scholarly journals Lessons learned from pharmacy practice in developing nations

2017 ◽  
Vol 47 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-4
Author(s):  
Chris Alderman
Pharmacy ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 53 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard R. Violette ◽  
Sherilyn K. D. Houle ◽  
Lisa M. Nissen ◽  
Nancy M. Waite

This article describes the formation of the International Pharmacists-as-Immunizers Partnership (IPIP), an international network of pharmacy practice researchers with an interest in pharmacist-administered immunizations. Using funds obtained from a university-sponsored grant, a two-day meeting was held at the University of Waterloo in Canada to discuss published and in-progress research on the topic, identify gaps and priorities for future research, and share implementation strategies used in different jurisdictions. Twelve researchers from five countries attended this initial meeting, identified from both personal networks and from authorship lists from published research. Small- and large-group discussions addressed a number of themes, including: clinical, economic and educational outcomes of the service; the perspectives of pharmacists, patients, and other health professionals; operational and policy factors influencing uptake; safety; and the immunizing pharmacist’s role in disaster preparedness. Feedback on our first meeting and outcomes achieved were evaluated on the basis of participant feedback. Key components of the meeting that were considered successful and important lessons learned are summarized, so that other like-minded researchers with a shared pharmacy practice research interest could consider leveraging funding opportunities to establish other international pharmacy practice research networks.


2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Margie E. Snyder ◽  
Caitlin K. Frail ◽  
Lindsey V. Seel ◽  
Kyle E. Hultgren

In 2010, the Purdue University College of Pharmacy established the Medication Safety Research Network of Indiana (Rx-SafeNet), the first practice-based research network (PBRN) in Indiana comprised solely of community pharmacies. In the development of Rx-SafeNet and through our early project experiences, we identified several "lessons learned." We share our story and what we learned in an effort to further advance the work of the greater PBRN community. We have formed the infrastructure for Rx-SafeNet, including an Executive Committee, Advisory Board, member pharmacies/site coordinators, and Project Review Team. To date, 22 community pharmacies have joined and we have recently completed data collection for the network's first project. Lessons learned during the development of Rx-SafeNet may benefit PBRNs nationally. Although community pharmacy PBRNs are not yet commonplace in the U.S., we believe their development and subsequent research efforts serve as an important avenue for investigating medication use issues.   Type: Idea Paper


Author(s):  
Trish Andrews ◽  
Robyn Smyth ◽  
Belinda Tynan ◽  
Andrew Berriman ◽  
Deborah Vale ◽  
...  

This chapter focuses on the emerging possibilities and issues arising from the rapid adoption of mobile technologies for learning in tertiary and higher education contexts in developing countries. In particular, it explores the implications for developing nations of the rapid proliferation of mobile devices. Many opportunities are forecast along with some lessons learned from an Australian investigation into the use of rich media technologies in higher education.


2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (8) ◽  
pp. 375-380
Author(s):  
Nicole K. Early ◽  
Andrea Callas ◽  
G. Blair Sarbacker ◽  
Carla J. Bouwmeester ◽  
Macayla A. Bartucca

The COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed how the world operates and introduced a multitude of unprecedented challenges for all health professionals, especially for those responsible for training learners, including pharmacy residents and students. Due to density and social distancing restrictions, many pharmacy schools and residency programs had to transition to virtual experiential learning–with little to no existing literature, structure, or adequate time for planning. This article offers a variety of approaches to ensure that pharmacy learners meet accreditation requirements, engage in interprofessional education and collaboration, reflect on their learning, prioritize self-care, and are adequately prepared to enter geriatric pharmacy practice despite current challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic. Authors address both challenges, as well as opportunities to expand future experiential education for all pharmacy learners.


Author(s):  
Christian Mbilinyi ◽  
Deus Buma ◽  
Solobi Ngasa ◽  
Rose Maingu ◽  
Betty Maganda ◽  
...  

Understanding models of pharmacy education and practice in low-to-middle income countries (LMIC) can drive best practices and resource utilization. However, there is a paucity of literature in this setting. The purpose of this report is to describe the length and breadth of pharmacy education and training in Tanzania as well as pharmacy practice models at 3 institutions. Lessons learned and implications for global pharmacy practice described herein aim to advance the profession and pharmacists’ impact in LMIC settings. The Muhimbili campus is located in Dar es Salaam, the largest city in Tanzania, a LMIC in East Africa, and is comprised of 3 institutes and a health professions school. Despite variance in patient populations, all Muhimbili institutions have developed pharmacy services in outpatient and inpatient pharmacies, central pharmacy stores, intensive care units, and operating theaters. Unique pharmacy practice areas result from a variance in patient populations serviced and include services in pharmacovigilence/drug information, compounding, oncology, nephrology, and emergency departments. Medication availability and the complexity and time commitment of patient billing are consistent challenges, and multidisciplinary collaboration a common strength across the 3 institutions. Pharmacists at Muhimbili perform innovative and critical functions to support optimal patient care tailored to specific patient populations. The detailed review of these services can serve as a model for pharmacy practice at other health systems in LMIC and beyond.


2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 304-312 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jon P. Wietholter ◽  
Renier Coetzee ◽  
Jane McCartney ◽  
Julie Gegg ◽  
Terry L. Schwinghammer

Pharmacy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Majanne Wolters ◽  
Jacqueline G. van Paassen ◽  
Lenneke Minjon ◽  
Mirjam Hempenius ◽  
Marie-Rose Blokzijl ◽  
...  

For delivering high quality pharmaceutical care pharmacy students need to develop the competences for patient centered communication. The aim of the article is to describe how a curriculum on patient centered communication can be designed for a pharmacy program. General educational principles for curriculum design are based on the theories of constructive alignment, self-directed learning and the self-determination theory. Other principles are paying systematic and explicit attention to skills development, learning skills in the context of the pharmacy practice and using a well-balanced system for the assessment of students’ performance. Effective educational methods for teaching communication skills are small group training sessions preferably with (simulation) patients, preceded by lectures or e-learning modules. For (formative or summative) assessment different methods can be used. The Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) is preferred for summative assessment of communication competence. The principles and educational methods are illustrated with examples from the curriculum of the master Pharmacy program of Utrecht University (The Netherlands). The topics ‘pharmaceutical consultations on prescription medicine,’ ‘pharmaceutical consultations on self-care medication’ and ‘clinical medication reviews’ are described in detail. Finally, lessons learned are shared.


2020 ◽  
pp. 29-44
Author(s):  
Nuala Lucas ◽  
James Bamber

The Confidential Enquiries into Maternal Deaths is the longest running audit of maternal mortality in the world. From its inception in 1952 to 2011, triennial reports have been published on the direct and indirect causes of maternal death, with salutatory messages from the care delivered to these mothers. Since 2011, the report has been published annually, to facilitate a more rapid response to emerging patterns of disease and prevent a time-lag in dissemination and learning from cases. The historical trend in causes of deaths is well-described, with mortality figures for the UK and the current themes in lessons learned. Despite this representing UK demographics and healthcare, many of the lessons learnt are applicable in healthcare settings around the world, including developing nations.


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