Tag: Pharmacist referral

Studies have consistently shown that integrating pharmacists into the healthcare team can significantly improve patient outcomes, particularly for those with chronic diseases. This growing trend is one of many reasons why a doctor would refer you to a pharmacist, leveraging their advanced training in medication therapy management to enhance your overall care and health.

In one study, pharmacist interventions on prescribing errors resulted in a median of 39 intercepted errors per 1,000 patient days [1.8.2]. Knowing when you must refer customers to the pharmacist is a critical skill for any pharmacy team member to ensure patient safety and proper medication use.