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CVS and Walgreens Walkouts: What Independent Pharmacies Should Know

Digital Pharmacist

By understanding what led retail pharmacy team members to take these drastic actions, we can look at what independent pharmacies can do to avoid similar issues and also how independents can help members of these communities affected by the closures of retail chains.

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Advancing Healthcare Accessibility: Point-of-Care Testing in Independent Pharmacies

Digital Pharmacist

Independent pharmacies have emerged as pivotal players in this arena, offering point-of-care testing (POCT) services that not only enhance healthcare accessibility but also alleviate the strain on hospitals and healthcare systems. Benefits of Pharmacy-Based POCT The benefits of POCT in independent pharmacies are vast.

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Pharmacy-to-Pharmacy Messaging

PioneerRx

In the world of independent pharmacy, communication is key. This doesn’t just apply to communication with patients but also with other providers.

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Two-Way Messaging

PioneerRx

As independent pharmacies adapt to changes in patient needs and shifts in the industry, efficient communication is a constant that will always be essential.

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Progress on the Research and Innovation Institute

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

Committee members, who will serve for a period of two years, convened to discuss current challenges for the practice and regulation of pharmacy, operation and development of the Institute, communications regarding the Institute, and proposal submissions. Recommend additional goals that should be considered.

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Common Painpoints to Avoid When Shopping for Pharmacy Software

Digital Pharmacist

A pharmacy software program not only maximizes work efficiency but is also related to patient outcomes. The software system can have an effect on patients since pharmacists utilize the software for a variety of reasons from dispensing medications to communicating with patients.

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Ensuring Compliance, Catching Fraud: A Regular Day on the Job for Kansas Board Inspector

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

I have worked as a pharmacist for a large chain of retail pharmacies and a chain of independent pharmacies, and as a pharmacist-in-charge (PIC) for a large hospital pharmacy. I owned a retail pharmacy for 21 years. What tools or skills are a must-have in a pharmacy inspector’s toolkit?