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Tigas Alliance opens innovative flagship pharmacy

By Rajiv MenonMalaysia
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Tigas Alliance, the pharmacy chain owned and run by Berjaya Pharmacy Retail, has opened a flagship at Plaza Berjaya in Kuala Lumpur.

Farmasi Tigas Ekspres features an innovative service format that includes health advice.

With the tagline “A pharmacy you can talk to”, Tigas Alliance focuses on providing consultation services with its own licensed pharmacists, termed #rockstarpharmacists.

“We believe pharmacists are an essential stakeholder in the partnership with doctors to deliver holistic and effective patient care,” says Tigas Alliance pharmacist/senior manager Jennifer Tan.

“Our mission is to promote excellence in preventive health consultations.”

Tigas ensures its #rockstarpharmacists are kept informed of the latest industry guidelines through regular professional development sessions. No appointments are needed for customers at the store’s private consultation areas.

Pharmacy services include health assessment and monitoring, medicine review, weight management, smoking cessation, family planning and dietary advice.

Questions & Answers

Q.

What is the new flagship pharmacy called and where is it located?

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The new flagship pharmacy is called Farmasi Tigas Ekspres. It is located at Plaza Berjaya in Kuala Lumpur. This store is part of the Tigas Alliance chain, owned by Berjaya Pharmacy Retail.

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What kind of services does the new flagship pharmacy offer to customers?

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The pharmacy offers an innovative service format including health advice and consultation services from licensed pharmacists. Specific services include health assessment and monitoring, medicine review, weight management, smoking cessation, family planning, and dietary advice.

Q.

How does Tigas Alliance ensure its pharmacists provide up-to-date advice?

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Tigas Alliance ensures its #rockstarpharmacists are kept informed of the latest industry guidelines. This is achieved through regular professional development sessions, promoting excellence in preventive health consultations.

Q.

Do customers need to book an appointment for consultations at the new pharmacy?

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No, customers do not need to book an appointment for consultations. Private consultation areas are available in the store, allowing for immediate access to health advice from licensed pharmacists.

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