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Published on: November 9, 2016
Educational program for pharmacists at a multifacility academic medical center
Rafael Saenz1, Susan J Skledar, Bryan Yourich
1Pharmacy Operations,University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian, 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA.
Summary
A new educational program effectively met the needs of pharmacists in a large health system. This collaborative, online series improved patient care and offered continuing education (CE) credits.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Continuing Education
Background:
- Decentralization of pharmacy services in a university medical center necessitated enhanced pharmacist education.
- A steering committee identified educational needs for expanded pharmacy practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe an educational program designed for pharmacists in a multifacility healthcare setting.
- To address the need for comprehensive, interactive, and accessible pharmacist education.
Main Methods:
- A needs survey guided the selection of relevant clinical topics.
- Educational sessions combined didactic presentations and case-based discussions.
- Online streaming and internet access provided broad accessibility across shifts and facilities.
Main Results:
- Pharmacists reported the program met their educational needs and improved patient care.
- Average attendance at live sessions was 25 participants.
- Continuing education (CE) credit has been available since 2008.
Conclusions:
- A collaborative educational series with online access, clinical content, and CE credit effectively met pharmacists' needs.
- The program facilitated the adaptation of pharmacists to expanded roles in a multifacility setting.
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