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A longitudinal, narrative case-study of interprofessional socialization among pharmacy students
Natalie Kennie-Kaulbach1, Katie Crespo2, Sheri Price3
1Practice Experience Program, College of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, 5968 College Street, P.O. Box 15000, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R2, Canada.
Interprofessional education (IPE) helps pharmacy students develop collaborative skills. This study explored pharmacy students' interprofessional identity development during their education and early practice, highlighting the value of authentic experiences and professional relationships.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Pharmacy Education
- Interprofessional Collaboration
Background:
- Limited longitudinal research exists on interprofessional education (IPE) despite its known benefits for collaboration.
- Understanding student socialization is crucial for developing effective IPE initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine pharmacy students' interprofessional identity development.
- To explore early professional and interprofessional socialization experiences in pharmacy curriculum and practice.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal narrative case study.
- Semi-structured interviews at four time points: pre-entry, end of first term, end of first year, and two years post-graduation.
- Narrative analysis of interview data.
Main Results:
- Participants focused on understanding health professional roles and confronting stereotypes early in their curriculum.
- Valued IPE experiences that allowed role enactment and relationship building in authentic settings.
- Interprofessional identity development post-graduation varied by practice context and relationship opportunities.
Conclusions:
- This study offers preliminary insights into early interprofessional socialization for pharmacy students.
- Findings can inform and enhance understanding of IPE curricula.
- Further research in pharmacy education and practice is recommended.
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