Is the College concerned about the MedsCheck program, and can you make changes to the program?

MedsCheck reviews can save lives and are an important part of a pharmacist’s role in helping patients take their medications safely. The service, when done properly and in accordance with program requirements, provides significant benefits to patients and to the health system.

Publicly funded programs are designed and managed by the Ministry of Health so changes to the MedsCheck program are not within the College’s authority.

However, registrants and pharmacies are required to comply with all relevant rules associated with these and other programs and must put patient needs first by practicing according to professional and operational standards and their ethical obligations. The College can take a role in ensuring compliance.