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Cempa Community Care Unveils New Community Pharmacy

Cempa Community Care cut the ribbon on its brand new community pharmacy on Wednesday. Located at 1000 E. 3rd St. in Chattanooga, the Cempa Pharmacy is open to the general public and will be easily accessible to Cempa’s existing client base. 

“Over the past few years, the team at Cempa has continuously sought out ways to broaden our service offerings so we can be a healthcare provider that meets as many needs as we possibly can for our patients. The new Cempa Pharmacy is a testament to this proactive, patient-centered, spirit,” said Cempa CEO Shannon Stephenson.

“I am honored to lead such an incredible organization and am continuously inspired by the selfless efforts this team makes to be a champion for the historically underserved and marginalized communities across our region. I know this pharmacy will lead to healthier outcomes for Chattanoogans.” 

Heading the new Cempa Pharmacy is Patrick Durham. Mr. Durham brings with him more than 12 years of chain pharmacy experience. He is a native of South Pittsburg, and a graduate of the University of Tennessee of Chattanooga. Mr. Durham received his PharmD from Mercer University.  

“Historically, most of our patients’ prescriptions have been sent to a mail-order pharmacy and then delivered to them. They may have talked to a pharmacist on the phone but they’ve never met in person,” said Mr. Durham. “So I’m really excited about developing relationships with all the new patients here. It’s really rewarding to help a patient have a better outcome, and I’m confident our new pharmacy will enable Cempa to continue building on those positive outcomes.”

While the pharmacy is primarily aimed at clients of Cempa, it is a full-service pharmacy open to anyone in the community. Cempa accepts nearly all major insurances (Medicare, TennCare and most commercial plans) and is able to transfer a patient’s prescriptions from their existing pharmacy.

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Robert Morris

Robert Morris serves as Chief of Staff to the CEO at Cempa Community Care, where he drives organizational alignment, strategic execution, and a mission-driven culture. Since joining Cempa as a Senior Strategic Advisor in June 2025, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s future-ready structure, advancing leadership development, and guiding operational transformation. 

Robert brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across healthcare, aerospace and defense, utilities, and nonprofit sectors. His career includes senior roles at the Tennessee Valley Authority, where he served as Senior Strategic Advisor, Director of Communications Operations, and Senior Manager of Nuclear Materials, as well as Vice President of Program Management & Supply Chain at AAR Corporation. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for translating strategy into execution, leading large-scale transformations, and fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures. 

Deeply committed to service, Robert has dedicated his leadership beyond the workplace. He served as Chair of Cempa’s Board of Directors from 2019 to 2025, and has held leadership positions with the American Red Cross, Thrive Alabama, and the City of Huntsville’s Human Relations Commission. He is also a graduate of Leadership Chattanooga and currently serves as President-Elect of the Leadership Chattanooga Alumni Association. 

Morris earned an Executive Bachelor of Business degree from Faulkner University and has completed executive leadership programs with the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce. 

Guided by his personal why—to approach each day with empathy, curiosity, and purpose, cultivating a culture where genuine belonging fuels excellence and empowers everyone to thrive—Robert lives out the Cempa values as a compass for every decision, action, and interaction. Compassion means meeting people with empathy, seeing them fully as they are. Empowerment provides patients and staff with the tools to thrive and grow. Excellence pushes the organization to raise the bar every day. Integrity calls leaders to do the right thing, even when it is difficult. Unity reminds everyone that Cempa is strongest when it stands together. These values are not slogans—they are lived commitments to the community and to every person Robert encounters.