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Pharmacy commits to patient-centred care Stability and continuity key for Shoppers Drug Mart owner
A growing list of pharmacy services is changing what people can expect when they walk up to the counter, and the owner of Shoppers Drug Mart hopes more residents in the qathet region will take advantage of care that goes well beyond filling prescriptions. Owner Mimi Wei, who took over the store about a year ago, says the pharmacy has been focusing on consistency and long-term staffing so customers see familiar faces and can build relationships with the people handling their medications. Services from minor ailment prescribing to vaccinations and medication support are also offered. “We have permanent pharmacists working there now,” explains Wei, describing a shift away from relying mostly on relief staff. Wei says stability matters in a community where many residents value continuity with service providers. The goal is straightforward: build trust, encourage people to return if they have gone elsewhere and make sure residents know what supports are available at the pharmacy. “Pharmacists have an expanded scope of practice that allows them to assess and prescribe for 21 minor ailments,” she adds, listing examples such as acne, urinary tract inNEW RANCHER
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tiple medications for interactions, checking whether treatments remain appropriate, and in some cases, extending prescriptions when patients cannot see a doctor in time.” Wei encourages patients to get the most out of pharmacy care by askingGet questions. the Peak to Go iPhone app now “Be curious,” she says. “You’re in available in the charge of your own health care.” App Store or iTunes Shoppers Drug Mart was recently chosen as the go-to pharmacy in the region. That recognition was appreciated by Wei and her staff. “Thank you to everyone in the PERSONAL CORPORATION community whoREAL votedESTATE for us as the People’s Choice winner.” Looking ahead, Wei says the WARREN BEHAN pharmacy hopes to expand serPERSONAL REALGo ESTATE CORPORATION Get the Peak vices further as to staffing grows and iPhone app now more customers available in thebecome aware of what is available. For now, the mesApp Store or iTunes WA sage to the community is that the pharmacy team is committed for PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION the long term and working to proPERS vide reliable service, with a steady staff that residents can get to know. “I think it’s about building our relationship with the community so they can trust us to do their pharmacy services.” Shoppers Drug Mart is located in Powell River Town Centre (Unit 157100 Alberni Street). For more inPERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION formation, call 604.485.2844.
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“If you were to book an appointment with the doctor, a lot of times it’s a long wait. Delays can stretch from a week to several weeks.” The store is open from 8 am to 10 pm, seven days a week, and the pharmacy tries to accommodate walk-in requests for minor ailments when possible. Wei also points to supports that can make day-to-day health care WATERFRONT
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easier, including blister packing, prescription deliveries and medication reviews. She described the pharmacy as aiming to be flexible in what it can offer, especially as residents navigate gaps in the broader health-care system. With a sizable senior population in the community, chronic disease management is a major focus. “That can include reviewing mul-
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