Pharmacists as "Medical Staff"

[CanPharm]

I came across this on the internet. I'm not familiar with the US health system, but do you think this will this have an impact on the role of the pharmacist?

http://www.pharmacist.com/AM/Templa...mplate=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=28616

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[tongiecc]

I came across this on the internet. I'm not familiar with the US health system, but do you think this will this have an impact on the role of the pharmacist?

http://www.pharmacist.com/AM/Templa...mplate=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=28616

I read a medscape article on this today as well, and think that it's great to have pharmacy in the conversation. Beyond that, I think it would ideally encompass collaborative clinical practice where pharmacy/PA/Np, etc would essentially be able to act autonomously within a specific scope in the hospital. Could have a large impact, or could provide little change, just depends on perceptions/implementation. But overall I think it could be a really good thing for us, and like that there are numerous things being discussed (like a "behind the counter" class, etc) that will expand our roles.