Membership Services
What we do for Dispensing Doctors
The DDA:
- Is the only Organisation that specifically represents the interests of dispensing doctors and their patients.
- Gives advice to Members on the full spectrum of dispensing issues and is frequently contacted by outside agencies for information about dispensing.
- Produces Dispensing Guidance and a guide to Standard Operating Procedures (Both free of charge to Member practices).
- Sends email alerts to Members on urgent matters regarding dispensing.
- Provides education and training for dispensary staff at discounted rates to Members.
- Offers help and advice to Members when dealing with pharmacy applications.
- Responds to relevant government consultations to ensure that the interests of dispensing practice and patients are taken into account.
- Holds regular meetings with the GPC, PSNC, the Department of Health and other agencies to promote your interests regarding service issues, including remuneration and reimbursement.
- Has developed ties with both the pharmaceutical industry and wholesalers to ensure that concerns and interests of dispensing doctors are heard.
- Has an up to date website www.dispensingdoctor.org with a Members Only section that provides information about dispensing issues, including access to information on VAT, Controlled Drugs and the Dispensary Services Quality Scheme.
- Delivers commercial benefits for its Members with access to discounted business credit card transactions, Insurance affiliations, production of DDA bags and labels and discounts on Company formations.
- Offers Members a reduced rate at the Annual Conference, where Members can meet as well as make contact with participating pharmaceutical companies.
Support the DDA as we continue to support you.
The DDA – Looking after Dispensing Doctor Interests Now and for the Future. Join now by telephoning The Administration Office on 01751 430835 or email office@dispensingdoctor.org