Hospital diversification: bibliography on pharmaceutical services.

Area of Science:

• Pharmacy Practice
• Health Services Research

Context:

• The landscape of pharmaceutical services is evolving, necessitating exploration of diversification strategies.
• Pharmacy managers and clinicians require accessible resources to understand and implement new services.

Purpose:

• To present a curated bibliography of key literature on pharmacy diversification over the past 12 years.
• To support pharmacy professionals in identifying, justifying, and implementing diversified pharmaceutical services.

Summary:

• The bibliography includes diverse references on pharmaceutical service diversification, covering strategies, specific services, and pharmacist roles.
• It features literature on opportunities, legal and reimbursement aspects, and service justification for stakeholders.
• References span reports, research papers, editorials, letters, and commentaries relevant to pharmacy diversification.

Impact:

• Facilitates informed decision-making for pharmacy managers and clinicians regarding service diversification.
• Supports the strategic expansion of pharmacy services to meet evolving healthcare needs.
• Enhances the understanding and adoption of innovative pharmaceutical services within healthcare settings.