THE PHARMACY CRISIS
Pharmacy Today
It
is no secret that healthcare costs are rapidly rising. The pharmacy department
is not exempt from these cost pressures. Several factors in the pharmacy
signal increased costs - influx of new drugs, increased medications prescribed
for clients, mandatory Doctorate of Pharmacy degree resulting in fewer
graduates; ability to train, keep and retain highly qualified staff, and
increasing salaries for pharmacists. In addition to these issues, there
are many other less obvious costs such as ensuring compliance with legal
and safety issues, staff training, and administrative problems that contribute
to the pharmacy crisis. The answer to these issues is "Active Pharmacy
Management." While this concept is not new, it is integral to ensure a
successful pharmacy. Advanced Pharmaceutical Consultants, Inc. is your
cost- effective alternative, specializing in solutions to make the pharmacy
dilemma tolerable.