Infusion Services

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As a member of the Vital Care network of pharmacies, NuCara’s infusion services offer the comfort and convenience of safely administering infused or injectable medications at home or through our new infusion center. We are an independently certified sterile compounding pharmacy through rigorous ACHC accreditation. This certification ensures the highest standards are met in providing quality care for each and every patient. Contact us today to begin initial assessment and scheduling.

Home Infusions

  • Better at home, safer at home. NuCara is passionately committed to providing the comfort, safety and convenience of receiving infusible or injectable medications without leaving home. Patients recover faster, experience fewer complications, and reduce undue financial burdens. Skilled pharmacists and registered nurses will guide patients to a better quality of life. Contact us to see how home infusion is superior to prolonged stays in hospital or nursing facilities.

Infusion Centers

  • In our new infusion center, NuCara is able to provide personalized nursing care in a relaxed and convenient environment. We provide the most advanced infusion device technologies and close monitoring during and after the infusion. Through our membership with NICA ,we are proudly able to provide a safe and cost-effective infusion service alternative to hospital or large clinic settings.

NuCara provides Infusion therapy for the following conditions and more:

  • Immunodeficiency
  • Multiple Sclerosis/Neurological Disorders
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Total Parenteral Nutrition
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pulmonary
  • Infections (bacterial, fungal, viral)
  • Rare Disorders
  • Dermatological Conditions
  • Iron Deficiency
  • Please call regarding additional therapies
  • See our medication order forms below and a list of insurances.

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NuCara Infusion Center provides a comfortable, clinician supervised setting for patients receiving infused or injectable treatments. We provide a safe and cost-effective alternative to the hospital or larger clinic setting. Working under the guidance of infusion pharmacists and collaborating physicians, our highly skilled staff of nurse practitioners, registered nurses and administrative personnel provide the highest level of safety and comfort for patients who choose to be in our care. We proudly follow best practices as guided by The National Infusion Center Association (NICA).

Our center provides private or group settings to allow patients the option of how they would like to receive treatment. Amenities such as free streaming services, WiFi, warm blankets and a plentiful snack and beverage bar allow patients to enjoy all the comforts of home while visiting our clinic. Contact us to learn more about services offered at our infusion center.

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Meet Our Infusion Team

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David is our resident Oklahoma Sooner (don't hold that against him).  He enjoys finding solutions for patients and spending time with his family and friends.  David is also a Capricorn which means he's practical and rejects the practice of astrology completely.  He's fond of long walks in the lab.

David Faulkner, PharmD

  • Pharmacist-In-Charge
  • Phone: 512-543-4407
  • Toll Free: 866-968-2272
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Ty has been a pharmacy technician since 2004 and evacuated from Southeast Texas during Hurricane Rita to Austin in 2005.  He then quickly settled in, started a band and has been grateful for the opportunity to get to know many Austinites (old and new) over the years. His favorite hobbies include playing music, going to see live events, exploring fitness and spending time with his wife, kids & family dog, Louise.

Ty Boaze, CPhT

  • Pharmacy Manager & Compliance Officer
  • Phone: 512-543-4407
  • Toll Free: 866-968-2272

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Carlos has over 12 years of home infusion experience, focusing on patient care to ensure positive outcomes for our patients.  He integrates communication and coordination with physicians, nurses, and case managers to provide the patient with high-quality care.  Carlos enjoys the challenges of starting newly approved therapies on patients for both home infusion and our clinic-based infusion center. In his free time Carlos enjoys homebrewing, mountain biking, and attending both Texas football and Austin FC futbol.

Carlos Garcia, PharmD

  • Director of Infusion
  • Phone: 512-543-4407

    Toll Free: 866-968-2272

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Nicole has been working in various areas of healthcare for over 10 years with a strong passion for quality patient care and advocacy. In her spare time, she enjoys live music and volunteering with a local animal rescue group.

Nicole Fearon, MA, CPhT

  • Infusion Services Manager
  • Phone: 512-543-4407

    Toll Free: 866-968-2272

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Christina has been a member of NuCara’s team since 2015. She ensures that our patients can achieve health in the comfort of their homes through compassionate care and communication with healthcare providers. She enjoys making people feel at ease and know they can count on us to be there, always. She spends her downtime with her husband and family, taking day trips, exploring new foods and collecting plants.

Christina Messer, CPhT

  • Hospital Liaison
  • cmesser@nucara.com
  • Phone: 512-543-4407
  • Cell: 512-568-9517
  • Fax: 512-524-1801
  • Toll Free: 866-968-2272
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In 2011, Daniel Dougharty became a member of the NuCara team, in the role of Business Development.  He is passionately committed to our mission, his team, and his family.  In his off time, Daniel enjoys spending time with his wife and son, listening to and playing music, working in his shop, outdoor activities, and traveling.

Daniel Dougharty

  • Business Development, Hospital Liaison
  • ddougharty@nucara.com
  • Phone: 512-543-4407
  • Cell: 512-284-0304
  • Fax: 512-524-1801
  • Toll Free: 866-968-2272
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Bio coming soon!

Mollie Stanley, APRN, MSN, FNP-C

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Phone: 512-543-4407

    Toll Free: 866-968-2272

Ashley Webber, CPhT, Infusion Technician

Bio coming soon!

Ashley Webber, CPhT

  • Infusion Technician
  • Phone: 512-543-4407
  • Toll Free: 866-968-2272
Ana Funes, CPhT Infusion Technician

Ana is a cheerful person that has great interpersonal skills. Her ability to make our patients feel like a part of the family gives NuCara the small town feel that we all love. Outside of work, Ana spends her time with her husband and beautiful baby girl and when she has time, will curl up with a good book.

Ana Funes, CPhT

  • Infusion Technician
  • Phone: 512-543-4407
  • Toll Free: 866-968-2272

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