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¹, B. Pharm., M. Sc., MBA, FCSHP, est chef du département de pharmacie et de l'unité de recherche en pratique pharmaceutique, CHU Sainte-Justine, Montréal, Québec.

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This study tested a method to improve pharmaceutical care in pediatric hematology-oncology. The approach involved literature review, area profiling, and practice level upgrades, enhancing pharmacist interventions.

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Area of Science:

Clinical Pharmacy
Hospital Pharmacy Practice
Pharmaceutical Care

Context:

The concept of clinical pharmacy, originating in the 1960s, shows significant program variability and disparity in pharmacist presence across settings.
Hospital pharmacy services require systematic methods for practice enhancement.

Purpose:

To evaluate a structured method for upgrading pharmaceutical care services within a hospital environment.
To assess the impact of practice level upgrades in a specialized pediatric hematology-oncology unit.

Summary:

A 3-step method was employed: scientific literature review, creation of a detailed profile for the target area (pediatric hematology-oncology), and upgrading practice based on pre- and post-intervention assessments.
The study identified 36 relevant articles and highlighted the complexity of pediatric hematology-oncology cases, despite representing only 5% of hospital admissions, indicating a high potential for pharmaceutical intervention.

Impact:

The study provides a tested framework for enhancing pharmaceutical care in specialized hospital settings.
This method can guide improvements in pharmacist roles and interventions, particularly in complex pediatric patient populations.