Apothecary was a term for one who formulates and dispenses medicine to physicians, surgeons, and patients. They also dispensed general medical advice and performed other jobs now done by specialists, such as midwifery and surgery.

Riann, the Akaali that made First Contact with the crew of the Enterprise NX-01, was a trained apothecary. (ENT: "Civilization")

External linkEdit

• Apothecary at Wikipedia