Transforming Retail Pharmacies: Embracing Pharmacy Workflow Automation to Combat Pharmacist Burnout

written by Jason Gasper

In the evolving healthcare landscape, retail pharmacies are stepping up as central healthcare hubs, with 7 out of 10 people preferring pharmacies for their healthcare needs due to convenience. However, this increased demand, coupled with staffing shortages, has led to significant burnout among pharmacists. To address these challenges, pharmacies are increasingly adopting advanced technology solutions.

By leveraging AI and machine learning-powered platforms with predictive analytics, pharmacies can streamline workflows, optimize inventory management, and improve operational efficiencies. These technologies allow pharmacists to focus on personalized patient care while ensuring that critical medications are available even during drug shortages. As the healthcare industry continues to innovate, technology will be the key to empowering pharmacists and enhancing patient care.

Jason Gasper

SVP, Chief Commercial Officer

Jason Gasper is the SVP, Chief Commercial Officer of OrderInsite. He is responsible for OrderInsites growth and innovation strategy. His unique ability to innovate, collaborate, operate, sell and deliver results has allowed him to hold executive positions with Fortune 50 companies such as McKesson, Merck, and Proctor & Gamble, as well as start-ups like mscripts (acquired by Cardinal Health in 2019) or Solta Medical (acquired by Valeant Pharmaceuticals in 2013).

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