The Retail Pharmacy Environment Evolves, but Does the Pharmacist’s Role?

It is no secret that the large retail pharmacy chains have been expanding their services over the past few years, with CVS Health adding Health Hubs and Minute-Clinics and Walgreens acquiring VillageMD. Even Amazon has gotten into the game with OneMedical retail locations. Previously, Intellus reported that the main driver for patients seeking healthcare needs is convenience, where these pharmacy initiatives tap into that need.

This article looks to explore from the retail pharmacist point of view how they have seen the retail pharmacy environment change over the last several years and what their role will be as it continues to evolve. 

Authored by Intellus Worldwide's Trend and Future Committee Members Jarod Ricci, GSK Global Strategic Insights Head General Medicines & Abbey Ahearn, Partner, HawkPartners, read full article here ...

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