Breaking Down Three Critical Patient Connection Barriers – Part 2

2 days ago Monica Abel

Communication, beyond simply great services, is likely the top way for an independent pharmacy to bust through patient connection barriers. But beyond going back to grad school to master health literacy, what are key methods we can use to ensure our…

September 19, 2019Breaking Down Three Critical Patient Connection Barriers – Part 2

First Rate Patient Care Part 1: 3 Steps to Breaking Barriers

2 weeks ago Monica Abel

While drug makers are working to develop medications and make them more marketable, physicians and providers are doing double-duty ensuring patients receive the medications and therapies best suited for their individual needs. And these events open o…

September 9, 2019First Rate Patient Care Part 1: 3 Steps to Breaking Barriers

Current News Coverage Summary

2 weeks ago Monica Abel

Your PA Community Pharmacies_Sept Your PA Community Pharmacies is a coalition of your independent pharmacies across Pennsylvania, who take pride in being long-standing members of the community. Check out the above link for current news articles a…

September 9, 2019Current News Coverage Summary

Building your Pharmacy’s Top Talent Pool

1 month ago Susan Bertot

Unemployment rates in the US are at their lowest in decades. This is great news for the economy; however, it can result in complications when attempting to fill open positions in your pharmacy. Click to read more: Building Your Pharmacy's Top Tale…

August 7, 2019Building your Pharmacy’s Top Talent Pool

USP Assessment of Risk Templates Available Now

2 months ago Monica Abel

NCPA has developed a blank USP <800> risk assessment template, and a sample template for testosterone, to help you create your own risk assessments for each hazardous drug as required by USP <800>. USP General Chapter <800>'s implem…

July 30, 2019USP Assessment of Risk Templates Available Now

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Support DIR Reform

With both PA senators on the Finance Committee, this is the time to reach out on DIR Reform! NACDS RXImpact has setup a letter writing and phone bank campaign to have all pharmacies express their need for relief

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Social Media Tips

Consider launching a pharmacy Instagram account–Include exciting new product lines, monthly specials, or themed endcaps.

Link all of your social media posts to your website. It will move you up in internet search engines, making you easier to find.

Fall Pharmacy Projects

Check your light timers and adjust for the shortening hours of daylight.

Use a bit of tape and mark the date that you placed a display on the counter.

Tidy and restock your greeting card and readers sections daily.

Take time to dust your shelves and clean them of any smudges or dirt. Don’t forget the kick plates!

Flu and Immunization prep time!

Assign someone on your pharmacy team to focus on forms, supplies, signs and how best to market and promote immunizations/Flu shots.

Get ready for walk in flu shots. Have an area for the shots stocked with supplies and update your intake form.

Add a question on your flu intake form to see if patients are up to date on Tetanus and pneumonia shots. Helps both patients and your revenue.

Train all staff on immunization procedures and assign responsibility for daily maintenance.

September Pharmacy Tips

Arthritis relief center with OTC pain relief, creams, therapeutic gloves, hot and cold packs

Highlight a “Sore Throat HQ” section with a sign highlighting lozenges, throat numbing sprays and immune boosters.

Create a “Stress Remedies” end cap with essential oils, vitamins, teas, Rescue Remedy, cbd products

Sore Throat HQ end cap Look for local vendors you can partner with in the pharmacy. Promote “shop local”

Use a delivery flyer to introduce patients to your adherence options and invite them to talk to your pharmacist.

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