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The Pharmacist as an LGBTQ Ally
Oliver Grundmann1, Richard Segal1, Joshua Pullo1
1University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, Gainesville, Florida.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|August 11, 2020
Summary
Pharmacists must become allies for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) patients. Enhanced training is crucial for pharmacists to provide optimal care and support to this diverse patient population.
Area of Science:
- Health Equity
- Pharmacy Practice
- Minority Health
Background:
- An ally provides support and assistance during struggles.
- Pharmacists are vital allies for optimal patient health outcomes.
- Current pharmacy education inadequately prepares pharmacists for LGBTQ+ patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore barriers to healthcare access for LGBTQ+ patients.
- To identify strategies for improving pharmacist support for LGBTQ+ individuals.
- To emphasize the need for enhanced pharmacy training.
Main Methods:
- Commentary and literature review.
- Analysis of healthcare access discrepancies.
- Discussion of educational needs in pharmacy.
Main Results:
- Disparities in healthcare access persist for LGBTQ+ patients.
- Existing pharmacy curricula lack sufficient focus on LGBTQ+ health needs.
- Pharmacists require specific training to serve LGBTQ+ patients effectively.
Conclusions:
- Pharmacists must be trained as allies to ensure equitable health outcomes for LGBTQ+ patients.
- Addressing educational gaps is essential for inclusive pharmacy practice.
- Enhanced support from pharmacists can improve therapeutic goals for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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