Pharmacists are more than just dispensers of medicine; they are essential healthcare professionals who play a vital role in improving patient outcomes, advancing medical care, and strengthening public health systems. As the bridge between doctors and patients, pharmacists provide expert guidance on medication use, ensure the safe and effective delivery of treatments, and contribute to the prevention and management of diseases.
Empowering pharmacists goes beyond their professional development—it is about recognizing their pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare. By equipping them with the latest knowledge, tools, and resources, we enable them to meet the growing demands of modern medicine, adapt to technological advancements, and address global health challenges. Together, we can build a healthcare ecosystem where pharmacists lead with innovation, compassion, and expertise, driving positive change for generations to come.
The Bangladesh Pharmacists Forum (BPF) successfully held the first discussion meeting of its newly elected executive committee. The event was marked by celebratory activities and crucial discussions that outlined the forum’s plans and aspirations for 2025.
To welcome the New Year, 2025, a cake-cutting ceremony was held during the meeting, symbolizing a fresh start and renewed commitment to advancing the pharmacy profession in Bangladesh. The forum also determined its work plan for the year, emphasizing activities that aim to enhance professional development and community engagement.
The work plan for 2025 includes several noteworthy initiatives:
Scientific Seminars and Professional Training: The forum plans to regularly organize seminars and training programs to improve the professional skills of pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.
National Day Celebrations: The forum will celebrate the National Day with various events to promote awareness of the pharmaceutical profession.
Special Discussion Programs and Get-Togethers: These events will foster collaboration and camaraderie among pharmacists from diverse backgrounds.
National-Level Gathering of Graduate Pharmacists: A comprehensive meeting is being planned, bringing together graduate pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists from across the country. This event aims to unite professionals above party affiliations and political influences, creating a collaborative platform for innovation and progress.
President Md. Azibur Rahman, in his address, emphasized the forum’s recent efforts to advance the development of hospital pharmacy and clinical pharmacy in Bangladesh. He highlighted a series of meetings held with the Ministry of Health, where the forum presented its demands in a clear, written format.
“There is no alternative to implementing hospital pharmacy and clinical pharmacy to make Bangladesh’s health sector more developed and self-reliant,” stated President Rahman. “We believe the government will respect our demands and implement these reforms promptly. Additionally, our demands have been presented to the chairman of the Health Sector Reform Committee, and we are optimistic that they will be included in the roadmap for health reform.”
The program was presided over by President Md. Azibur Rahman, with General Secretary Md. Mehedi Hasan Tanbir also present. Other notable attendees included:
Senior Vice President: Md. Anwar Majid Tarek, Vice President: Md. Mehedi Hasan, Joint General Secretary: Md. Kamruzzaman Khokon, Office Secretary: Ahsan Ahmed, Education and Research Affairs Secretary: Md. Nurul Islam Nahi, Associate Publicity Secretary: Mamun Gazi, International Affairs Secretary: Simon Islam
Additionally, several executive members and other leaders attended, including Imran Hossain, Redwan, Ifat, Fazal, Mahbub Talukder, Arif Khan, Faisal Tarek Tanmoy, Limon Hasan, and Tamim Khan.
The Bangladesh Pharmacists Forum reiterated its commitment to elevating the professional standards and skills of pharmacists across the country. Through regular training programs and advocacy efforts, the forum aims to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the pharmaceutical sector in Bangladesh.
The meeting concluded with a strong resolution to work collaboratively to address the challenges faced by the profession and contribute meaningfully to the country’s health sector development.
