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Competency, board certification, credentialing, and specialization: who benefits?

D R Gourley1, W L Fitzgerald, R L Davis

  • 1University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy, Memphis 38163, USA.

The American Journal of Managed Care
|April 7, 1997
PubMed
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Pharmacist certification programs are emerging, prompting evaluation of their value for careers and patient care. Demonstrated competence through certification can enhance pharmaceutical care for patients and the healthcare system.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacy Practice
  • Healthcare Management
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • Pharmacists face evolving healthcare demands and the rise of specialized certification programs.
  • Concerns exist regarding the future requirements for pharmacists and the value of various credentialing initiatives.
  • The emergence of board certification and other programs necessitates careful assessment by pharmacists and employers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact and value of pharmacist certification on professional practice and patient outcomes.
  • To explore the benefits of pharmacist certification for patients, healthcare professionals, and payers.
  • To highlight the importance of demonstrated competence in pharmaceutical care.

Main Methods:

  • The abstract does not specify methods but discusses the concept and implications of pharmacist certification.

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  • It references the number of board-certified pharmacists in various specialties as of January 1997.

    • Main Results:

    • As of January 1997, 2075 pharmacists held board certification in recognized specialty areas.
    • Certification is posited to enable pharmacists to provide more comprehensive care, benefiting patients and the healthcare system.

    Conclusions:

    • Pharmacist certification holds potential to improve patient care and demonstrate professional competence.
    • The value of certification must be assessed by individual pharmacists, employers, and healthcare payers.
    • Specialized board certification is an emerging trend in pharmacy practice.