What body oversees the regulation and operation of pharmacies in New Jersey?

The New Jersey Board of Pharmacy is the body specifically established to oversee the regulation and operation of pharmacies in New Jersey. It is responsible for licensing pharmacists and pharmacies, enforcing pharmacy law, and ensuring that the practice of pharmacy adheres to state regulations and standards. The Board's duties include setting and enforcing rules regarding the safe dispensing of medications, maintaining public safety, and addressing violations within the pharmacy practice. This regulatory authority is crucial for maintaining the integrity of pharmaceutical services and protecting public health in the state.

The New Jersey Department of Health, while important in overseeing public health regulations, mainly focuses on broader health issues and does not specifically govern pharmacy operations. The New Jersey State Legislature creates laws but is not involved in the daily regulation of pharmacies. The Pharmaceutical Society of New Jersey operates as a professional organization that advocates for pharmacists and the profession but does not have the regulatory authority that the Board of Pharmacy holds.