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Opioids
Cropped shot of two pharmacists checking products while working together in a dispensary Destruction of Controlled Substances: Expectations from Health Canada

This Pharmacy Connection article addresses the handling and destruction of unserviceable stock and post-consumer returns containing controlled substances. more >>

Practice Insight
Mature pharmacist hands a mid adult woman a prescription medication. The pharmacist reviews instructions for taking the medication. Assessing Pediatric Prescriptions

This Pharmacy Connection article explores recent complaints to the College related to pediatric prescriptions.more >>

EDI
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores key things you should know about the new Human Rights Policy that is now in effect.more >>

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Pharmacy Operations
inside a pharmacy We’re Piloting Changes to Operational Assessments: Look for an Expanded Focus on the Standards of Practice

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses a new pilot project with operational assessments.more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (July 2025)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between April 2025 and June 2025.more >>

EDI
Group of cheerful people in line of different culture, ethnic, body type, gender, sexual orientation, age Understanding the Duty to Accommodate as a Healthcare Professional 

This Pharmacy Connection article provides a high-level understanding of the duty to accommodate as understood by the Ontario Human Rights Commission.more >>

EDI
Group of lgbt people holding hands outside - Diverse happy friends Understanding the Meaning of Discrimination and Harassment in Ontario

This Pharmacy Connection article provides a high-level understanding of the terms discrimination and harassment as understood by the Ontario Human Rights Code.more >>

EDI
Building Blocks of Understanding Defining Discrimination, Harassment, and the Duty to Accommodate: The Building Blocks of the Human Rights Policy

This Pharmacy Connection article addresses three key terms and concepts that each registrant should understand. more >>

Registration
Portrait of Malaysian female and male health specialists standing in hospital pharmacy, looking at camera holding a supply of medication PACE Assessor Naomi Lim on Assessing the Next Generation of Pharmacy Technicians

This Pharmacy Connection article covers Naomi Lim's experience as a PACE assessor for pharmacy technician applicants. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (March 2025)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between November 2024 and March 2025.more >>

Medication Safety
Female pharmacists talking with customer, holding prescription in hand. They are standing in pharmacy. Strategies to Reduce Methadone-Related Medication Events

This Pharmacy Connection article provides insights from the AIMS Program and shares strategies to reduce methadone-related medication events. more >>

EDI
pharmacist with pride flag Supporting Gender Diversity within Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection article shares tips, examples, and education opportunities that pharmacy professionals can use to support the provision of affirming and respectful care for gender diverse patients.more >>

Registration
Shot of a group of businesspeople holding questions marks in front of their faces Common Questions About PACE for Pharmacy Technician Applicants Answered

This Pharmacy Connection article shares responses to commonly asked questions about PACE for pharmacy technician applicants. more >>

Scope of Practice
A customer listens carefully to a pharmacist's advice concerning their prescription. Renewing Prescriptions: Five Important Reminders for Pharmacists

This Pharmacy Connection article covers key requirements and responsibilities for renewing prescriptions. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (December 2024)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between September 2024 and December 2024.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist woman and writing on medicine checklist Verbal Prescriptions Present Additional Miscommunication Risks

This Pharmacy Connection article reflects on how effective communication between physicians and pharmacists is critical to ensure optimal patient outcomes. more >>

Medication Safety
Hand Holding Insulin Injection Pen On Blue Background Preventing Ozempic®-Related Medication Events

This Pharmacy Connection article shares data from the AIMS program on Ozempic®-related incidents and recommendations to minimize errors in the future.more >>

Practice Insight
Bottles of vaccine for Influenza Virus, Respiratory Syncytial virus and Covid-19 for vaccination Practice Insight: Administering the Correct Vaccine

This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on a complaint where a patient received the wrong vaccine at the pharmacy.more >>

Registration
Pharmacist holding a prescription Upcoming Registration Changes: Here’s What to Expect After October 1

This Pharmacy Connection article shares important changes to our registration processes in October 2024.more >>

Quality Assurance
Male pharmacist assisting woman with prescription medication Changes Coming to QA Processes: Here’s What to Expect After October 1

This Pharmacy Connection article provides a summary of key changes to QA processes in October 2024. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (September 2024)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between April 2024 and August 2024.more >>

Registration
photo of aaron nixon A “Unique and Meaningful Way” to Contribute to Safe Patient Care: An Interview with PACE Assessor Aaron Nixon

This Pharmacy Connection article explores why you should consider becoming a PACE assessor for pharmacy technician applicants.more >>

Registration
pharmacist and pharmacy technician Top 3 Things to Know About PACE for Pharmacy Technician Applicants

This Pharmacy Connection article highlights the transition to PACE for pharmacy technician applicants. more >>

Practice Assessment
checklist Six Common Gaps Found During OCP Practice Assessments in Long-Term Care

This Pharmacy Connection article shares some opportunities for improvement in the processes used to deliver patient care. more >>

Practice
Customer in pharmacy at checkout with medication Managing Drug Shortages

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the importance of practice considerations, shared decision-making and ethical practice when navigating the tricky issue of drug shortages. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (May 2024)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between January 2024 and May 2024.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
Pharmacists holding pills in hands above drawer with medicines. Close up of hands, unrecognizable person. Avoiding Assumptions When Dispensing Refills

This Pharmacy Connection article explains that it cannot be assumed that since the patient has taken the medication previously, a therapeutic assessment is unnecessary.more >>

Opioids
Male pharmacist in pharmacy Navigating Changes to Opioid Agonist Therapy and How to Support Patients

This Pharmacy Connection article shares resources to support best practices for substance-use related concerns. more >>

Medication Safety
pharmacy patient Community Pharmacists’ Role in Oral Anti-Cancer Drug Treatment

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to mitigate risks when dispensing oral anti-cancer drugs. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (January 2024)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between October 2023 and January 2024.more >>

Safety and Security
time delayed safe with signage When It Comes to Time-Delayed Safes, an “All-In” Approach – Including Signage – is Paramount to Safety

This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on the importance of using time-delayed safes. more >>

Pharmacy Operations
cleaning a counter top Keeping the Environment Safe for Patients and Professionals: Infection Prevention and Control at Community Pharmacies

This Pharmacy Connection article shares the IPAC issues commonly identified at community pharmacies and how they can be prevented. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Refills Require Therapeutic Checks

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to prescription refills.more >>

Practice Assessment
pharmacist and patient Community Practice Essentials: Five Requirements for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

This Pharmacy Connection article explores common areas where registrants are not meeting the expectations.more >>

Medication Safety
pharmacist checking medication AIMS: Recognizing the Value of Good Catches (Near Misses)

This Pharmacy Connection article shares when and why you should record medication events that don't reach the patient.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist looking at prescription Focus on Error Prevention: The Importance of Pharmacist Interventions

This Pharmacy Connection article highlights the potential for medication errors if unregulated pharmacy staff members misinterpret prescriptions and there is no pharmacist consultation. more >>

Opioids
magnifying glass and prescription Detecting Fraudulent Prescriptions: Tips from Health Canada Inspectors

This Pharmacy Connection article shares tips to ensure that all prescriptions received are complete, authentic and appropriate.more >>

EDI
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation banner Six Key Resources to Support Indigenous Cultural Competency

This Pharmacy Connection article shares resources to support truth and reconciliation and culturally competent healthcare.more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: A Satisfactory Resolution to a Complaint About Communication

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to communication and a new early resolution model. more >>

Practice Assessment
myths versus facts written on a chalkboard Six Myths about Practice Assessments of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

This Pharmacy Connection article shares six myths about practice assessments of pharmacy professionals. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (August 2023)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between April and June 2023.more >>

Registration
illustration of puzzle pieces fitting together Working Group Members Contribute to Ongoing Competency & Safe Patient Care

This Pharmacy Connection article shares first-hand accounts of the value of participating in College working groups. more >>

Scope of Practice
child getting a flu shot Scope of Practice Continues to Evolve in Ontario

This Pharmacy Connection article explores Ontario's evolving scope of practice and what's next for pharmacy professionals. more >>

Quality Assurance
Knowledge Assessment - knowledge-assessment-contributes-optimized-patient-care-banner-v2-810x480 Knowledge Assessment Helps Identify Areas of Improvement

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how the Knowledge Assessment helps to optimize patient care, and what we've heard about pharmacists experiences.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist with prescription Focus on Error Prevention: A Series of Missed Opportunities to Prevent a Medication Incident

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how written prescriptions increase the potential for error, making therapeutic patient assessments more important than ever. more >>

Practice
pharmacist on phone Supporting the Transition Home: A Chance for Hospital and Community Collaboration

This Pharmacy Connection article covers four key considerations on how hospital discharge processes can provide community pharmacy professionals with essential patient information. more >>

EDI
People at a pharmacy The Importance of Inclusive, Relevant Care: In Conversation with Community Pharmacist Connor Gibney

This Pharmacy Connection article shares considerations and tools pharmacy professionals can use in their practice to provide safe, relevant and inclusive care.more >>

Practice
pharmacist and patient Originator and Biosimilar Biologic Medications: Understanding the Changes to ODB Coverage in Ontario and How to Support Patients

This Pharmacy Connection article shares patient scenarios and important resources to help pharmacy professionals transition their patients to biosimilars. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
words safety first on pavement Protect Workers During Nonsterile Hazardous Drug Compounding: Yes, the Risks are Real!

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the key ways pharmacy professionals can make hazardous drug compounding safer, especially for non-antineoplastic drugs.more >>

Safety and Security
image of a time delayed safe Effectively Integrating a Time-Delayed Safe into Your Pharmacy’s Workflow

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how two Designated Managers effectively integrated time-delayed safes in their pharmacies. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (May 2023)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between February 2023 and April 2023.more >>

Practice
person at computer Electronic Messaging: What About Patient Privacy?

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the risks of using unsecured electronic messaging with patients and healthcare providers. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Ending the Pharmacist Patient Relationship

This Pharmacy Connection article compares two different complaints about ending the pharmacist patient relationship.more >>

Practice
pharmacist with patient 5 Key Questions and Answers About Adapting Prescriptions

This Pharmacy Connection article outlines pharmacists authority under the Pharmacy Act to adapt a patient’s prescription.more >>

EDI
group of diverse people Duty to Accommodate Patients with Disabilities

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how patients have the right to expect that a reasonable accommodation will be made to ensure that they have fair access to healthcare services.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist looking at prescription Focus on Error Prevention: Near Miss Highlights Importance of Therapeutic Check During Transitions of Care

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how patients are at an increased risk of receiving an inappropriate drug therapy as they transition between healthcare settings.more >>

Practice
pharmacist on mobile device Four Things You Should Know About the Ontario Pharmacy Health Program

This Pharmacy Connection article shares key info about the OPHP.more >>

Practice
pharmacist writing Improving Transitions of Care Upon Admission to Hospital: The Role for Community Pharmacy Professionals

This Pharmacy Connection article shares what community pharmacy professionals can do to support the care their patients receive in hospital. more >>

Medication Safety
pharmacist giving flu shot The Right Vaccine for the Right Patient

This Pharmacy Connection article shares five key practices to consider for your pharmacy's workflow to help prevent vaccination errors. more >>

Conduct
pharmacist checking prescription Preventing Sexual Abuse: Providing Pharmacy Services to Spouses Can Be Considered Professional Misconduct

This Pharmacy Connection article explains how a registrant who provides pharmacy services to their spouse could be considered to have committed sexual abuse of a patient. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (February 2023)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between October 2022 and January 2023.more >>

Safety and Security
time-delayed safe 3 Ways Time-Delayed Safes Make Pharmacies and Communities Safer

This Pharmacy Connection article shares three ways time-delayed safes help protect pharmacies and communities across the province.more >>

Practice
pharmacy staff Six Things to Consider When Supervising Pharmacy Practice

This Pharmacy Connection article shares factors that affect the level of supervision required.more >>

Opioids
pharmacist at keyboard Methadone Dispensing: Learning from Recent Incidents

This Pharmacy Connection article outlines contributing factors to recent incidents involving methadone and how to help prevent them at your pharmacy. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Privacy Breaches and the Circle of Care

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a privacy breach.more >>

Practice
pharmacist in mask How Pharmacy Technicians Can Support Safe and Effective Patient Care

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how pharmacy technicians can support safe and effective patient care. more >>

Code of Ethics
pharmacist checking medication Navigating Delegation of Controlled Acts

This Pharmacy Connection article shares some questions pharmacists can apply to their decision making related to delegating a controlled act. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
gloved hands with mortar and pestle Focus on Error Prevention: Impact of Salt Selection in Compounding

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the critical importance of using the correct salt form of a drug when preparing prescriptions, including compounded medications.more >>

Practice Assessment
Promoting Safety Through Conversation: Patient Assessments

This Pharmacy Connection article shares tips, tools and resources to support pharmacists with gathering relevant information through conversation with patients.more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (October 2022)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between July 2022 and October 2022.more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Learning from Common Complaints to the College

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the top 5 categories of complaints the College receives.more >>

EDI
Pictured are Amy Lamb and Dr. Jaris Swidrovich. Photo courtesy of the Canadian Pharmacists Association Allyship and the Role of Pharmacists in Supporting Indigenous Peoples and Communities

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can contribute to the path to reconciliation.more >>

Practice
map of canada Understanding the Cross-Jurisdictional Pharmacy Services Policy

This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of the cross-jurisdictional pharmacy services policy. more >>

Opioids
shot of a pharmacist filling a prescription Opioids for Acute Pain: How Can We Prevent Harm?

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to improve the safety of prescribed opioids.more >>

Quality Assurance
illustration of a computer with medical icons Knowledge Assessments Support Ongoing Learning and Continued Competency

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how the College’s Knowledge Assessment assess pharmacists’ ability to apply clinical knowledge as well as current legislation, ethics and scope of practice to patient care scenarios.more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (July 2022)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between January 2022 and June 2022.more >>

EDI
Group of diverse people The Importance of Pronouns to Your Patients

This Pharmacy Connection article shares a reflection from a trans patient who speaks to the importance of embracing equity, diversity and inclusion in everyday pharmacy practice.more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
mortar and pestle Non-Sterile Compounding Standards: Lessons from a Community Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection article shares the steps pharmacist Bronwyn Tolmie took to implement the non-sterile compounding standards in her pharmacies.more >>

Sterile Compounding
pharmacist Focus on Quality Assurance: Tips on Meeting Sterile Compounding Standards

This Pharmacy Connection article shares tips on meeting the sterile compounding standards. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist with patient Focus on Error Prevention: Importance of Assessing for Therapeutic Appropriateness

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the importance of assessing all prescriptions for therapeutic appropriateness before the medication is dispensed. more >>

Practice
pharmacist holding medication Proper Disposal of Post-Consumer Medication Returns

This Pharmacy Connection article shares the importance of proper disposal of unwanted medications to protects our communities.more >>

Conduct
Pharmacist with mask talking to patient Boundary Violations Policy Supports Existing Obligations of Pharmacy Professionals

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the expectations outlined in the College's Boundary Violations and Sexual Abuse Policy.more >>

EDI
abstract image with people icons EDI Strategy Will Help Promote Learning and Inclusive Experiences

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the College's equity, diversity and inclusion strategy to support its public interest mandate and further enhance its role as Ontario’s pharmacy regulator.more >>

EDI
Illustration of diverse group of people 3 Reasons Why EDI Is Important in Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection articles shares three reasons why equity, diversity and inclusion is important in pharmacy.more >>

Safety and Security
illustration of pharmacists with a checklist 3 Tips to Prevent Pharmacy Robberies

This Pharmacy Connection article explores steps pharmacies can take to decrease the risk and protect staff and property.more >>

Practice
illustration of patient records Clinical Viewers Support Enhanced Patient Care in Community Pharmacies

This Pharmacy Connection article speaks to the benefits of using clinical viewers to support the delivery of pharmacy services. more >>

Practice Insight
illustration of heads communicating Practice Insight: Registrant-Patient Communication

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to patient-registrant communication. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (April 2022)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between September 2021 and March 2022.more >>

Practice
pills against a colourful background Navigating Drug Scheduling in Ontario

This Pharmacy Connection article explores drug scheduling.more >>

Pharmacy Operations
abstract image of head with puzzle pieces forming a lightbulb 3 Guiding Principles of the New Drug Preparation Premises Framework

This Pharmacy Connection article reviews the three guiding principles that drug preparation premises and registrants should adhere to.more >>

Safety and Security
illustration of security icons around a computer Code Grey: Lessons from a Malware Attack

This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on a cyberattack at a hospital and how the pharmacy reacted. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist at computer Part II: Putting AIMS Into Practice – Preventing Dispensing Errors of Similarly Named Drugs

This Pharmacy Connection article demonstrates how pharmacy professionals can apply the AIMS Program to an incident related to the similarity of drug names.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
bottles of pills Part I: Preventing Dispensing Errors of Similarly Named Drugs

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how the similarity of drug names continues to be a common factor in the dispensing of an incorrect drug, and poor verbal or written skills can increase the risk of errors.more >>

Conduct
image of computer with mandatory reporting form on screen 3 Things to Know about Reporting Information to the College

This Pharmacy Connection article shares information that must be reported to the College.more >>

Practice
illustration of pharmacists and website Tackling the Illegal Marketing of Drugs and Devices

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how healthcare professionals, including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can help end the illegal advertising of drugs and medical devices.more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
group of community pharmacists Non-Sterile Compounding Q&A with a Community Pharmacist

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how the implementation and adherence of NAPRA’s non-sterile compounding standards helps increase patient safety and protect pharmacy personnel.more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (January 2022)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between July 2021 and November 2021.more >>

Practice
pharmacist looking at medication 5 Things to Know about Centralized Prescription Processing (Central Fill)

This Pharmacy Connection article shares five things pharmacy professionals should know about this central fill. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Administering Vaccinations

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint regarding a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA).more >>

Quality Assurance
illustration of pharmacist at computer In the Know: The New Knowledge Assessment for Part A Pharmacists

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how the College's Knowledge Assessment supports the delivery of safe, quality patient care. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
Julianne Labelle (centre) is joined by her pharmacy team at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie Pharmacist Q&A: Implementing Non-Sterile Compounding Standards

This Pharmacy Connection article shares pharmacist Julianne Labelleer thoughts on the impact, challenges and benefits of implementing NAPRA’s non-sterile compounding standards.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pills going into a bottle Focus on Error Prevention (November 2021)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent dispensing errors. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Preventing Dispensing Errors

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a dispensing error. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
hard hat on a pharmacy counter Exploring the Foundations of Pharmacy Renovations

This Pharmacy Connection article outlines how a well thought out renovation plan helps create a space that encourages and supports safe and appropriate workflow and optimizes the delivery of patient care.more >>

Opioids
illustration of 5 bottles with pharmacist holding up bottle 4 5 Things You Should Know About Safer Opioid Supply Programs

This Pharmacy Connection article shares five things pharmacists should know about safer opioid supply programs in the context of Canada’s opioid crisis.more >>

Practice
Closeup of pharmacist's hands typing on a computer keyboard at the pharmacy counter. Disclosing Personal Health Information

This Pharmacy Connect article provides an overview of when pharmacy professionals can disclose personal health information.more >>

Medication Safety
pharmacist talking to patient, both wearing masks Creating a Culture of Medication Safety in Your Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection article looks at the importance of pharmacies establishing a culture of medication safety with the goal of enhancing patient safety.more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (October 2021)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between March 2021 and June 2021.more >>

Opioids
person taking medication with water Exploring Opioid Use and Safe Supply in Ontario

This Pharmacy Connection article explores key considerations for safe supply opioid dispensing.more >>

Medication Safety
pharmacist with mask How Swiss Cheese Can Help Visualize Medication Safety Risks

This Pharmacy Connection article shows how the the Swiss cheese model of system accidents helps us visualize medication safety risks.more >>

Practice
patient getting flu shot Tips to Make Flu Season Easier on your Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection article shares tips on how to make the flu season easier on your pharmacy.more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Advertising

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to advertising and shares learnings for pharmacy professionals. more >>

Quality Assurance
pharmacist writing Practice Assessments for Pharmacists in Hospital, Long-Term Care and Family Health Teams

This Pharmacy Connection article shares why practice assessments are necessary, what happens during a practice assessment and what is being assessed.more >>

Quality Assurance
pharmacist at keyboard Knowledge Assessment: Focusing on the Knowledge and Skills Needed to Provide Appropriate Care

This Pharmacy Connection article shares information about how the Knowledge Assessment will work and what pharmacists can expect. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
old fax machine Focus on Error Prevention (Summer 2021)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent errors related to faxed prescriptions. more >>

Opioids
bottle of pills Update on Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

This Pharmacy Connection article provides an update on key guidance and resources available for pharmacy professionals on opioid use disorder and opioid agonist therapy.more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
Pharmacist counts out pills Implementation of Non-Sterile Compounding Standards: Tips from the College’s Operations Advisors

This Pharmacy Connection articles shares advice from College Operations Advisors to help implement the non-sterile compounding standards. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Responsibilities of Designated Managers

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to the responsibilities of a Designated Manager to ensure proper processes are in place.more >>

Practice
pharmacist thinking Reflect, Then Act: Implementing New Practices Requires Critical Self-Reflection

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses how self-reflection can support the implementation of new practices. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Summer 2021)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between March and May 2021. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
pharmacist looking at bottle Use of CAS Registry Numbers® as unique identifiers in compounding processes has the potential to reduce medication errors

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how the use of CAS Registry Numbers can support safe compounding practices. more >>

Quality Assurance
pharmacist and patient talking while wearing masks Quality Assurance: Enhanced Patient Outcomes Through Improving Practice

This Pharmacy Connection article shares an overview of the College’s Quality Assurance Program, including how competency is defined and what the right-touch and risk-based approach means for registrants. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Winter 2021)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between November 2020 and February 2021. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
Closeup of pharmacist's hands typing on a computer Master Formulation Records and Compounding Records: What’s the Difference?

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the requirements of Master Formulation Records and Compounding Records.more >>

Practice
pharmacist and patient 5 Things Pharmacy Professionals Should Know About Informed Consent

This Pharmacy Connection articles outlines key elements of informed consent prior to administering a treatment.more >>

Conduct
question mark on green background Understanding, Managing and Responding to Complaints

This Pharmacy Connection article outlines the College's complaints processes, including guidance on the prevention and management of complaints. more >>

Opioids
Cropped shot of a pharmacist filling a prescription at a chemist A New Opioid Prescription: What Should You Consider?

This Pharmacy Connection article highlights key considerations when assessing an opioid prescription and communicating with the patient. more >>

Code of Ethics
person looking sad Intranasal Ketamine and Esketamine for Treatment Resistant Depression

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses important considerations when preparing or dispensing ketamine and/or esketamine. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist with mother and child Focus on Error Prevention (Winter 2021)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent pediatric prescription errors. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Avoiding Confirmation Bias

This incident reported to the College encourages registrants to recognize and prevent confirmation bias. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Fall 2020)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between July and October 2020. more >>

EDI
banner - indigenous spotlight Spotlight on: University of Toronto Pharmacy Students Bringing Awareness to Healthcare Barriers Faced by Indigenous Patients

This Pharmacy Connection article brings awareness to the healthcare barriers faced by Indigenous patients. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Recognizing and Responding to Red Flags

This Pharmacy Connection article explores learning opportunities from missed medication on a hospital discharge. more >>

EDI
Picture of Jaris Swidrovich Ask, Listen, Learn: Understanding Opportunities to Enhance Care for Indigenous Patients

This Pharmacy Connection article interviews Jaris Swidrovich, Canada’s first self-identified First Nations Doctor of Pharmacy. more >>

Practice
pill bottle Ensuring Therapeutic Appropriateness for New and Refill Prescriptions

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the importance of patient assessments for both new and refill prescriptions. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist with basket Focus on Error Prevention (Fall 2020)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent errors of omission. more >>

Practice
abstract image of head with a puzzle heart inside Community Pharmacy and Primary Care: Working Together to Support Patients with Depression in Northern Ontario

This Pharmacy Connection article shares how community pharmacy and primary care can work together to help support Northern Ontario patients with depression. more >>

Practice
pharmacist with patient Biosimilars and Biologics: Navigating the Uncertainty in Ontario

This Pharmacy Connection article explores biosimilar products and patient safety considerations. more >>

Practice
pharmacist with mask on Be Prepared for Emergencies at the Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection article shares elements to consider in an emergency preparedness plan. more >>

Practice Insight
banner practice Insights Practice Insight: Providing Respectful, Patient-Focused Care

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to respectful patient care for trans patients. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist at computer Focus on Error Prevention (Spring-Summer 2020)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent the selection of an incorrect drug. more >>

Opioids
pharmacist on phone Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Focus on New Formulations and Alternative Induction Protocols

This Pharmacy Connection article explores buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment. more >>

EDI
abstract image with different colors in a circle A Shared Responsibility to Reflect, to Learn and to Act

This Pharmacy Connection article speaks to the College's commitment to contribute to the the elimination of racism and discrimination. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Spring-Summer 2020)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between February and July 2020. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist on the phone Focus on Error Prevention (Winter 2020)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent communication errors between healthcare professionals. more >>

Quality Assurance
pharmacist with word blocks with patient care at the top Quality Assurance: Supporting Safe and Quality Care

This Pharmacy Connection article shares the purpose of the College's Quality Assurance Program and how it supports safe, quality care. more >>

Practice Insight
pharmacist on the phone Close-Up on Complaints: Ensuring Proper Processes Are in Place at the Pharmacy

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to processes for obtaining patient consent and dealing with privacy breaches.more >>

EDI
Nature scene near a lake 5 Tips on Supporting the Mental Health and Wellness of Indigenous Youth

This Pharmacy Connection article outlines the College's commitment to cultivate Indigenous cultural competency. more >>

Practice
illustration of people talking with thought bubbles above their heads Communicating with Patients in a Thoughtful and Inclusive Way: New Guidance from the Canadian Public Health Association

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to communicate with patients in an inclusive manner. more >>

Practice
person receiving chemotherapy treatment Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting: From Guideline to Clinical Practice

This Pharmacy Connection article explores the management of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Winter 2020)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between October 2019 and January 2020.more >>

Conduct
pharmacist at keyboard When Should You Report Information?

This Pharmacy Connection article addresses the obligations of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, employers and facility operators to report certain information to the College.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
Focus on Error Prevention (Fall 2019)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent dispensing errors of similar drugs. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Fall 2019)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between August and September 2019.more >>

Medication Safety
pharmacist looking a prescription Medication Incidents Associated with Patients with Renal Impairment: A Multi-Incident Analysis

This Pharmacy Connection article shares an analysis of medication incidents involving patients with renal impairment within the community pharmacy setting. more >>

Practice
patient with pharmacist Suicide Risk Assessment and the Role of the Community Pharmacist

This Pharmacy Connection article shares practical tips for suicide risk assessments. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint regarding dispensing of an abortion medication. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article provides a case example for disclosure of medication incidents. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on the PPE requirements for non-sterile compounding. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent errors related to auto-population of software fields. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares tips for effective communication. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
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This Pharmacy Connection articles shares the steps pharmacist Bronwyn Tolmie took to prepare her pharmacy for Phase 1 of the non-sterile compounding standards implementation. more >>

Conduct
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This Pharmacy Connection article outlines mandatory reporting obligations. more >>

Discipline Decisions
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Decisions of the Discipline Committee between May and July 2019.more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to communication on a non-pharmacy related matter. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article discusses non-sterile compounding requirements. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a coroner's inquest related to a medication error during transitions of care. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article addresses why pharmacy professionals are required to report if they believe a patient may have a disease of public health significance. more >>

Non-Sterile Compounding
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares step-by-step measures taken by Hamilton Health Sciences to prepare for non-sterile compounding standards implementation. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Spring 2019)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between February and April 2019.more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent the misinterpretation of a prescriber’s intent. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article reflects on emotional trauma caused by medication incidents.more >>

Opioids
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This Pharmacy Connection article discusses opioid stewardship and putting the 2017 Canadian Opioid Guideline into Action.more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores the role of community pharmacy professionals in antimicrobial stewardship. more >>

Practice Assessment
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on the communication and education domain of the community pharmacist practice assessment. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent dispensing the incorrect dose combination. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares how practice consultants can help registrants and members of the public. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Winter 2019)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between November 2018 and January 2019. more >>

Opioids
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This Pharmacy Connection article outlines the expectations of the College's Opioid Policy. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a dispensing error where a prescription was copied over. more >>

Code of Ethics
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This Pharmacy Connection article provides a framework for ethical decision making. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores incidents associated with missed medication doses. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores assessment and management of acute bronchitis in adults. more >>

Practice Assessment
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on the documentation domain of the community pharmacist practice assessment. more >>

Discipline Decisions
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Decisions of the Discipline Committee between July and September 2018. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a coroner's inquest related to the death of a hemodialysis patient on methotrexate.more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the importance of communication to support medication safety. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent therapeutic duplication. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores uncomplicated cystitis.more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to effective communication regarding a flu shot. more >>

Practice Assessment
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on making decisions on the best interest of the patient. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Summer 2018)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between April and June 2018.more >>

Practice
Cannabis Preparing Pharmacy Professionals to Play an Active, and Appropriate, Role in the Rapidly Evolving World of Cannabis

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the College's approach towards education on cannabis use by patients. more >>

Sterile Compounding
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This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the important of a quality assurance program for sterile compounding tasks. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent confirmation bias. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores the differences between veterinary and human drugs. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares the importance of a psychological safe environment. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to decision making. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores antimicrobial stewardship. more >>

Practice Assessment
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on the patient assessment domain of the pharmacist practice assessment. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Spring 2018)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between January and April 2018.more >>

Opioids
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to identify counterfeit fentanyl patches. more >>

Practice
Beagle dog Similar, But Different: Veterinary and Human Drugs

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the different between veterinary and human drugs. more >>

Conduct
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores regulations that were in effect in May 2018 regarding the prevention and response to incidents of sexual abuse by healthcare professionals. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent medication errors due to similar packaging and labelling. more >>

Code of Ethics
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to respond to an ethical dilemma. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint where an adherence to rules was put ahead of a patient's wellbeing.more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares key things to know about clozapine. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article discusses how to increase safety and security in the pharmacy. more >>

Discipline Decisions
gavel Discipline Decisions (Winter 2018)

Decisions of the Discipline Committee between October 2017 and January 2018.more >>

Conduct
woman with hand stretched out Zero Tolerance of Sexual Abuse and Harassment

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses sexual abuse of patients and the College's expectations on protecting patients. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent calculation errors. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to patient privacy. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article interviews patient advocate Melissa Sheldrick. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores medication incidents associated with patient harm. more >>

Opioids
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on how to prevent drug diversion at the pharmacy.more >>

Code of Ethics
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores an ethical dilemma related to an opioid prescription. more >>

Sterile Compounding
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This Pharmacy Connection article reflects on The North York General Hospital Experience implementation of the new BUD standards. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores an incident involving a forged opioid prescription. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent incorrectly identifying a patient. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores a coroner's inquest related to the death of a patient on anticoagulation therapy. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of the health professionals who can prescribe a drug in Ontario.more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores the safe handling of oral anti-cancer drugs in community pharmacies. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares examples of effective interprofessional collaboration from the family health team setting. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent dispensing errors related to similar DIN numbers. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a pediatric patient receiving the incorrect medication. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on the requirement to report adverse reactions to vaccines and medications. more >>

Pharmacy Operations
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This Pharmacy Connection article reminds DMs of their responsibilities to keep personal health information private and secure. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to antiplatelet therapy. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article outlines the four R's of documentation - reliable, retrievable, robust and retained. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a conflict of interest. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of antimicrobial stewardship and how pharmacists can impact it. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a MedsCheck, including the responsibilities of the pharmacist, manager and owner. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to limited duration of therapy. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares errors that occur when providing patient care so that practitioners can use them as learning opportunities. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to pediatric patients. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a case study to highlight the importance of effective transitions of care. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares errors in sensitivity and communication so that practitioners can use them as learning opportunities. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
Focus on Error Prevention: Determining the Clinical Purpose of a Prescription

This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to the indication of use. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint regarding a prescription transfer. more >>

Medication Safety
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores a coroner's report related to opioid tolerance. more >>

Practice Insight
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This Pharmacy Connection article shares some errors related to medication reconciliation so that practitioners can use them as learning opportunities.more >>

Practice
patient on stretcher or gurney being pushed at speed through a hospital The Role of the Pharmacist in Healthcare Transitions

This Pharmacy Connection article discusses the role of the pharmacist in optimizing transitions of patient care. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to illegible handwriting. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent the dispensing of drugs that patients should no longer be taking. more >>

Opioids
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This Pharmacy Connection article covers tips for using the NMS. more >>

Practice Assessment
pharmacist with mother and child Close Up on Complaints: Dealing with Dispensing Errors – How Effective Communication Can Help

This Pharmacy Connection article explores a complaint related to a dispensing error and effective communication. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors involving oral methotrexate. more >>

Practice
pharmacist with tablet Relevance to Suitability to Register, Practice or Operate

This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of the College's assessment process for determining if a person's conduct is relevant to their ability to register, practice pharmacy or operate a pharmacy. more >>

Practice Insight
Pharmacist putting pills in container at pharmacy Close Up on Complaints: Systematic Dispensing Error

This Pharmacy Connection article shares errors related to processing batch medications so that practitioners can use them as learning opportunities. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to visual, hearing or cognitive impairment medications. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on supporting patients with cancer, including the transition between hospital and community. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent errors related to drug allergies. more >>

Opioids
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This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on preventing stigma during interactions with patients. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection articles explores how to prevent dispensing errors for drugs with similar names. more >>

Medication Safety
Senior taking medication with water Coroner’s Inquest, Polypharmacy and the Elderly

This Pharmacy Connection articles explores a coroner's inquest related to polypharmacy and the elderly. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article provides an update on the scope of physician assistants in Ontario. more >>

Medication Safety
someone suffering from heat Coroner’s Inquest into Death Due to Hyperthermia

This Pharmacy Connection articles explores a coroner's inquest related to hyperthermia. more >>

Practice
pharmacist's hand holding a prescription medication bottle Delegation of Controlled Acts

This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of the Medical Directives and Delegation of Controlled Acts Policy. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
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This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent vaccine administration errors. more >>

Practice
banner electronically generated prescriptions Navigating Electronically Generated Prescriptions

This Pharmacy Connection explores the responsibility of the pharmacist when presented with an electronically generated prescription. more >>

Conduct
pharmacist looking at book Language of Regulation

This Pharmacy Connection explores terms used in the College's proposed Professional Misconduct Regulations. more >>

Practice
group of pharmacists Role of Supervision in Professional Training

This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of professional misconduct regulations related to supervision. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
pharmacist with prescription at computer Focus on Error Prevention: Logged Prescriptions

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent errors when dispensing medication from a logged prescription. more >>

Practice
banner personal health information Releasing Personal Health Information

This Pharmacy Connection article provides an overview of when registrants can release personal health information. more >>

Practice
group of health care professionals Common Principles for Interprofessional Care

This Pharmacy Connection article shares the common principles of interprofessional care developed by a group of regulatory colleges. more >>

Focus on Error Prevention
fax and printer prescription Focus on Error Prevention: Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE)

This Pharmacy Connection article explores how to prevent errors in computer-generated prescriptions. more >>

Practice
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This Pharmacy Connection article explains the concept of professional judgment.more >>

Practice
Santosh Manjunath, R.Ph., and Andrea Ball, R.Ph.T Pharmacists and Technicians are Teaming Up in Ontario Communities

This Pharmacy Connection showcases practice settings where pharmacy technicians are fully integrated into the community pharmacy. more >>

Practice
pharmacist with patient Compliance Packaging: Issues and Considerations

This Pharmacy Connection article focuses on developing a comprehensive compliance program that utilizes defined treatment objectives, professional collaboration and compliance monitoring to achieve and document positive patient outcomes.more >>