REVOLUTIONIZING PATIENT CARE: THE EXPANDING ROLE AND IMPACT OF TELEPHARMACY IN MODERN HEALTHCARE

Muhammad Irfan Siddique

doi:10.46903/gjms/23.3.1929

REVOLUTIONIZING PATIENT CARE: THE EXPANDING ROLE AND IMPACT OF TELEPHARMACY IN MODERN HEALTHCARE

Muhammad Irfan Siddique

Abstract

Telepharmacy is an innovative approach of pharmaceutical treatment that uses telecommunications technology to improve access to medication management and counseling services, especially for patients in rural and deprived regions. This review article analyzes the evolving function and influence of telepharmacy in contemporary healthcare, outlining its historical progression, operational frameworks, and various advantages it offers. Primary benefits encompass increased accessibility to healthcare services, improved drug management and safety, and cost efficiency for both individuals and healthcare systems. Despite these advantages, the implementation of telepharmacy encounters considerable obstacles, including legislative impediments, technological constraints, and concerns over patient acceptability and confidence. The future of telepharmacy is optimistic, with trends suggesting significant development in the post-COVID-19 era and the opportunity for integration with new technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality. Moreover, telepharmacy is set to assume a crucial role in chronic illness management by providing ongoing assistance and education to patients. This paper concludes by emphasizing the transformative potential of telepharmacy in redefining healthcare delivery and urges stakeholders, including policymakers, healthcare providers, and pharmacy organizations - to adopt this model to enhance patient outcomes and guarantee equitable access to pharmaceutical care for diverse populations.

Keywords

Accessibility; Healthcare delivery; Medication safety; Patient care; Patient engagement; Telemedicine; Telepharmacy.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.46903/gjms/23.3.1929