Pharmacy Times Interview Touts Psychiatric Pharmacists

President Jolene Bostwick and Executive Director Brenda Schimenti had the opportunity to discuss the vital role of board-certified psychiatric pharmacists (BCPPs) in integrated care teams. The interview highlights psychiatric pharmacist expertise in comprehensive medication management, the role of collaborative practice agreements, the psychotropic stewardship model, and how psychiatric pharmacists improve outcomes for patients with psychiatric disorders. The interview closes by addressing significant policy barriers, including lack of reimbursement and federal recognition, that limit broader implementation and growth of the profession.