UNE pharmacy students convene in Augusta, advocating for patients and the profession

On May 30, 2017, pharmacists and pharmacy students from across the state gathered in Augusta to show support for LD 572, a bill designed to expand the role of pharmacists in Maine.

LD 572, which has now been passed by the Maine Senate, begins the process of updating the states' pharmacy laws by amending the definitions of “pharmacist” and “practice of pharmacy.” It specifies in statute that the “Practice of Pharmacy” is "the provision of health care services" and that “Pharmacists” are "providers of health care services".

“LD 572 puts the profession of pharmacy and the services they provide along with other health care professionals,” said Kenneth McCall, BSPharm, Pharm.D., CGP, associate professor for the Department of Pharmacy Practice. “This is especially important in rural and underserved areas of the State.” 

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