Pharmacy in Iceland.
OBJECTIVE
To summarize the practice of pharmacy in Iceland.


METHODS
Human resources were the primary sources of data for this publication. Personal observation by Cleary is the basis of this publication.


METHODS
Data on areas related to Icelandic history, practice of pharmacy, Icelandic health system, and the European Economic Community and Education were obtained through interviews. Information is presented to give an appreciation of pharmacy practice in a Nordic country.


CONCLUSIONS
Pharmacy education and practice is progressive and flourishing in Iceland's National Health Service. Clinical pharmacy services are in their infancy; however, the potential for growth is immense. The Fulbright experience was educational and beneficial for all parties involved.
Cleary
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School of Pharmacy, University of Mississippi, Jackson 39216.
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Loftsson
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Magnusson
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D004512:Education, Pharmacy; D005062:European Union; D006801:Humans; D007055:Iceland; D010605:Pharmacy Administration; D010607:Pharmacy Service, Hospital; D011364:Professional Practice; D013222:State Medicine / Q000458:organization & administration*