ABDA's 2026 Pharmacist Congress Focused on Future Primary Care

The Association of German Pharmacists (ABDA) convened its Deutscher Apothekertag 2026, dedicating the event to discussions on enhancing primary healthcare and solidifying the role of pharmacies within it.

The congress, under the theme "Together better care: The primary care of the future," explored deeper integration of pharmacies into the healthcare system. Key discussions centered on improving patient access to medical services and ensuring continuity of care.

Participants included ABDA President Thomas Preis, Anne-Kathrin Klemm from the BKK association, Thomas Zöller, a member of the Bavarian state parliament, and representatives from the medical community. PZ magazine's editor-in-chief, Alexander Müller, moderated the panel.

ABDA has emphasized the potential of pharmacies to serve as primary care providers. The event showcased models for increased pharmacy involvement in managing chronic diseases, administering vaccinations, and implementing other preventive health measures, aiming to alleviate pressure on physicians and improve healthcare accessibility, particularly in rural areas.