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Drug information centers: meeting future needs for drug information
American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
|July 1, 1983
Summary
Future trends show drug information centers (DICs) evolving to support community practitioners. Developing new funding and regional models is crucial for DICs to adapt to shifting healthcare landscapes and patient needs.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Drug information centers (DICs) originated as early clinical pharmacy services.
- DICs currently provide essential support for clinical pharmacy practitioners.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss future trends and necessary adaptations for drug information services.
- To explore strategies for DICs to meet evolving healthcare demands.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and analysis of current trends in healthcare delivery.
- Discussion of historical development and future projections for DICs.
Main Results:
- DICs must expand services to community practitioners due to healthcare decentralization.
- Training requirements for drug information pharmacists are evolving.
- Alternative funding models, such as fee-for-service, are necessary for DIC sustainability.
Conclusions:
- DICs need to adapt to outpatient settings and community practice.
- Regionalization and direct-to-patient marketing are potential growth areas for DICs.
- Sustainable funding models are essential for the future of drug information services.