At Phothera, we’re committed to improving the health of both our patients and the planet
As part of this effort, we are doing our part to reduce our carbon footprint by eliminating paper forms and transitioning to a 100% digital order process.
It’s faster, more secure, and better for everyone.
Did you know?
The world produces more than 414 million metric tonnes of paper every year.
42% of global wood harvest is used to create paper
About 4 billion trees are cut down for the annual global paper supply
24 trees are used to make one ton of paper
Five liters of water are required to make one sheet of A4 paper
Offices in the USA get through around 12 trillion sheets of paper annually
Almost half of all paper documents are thrown away within 24 hours of being printed
Office waste Facts. (n.d.). Business Waste. Retrieved May 19, 2025, from https://www.businesswaste.co.uk/sectors/office-waste-management/office-waste-facts/
Why We’re Making This Change
Reduce paper waste and support sustainability
Increase order processing speed and accuracy
Enhance convenience for healthcare providers
Provide a more secure means of transferring patient data
What’s Changing?
Starting June 1, 2025:
- PDF prescription forms will be removed from the website
- Providers must submit orders using one of the following digital tools:
- Phothera E-Form – Quick, mobile-friendly, and secure
- Provider Portal – A robust, secure, and user-friendly portal for prescribing and managing prescriptions.
How to Prepare
Step 1
Choose your preferred digital method
Step 2
Bookmark or log in to your chosen tool
Step 3
Submit your next order digitally — it’s that easy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Together We Can Make a Difference!
Switching to digital prescriptions helps reduce our environmental impact while improving the quality of care. Thank you for joining us in building a more sustainable future.
We’re committed to supporting you—contact us for personalized assistance.