PHARMACISTS’ VIEWS ON PHARMACIST-PHYSICIAN-PATIENT COOPERATION IN AZERBAIJAN

Abstract

Purpose: In order to increase the level of care provided to patients, it is important to develop a pharmacist-doctor-patient relationship. However, there are a number of obstacles to the full implementation of this cooperation. Methods: In this study, we use a survey to learn the current state of the pharmacist-physician-patient relationship in Azerbaijan. Results: The survey results firstly suggest that communication between pharmacists and physicians is unilateral, nevertheless working pharmacists are young, but experienced enough to adapt this process, and psychological barriers that prevent them from working with physicians are minimal. Secondly, patients easily communicate with pharmacists, get enough information from them and rely on their professional advice. Conclusion: Compared to other studies, these indicators are very good and can reach even better levels with the introduction of new opportunities. Novelty of the work: In this study, the level of pharmacist-doctor-patient relations in Azerbaijan was determined for the first time. Keywords: pharmacist-physician-patient, collaboration, cooperation, relationship