Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences at an Academic Medical Center

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 408-414
Author(s):  
Ashley Thompson-Quan ◽  
Judie T. Tran ◽  
Valerie Clinard
Keyword(s):  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Pharmacy Education ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Rotational Structure ◽  
Program Structure ◽  
Point Scale ◽  
Accreditation Council ◽  
Academic Medical

Purpose Introductory pharmacy practice experiences (IPPEs) for pharmacy students are required by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, but guidance for rotational structure is limited. Objective To describe the design, implementation, and evaluation of IPPE rotations at a large, multisite, academic medical center. Conclusion A large IPPE program was successfully implemented and sustained. Rapid cycle changes were made based on post rotational surveys completed by both preceptors and IPPE students to assess and modify the rotations until the average experience was rated at least a 4 on a 5 point scale, illustrating a mutually beneficial collaboration between the Medical Center and the School of Pharmacy. The IPPE program structure and capacity has continued to grow at the Medical Center in a collaborative manner.

scholarly journals Identification of Factors Associated With the Desire to Participate in a Pediatric Pharmacy Practice-Based Research Network

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 479-485 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeremy S. Stultz ◽  
Chad A. Knoderer ◽  
Kalen B. Manasco ◽  
Jill A. Morgan ◽  
Hanna Phan
Keyword(s):  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Research Experience ◽  
Protected Time ◽  
Academic Medical ◽  
Practice Based Research ◽  
Member Involvement

OBJECTIVES To evaluate the practice-based research network (PBRN) potential within the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group (PPAG) membership and to identify characteristics associated with member willingness to join a PPAG PBRN. METHODS In October 2016, a 21-question survey was sent by email to approximately 900 PPAG pharmacist members (excluding students) using contact information contained in the PPAG membership database. The survey elucidated information regarding training, clinical and research experience, practice site information, and willingness to participate in a PPAG PBRN. Descriptive statistics described the potential PBRN and multivariate logistic regression determined respondent characteristics associated with willingness to join the PBRN. RESULTS Of 145 survey respondents (a 16% survey response rate), 92 selected “yes” regarding their willingness to participate in the PPAG PBRN. Acute care general pediatrics was the most common area where respondents desired to perform research (44.6% of “yes” respondents), with over 2500 patients/day collectively available. The most common selected limitations to research were time and size of available patient populations (59.8% and 47.8% of “yes” respondents, respectively). Cumulative hours/week members would be willing to devote to the PBRN was approximately 77 to 206. Publication of a retrospective study (OR 10.4, 95% CI 2.1–51.9, p = 0.004), research protected time (OR 4.9, 95% CI 1.4–17.8, p = 0.015), and affiliation with an academic medical center (OR 3.32, 95% CI 1.05–10.45, p = 0.04) were independently associated with willingness (a “yes” response) to join a PPAG PBRN. CONCLUSIONS Within the PPAG membership, there is sufficient interest, expertise, patient exposure, and member time to develop a PBRN focused on pediatric pharmacotherapy. The identified characteristics associated with willingness to join the PBRN can help focus efforts for member involvement, education, and recruitment to ensure sustainability of the PPAG PBRN.

Development of a specialty medication prior-authorization service at an urban academic medical center

2016 ◽  
Vol 73 (15) ◽  
pp. 1174-1179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle T. Martin ◽  
Elena Telebak ◽  
Paige A. Taylor ◽  
Olga Volozhina
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Pharmacist ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Hcv Infection ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Insurance Companies ◽  
Prior Authorization ◽  
Assistance Programs ◽  
Academic Medical ◽  
Specialty Medication

Abstract Purpose The project in which a clinical pharmacist enlisted the help of pharmacy students to create a team responsible for prior-authorization (PA) paperwork associated with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection treatment is described. Summary Many insurance companies require completion of a time-consuming PA process for approval of high-cost specialty medications, such as those used in the treatment of HCV infection. A clinical pharmacist at an urban academic medical center recruited pharmacy students to assist with and streamline the HCV medication PA process. After training, the students developed a protocol to increase the efficiency of completing PA requests, appealing denials, obtaining PA extensions, and documenting progress in the electronic medical record to ensure continuity of care. The PA team collaborated with clinicians to document proof of medical need and worked with insurers, pharmacies, and patients to achieve timely approval and receipt of medications. From June 2014 to March 2015, three students spent 240 hours developing the PA protocol and completing 88 PA requests, with an overall medication approval rate of 87.7%; 18 patients were also referred to medication assistance programs. The PA team’s work allowed the clinical pharmacist to spend more time on clinical activities and scholarship, while the students increased their knowledge of HCV disease and HCV-targeted therapies and improved their skills in written and verbal communication with patients, providers, and insurance companies. Conclusion Pharmacy students successfully implemented a PA team to manage prescription approval for HCV medications with assistance from a clinical pharmacist.

scholarly journals Four Themes to Enhanced Interprofessional Education Integration: Lessons Learned from Early Implementation and Curricular Redesign

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret De Voest ◽  
Lisa Meny ◽  
Kali VanLangen ◽  
Susan DeVuyst-Miller ◽  
Lisa Salvati ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Interprofessional Education ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Pharmacy Education ◽  
Implementation Planning ◽  
Academic Medical ◽  
Early Implementation ◽  
Case Study Report

With the release of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Standards 2016, interprofessional education (IPE) has become more formalized and needs to be embedded into the curricula of colleges and schools of pharmacy. While IPE is not new to the practice and training of pharmacists, the call for IPE has become more robust over the last several years creating challenges to widespread implementation. The purpose of this Case Study Report is to describe a twelve-year progression of IPE implementation at a college of pharmacy without an academic medical center. Focused strategies for the development, integration, and expansion of IPE are provided through the context of four themes: working through program differences; collaborators and effective collaboration; attention to implementation planning; and prebriefing and debriefing. Each theme is defined and reviewed using specific examples and lessons learned. Finally, in consideration of the ACPE Standards 2016, potential next steps are discussed.   Type: Case Study

Pharmacy technicians, supporting our past, shaping our future: Implementing an ASHP-ACPE–accredited pharmacy technician training program in an academic medical center

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariel C Pereda ◽  
David Goffman ◽  
Sharee’ Parker ◽  
Nigjar Polat ◽  
Janet M Kozakiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Training Program ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Pharmacy Education ◽  
National Standard ◽  
High Turnover ◽  
Pharmacy Technician ◽  
Technician Training ◽  
Pharmacy Technicians

Abstract Purpose Pharmacy technician training and education vary depending on practice site and state law. Although technician certification provides a national standard for credentialing, not all states require it, making certification a voluntary process for technicians or the organizations employing them. As the role of the pharmacist has evolved, the need for highly trained pharmacy technicians has grown. The pharmacy technician’s expanded role in specialized areas of pharmacy practice has created new opportunities that require advanced training. Summary Research is lacking on return on investment for workforce development programs, making it difficult to advocate for pharmacy technician training programs. Therefore, it is important to create internal metrics that link one’s program to business performance. This begins with conducting a job market analysis for the geographic area. It is imperative to identify the current occupational outlook for pharmacy technicians, identifying areas with potential for growth as well as where there are shortages or high turnover. Successful development of an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)–accredited pharmacy technician program requires a long-term strategy to address key market issues as well as social and economic barriers and financial data to secure funding. Conclusion This case study details Yale New Haven Hospital’s journey from proof of concept to implementation of an ASHP-ACPE–accredited pharmacy technician training program.

Description of a Medical Writing Rotation for a Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency Program

2013 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 169-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamie N. Brown ◽  
Kelsey A. Tiemann ◽  
Jared L. Ostroff
Keyword(s):  
Residency Program ◽  
Medical Literature ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Pharmacy Practice ◽  
Medical Writing ◽  
Residency Programs ◽  
Formal Instruction ◽  
Academic Medical

Purpose: To provide a description of a pharmacy residency rotation dedicated to medical writing developed at a tertiary care academic medical center. Summary: Contribution to the medical literature is an important component of professional pharmacy practice, and there are many benefits seen by practitioners actively involved in scholarly activities. Residency programs have an opportunity to expand beyond the standard roles of postgraduate pharmacist training but rarely is there formal instruction on medical writing skills or are scholarship opportunities provided to residents. In order to address this deficiency, a residency program may consider the implementation of a formal Medical Writing rotation. This rotation is designed to introduce the resident to medical writing through active discussion on medical writing foundational topics, engage the resident in a collaborative review of a manuscript submitted to a peer-reviewed professional journal, and support the resident in the design and composition of manuscript of publishable quality. Conclusion: A structured Medical Writing rotation during a pharmacy resident’s training can help develop the skills necessary to promote scholarly activities and foster resident interest in future pursuit of professional medical writing.

Gender differences in career progress and satisfaction in an academic medical center

2002 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 95-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
JoAnn Manson ◽  
Beverly Rockhill ◽  
Margery Resnick ◽  
Eleanor Shore ◽  
Carol Nadelson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical Center ◽  
Academic Medical ◽  
Career Progress
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