Nabil Fakih: Community Pharmacists Are Heroes Too
As community pharmacists continue to serve as front liners during this COVID-19 pandemic, Nabil Fakih believes that they deserve the increasing recognition they are getting. Facing patients is an essential part of a community pharmacist’s work, but it puts them at risk of getting infected by the coronavirus, which may have been transmitted by patients who come to the pharmacy. Nabil Fakih believes that while every pharmacist is responsible for all drug-related patient care, community pharmacists are primarily vital in improving the population's health. They are essential parts of community members' lives and deserve deep appreciation and gratitude for their services. They play a crucial role in quickly innovating accessible healthcare and relevant resources to their local communities. Since they see more patients daily, community pharmacists are critical in providing patients with access to quality healthcare, products, and other essential services. Nabil Fa...