Roles and Responsibilities of a Pharmacist in Healthcare
Pharmacists are more than dispensers of medicines—they are critical healthcare professionals bridging patients, doctors, and the pharmaceutical industry. At Amritsar Group of Colleges (AGC) , the B. Pharmacy programme equips students with comprehensive training in clinical pharmacy, pharmacovigilance, and patient care , preparing them to play diverse and impactful roles in healthcare systems. Dispensing and Patient Counseling The most visible role of a pharmacist is dispensing medications . However, modern pharmacists go beyond filling prescriptions—they educate patients on dosage, side effects, and safe usage. AGC trains students to provide medication counseling , ensuring adherence to therapies and improving patient outcomes. Clinical Pharmacy Services Pharmacists today work in collaboration with doctors and nurses in clinical settings . Their responsibilities include monitoring adverse drug reactions , managing drug therapy , and ensuring safe pharmacological care. At AGC, s...