Consultation skills development in general practice: findings from a qualitative study of newly recruited and more experienced clinical pharmacists during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The new structured medication review (SMR) service was introduced into the National Health Service in England during the COVID-19 pandemic, following a major expansion of clinical pharmacists within new formations known as primary care networks (PCNs). The aim of the SMR is to tackle problematic polypharmacy through comprehensive, personalised medication reviews involving shared decision-making. Investigation of clinical pharmacists' perceptions of training needs and skills acquisition issues for person-centred consultation practice will help better understand their readiness for these new roles.

Design

A longitudinal interview and observational study in general practice.

Setting and participants

A longitudinal study of 10 newly recruited clinical pharmacist

SUBMITTER: Madden M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10439346 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature