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The role of reflective practice in pharmacy
1University of Minnesota, Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems, College of Pharmacy, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA. droe0013@tc.umn.edu
Education for Health (Abingdon, England)
|January 27, 2004
Summary
Integrating pharmaceutical care education with practice is crucial for pharmacists to provide patient-centered care. This approach enhances drug therapy safety and effectiveness, transforming the pharmacy profession.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy education
- Pharmaceutical practice
- Healthcare delivery
Background:
- The pharmacy profession is shifting from a product-centered to a patient-centered focus.
- Pharmaceutical care practice represents a significant transformation in pharmacy, aiming for safer and more effective drug therapy.
- Increased pharmacist-patient communication alone is insufficient for a paradigm shift; how pharmacists practice is equally important.
Purpose of the Study:
- To advocate for the integration of education and practice in teaching pharmaceutical care.
- To emphasize the importance of reflective practice in pharmacy education.
Main Methods:
- This is a discussion paper arguing for a specific educational approach.
- It focuses on the conceptual framework for teaching pharmaceutical care.
Main Results:
- Linking education and practice is essential for effective pharmaceutical care.
- Current educational models may not adequately prepare pharmacists for patient-centered roles.
Conclusions:
- Pharmacy curricula should incorporate reflective practice, problem-based learning, and collaborative, authentic experiences.
- This educational reform will enable pharmacists to contribute effectively to interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- It will highlight the indispensable role of pharmacy in quality healthcare.