EAHP represents over 29,000 hospital pharmacists across 36 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 professionals.
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.
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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.
When EAHP and Hospital pharmacists appear in the news.
EAHP publishes a monthly EU monitor with updates about the latest EAHP initiatives and information relevant for the hospital pharmacy profession.
Sponsor Channel
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.
19/03/2026 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
20/03/2026 - 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Room 113
Ulrika Gillespie
Link to EAHP Statements
Section 1 – Introductory Statements and Governance: Statements – 1.3
Section 4 – Clinical Pharmacy: Statements – 4.1, 4.12
Section 6 – Education and Research: Statement Statements – 6.2
Abstract
Educating patients about medications and their health is crucial for fostering shared decision making (SDM) in healthcare. SDM emphasizes collaboration between healthcare providers and patients, where decisions about treatment are made together, considering the best available evidence and the patient’s preferences.
Patient education plays a pivotal role in SDM by empowering individuals to actively participate in decisions about their health. When patients are well-informed about their medications, including benefits, potential side effects, and alternative options, they can make informed choices aligned with their personal values and circumstances. This understanding reduces uncertainties and promotes confidence in decision making, enhancing patient satisfaction, adherence to treatment plans and health outcomes.
Educating and training patients for SDM requires a multifaceted approach that combines accessible information, effective communication, and skill-building. Key strategies to prepare patients for active participation in SDM include providing clear and accessible health information, using decision aids, enhancing communication skills and promoting (digital) health literacy.
Hospital pharmacists can play a crucial role in educating and training patients for SDM by acting as medication experts and patient advocates. Their expertise in pharmacotherapy, patient counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration makes them well suited for this task.
In this seminar the presenters will share their experiences and expertise in how to engage in preparing and educating patients for SDM. They will provide tools and advice that can be applied by hospital pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
Learning objectives
After the session, the participant should be able to:
– Explain the importance of educating patients about their medications and health conditions to enhance their participation in SDM.
– Describe how treatment options can be communicated by using visual aids, real-world examples, evidence-based, balanced, and unbiased risk-benefit discussions tailored to patient understanding, preferences and values.
– Guide patients through weighing the pros and cons of different treatments while respecting their autonomy and personal circumstances.
Educational need addressed
Shared Decision Making (SDM) is increasingly used to promote patient-centered care and empowerment. However, its effective implementation is often limited by factors such as time constraints, lack of interest, limited knowledge of the method, and inadequate patient education. There is a need for hospital pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals, to become more proficient and confident in providing SDM to their patients in order to achieve the above-mentioned benefits of the method.
Keywords
Medication Therapy Management, Communication, Inter-professional Collaborative Practice, Education.
