The Best Practices and Solutions to Pharmacy Waste Management

Introduction The incorrect management of pharmaceutical waste is becoming more and more popular among pharmacies and hospitals. This is not only a threat to employees in the workplace, but also to the surrounding environment and the increased infection risk it holds.   Your facility must have proper waste management guidelines in place to avoid any of […]

Choosing the Right Pharmacy to Buy: Assessing Your Options

Introduction Buying a pharmacy may seem daunting. The key is to look at the qualities that a successful one possesses and branch out from there. With a strong base of background knowledge on the subject, pharmacists can become very accomplished while having an independent pharmacy practice. It is becoming more common that pharmacists are parting […]

How to Boost Medication Adherence in Your Pharmacy

Introduction Medication adherence is one of the most difficult yet crucial parts of adequate patient care in the pharmaceutical industry. Patients are required to take their medication to notice a difference in their health but this can be a challenging hurdle for many.  With new technology always coming out, medication adherence strategies are constantly evolving […]

The Future of Drug Diversion in the Pharmacy Industry

Introduction In the pharmacy industry, patient safety is a top priority. And that means ensuring the right medications end up in the right hands to be used as prescribed.  Unfortunately, drug diversion poses a major threat to the industry. The illegal distribution or misuse of prescription drugs is becoming increasingly common. Its impact on public […]

The Top Benefits of Pharmacy Consulting

Introduction Pharmacy consulting can be overlooked by healthcare professionals regardless of its importance. Consultant pharmacists play a considerable role in helping patients understand and adhere to their regimens, transition of care situations, promoting compliance, and so much more.  The need for pharmacy consultants is climbing with the increase in the number of senior citizens and […]

Updates to USP 800 Regulations: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know

Introduction The healthcare landscape is always evolving. And that’s why it’s crucial for healthcare professionals to stay up to date on the latest regulations and guidelines to prioritize patient safety and ensure compliance. One important set of regulations that has garnered attention in recent years is USP 800. These standards for handling hazardous drugs in […]

The Latest Trends in Pharmacy Automation

Introduction The healthcare industry is constantly evolving and improving thanks to new technologies, especially for pharmacies. Pharmacies require many different systems to stay precise, accurate, and timely so it is important to always stay up to date with the latest technology when it comes to this profession.  Pharmacy automation has been at the forefront of […]

Ensuring Compliance with USP 797 Guidelines for Sterile Compounding

Introduction Safety is always a top priority for pharmacists, and an important component of it is sterile compounding. This involves the safe and sterile preparation of medications in a clean environment to prevent contamination. Compounded medications help meet the unique needs of patients who may not have access to the correct treatment regarding specific dosing […]

SOLVING THE PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SHORTAGE

Learn how three health systems enhanced their recruiting, retention and career advancement efforts to tackle the industry’s ongoing shortage. It’s no secret that healthcare systems across the nation have struggled with a shortage of pharmacy technicians in recent years. But how is the industry responding to this critical challenge? Visante interviewed pharmacy leaders from three […]

Packaging Matters

Contributor: Julia West, PharmD, BCPS, MBADirector of Inpatient Pharmacy, Greater Baltimore Medical Center In today’s fast-paced world of new pharmaceutical products and evolving patient care needs, supply chain challenges, and medication shortages, the ability to balance the above components is often a key to survival for any pharmacy dispensing business or production environment. Inpatient, outpatient […]