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5 Ways to Prepare for a Successful 2023 at Your Pharmacy

Digital Pharmacist

People used to consider the pharmacy as a place to fill their prescriptions, but, pharmacies and pharmacists do much more than prepare medications. Most people fill their medication and medicinal devices from their local community pharmacies. Additional Pharmacy Services. OTC Products. Customer Specific Service.

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CVS and Walgreens Walkouts: What Independent Pharmacies Should Know

Digital Pharmacist

Walgreens organizers are not only planning walkouts and rallies but are also considering pushing for unionization for pharmacy staff who are not currently represented by one. Encourage open communication with your staff to address their concerns. Offer resources and support for mental health, and implement measures to prevent burnout.

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The Pharmacy Show 2024: The Ultimate Guide

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The Pharmacy Show is the largest dedicated trade show and educational conference in the UK for the community and primary care pharmacy sector. With so many pharmacists, pharmacy managers and owners all attending, this is an amazing opportunity to learn and network.

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10 Ways to Reduce Medication Errors at Your Pharmacy

Digital Pharmacist

Time and time again we hear how the pharmacy profession, especially community pharmacy roles, is extremely stressful. Communicate with patients to record any known drug allergies in the system. Reduce Stress. Medication errors can also occur when liver and renal function are not considered. Consider Allergies.

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8 Ways to Reduce Medication Errors at Your Pharmacy

Digital Pharmacist

Reduce Stress Time and time again we hear how the pharmacy profession, especially community pharmacy roles, is extremely stressful. Consider Allergies Communicate with patients to record any known drug allergies in the system. Patients with liver and renal dysfunction need dose adjustments otherwise toxicity can occur.

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Leveraging Technology to Optimize Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services

Digital Pharmacist

Efficient time management for pharmacy teams Saves time & reduces administrative cost Two-Way Messaging and Communication Effective communication is key to successful MTM services. The post Leveraging Technology to Optimize Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services appeared first on Digital Pharmacist.

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Episode 727: Dealing with and preventing negative interactions with other professionals

Pharmacy Joe

Perhaps it was when trying to deliver a recommendation to a physician, ask a question of a nurse, or communicate with another pharmacist. How I deal with negative interactions has been heavily influenced by “Pharmacy Chris.” Such interactions are few and far between, but it is helpful to have a way to deal with them when they do occur.