Pharmacy as a career was introduced to me the summer before my junior year of high school, during my participation in the Summer Enrichment for Math and Science Program. The program engaged students in rigorous academic courses while exposing them to different areas of the healthcare field. We were introduced to several healthcare professionals; including pharmacists, radiologists, and medical researchers. The most memorable experiences were made during my encounters with the pharmacy professionals. My time at the camp encouraged me to take a pharmacy technician class the following school year. I was able to witness pharmaceutical practices in various settings, ranging from hospitals to independently owned and community- based health center pharmacies. Shadowing these pharmacists allowed me to gain a better understanding of the profession. I was able to witness the compassion, knowledge and skills a pharmacist must have in order to be successful. Seeing the ability of a pharmacist to calm the nerves of a frantic mother, or help a patient feel confident in managing his or her own health was awe-inspiring. Fueled with my budding interest in the profession, I began my freshman year at Howard University as a biology major. However, as a first generation college student, the transition to college was very difficult for me. I struggled in finding the necessary guidance and support that would have benefited me in successfully navigating my new academic environment. Faced with working to support myself financially, while balancing a demanding full course load, led to my grades suffering. Changing my major to Business Management, I made the difficult decision to put my dream of being a pharmacist on hold and at the same time, ... ... middle of paper ... ...th tons to learn. Everyday I go to work I am more convinced that pharmacy is the career for me. Working side-by-side with pharmacists has given me a realistic view of the profession. I stand in awe of the staff pharmacist, as they are constantly challenged to learn and grow with an ever-changing environment. Every day they play a vital role in improving the lives of our patients. Becoming a pharmacist means that I can I too can help people get well and stay well. It means that I can live a life of service, fulfilling my goals of being a positive force in my community. Being a pharmacist means that everyday I can help improve the lives of patients. Through information and recommendations I can aid in the elimination and reduction of symptoms and promote overall good health. I can think of no greater charge in life than to help people get well and stay well.
There are a lot of reasons why I chose to pursue pharmacy as my career and they all point to the most important reason: pharmacy is a great fit for my life and is something I have become increasingly passionate about. It started when I was researching careers with my parents and my dad suggested pharmacy and, simply put, it sparked my interest because at the time it was one of the few things I thought I would not hate doing. A healthcare career has always been where I put myself in the future, mainly because most of my family members are in the healthcare field. However, I have never been one that could directly help the wounded or deal with anything gory, but am very intrigued by the growing science of pharmacy. As I continue exploring pharmacy, the more I enjoy learning about it and feel like I could excel in this career.
Students at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy are offered a four-year S.L. opportunity as part of the Pharm D. program. All of the participants report having an increase in their writing and oral communication skills, having a better understanding of those in need, and an increase in confidence in the work environment (Bartelme, Ticcioni, and Janke 1). Through these experiences, students are able to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real-life experiences. Experience constructs a good resume and creates a fo...
Pharmacists are highly educated in the form, uses, and interactions of certain medicines and also in how those medicines affect normal body functions. They keep thorough patient medication records, which contain important health information. Pharmacy technicians give advice to patients on the proper use of medications, and they also are important sources of information to physicians and other health care providers.
Many graduates from LLU School are actively involved in the medical field. The environment surrounding LLU University provides pharmacy students with ample opportunities to serve the co...
Medical schools now recognize the need for training beyond lectures and in classrooms and are making the move to allowing students to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge by other means. Continuing medical education providers are doing the same and now offer a wide range of professional activities designed to allow health care professionals, including pharmacists, to obtain the credits they need using a variety of formats. With the help of these flexible pathways, health care professionals are finding they can routinely update their abilities while filling any gaps in their training. As a result, health care continues to improve, and the free CPE activities offered through Impact Education, LLC are a great place to start.
The more I study Pharmacy the more I feel that God has sent me on a mission. I started to realized that I am needed to find the cure for dementia. My family and I have been through so much with my Grandparents but it was not their fault. They start losing control of their own body and actions. It is hard on the dementia patients and their
“When you know your destination, it is easier to find and stay on the right road.” Thus, I believe knowing where I want to be in next ten years will assist me in concentrating my efforts towards achieving that goal. In the next 10 years, I see myself as a pharmacist working in a pharmaceutical company and transitioning into setting up my own generic pharmaceutical company. Moreover, I also see myself giving back to my community in the form of community service. Influenced by my father’s current field of employment, I decided to pursue Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program.
When Anne Butler who has been a pharmacist for over thirty years, and currently a Kroger pharmacy manager was in class to enlighten us about the duties of a retail pharmacist, I was curious to know more the area of pharmacy which I want to practice after school. Retail pharmacy as described by the quest speaker is a rewarding environment to work as a pharmacist because you get the opportunity to interact with patients on a daily basis. The best medicine that a pharmacist can dispense is love, loving the costumers and building good relationships with them. This is a sure way to ensure a successful pharmacy. From her experience pharmacy technicians are the backbone of the pharmacy, considering the volume of mechanical work they do to ensure the pharmacist has all they need to provide good services to the patients. It is part of the duties of a pharmacist to train the pharmacy technicians. In addition to the above, she stated that, the profession of pharmacy is growing with a lot of duties and specialties been
As part of the Introduction to Pharmacy Practice Experience, I had the opportunity to shadow pharmacists in four different pharmacy settings. First experience was at the ambulatory care infusion center, the second was at Hy-Vee community pharmacy, third experience was at the acute care division at Unitypoint St Luke’s Hospital, and the last rotation took place at the UIHC general Hospital. Initially, starting my first year of pharmacy school my vision on a pharmacist involvement in different settings was very limited. After rotating through each setting, I realized that a pharmacist could be involved at any patient care setting and other areas where I would have never imagine they could be involved. Each setting was unique in regards of the
A pharmacy is a store where medicinal drugs are dispensed and sold. Pharmacies have all kind of drugs and prescriptions for patients and/or customers. A pharmacy is more than a drug store. They try to promote health awareness and good hygiene. There are two different types of jobs at a pharmacy: a pharmacist and a pharmacy technician.
A professional career in pharmaceuticals has been a dream of mine for many years. Becoming a pharmacist peaked my interest because a pharmacist is a crucial factor in patient health care. A pharmacist must not only understand a medication’s purpose, but also recognize how that medication will react in an individual’s body and relay that information to the patient. These responsibilities of a pharmacist are important to a patient’s safety, and I am more than capable of accepting these responsibilities. Through high school and continuing into my secondary education, I have showed a repeated interest in chemistry, biology, and mathematics.
I pleased to apply to the PharmD program as the program is one area that corresponds to my career dreams. Being part of this program gives one the opportunity to gain an excellent experience in working and collaborating with various health care providers in the ward. But more importantly, it facilitates a practical environment in dealing more closely with patients. Hence, it helps to provide the ultimate health care services to patients. Also, it permits me to carry on gaining different knowledge, skills, and values in addition to those I have already developed during my undergraduate studies. My interest in being a clinical pharmacist was first aroused during my SPEP rotation in the hospital setting where I was really impressed with the role of clinical pharmacists who provide a consistent process of patient care with healthcare teams to maintain the appropriateness, effectiveness and safety of the medication use. Unlike a pharmacist, a clinical pharmacist has a more diversified responsibilities and closeness to direct patient care. Moreover, provides
Everything I liked about a pharmacist came rushing back to me. I loved pharmacy and I knew that if I tried my hardest I could bring my marks back up and eventually turn my dream into reality. I looked into my future and once again, my dreams were as clear as the water of the French Polynesia. And the pathway to it was even clearer. I am going to do this no matter what anyone tells me.
Pharmacists have very important roles in healthcare from all angles. Physicians and licensed practitioners that write a written prescription, the pharmacist reviews patient history, health conditions, and interactions with the new medication prescribed. As a pharmacy technician (for six years) I had a somewhat of an overview on what they accomplished in a shift but did not know everything on what I know now from this research. Pharmacy students that are in the process to obtain their doctor of pharmacy (D.Pharm.) go through a series of training, education and internship to become a well-rounded pharmacist.
Students are recruited from the schools of pharmacy via short advertisement displayed as a Power Point during a required class for first-year and second-year students. Interested students will be required to submit a resume along with the personal statement to the internship program director. Pharmacy students who express their interest in research pharmacy will be invited for an interview with the program director. Students who are self-motivated and possess great communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills will be offered a position of an intern. The goal is to recruit one student from year one pharmacy class per year. Hiring process will take place during the summer, which will help to avoid potential scheduling conflicts with required orientation and