scholarly journals Experience Developing a Community Pharmacy Practice-based Research Network

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Margie E. Snyder ◽  
Caitlin K. Frail ◽  
Lindsey V. Seel ◽  
Kyle E. Hultgren
Keyword(s):  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Medication Use ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Community Pharmacies ◽  
Safety Research ◽  
Community Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Review Team ◽  
Practice Based Research

In 2010, the Purdue University College of Pharmacy established the Medication Safety Research Network of Indiana (Rx-SafeNet), the first practice-based research network (PBRN) in Indiana comprised solely of community pharmacies. In the development of Rx-SafeNet and through our early project experiences, we identified several "lessons learned." We share our story and what we learned in an effort to further advance the work of the greater PBRN community. We have formed the infrastructure for Rx-SafeNet, including an Executive Committee, Advisory Board, member pharmacies/site coordinators, and Project Review Team. To date, 22 community pharmacies have joined and we have recently completed data collection for the network's first project. Lessons learned during the development of Rx-SafeNet may benefit PBRNs nationally. Although community pharmacy PBRNs are not yet commonplace in the U.S., we believe their development and subsequent research efforts serve as an important avenue for investigating medication use issues.   Type: Idea Paper

scholarly journals Lesson Learned in the Growth and Maturation Stages of a Community Pharmacy Practice-Based Research Network: Experiences of the Medication Safety Research Network of Indiana (Rx-SafeNet)

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Ann Kozak ◽  
Stephanie A. Gernant ◽  
Heather M. Hemmeger ◽  
Margie E. Snyder
Keyword(s):  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Medication Safety ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Safety Research ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Community Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Practice Based Research ◽  
Maturation Stages

Community pharmacy practice-based research networks (CP PBRNs) are a relatively new arena for pharmacists. While some lessons may be gleaned from primary care PBRNs, the experiences of CP PBRNs have much to offer the profession in terms of organization and practice. In 2012, we reported on our early experiences developing the Medication Safety Research Network of Indiana (RxSafeNet) after establishing the Network in 2010. Over the past 3 years, our CP PBRN of approximately 180 members has managed further growth by revisiting policies and procedures, maintaining CP PBRN member relationships, and preparing for financial sustainability. We look forward to furthering our CP PBRN projects in the coming years and collaborating with other CP PBRNs to enhance medication safety in Indiana and beyond.   Type: Original Research

Uptake of Quality-Related Event Standards of Practice by Community Pharmacies

2014 ◽  
Vol 28 (5) ◽  
pp. 442-449 ◽  
Author(s):  
Todd A. Boyle ◽  
Andrea C. Bishop ◽  
Craig Overmars ◽  
Kaleigh MacMaster ◽  
Thomas Mahaffey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Community Pharmacies ◽  
Related Event ◽  
Near Misses ◽  
Standards Of Practice ◽  
Community Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Prescription Volume

Quality-related events (QREs), including medication errors and near misses, are an inevitable part of community pharmacy practice. As QREs have significant implications for patient safety, pharmacy regulatory authorities across North America are increasing their expectations regarding QRE reporting and learning. Such expectations, commonly encapsulated as standards of practice (SoP), vary greatly between pharmacy jurisdictions and may range from the simple requirement to document QREs occurring within the pharmacy, all the way to requiring that quality improvement plans have been put in place. This research explores the uptake of QRE reporting and learning SoP and how this uptake varies based on pharmacy characteristics including location, prescription volume, and pharmacy type. Secondary data analysis of 91 community pharmacy assessments in Nova Scotia, Canada, was used to explore uptake of QRE standards. Overall, pharmacies are performing relatively well on reporting QREs. However, despite initial success with basic QRE reporting, community pharmacy uptake of QRE learning activities is lagging.

Pharmaceutical Care in Community Pharmacies: Practice and Research from Around the World

2005 ◽  
Vol 39 (9) ◽  
pp. 1539-1541 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen B Farris ◽  
Fernando Fernandez-Llimos ◽  
SI (Charlie) Benrimoj
Keyword(s):  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Pharmaceutical Care ◽  
Research Agenda ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Cognitive Services ◽  
Community Pharmacy Practice ◽  
The World ◽  
Practice Based Research ◽  
The Status ◽  
Care Models

Pharmaceutical care models and practices differ in various countries. Reimbursement for cognitive services, for example, varies across countries in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Practice-based research has blossomed in many countries, with different emphases and challenges. This international series will describe the organization of community pharmacy within the healthcare system and report the status of practice-based research. Each paper will focus on one country. The series will conclude with a summary by the series editors describing the key themes across the papers, outlining milestones yet to be achieved, and proposing a research agenda for community pharmacy practice.

scholarly journals The Danish Network for Community Pharmacy Practice Research and Development

Pharmacy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 114
Author(s):  
Alaa Burghle ◽  
Rikke Nørgaard Hansen ◽  
Lotte Stig Nørgaard ◽  
Ulla Hedegaard ◽  
Susanne Bendixen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Practice Research ◽  
Community Pharmacies ◽  
Development Projects ◽  
Pharmacy Practice Research ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Community Pharmacy Practice

The community pharmacy has a number of attributes that makes it an excellent setting for research and development projects, as it is a highly accessible part of the healthcare system and is staffed by highly trained health care professionals. The big turnover in patients in the community pharmacy makes it possible to reach a great number of patients and collect a lot of data in a relatively short time. However, conducting nation-wide research and development projects can be a rather time-consuming process for the individual community pharmacy, and can thus require collaboration with other community pharmacies and researchers. This will help ensure strong results and better implementation. Thus, the Danish Network for Community Pharmacy Practice for Research and Development (NUAP) was established in Denmark by a number of highly committed community pharmacies and researchers. NUAP consists of 102 member pharmacy owners in addition to a number of researchers. The aim of the network is to strengthen pharmacy practice and pharmacy practice research in Denmark by providing a forum where community pharmacy practitioners and researchers meet and work together. The network is led by a steering committee elected by the members in the network.

scholarly journals Establishing the Medication Safety Research Network of Indiana (Rx-SafeNet): Perspectives of Community Pharmacy Employees

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lindsey V. Seel ◽  
Kyle E. Hultgren ◽  
Margie E. Snyder
Keyword(s):  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Medication Safety ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Support Staff ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Safety Research ◽  
Interest Levels

The objective of this cross-sectional survey was to determine community pharmacy employee research project priorities and assess interest levels, barriers, and facilitators to joining a new community pharmacy practice-based research network (PBRN) and use this information in subsequent PBRN development. One hundred forty pharmacists and 40 support staff responded. The majority (72%) of respondents were somewhat interested or needed more information to determine their level of interest in joining a PBRN; 15% were very interested. While all research topics were regarded as important, dispensing errors were rated as the most important. Time constraints were considered the greatest barrier to participation. Greater knowledge of medication safety, enrichment of patient care, and improved patient and provider relationships were considered important reasons for joining a PBRN. Responses indicated favorable interest levels and project support from potential network members, though education and awareness campaigns are needed to enhance community pharmacy employee understanding of and involvement in research and PBRNs, specifically the Medication Safety Research Network of Indiana (Rx-SafeNet), a new network administered by the Purdue University College of Pharmacy. While the generalizability of survey results is limited, they were useful in determining policies and procedures of the new network. Surveying all employees involved in the future PBRN during the network development process is a unique approach to developing these types of networks in the U.S. Understanding support staff perspectives is important considering the critical role they play in project implementation and operations. Emerging PBRNs from any discipline may benefit from considering adding this step to their development.   Type: Original Research

scholarly journals Stakeholder-Guided Formation of a Statewide Community Pharmacy Practice-Based Research Network

Pharmacy ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 118
Author(s):  
Joni C. Carroll ◽  
Melissa Somma McGivney ◽  
Kim C. Coley
Keyword(s):  
Community Pharmacy ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Patient Engagement ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Research Participation ◽  
The United States ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Practice Based Research

Community pharmacies across the United States are forming clinically integrated networks (CINs) to facilitate the provision of patient-centered care. These networks need to continually innovate and demonstrate how their patient care services positively impact health outcomes. One way to do this is to develop a practice-based research network (PBRN) in partnership with existing CINs to perform robust outcome evaluations. The objective of this study was to learn pharmacists’ opinions on participating in research to facilitate the formation of a community pharmacy PBRN in Pennsylvania. A 20-item survey gathered information on pharmacists’ research interests, perceived benefits of research participation, and preferences on communication and patient engagement. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests were used to analyze quantitative data. Seventy-three participants completed the survey, with 47% representing independent pharmacies. The majority (96%) were interested in research opportunities and 86% believed improving workflow and patient care was the most valuable benefit. Eighty percent of pharmacists reported it is very important to demonstrate that pharmacists care about making patients’ health better. Connecting pharmacists with other health care providers was reported as very important by 75% of respondents. Pharmacists reported face-to-face communication (76%) as their preferred way to approach patients about research and 72% supported using student pharmacists to assist with patient engagement. The results from this study can inform others who are structuring processes and developing communication strategies for community pharmacy PBRNs, particularly in partnership with CINs.

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