• About Lehan Drugs
  • Pharmacy
  • Home Medical Equipment
  • Women's Health
  • Meet Our Team

    Tim Lehan

    Pharmacist/Owner

    Tim is a 1976 graduate of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, where he met his wife, Ann. Tim has practiced in DeKalb since that time and has successfully guided the business for the past 15 years. He holds certifications in Immunizations, Osteoporosis, and Diabetes care. He has overseen the addition of immunization services, home medical equipment, compounding services, and expansion into the DeKalb Clinic in 2009. Tim is also very active as an advocate for community pharmacy in our area, serving as a regional director for the Illinois Pharmacists Association. He participates yearly in legislative efforts in Springfield and Washington D.C. to protect his patients’ access to their local pharmacies. Tim's experiences and leadership have resulted in establishing Lehan's as the area's leader in community pharmacy practice. In 2009, he received a national award presented by the Illinois Pharmacists Association for the “Most Innovative Pharmacy Practice.” Tim has also been very active in the DeKalb community by serving on the board for the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and then as president; he currently serves on the board for ReNew DeKalb. He is active in church as a Eucharistic Minister and teaches the baptism classes for St. Mary’s of DeKalb. Tim loves nothing more than spending time with his family, especially his new grandchildren!

    Ann Lehan

    Pharmacist/Owner

    Ann graduated cum laud from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy. A native Iowan, Ann met Tim while in pharmacy school. After graduation, they married and moved to DeKalb to join the family business. Ann's hard work and endless energy has been instrumental in establishing the pharmacy as the premier provider of pharmacy services in the area. She has also served on the Kishwaukee Hospital board, the Kishwaukee Foundation College board, and on the United Way board. In addition to managing daily pharmacy operations at the store, Ann made time to successfully raise her 6 children, rarely missing a basketball or soccer game, track or swim meet, play, or any other event her kids were involved in. She is currently enjoying the new title of "Grandma."

    Jon Lehan

    Doctor of Pharmacy/Manager

    Jon Lehan, PharmD, grew up working in the family pharmacy. In college, he decided to follow in his parents’ footsteps, and graduated in 2004 with highest distinction from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy. Upon graduation, Jon was commissioned into the United States Air Force and achieved the rank of Captain, serving as Chief of Pharmacy Services, 95MDSS, Edwards AFB, CA for 3 1/2 years. Jon finished his commitment to the Air Force in March of 2008 and he and his wife, Briana, moved back to the Midwest to join the family business.

    Jon's experience in the Air Force as an outpatient clinic setting provides him the confidence to effectively work with patients' physicians to manage their drug therapy. Jon is also very interested in customized medicine and pharmacy compounding for patients, and trained in Houston, Texas to further his compounding skills. When Jon isn't working in the pharmacy, you'll find him spending time with his wife and new baby, Ellie. He’ll also never turn down a round of golf.

    Briana LehanTerri (Lehan) Hettel

    Store Manager/Certified Fitting Specialist

    Terri has been working for the family business for most of her life. Born and raised in DeKalb, she holds a degree in interior design from the University of Illinois. Her desire to improve the health care resources in our community led her to transition her skill set from the "cosmetic counter" in the traditional pharmacy setting to providing unique women's health and compression treatment options for patients. Terri has been the driving force in developing Lehan's women's health department & boutique concept, and has been instrumental in building relationships with local providers, using a team-based approach to meet the health care needs Lehan’s patients. She has broadened her skill set, completing training in mastectomy prosthesis fitting, compression garment fitting, lymphedema, and more. Terri also serves as Lehan's retail manager and human resources director. She and her husband Don enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren. Their dog, Buddy (a Dorkie: Dachsund/Yorkie mix) also keeps her very...busy.

    Briana LehanPatrick Lehan

    Home Medical Equipment Manager

    Born and raised in DeKalb, Patrick's journey has taken him around the world through a variety of careers, including flight attendant for Eastern Airlines, a waiter and food manager for a cruise ship in Hawaii, an estate manager for a well known golf professional, and a manager for TA travel plazas throughout the Midwest.  In 2005, Pat returned to DeKalb to manage Lehan Drugs' new Home Medical Equipment department, bringing with him a wide range of knowledge and experience.  Since that time, he has grown the business from the ground up into one of the largest home medical providers in the area, emphasizing a focus on customer service and patient satisfaction.  With Pat's leadership, Lehan's home medical department first received accreditation from ACHC in 2006, years before the industry average, and again in 2009.  Patrick recently won 3rd place in DeKalb County's 2009 "50 Men Who Cook" competition for his mouthwatering rendition of coconut chicken salad.

    Briana LehanBriana Lehan

    Human Resources

    Originally from Wisconsin, Briana received her undergraduate degree in Management and Organizations from the University of Iowa in 2004, where she also met her husband, Jon.  While living at Edwards AFB in the Mojave Desert in CA, she found herself directing several choirs and substitute teaching while earning her Master of Business Administration through Ellis University.  After moving to DeKalb in 2008, Briana joined the Lehan family business to aid in the rapidly growing home medical equipment department.  In 2009 she spearheaded Lehan Drugs' new marketing campaign, beginning with the creation of a new logo, new promotional materials, and a brand new website.  She also spends her time learning the ins and outs of small business management and enjoys the opportunity to get involved in each aspect of the business.  Now she is enjoying her new role as a full-time mom to Ellie and a part-time employee at Lehan's! 

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    Priyashu Agarwal

    Respiratory Therapist

    Priyashu moved from India during his high school years to his current hometown of Roselle, IL.  He then went on to graduate cum laud from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale, upon which time he earned his Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) license and his Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license.  He has spent the last three years working for Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Alexian Brothers Medical Center as a critical care therapist, obtaining experience in the ER, ICU, surgery unit, bariatric unit, pediatrics, and other areas.  In his free time, Priyashu loves playing cricket, racing cars, and spending time with family and friends.  He also enjoys traveling internationally when opportunity permits.

    Dan Hildebrandt

    Power Mobility Specialist

    Dan is a DeKalb native who has a mechanical engineering degree from Northern Illinois University.  He has been with Lehan’s since 2000 and now works primarily in the home medical equipment department, specializing in mobility equipment from canes, walkers, and manual wheelchairs, to power wheelchairs and scooters.  He is currently training in high-end rehabilitation equipment and assistive technologies to restore independence to people with disabilities.  Dan also manages all computers and other technological equipment at both locations and can easily fill in as a pharmacy technician if necessary.

    Cindy Hoffman

    Certified Fitting Specialist

    Cindy is a Board Certified Mastectomy Fitter and has been an important part of the staff at Lehan Drugs since 1969 in many different areas of the business. When Lehan Drugs expanded into home medical equipment, her compassionate nature and interest in women's health led her to training in pre and post mastectomy products and education to help an ever growing patient population. She is also certified as a custom fitter of Elvarex products for post surgical and congenital lymphedema patients, as well as over the counter compression stockings and garments for patients with venous insufficiencies and edema. Her past experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant enables her to assess her patients’ needs in other areas of the home medical equipment department as well.

    Karen Kuhn

    Pharmacist

    Karen is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy, and has been with Lehan's since 2009. Karen brings nearly 25 years of community pharmacy experience to the Lehan's pharmacy team. She has a special interest in using natural medicines, optimal nutrition, and homeopathy in helping patients maintain optimal health. She is also a certified pharmacist immunizer.


    Karen also has a great passion for animals, which has led to an interest in veterinary prescription compounding. She has completed continuing education in compounds and pharmaceutical care for veterinary patients through the Professional Compounding Centers of America, and is Lehan's expert in helping develop optimal formulations to effectively treat the unique needs of animal patients, both large and small.


    Karen lives in Campton Hills with her husband Dan, three dogs, and a cat. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren. You'll also find her riding her two horses, Windsor and Glory, and competing in both dressage and eventing.

     

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    Estelle Nguiffo

    Respiratory Therapist

    Originally from Cameroon, Estelle moved to the United States during her first year of college; first to Arkansas and then to Illinois. While working as a Certified Nurse Assistant, she attended the College of DuPage and Malcom X College where she earned a degree as a Certified Respiratory Therapist and became a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Estelle began her career as a Respiratory Therapist in a private clinic as a clinical educator for patients with asthma related issues, followed by time at Kishwaukee Community Hospital before joining the Lehan's team. Estelle’s greatest pleasure is ensuring each patient's complete satisfaction, which makes her a unique and passionate person. While not at work she enjoys her full time job as a wife and mom. In her spare time she enjoys watching movies.

    Sally Smoltich

    Certified Fitting Specialist

    Sally graduated from Northern Illinois University in 1979 with a B.S. in Fashion Merchandising.  With her degree she worked in the retail field until taking time off to raise her four daughters.  Upon returning to work outside the home, she joined the DeKalb School District as a substitute teacher and special education assistant where she was able to help students to succeed in a variety of situations.  Always wanting to return to using her college degree, Sally joined Lehan’s in 2009 to aide in the expansion of their Women’s Health Department & Boutique, where she has been instrumental in bringing in new lines of post-mastectomy products, apparel, and accessories, including hot flash sleepwear and sun protection hats.  Her desire to help women led to her becoming a Board Certified Mastectomy Fitter as well as a certified compression garment fitter, and she enjoys the opportunity to help women feel their best. When not at work, Sally enjoys the art of stamping, reading, and especially her new grandson!