EAHP represents over 30,000 hospital pharmacists across 37 member countries. EAHP represents and develops the hospital pharmacy profession within Europe in order to ensure the continuous improvement of care and outcomes for patients in the hospital setting. This is achieved through science, research, education, practice, as well as sharing best-practice and responsibility with other healthcare professional
The EAHP Board, elected for three-year terms, oversees the association’s activities. Comprising directors responsible for core functions, it meets regularly to implement strategic goals. Supported by EAHP staff, the Board controls finances, coordinates congress organization, and ensures compliance with statutes and codes of conduct.
The EAHP staff supports the Board in executing EAHP’s mission. The Staff assists in financial management, events organisations, policy activities and all EAHP projects. The EAHP staff works closely with EAHP’s members and ensures the effective communication all relevant stakeholders.
The first member countries were Belgium, Britain, Denmark, France, the Federal Republic, Germany, Italy and The Netherlands in 1972. EAHP has now 36 EAHP members and 2 Associate Members. EAHP is open to countries members of the Council of Europe and since 2022 to organisations representing the interests of hospital pharmacists from outside the Council of Europe (Associate Membership)
EAHP’s structure is also composed by different standing committes: EAHP Scientific Committee, EAHP Education Executive Committee and the EAHP CTF Steering Committee.
At EAHP, we are committed to transparency in our governance, ethical standards, and funding practices. This section provides open access to our foundational documents, including the EAHP Statutes, Code of Conduct, and Funding Sources. By sharing these resources, we aim to uphold accountability and foster trust with our members, partners, and the public.
Keep up with all EAHP’s events and webinars. Contact the team at info@eahp.eu should you have any questions about upcoming events or activities.
Here you can find all upcoming events organised by EAHP and by all its members and associate members. Do not hesitate to contact the events team at events@eahp.eu should you have any questions about the organisation of these events.
Hospital pharmacists conduct a critical role in the care of patients in hospitals. Learn more about what they do here and in all the pages under Hospital Pharmacy practice and Policy.
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EAHP brings together experts from many areas of hospital pharmacy practice providing and highlighting good local sustainable practices as that can be up-scaled and shared with other countries. The EAHP Working Group on Sustainability has the aim of reducing the environmental burden of the hospital pharmacy services.
The European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP), and its 36 member country platforms are creating a Common Training Framework for the hospital pharmacy education in Europe. The goal of this project is to allow the free movement of hospital pharmacists within the European Union.
The European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP) and the European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP) have collaboratively developed the Oath to Society. The Oath to Society is all encompassing and acts as a contract for excellence in providing compassionate patient care, working as part of the healthcare team and advancing the pharmacy profession, and showcasing how clinical and hospital pharmacists work every day
A day created to highlight the importance and to celebrate the work done by hospital pharmacies. This day celebrates all hospital pharmacy teams.
The Early Career Network aims to empower early-career pharmacists by sharing opportunities, insights, and success stories from across 25 member countries.
Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected hospital pharmacy community: one story, one country, one pharmacist at a time.
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Find all EAHP relevant publication like the EAHP Surveys, annual reports and the history books.
The European Journal of Hospital Pharmacy (EJHP) is the only official journal of the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP) and is committed to advancing the science, practice and profession of hospital pharmacy. As the premier communication platform for hospital pharmacists worldwide, EJHP is a major source for continuing education as well as updates on advances in the practice and standard of pharmaceutical care for patients.
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EAHP publishes a monthly EU monitor with updates about the latest EAHP initiatives and information relevant for the hospital pharmacy profession.
The Sponsor Channel is designed to maximise visibility and engagement, allowing sponsors to connect with the hospital pharmacy community and partners in a dynamic and interactive environment. From product demonstrations to networking sessions, the Sponsor Channel offers a range of opportunities for sponsors to showcase their offerings and generate leads in the new EAHP Website.
Member since 1972.
The Dutch Association of Hospital Pharmacists (NVZA) support hospital pharmacists in their professional and social responsibility to make the best circumstances including (Specialized) pharmaceutical care for patients a treatment relationship with their hospital.
The hospital pharmacist is responsible for safe, effective, efficient, responsible and customer – focused pharmaceutical care – in the hospital, the clinic, the clinic in the regional healthcare chain. Cooperating with other specialists of continuity of care for the patient. Without walls between secondary and primary care. With the patient at the centre and working from his/her role as a therapist.
NVZA is a scientific society, encourage and promote research, innovation and expertise.
Address: Rijnzathe 8, De Meern, 3454 PV, The Netherlands
Tel: 030-3035400
E-mail: secretariaat@nvza.nl
Website: www.nvza.nl
The European Association of Hospital Pharmacists congratulates the Dutch Association of Hospital Pharmacists (NVZA) on its 95th anniversary—a milestone that highlights nearly a century of dedication to advancing pharmaceutical care in the Netherlands. Since its founding, the NVZA has consistently driven innovation and excellence in specialized patient care, research, and education.
Join the NVZA in looking back at this inspiring history that showcases the evolution of hospital pharmacy in the Netherlands. Reflecting on the achievements that have shaped the profession over nearly a century. Watch it here.
Our president Nenad Miljkovic joined the NVZA and its stakeholders at their celebratory event on November 27th in The Netherlands, where they both celebrated their 95th anniversary and discussed the problem of medicine shortages. To view the video of this event click here.
The “Pharmacists Taking the Lead” videos showcase inspiring initiatives led by hospital pharmacists aimed at making healthcare more accessible, suitable, and sustainable.
Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC)
Approximately 6-7% of all hospital admissions are medication related. Reducing this percentage requires innovative solutions. In Leiden, hospital pharmacists, in collaboration with medical specialists and European partners, have conducted groundbreaking research on the use of a DNA medication card. The results are impressive: the risk of severe side effects in patients taking multiple medications was reduced by 30%.
This video explains how the DNA medication card works and how it improves care, particularly for vulnerable patients, such as those with heart conditions. It highlights not only a technological breakthrough but also an excellent example of collaboration between hospital pharmacists and medical specialists.
Erasmus Medical Center
To address the challenges patients face due to medicine shortages, strong political action is urgently needed. Pharmacists can no longer tackle this issue alone. Hospital pharmacists in The Netherlands are also calling for a constructive parliamentary debate this morning to establish a structural approach to this pressing problem, which affects the entire Dutch society.
The NVZA advocates for:
The health of patients must remain the top priority. Only a broadly supported, structural solution can sustainably resolve this urgent situation.
This video features hospital pharmacists sharing how they work with medical specialists to find creative solutions to medicine shortages every day.
NVAZ represents 774 hospital pharmacists working in 126 hospitals in the Netherlands.
In the Netherlands there is a legally recognised specialisation which is mandatory to work as a hospital pharmacist and as a hospital pharmacy manager. Since 2004 this 4 year postgraduate training program includes aspects such as clinical pharmacy, compounding, laboratory techniques, and logistics. Additionally research is a mandatory part of the specialisation.
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