Ruth wrote:
>In my previous practice, some years ago, we were faced
>with a significant drop in income, due to a chemist shop
>opening in our very small town and depriving us of dispensing
>income.
I suppose I'm obliged to get involved in this thread:(
In my opinion, (and it's just opinion), it is inappropriate to apply for new
dispensing contracts where there is an existing dispensing practice. That
cuts both ways though. Be it a GP applying for a dispensing contract where a
pharmacy exists or a pharmacy applying for a dispensing contract where a
dispensing doctor practice exists.
The real tragedy is IMO the turf war that has broken out between the two
professions. The vitriolic statements made by both sides has made it more
difficult for either profession to negotiate successfully with HMG.
My lot even described doctor/pharmacist partnerships (which is my idea of
the ideal state)as a "prescription for fraud". I found that an insult to
both professions:(
David, I'm sure can quote himself;)
Soap box off....
Regards
Regards
Jeff Green
Community Locum and Consultant Pharmacist
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