There’s no single way to define the impact of a pharmacist.
Across CVS Health, pharmacists bring their expertise to many different roles and care settings, united by a commitment to helping people achieve better health. As pharmacists from across CVS Health share in the video above, that impact can take many forms – from clinical interventions and patient counseling to trusted relationships and everyday moments of care.
Across CVS Health, pharmacists apply their education, clinical judgment and problem-solving skills across a range of roles and care settings. They educate patients, collaborate with other health care professionals, advocate for patient safety and help people navigate what can often be a complicated health care journey. What connects these different roles is the expertise pharmacists bring to each one, and the difference they can make for the communities they serve.
Because pharmacists are among the most accessible health care professionals, even seemingly small interactions can make a meaningful difference. That comes through clearly in the reflections of our colleagues – from CVS Pharmacy staff pharmacist Sume Chakkalakel’s focus on accessibility and trust to CVS Caremark's Diana Wodarczyk’s reflection on the combination of science, problem-solving and compassion come together in the profession.
The role of the pharmacist continues to evolve, too. As new tools, technology and models of care create more opportunities for pharmacists to put their education and training to work, their ability to support patients and improve care can grow alongside those opportunities.
During American Pharmacists Month, CVS Health is proud to recognize pharmacists across the company and the expertise, compassion and commitment they bring to the people we serve every day.