I AM A PHARMACIST

I am a specialist in medications
I supply medicines and pharmaceuticals to those who need them.
I prepare and compound special dosage forms.
I control the storage and preservation of all medications in my care.

I am a custodian of medical information
My library is a ready source of drug knowledge.
My files contain thousands of specific drug names and tens of thousands of facts about them.
My records include the medication and health history of entire families.
My journals and meetings report advances in pharmacy from around the world.

I am a companion of the physician
I am a partner in the case of every patient who takes any kind of medication.
I am a consultant on the merits of different therapeutic agents.
I am the connecting link between physician and patient and the final check on the safety of medicines.

I am a counselor to the patient
I help the patient understand the proper use of prescription medication.
I assist the patient’s choice of nonprescription drugs or in the decision to consult a physician.
I advise the patient on matters of prescription storage and potency.

I am a guardian of the public health
My pharmacy is a center for health-care information.
I encourage and promote sound personal health practices.
My services are available to all at all times.

This is my calling. This is my pride.