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  • Pharmacy Education
  • Health Sciences
  • Professional Development

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  • Pharmacy education programs aim to develop problem-solving skills.
  • The concept of "wicked problems" – complex, unstructured, and persistent issues – is often overlooked in academic settings.
  • These challenges impact both pharmacy practice and educational strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and discuss "wicked problems" within pharmacy education and practice.
  • To propose strategies for educators to engage with and address these complex issues.
  • To advocate for a focused summit to tackle these challenges and guide the profession's future.

Main Methods:

  • This is a commentary, not an empirical study.
  • It involves conceptual analysis and expert opinion.
  • Examples of wicked problems in pharmacy are presented and discussed.

Main Results:

  • Several examples of "wicked problems" in pharmacy education and practice are illustrated.
  • The commentary highlights the need for educators to acknowledge and confront these issues.
  • Strategies for engaging with and potentially solving these problems are suggested.

Conclusions:

  • Pharmacy educators must recognize the existence and nature of "wicked problems."
  • A collaborative summit is essential to address these multifaceted challenges.
  • Proactive engagement is crucial for shaping a resilient and effective future for the pharmacy profession.