Pharmacy Times January 20, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Pharmacy technicians are gaining leadership roles on state boards, offering unique insights into technician responsibilities and patient safety.
- States like New Hampshire and South Carolina have added technician seats to their boards, promoting inclusivity and community engagement.
- Technicians like Nichole Foster and Bradley Miller are actively shaping policies and advocating for technician involvement in regulatory decisions.
- Technician representation on boards ensures informed decisions, fostering collaboration with pharmacists and addressing evolving healthcare challenges.
Increased technician involvement also improves patient care nationwide.
Pharmacy technicians are increasingly stepping into leadership roles, serving on state boards of pharmacy, and helping shape the profession’s future. Traditionally, pharmacy boards have primarily included pharmacists and other health care professionals. However, with the expanded...