Coffee with FIP

“Coffee with FIP” is a podcast-style mini-series created to provide pharmacy professionals around the world with a dynamic and accessible platform for informal, evidence-based conversations. Designed as short and casual, the series offers pharmacists a unique opportunity to start their day with thought-provoking discussions. Each episode features timely discussions on key topics aligned with FIP’s strategic priorities and programmes, offering insights that support professional growth and reflect the evolving landscape of pharmacy practice, science, and education.

Coffee with FIP responds to the growing need for accessible, engaging formats that connect professionals across borders, promote knowledge exchange, and build a stronger sense of connection among pharmacy professionals worldwide, while delivering accessible content that supports continuous professional development.

The ethics of pharmacist prescribing: Responsibilities in expanded practice

17 February 2026

Pharmacist prescribing is expanding globally, offering the potential to improve access, reduce costs, and enhance patient care. But with this privilege comes responsibility. This episode explores the ethical dimensions of pharmacist prescribing—from navigating patient trust and privacy to managing perceived conflicts of interest. We reflect on how pharmacists can responsibly tailor treatments while upholding the highest ethical standards in this evolving area of practice.

Moderator:

Mr Luís Lourenço, Professional Secretary, FIP, Portugal

Speaker 1:

Betty Chaar, Associate Professor, University of Sydney, Australia

Speaker 2:

Sanya Ram, Senior Lecturer, University of Auckland, New Zealand

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