Two pharmacists sanctioned for alcohol-related issues

By: Clark Kauffman

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: March 16, 2026

Words: 711

Last Updated: 4 months, 2 weeks ago


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Two Iowa-licensed pharmacists are facing sanctions for alcohol-related issues.

In the first case, pharmacist Benajmin Grote, 50, who now lives in Fremont, Nebraska, recently agreed to surrender his Iowa pharmacist’s license.

Records from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services indicate that Grote has a long history of licensing issues, beginning in 2007 when he was charged with unprofessional conduct. He was accused of sending a sexually suggestive email to a person the board …

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