Chapter 18: Pharmacy innovation and entrepreneurship in an over-regulated industry

Explore strategies for overcoming obstacles to innovation in pharmacy practice, such as legislative advocacy and business model adaptation, to maximize the contributions of pharmacists to patient care. Understand the historical context and current landscape of pharmacist scope expansion, including the methods by which prescribing authority is granted in different states. Analyze the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on pharmacy practice, particularly in terms of regulatory changes and the evolving role of pharmacists as frontline health care providers. Evaluate the barriers and challenges faced by pharmacists in expanding their scope of practice, including regulatory constraints and opposition from professional organizations.