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Breaking the Mold: Unveiling the Dynamic Role of Community Pharmacists in Ambulatory Care

Pharmacy Is Right For Me

There is a common misconception that all community pharmacies are alike, and that most of what community pharmacists do is count pills. This could not be further from the truth and Dr. Mohanad Znbaqa’s story will demonstrate just how versatile a career practicing in a community pharmacy can be!

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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. While it offers moderate sensitivity, recent FDA regulations mandate higher sensitivity thresholds.

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Polypharmacy and ageing

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

In order to reduce the number of drug-related problems, much effort has been directed at identification of potentially inappropriate medicines (PIMs) and measures to reduce prescribing of high-risk drugs, said Professor Tobias Dreischulte (Institute of Family Practice and General Medicine, LMU Hospital, Munich, Germany).