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Design fundamentals of mentoring programs for pharmacy professionals (Part 1): Considerations for organizations
Shane P Desselle1, Helen Chang2, Gail Fleming2
1Touro University California College of Pharmacy, Vallejo, CA, USA.
Research in Social & Administrative Pharmacy : RSAP
|April 29, 2020
Summary
This commentary explores mentoring program design fundamentals for pharmacy professionals. Effective mentoring reinforces professional identity and highlights the unique role of pharmacists in global healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Professional Development
- Pharmacy Practice
Background:
- Mentoring programs are established in various sectors, including healthcare.
- Existing literature provides a foundation for designing effective mentoring initiatives.
- Pharmacy professionals can benefit from structured mentoring to enhance their roles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the literature on mentoring program design fundamentals.
- To provide considerations for mentoring schemes specifically for pharmacy professionals.
- To highlight mentoring as a tool for reinforcing professional identity in pharmacy.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and commentary.
- Analysis of design fundamentals for mentoring programs.
- Consideration of evidence and theories for program structure.
Main Results:
- Mentoring supports pharmacists in learning from peers and mentors.
- Programs can reinforce professional identity and establish the uniqueness of the pharmacy profession.
- Key structural and logistical considerations for in-person and distance mentoring are presented.
Conclusions:
- Mentoring is a valuable strategy for pharmacist professional development.
- Well-designed mentoring programs are crucial for pharmacists in a changing global health landscape.
- This paper provides foundational insights for developing effective pharmacy mentoring initiatives.
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