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An introductory pharmacy practice experience based on a medication therapy management service model
Chanel F Agness1, Donna Huynh, Nicole Brandt
1University of Maryland, Baltimore, USA. cagness@rx.umaryland.edu
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|August 11, 2011
Summary
This study implemented an introductory pharmacy practice experience (IPPE) using the medication therapy management (MTM) model. Pharmacy students successfully identified medication issues and provided recommendations for older adults.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Clinical Pharmacy Practice
Background:
- The Medication Therapy Management (MTM) service model is crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.
- Experiential learning is vital for developing competent pharmacy practitioners.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement and evaluate an Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) structured around the MTM service model.
- To assess the effectiveness of this IPPE in teaching core MTM elements to third-year pharmacy students.
Main Methods:
- The 'Patient Care 2' IPPE involved third-year pharmacy students interacting with older adults.
- Students identified medication-related problems and developed recommendations using core MTM principles.
- Outcomes were evaluated by the number of documented problems, recommendations, and student feedback.
Main Results:
- Fifty-seven older adults participated, with students identifying 52 medication-related and 66 medical problems.
- A total of 233 recommendations were documented, covering health maintenance, pharmacotherapy, referrals, and education.
- Students reported gaining adequate experience in core MTM elements.
Conclusions:
- The 'Patient Care 2' IPPE effectively serves as a model for teaching MTM core elements in pharmacy education.
- This experiential learning approach can enhance patient care services within the community.
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