The UBC Pharmacists Clinic: A catalyst for practice change.

Abstract

The UBC Pharmacists Clinic (the Clinic) is Canada’s first university-affiliated, licensed, pharmacist-led patient care clinic. Located at the UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences‒Vancouver Campus, the Clinic was established to 1) model patient care best practices; 2) provide education for student and pharmacist learners; and 3) enable practice innovation and research. Although the Clinic meets community pharmacy licensing requirements, it operates like a medical office where patients are seen by appointment in a dedicated clinic space with 5 consultation rooms, meeting rooms and a reception area. The Clinic highlights the contributions pharmacists make to patient care and is a living laboratory to support primary care practice change within the profession.