Efficient management is essential to the safe and cost-effective delivery of pharmacy services in hospital settings. This book outlines key principles of hospital pharmacy management, including inventory control, formulary development, clinical service integration, and medication safety protocols. It addresses procurement processes, regulatory standards, and workforce supervision. Emphasis is placed on interdisciplinary collaboration, policy formulation, and continuous quality improvement. Designed for pharmacy managers and students, it equips readers to handle administrative responsibilities while supporting high standards of patient care.
Mateo Rivera is a healthcare systems expert who brings extensive experience in managing inpatient pharmaceutical services and medication safety programs. He has designed logistics models for hospital formularies, automated dispensing units, and emergency drug protocols. Mateo also consults on pharmacy workforce planning, clinical auditing, and interdisciplinary coordination. His operational reforms in tertiary care settings have been recognized for improving patient outcomes and cost-efficiency. He frequently lectures on institutional policy design and ethical resource allocation.