As you know, you need to find a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP) to apply for a university’s Independent Prescribing course. If you just starting this finding a DPP journey, you should realize that finding a DPP is hard. The reason being is that DPPs have to be both willing and able to support you through the whole process, from application to graduation.
There are a number of ways that you can go about finding a DPP.
- Ask your family doctor
- Google “designated prescribing practitioner” and your city or town
- Call the local hospital and ask for a referral
- Ask a friend who is happy with their designated prescribing practitioner
- Look online for reviews of designated prescribing practitioners in your area
Before starting let us share this information with you. MEDLRN helps pharmacists and nurses to develop their clinical skills and find a designated prescribing practitioner. Please contact us to match a DPP.
1. Ask your family doctor to find a DPP
If you are not sure where to start looking for a designated prescribing practitioner, one option is to ask your family doctor. They may be able to provide you with a referral or at least point you in the right direction. You can also look for a prescribing practitioner in your local community, either through the phone book or online.
Another option is to contact your provincial or territorial medical regulator. They may be able to provide you with a list of designated prescribing practitioners in your area.
2. Google “designated prescribing practitioner” and your city or town
When searching for a designated prescribing practitioner online, one option is to Google “designated prescribing practitioner” in your city or town. This should bring up a list of practitioners in your area. You can then narrow down your search based on reviews and other factors.
It’s important to remember that not all designated prescribing practitioners are created equal. Make sure to do your research and find a practitioner who you feel comfortable with and who has experience treating the condition you’re dealing with. If you find a DPP, do not forget to search for him/her on the internet for reviews.
Search on the internet with these queries; you can click each query to search on Google.
3. Call the local hospital and ask for a referral
If you are not sure where to start looking for a designated prescribing practitioner, one option is to call the local hospital and ask for a referral. The staff should be able to provide you with a list of practitioners in your area. You can also check with your insurance company to see if they have any recommendations. Once you have a few names, you can start doing some research on each one to see if they are a good fit for you.
4. Ask a friend who is happy with their designated prescribing practitioner
If you have a friend who is happy with their designated prescribing practitioner, they may be able to provide you with a referral. This is often the best way to find a practitioner as you can trust that your friend has already vetted them and knows that they are qualified. If you don’t have a friend who can provide a referral, MEDLRN can help you to find a DPP. Please contact us to ask about availability.
5. Look online for reviews of designated prescribing practitioners in your area
If you want to find a designated prescribing practitioner, one option is to look online for reviews. We are looking at reviews even though we are buying a brand-new monitor or phone. Why do not we search on the internet for reviews which are given for DPPs?
In Conclusion to find a designated prescribing practitioners
To find a designated prescribing practitioner, you can search online, call the local hospital, or ask a friend for a referral. Whichever route you choose, make sure to do your research so that you find a practitioner who is right for you. Reading online reviews can be a helpful way to narrow down your options and find a practitioner with a good reputation. Ultimately, the most important thing is to find a Designated Prescribing Practitioner who you feel comfortable with and who can provide the care that you need.
Please remember that MEDLRN is always here to help pharmacists. If you need a designated prescribing practitioner, MEDLRN can help you to find a designated prescribing practitioner. Please contact us now.
