1) Leadership (Organization of Pharmacy)
Chairperson: A senior physician leading discussions and aligning with clinical practices.
Co-Chair: A pharmacist supporting the chair and setting agendas.
Secretary: Typically, a pharmacist, responsible for documentation and communication.
2) Members
Composed of Physicians (various specialties), Pharmacists, Nurses, Administrators, and other healthcare professionals as needed.
3) Subcommittees
Specialized subcommittees may include:
Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR)
Medication Usage Evaluation (MUE)
Formulary Review
4) Meetings
Held monthly or quarterly, depending on institutional needs.
5) Documentation & Communication
Records of meeting minutes and decisions are maintained for consistency and communication across departments.
6) Collaboration
Works with other departments to align medication use with institutional patient care goals.
This structure enables efficient management of medication policies and patient safety.