Why is CPT knowledge and Prescribing Competence critical to safe and effective medical practice?

Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology knowledge and Prescribing competence, especially in training and early years of practice, correlates with fewer medication errors, better licensing exam results, fewer professional disciplinary complaints, and improved sustainability of health care.

References:

• College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. PRESCRIBING DRUGS. December 2019.
• World Health Organization. MEDICATION WITHOUT HARM. 2022.