NH Board of Pharmacy Actions

Justin Lachance Pharmacist Emergency Suspension

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy issued an emergency suspension order for pharmacist Justin Eric Lachance following evidence that he posed an imminent threat to public health, safety, or welfare. The license was suspended on February 18, 2026, after the Board reviewed a verified petition filed by OPLC Enforcement on February 17, 2026. A full adjudicative hearing was held on March 3, 2026, to determine whether the emergency suspension should remain in effect pending a complete investigation into potential controlled substance violations.

NH Board of Pharmacy - Emergency Suspension of Pharmacist License

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy has issued an emergency order suspending the license of pharmacist Justin Eric Lachance. The suspension follows findings of suspected diversion of controlled substances, including Clonazepam and Zolpidem, observed via Walgreens surveillance and confessed by the licensee.

Andrew Merdinyan - Pharmacy Technician License Surrender

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy has accepted the voluntary surrender of Andrew Merdinyan's pharmacy technician license (PhT-131188) due to allegations of controlled drug diversion. Merdinyan allegedly diverted approximately 1,236 tablets/capsules from a Walgreens pharmacy.

Andrew Merdinyan License Emergency Suspension Order

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy has issued an emergency suspension order for the license of Andrew Merdinyan, a Registered Pharmacy Technician. The suspension is due to findings of probable cause that the licensee engaged in conduct posing an imminent danger to public health, safety, and welfare, including admitting to taking controlled medications from a pharmacy.

Walmart Pharmacy Disciplinary Final Order

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy issued a disciplinary final order against Walmart Pharmacy concerning multiple locations. The order details the procedures and timelines for filing petitions for rehearing and the right to appeal the decision to the New Hampshire Supreme Court.

Felicia Dern - Voluntary Surrender of Pharmacy Tech License

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy has accepted the voluntary surrender of Felicia Dern's Registered Pharmacy Technician license (PHT-130661). This action follows allegations of drug diversion and substance misuse disorder, which led to her termination from Rite Aid.