Opinion: Pharmacist oversight must be built into prescription kiosks

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Source: STAT News

Original: https://www.statnews.com/2026/02/13/pharmacy-kiosks-automated-medication-dispens...

Published: Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Prescription pharmacy kiosks can increase access to medications and increase convenience for patients. However, these kiosks must be paired with pharmacist-led security measures. Such measures ensure the safe use of medicines. The system must support the coordinated use of several drugs. Pharmaceutical supervision is essential for patient safety. Kiosks alone are not enough without this supervision.