About Us

Holistic Mental Health Support for a Balanced Life

ZipMedsRx was developed and is backed by trusted medical professionals who have been treating patients—and helping them navigate their travel health needs—for decades. What started as a passion project of Dr. Amir Herman is now a solution for every traveler. Having seen firsthand the frustration and anxiety caused when people get sick away from home, Dr. Herman set out to create a reliable, prescription-strength travel medical kit that gives you confidence wherever you go.
Dr. Amir Herman
Supervising Physician & Medical Advisor

Dr. Amir Herman

Born in Israel and raised in New York, Dr. Amir Herman brings over two decades of medical experience in family medicine, urgent care, and occupational health. Board-certified by both the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians and the American Board of Obesity Medicine, Dr. Herman has cared for generations of patients through his long-standing practice in East Northport, New York.

Over the years, Dr. Herman has helped countless patients prepare for travel—offering practical, preventive guidance and treatment for common illnesses encountered abroad. His hands-on experience managing real-world travel-related health concerns inspired his work with ZipMedsRx, where he serves as the supervising physician responsible for reviewing and approving each customer order.

In his role, Dr. Herman ensures that every prescription within ZipMedsRx kits meets the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and medical appropriateness. His oversight gives travelers confidence that their medications are physician-approved and clinically sound—backed by decades of trusted patient care and a deep understanding of what it takes to stay healthy while away from home.

Meet our team

The Pharmacists

Mitchell Melone, RPh

Vanco Pharmacy, Huntington, NY

Prescriptions in your ZipMed package are processed by Vanco Pharmacy, a New York pharmacy established in 1975. The professional staff includes licensed pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with over 100 years of combined experience. Your health, trust and privacy are our utmost concern. We welcome this opportunity to serve you.

Michael Piampiano, RPh

Dr. Michael Piampiano is an 18-year pharmacist who graduated from St. John’s University in 2007 and has worked in the pharmacy field since 2000. His career spans community and long-term care pharmacy, beginning in major retail chains before transitioning to long-term care and ultimately purchasing Town Drugs of East Northport in 2019. The pharmacy, serving the community for over 30 years, is supported by a healthcare team dedicated to helping patients navigate today’s complex healthcare system. Dr. Piampiano remains committed to patient-centered care, believing that simple solutions often create the greatest impact. It is his mission—and privilege—to serve the community.



Medical Professional Backed, Seamless Care
ZipMedsRx is where expertise meets simplicity. Our physician-pharmacist team has designed each kit using clinically proven, prescription-grade medications that directly address the most common travel-related health issues. Every item is selected with your safety in mind, backed by decades of experience treating patients in real-world settings.