NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service – alternative consultation service that can be quicker than asking for a GP appointment

Did you know?

  1. Patients benefit from a consultation with a fully qualified
    pharmacist at a local pharmacy in the privacy of a
    consultation room.
  2. There are around 12,000 pharmacies in England.
  3. Pharmacists are highly skilled clinicians, training for five years.
  4. Pharmacists recognise red flags (if symptoms suggest it’s more
    serious).
  5. Pharmacies are often open late so are a convenient choice.
    Each Pharmacy delivering this service will have a pharmacist
    registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, so you can
    feel confident in referring patients to the NHS Community
    Pharmacist Consultation Service.

The service can see patient’s with: