Community pharmacies within NHS Highland play a vital role in delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare services to patients across both remote and urban communities. They are often the first point of contact for advice, treatment, and ongoing care, supporting the wider NHS by improving access and reducing pressure on other services.
A wide range of services are delivered through community pharmacies, including acute and chronic care support, public health initiatives, and preventative interventions. These services are underpinned by national and local priorities, ensuring consistent, safe, and person-centred care.
Pharmacy contractors are expected to deliver services in line with national specifications, clinical governance requirements, and local guidance, ensuring patients receive safe, effective, and timely care.
To the left of this page, you will find three drop-down menus, each expanding into further categories. These sections are organised into Core, National, and Local services to support easy navigation.
Please note that these pages are currently under development. Our intention is for this area to become a comprehensive guide to all aspects of Community Pharmacy Services within NHS Highland, supporting contractors and teams in accessing key information, guidance, and resources.
Below is an inclusive list of all services:
Core Services
Pharmacy First
Pharmacy First Plus
Public Health Service (Sexual Health & Smoking Cessation)
Quality Improvement plan
Medicine Care and Review
Acute Medication Services
Locally Negotiated Services
Palliative Care
Medication Assisted Treatment- Opioid Substitution Therapy Supervision and instalment dispensing
Injecting Equipment Provision
Advice for Residential Care Homes
Compliance Support Solutions
Clozapine Supply Service
Enzalutamide Medication Supply
Disposal of Patients Unwanted Medicines
Pharmacy Champions
National Pharmaceutical Services
Gluten Free Services
Stoma Services
Unscheduled Care
Emergency Provision of Naloxone