition is completed.