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Drug information centers: future trends.

J M Rosenberg

American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy

|July 1, 1983

Summary

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Drug information centers (DICs) face inefficiencies and underutilization. Future DICs must focus on consultative services and implement quality standards for improved healthcare support.

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Area of Science:

Pharmacy Practice
Health Services Research

Background:

Drug Information Centers (DICs) are underutilized and inefficient.
Current DICs lack minimum quality standards and optimal use of technology.
Funding challenges impact DIC operations.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the future of Drug Information Centers (DICs).
To identify current problems and future needs of DICs.
To propose solutions for improving DIC efficiency and quality.

Main Methods:

Analysis of current DIC operations and challenges.
Review of potential functions and future roles for DICs.
Exploration of models for enhancing DIC efficiency and quality.

Main Results:

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DICs are not used to their full potential, with questionable efficiency for routine queries.
Essential functions include supporting clinical pharmacy, education, and formulary reviews.
Regional, fee-supported DICs are proposed to improve efficiency and quality.

Conclusions:

DICs must establish quality assurance guidelines and standards for facilities, resources, and personnel.
Future DICs will shift towards consultative services as routine information becomes online.
Implementing regional models can enhance efficiency and ensure consistent quality in DIC services.