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online workshop

Introduction to medication review


  • Released: 08/2026
  • Reviewed: N/A
  • Study time: 6h:30m

This event is only for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who are taking part in the Primary Care Pharmacy Edcuation Pathway.

This workshop will help you develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to optimise medicines use and develop your role in primary care. It is intended for those new to the role and those with experience of working in primary care.

Learning outcomes

On completion of all aspects of this learning programme you should be able to:

  • document answers to medicines-related queries
  • apply a structured approach to medicines reconciliation
  • undertake person-centred medication reviews
  • describe the importance of structured medication reviews (SMRs)
  • explain how clinical medication reviews and structured medication reviews (SMR’s) benefit patients and practices
  • demonstrate how pharmacy professionals can impact patient and service outcomes from clinical medication review
  • identify people who are at increased risk of falls and fractures
  • explain why pharmacy professionals working in a PCN have a key role working in care homes
  • evaluate individual strengths in the pharmacy team to optimise the skill mix
  • assess the safety and clinical appropriateness of medicines in older people with frailty
  • advise on the administration of medicines in people with swallowing difficulties.

How to use this programme

We deliver our online workshops using Zoom. When you book onto this event you will receive a separate email (from the tutor via Zoom) with a unique invitation link. Please do not share the link with others. The email also allows you to add the event (including the invitation link) to your digital calendar of choice. You can also find a copy of the link on your CPPE My bookings page.

Please note

  • You will need to be connected to the internet for the duration of the online workshop.
  • To get the most from this workshop we recommend that you use a laptop or desktop computer.
  • Log into the event in enough time to enable you to resolve any technology issues before the official start. If you join after the official start time, the facilitator may not be able to admit you into the workshop.
  • This is an interactive workshop and you must have your camera on throughout. You will need a microphone available to speak during the event. This is important for building rapport, ensuring engagement and supporting accessibility.
  • Please ensure you are in a quiet room with no distractions.
  • You must not join while travelling.
  • We expect you to prepare for our events by completing all pre-workshop activities. Details of these will be emailed to you by the tutor or can be found on your My bookings page.
  • Please ensure that you can attend for the entire workshop – attendance will only be marked if you attend and participate fully. 

If you can no longer attend or wish to cancel your place on this event, you must do so via your My bookings page. Our cancellation policy will apply to late cancellations, or if you do not cancel and fail to attend the event.

If you have any queries or concerns regarding your participation in the workshop, or have any requirements that we can support you with, please do not hesitate to contact the lead tutor. For more information, read our inclusivity statement.

Watch a video explaining what to expect from our online learning programmes.

Learning intended for

  • Pharmacists
  • Pharmacy technicians