Pharmacy Tricks and Tips

Read my MisterPharmacist segment in this piece in the GLOBE and MAIL! https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-how-professional-service-providers-can-delight-customers-and-deepen/?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=Referrer%3A%20Social%20Network%20%2F%20Media&utm_campaign=Shared%20Web%20Article%20Links&fbclid=IwAR0IdHnYbvn0_5pH0DfWWIs5Ll-HGI9THtauNoYca0_OWIZ8tVAL-vxNS2Y

Did you know that prescription drug costs in Canada are a major concern for many Canadians? According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, drug costs represent the second-largest share of healthcare spending in Canada, after hospitals. However, unlike most of your daily purchases, prescription drug prices aren’t advertised, and it can be challenging to […]

Preambule: During my extensive experience in the field of community pharmacy, I have encountered numerous situations where I strongly believe that patients should ask important questions to ensure their well-being. Recognizing the significance of patient education and empowerment, I have decided to embark on a new endeavor: a series of blogs and reels aimed at […]

This short blog will be discussing the increased responsibility of Ontario Pharmacists who began prescribing for minor ailments in January 2023, and why the general public should take advantage of it. We all want to live a long and healthy life; yet we often overlook the crucial part that pharmacists play in our healthcare system. […]

In Ontario, pharmacists have the ability to make changes to prescriptions in four helpful ways. Let me explain each one to you in more detail. The first way is by adapting the route of administration. This means that if a medication is normally taken as an oral tablet, but it’s difficult for the patient to […]

Exciting news coming your way! Starting July 1, 2023, there’s a big, positive change on the horizon for Ontario’s healthcare system. Some new amendments have been approved to O. Reg 202/94 (General) of the Pharmacy Act, 1991 that are going to make a world of difference for patients and pharmacy professionals alike. So, what’s all […]

Getting your medication quickly is a big concern, especially when it comes to balancing the accuracy of the prescription and health safety. In this blog post we explore what kind of issues come up with delivering prescriptions as fast as possible – not least because there’s no point if something goes wrong! We’ll take a […]

Once prescribing for minor ailments becomes a part of your pharmacist’s practice, there are a few things you should know. Your pharmacist will always follow a set of guidelines called the Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, and relevant Policies and Guidelines, including the College’s Virtual Care Policy. This ensures that you receive the best […]