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Bringing the practice of pharmacy into clinical research

10/01/2026

October is American Pharmacists Month, and at RxE2 we are celebrating by looking at the evolving role of the community pharmacist.

For years, pharmacists have been known primarily for dispensing prescriptions at the counter. But as healthcare decentralizes, independent pharmacists are proving to be the ultimate bridge between patients and clinical research.

They bring pre-existing trust, deep patient relationships, and clinical expertise to local communities. This month, we salute the pharmacists who are unbinding the profession and advancing the future of healthcare.

09/25/2026

Every year on World Pharmacists Day, the industry celebrates community pharmacists for their dedication to dispensing medications. But at RxE2, we believe it is time to talk about what happens when we unleash their full potential.

Community pharmacists are already the most accessible and trusted healthcare professionals in their neighborhoods. They build long-term relationships with patients, answer complex medical questions daily, and understand community health needs better than almost anyone else.

When we integrate community pharmacies into clinical research, we do not just give patients easier access to groundbreaking treatments. We solve the clinical research industry’s biggest hurdles.

Today, we are celebrating community pharmacists not just for dispensing medicine, but for transforming the future of clinical research.

09/15/2026

Is your local pharmacy the next big thing in clinical research? 🏥💊

The FDA's 2024 final guidance has opened the door for community pharmacists to take on specific, high-impact roles in clinical trials. It is no longer just about filling prescriptions; it is about bringing life-saving research to your neighborhood.

What exactly can pharmacists do?

🔹 Expert Dispensing: Managing the complex storage and labeling of investigational drugs.

🔹 Clinical Counseling: Providing MTM and adherence support to keep patients on track.

🔹 Data Collection: Performing routine vitals and blood draws right in the community.

🔹 Safety Monitoring: Acting as a local safety net to identify and report side effects.

By leveraging the "decentralized elements" of the local pharmacy, we are making trials more accessible, more diverse, and more human.

Read all about it in our new blog post: https://rxe2.com/beyond-the-prescription-counter/

08/13/2026

Patient retention and protocol adherence are two of the greatest challenges in the clinical research industry. When patients fail to take medication as directed, it compromises the entire data set and can delay the approval of new treatments. Pharmacists are uniquely qualified to address this issue through their existing expertise in adherence support. By providing the coaching and education needed to keep participants on track, pharmacies ensure high levels of protocol fidelity. This strength makes community pharmacies indispensable partners in the development of new medical breakthroughs.

08/11/2026

The landscape of community pharmacy is undergoing a fundamental shift as reimbursement models for traditional dispensing continue to tighten. Many independent pharmacies are diversifying their revenue by integrating advanced clinical services like research into their practice. This evolution allows pharmacists to be recognized and compensated for their clinical expertise rather than just the products they provide. Moving toward clinical research integration provides a professional revenue stream that is not tied to dispensing margins. It ensures that the pharmacy remains a viable and essential part of the healthcare ecosystem for years to come.

08/06/2026

Decentralized clinical trials are changing how research is conducted by removing the requirement for patients to travel to distant academic centers. The satellite site model allows local pharmacies to serve as clinical research hubs within their own communities. Under this framework, pharmacies handle the patient-facing clinical work while leveraging the infrastructure of a central research organization. This model reduces the burden on patients and makes clinical research a more accessible part of local healthcare. It represents the future of a more inclusive and efficient research enterprise.

08/04/2026

The healthcare industry is shifting toward continuous monitoring to improve patient outcomes and gather real-world data. For pharmacies, remote patient monitoring represents a natural expansion of their role as clinical leaders. By overseeing patient data from wearable devices and digital tools, pharmacists can provide more timely interventions. This approach moves the pharmacy from a reactive model to a proactive one. It ensures that clinical trials and standard care are informed by real-time health metrics rather than periodic visits.

07/30/2026

When new health threats emerge, the speed of vaccine development and testing is critical. Community pharmacies have proven their ability to mobilize quickly for large scale vaccination efforts. By applying these same frameworks to clinical research, pharmacies can accelerate the recruitment process for new vaccine trials. This rapid response capability is a cornerstone of a modern and resilient research infrastructure.

07/28/2026

Many dermatology trials rely on frequent visual assessments that can be burdensome for patients to attend at distant sites. Community pharmacies can simplify this process by hosting these assessments locally. Since pharmacists already see patients for various skin treatments, they can easily monitor progress and document changes as part of a clinical trial protocol. This localized care model increases patient retention and ensures high quality data for new dermatological therapies.

07/23/2026

Research into mental health and central nervous system disorders requires a high level of trust and a supportive environment. Patients often feel more comfortable discussing these sensitive topics with a pharmacist they have known for years. By providing a private space for these clinical interactions, pharmacies can help reduce the stigma associated with these trials. This patient centered approach is vital for advancing new treatments in behavioral and neurological health.

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