A scoping study of the medication therapy related pharmacist services in the Western Pacific Region

Objectives To identify the preferred terminologies, nature of services, perceived benefits and barriers to medication therapy-related pharmacist services in the Western Pacific region to facilitate the development of a framework for medication therapy management. Method A survey was completed by hospital and community pharmacists purposively selected by the national pharmacist associations. Key findings Pharmaceutical care was the preferred term with services predominantly related to medication safety and public health. The perceived barriers included lack of appropriate facility, time and funding. Conclusion A broader pharmaceutical care framework is a preferred approach to delivery of Good Pharmacy Practice in the region.