Pharmacy Business

Advocacy for the pharmacy profession is really up to all of us
A friend of mine, who shall not remain anonymous (Tracey Phillips), mentioned something to me that really resonated the last time I saw her. She said so many of our leaders talk about advocacy from any number of daises, but the way it is presented by them makes the concept intimidating, perhaps overwhelming, to the average pharmacist.
Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy goes out of its way for patients
When Michael Holland first moved to Bridgewater, N.S., he knew he needed a good pharmacy. At 82 years old, Holland is on eight medications, has a pacemaker and suffers from osteoarthritis and chronic pain. A few bad experiences at the first pharmacy he tried (including lengthy lineups where he was forced to stand, and a mix-up on his prescription) prompted him to the next one on his list: Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy.

Pharmacists are talking about menopause

Over the past year I have run into many women who are frustrated by the conflicting information and advice (even among healthcare professionals) about perimenopause and menopause and what treatment options are available for this phase of life.
What Goldilocks teaches us about difficult pharmacy work

You know the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Remember the porridge that was just the right temperature and the bed that was just the right softness? The same goes for the work you give your pharmacy staff: they need to be challenged, without drowning or coasting.
Pets of pharmacy: Sidor

Lucky pharmacy student Emily has this energetic fluffball to share her nature walks, hikes and swims.
Caring for transgender and gender diverse patients

How pharmacists can create safer spaces and support gender-affirming care for their patients
Pharmpreneur of the week Stacey D'Angelo: "I thrive on problem-solving and breaking the mold."

As a pharmacist, I have always been passionate about providing a holistic approach to healthcare and deprescribing (even from my early days as a long-term care pharmacist!). Because the purpose and values of my business resonate with me, I can get excited to go to work every day.
Waste not, why not? From anesthetic gases to circular-use resource, hospitals need to green up their acts

Just how much waste do hospitals produce? At Collingwood General and Marine Hospital—a relatively small hospital with only 84 beds—23 tonnes of material end up as waste each month.
PTSBC hosts webinar on supporting patients with addictions

It's essential for healthcare workers to better understand how and why some people may go down the path of addiction.
Voting begins for two pharmacist positions on the Ontario College of Pharmacists' board

Registrants have until 5:00 p.m. EST on Aug. 2, 2023 to vote.

Advocacy for the pharmacy profession is really up to all of us

Bridgewater Guardian Pharmacy goes out of its way for patients

Pharmacists are talking about menopause

What Goldilocks teaches us about difficult pharmacy work

Pets of pharmacy: Sidor

Caring for transgender and gender diverse patients

Pharmpreneur of the week Stacey D'Angelo: "I thrive on problem-solving and breaking the mold."

Waste not, why not? From anesthetic gases to circular-use resource, hospitals need to green up their acts

PTSBC hosts webinar on supporting patients with addictions

Voting begins for two pharmacist positions on the Ontario College of Pharmacists' board