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Pharmacy practice in the United States Air Force
American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
|April 1, 1987
Summary
The United States Air Force Medical Service provides comprehensive pharmaceutical services across 121 facilities, emphasizing ambulatory care and utilizing the TRIPHARM system. Future efforts focus on training and technology to enhance these essential military health services.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Military Pharmacy Practice
Background:
- The United States Air Force (USAF) Medical Service operates 121 medical treatment facilities (MTFs) globally.
- Its mission includes providing medical support for combat forces and healthcare for military personnel and their families.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the current status of pharmaceutical services within the USAF Medical Service.
- To outline the operational framework and future directions for military pharmacy.
Main Methods:
- Review of governing regulations including federal law, professional standards, Department of Defense directives, and Air Force regulations.
- Description of service delivery models, emphasizing ambulatory and clinical pharmacy.
- Identification of technological support systems like TRIPHARM.
Main Results:
- Pharmaceutical services are regulated and standardized across USAF MTFs.
- Emphasis is placed on ambulatory care, with clinical services integrated into many facilities.
- The TRIPHARM computer system supports pharmaceutical operations.
Conclusions:
- The USAF Medical Service is committed to maintaining contemporary pharmaceutical services.
- Future enhancements will involve graduate-level training for pharmacists, adoption of new technologies, and improved information exchange between MTFs.