Opinion
Let’s step forward together
A GP’s call for collaboration with pharmacists is welcome, but must mutual respect is vital, writes Anthony Tassone The call by RACGP stalwart and former Vice President, Dr. Edwin Kruys …
Diversity in the pharmacy
Age, gender, race, sexuality or physical ability should not exclude an individual, but rather be seen as a valuable asset, writes Sam Flood Like all millennials, I have been fortunate …
20 tips from 20 years
Last week marked the 20th anniversary of the purchase of our first pharmacy, writes Cathie Reid To mark the occasion, I wanted to share the top 20 tips and lessons …
A concerning report
The recent methotrexate inquest indicates a real need for universities to provide assertiveness training during pharmacy courses, writes Jeff Lerner AJP’s report, “A ‘needless and entirely preventable’ death: Coroner” is …
How can Australia stop the opioid epidemic before it’s too late?
How can GPs and pharmacists work to address the issue of opioid prescribing in Australia? asks Michael Wong Australia is currently facing a significant opioid epidemic, with a staggering amount …
Moving beyond turf wars
Sniping and insults from GP representatives will not stop advocacy for evidence-based role expansion of pharmacists to deliver more accessible healthcare, writes Anthony Tassone The decision by delegates at the recent …
Changing the script for residential care
Will paperless scripts impact the services pharmacies offer to residential care facilities? Anthony Tassone says changes are needed if pharmacy is to avoid legal and financial issues The middle of …
Drug policy reform: the Portuguese decriminalisation model
Net harm from drug use has plummeted since Portugal changed the way it tackles the problem, writes Angelo Pricolo On a rainy night in Sydney this week one man representing …
The inevitable rise of biosimilars
In the latest in our series based on 2017 UTS Pharmacy Barometer results, John Montgomery looks at how pharmacists view the riding tide of biosimilar medicines There’s little doubt biosimilar …
The role of pharmacists in pain management
All pharmacists have the opportunity to start conversations with their patients about pain, and about their analgesic medications, writes Benita Suckling Working in an opioid stewardship role, I’ve witnessed first-hand …
Getting into practice
Does the AMA’s support for pharmacists working in general practice represent a policy shift for the doctor’s organisation, or is something else at play? asks Anthony Tassone A recent article …
Pharmacists working in general practice: an opportunity to improve medication safety
Pharmacists should be grabbing opportunities to positively impact on the health of patients with both hands, write Dr Shane Jackson and Dr Chris Freeman Dr Shane Jackson, National President of …