THE role and significance of community pharmacy in regional areas was a key focus of discussion for the Nationals leader David Littleproud during last week's visit to Orana Mall Pharmacy as part of a regional tour.
Littleproud was also joined by Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, where they met with Life Pharmacy Group pharmacist, and Managing Partner, Lisa Gibson to discuss regional resourcing, scope of practice, and 60 Day Dispensing.
"It was great to have both David and Mark spend time at Orana Mall Pharmacy, and see firsthand what we do in community pharmacy in the country, as well as speak with the staff, and learn about what services we provide those in the Central West region," Gibson said.
The politicians also met with pharmacy intern Uzair Qamar, who chose Dubbo as the location for his placement due to the pharmacy's community focus.
Coulton received his influenza and COVID vaccinations in-store.
The visit was timely as the 8th Community Pharmacy Agreement (8CPA) is being negotiated, and is due to commence in Jul.
The 8CPA will invest up to an additional $3 billion in community pharmacy (PD 18 Mar). JG
Pictured (L-R): Orana Mall pharmacist Mollie Gersbach, Coulton, Gibson, and Littleproud.
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