Interprofessional relations

Despite the inherent challenges presented by the current regulatory environment, the Dispensing Doctors' Association is keen to improve collaboration and co-operation between dispensing doctors and pharmacies. The DDA believes that joint working between pharmacists and doctors has the potential to benefit patients, and make better use of doctors' and pharmacists' skills.

Models of joint working may include:

• Increased contact within existing business models
• Co-location of practice and pharmacy as separate entities
• Partnership working (Integrated Medicines Providers).

For more information on the benefits of GPs and pharmacists working in the co-located environment, please visit our Integrated Medicines Provider Forum.