The new Medicine Review Services contract not only represents a significant change to community pharmacy but it also provides a number of opportunities to pharmacy owners. Being a patient centered service it endeavours to improve the health of patients within the community and at the same time meet strategic targets developed by the Ministry of Health.

To prove the efficacy of the service it is essential that it is embraced fully by not only pharmacy but also by patients and other healthcare providers involved in their care. For the service to be judged a success it is necessary to provide consistent national data , this will ensure future funding and the potential for this service to develop further.

We hope the following tips will help you on your way to success.