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Implementation of Virtual Interactive Cases for Pharmacy Education: A Single-Center Experience.
Karen Cameron1, Erin Cicinelli1,2, Cindy Natsheh1,2
1Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
Summary
Virtual interactive case (VIC) software enhances pharmacy students' skills in patient assessment, clinical reasoning, and communication. This web-based tool provides realistic practice, improving preparedness for experiential learning and expanding its use in pharmacy education.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Health Professions Education
- Medical Simulation
Background:
- Patient case simulation software is recognized for enhancing pharmacy student skills.
- Virtual Interactive Case (VIC) is a web-based system designed for simulated patient encounters.
- VIC offers deliberate practice across various clinical topics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the implementation and utilization of the VIC system in an undergraduate pharmacy curriculum.
- To evaluate the impact of VIC on student learning and preparedness.
- To explore the expanded applications of VIC in pharmacy education.
Main Methods:
- VIC was integrated across didactic courses, practice labs, experiential learning, and interprofessional education.
- Evaluation involved student and instructor surveys and qualitative student interviews.
- The system's usability and impact on skill development were assessed.
Main Results:
- VIC was found to be easy to navigate, fostering a positive and realistic learning environment.
- Students reported enhanced ability to identify patient information and improved preparedness for experiential courses.
- VIC successfully simulated hospital pharmacy practice.
Conclusions:
- VIC is a valuable addition to undergraduate pharmacy education, extending beyond its initial purpose.
- The system effectively enhances key skills for pharmacy practice.
- Future plans include case development and broader integration for continuing education and remediation.
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