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The latest information about changes in pharmacy practice in Alberta.
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Pharmacist disciplined for forging prescriptions for personal use

August 5, 2020

Lessons Learned: Do not let personal circumstances develop into unprofessional conduct.

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Licensees – understand your responsibilities in operating your pharmacies

July 22, 2020

Lessons Learned: There are no shortcuts in dealings with third-party insurers.

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Unauthorized drug substitution not acceptable

June 24, 2020

Lessons Learned: responsible practice and professionalism can never be abandoned.

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Honesty is required in dealings with third-party insurers

May 13, 2020

Lessons Learned: Pharmacists must not manipulate drug benefit claims to insurers or other payors for their own benefit or for the benefit of individual patients.

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Don’t cut corners

April 29, 2020

Lessons Learned: Pharmacists and licensees must always ensure patient safety is maintained.

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Pharmacy technician’s registration cancelled

March 18, 2020

Lessons Learned: Diversion of drugs and failing to cooperate with an investigation are not tolerated.

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Licensees: understand your responsibilities in operating your pharmacies

January 22, 2020

Lessons learned: Ethical conduct requires honesty and integrity in complying with third-party contracts.

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Requirements of TPP Alberta are mandatory for you and your pharmacy

January 8, 2020

Lessons Learned: A Hearing Tribunal has ordered the suspension of a pharmacist’s practice permit.

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Reminder: professional declarations must be fulfilled

October 30, 2019

Lessons Learned: Failing to fulfill your professional declarations and not carrying current professional liability insurance can become a costly mistake.

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Diversion of drugs is not tolerated

September 18, 2019

Lessons Learned: A Hearing Tribunal has ordered the cancellation of a pharmacist’s practice permit.

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