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A qualitative analysis of student pharmacists' perceptions working in community settings during the COVID-19 pandemic
Jennifer M Bingham1, Taylor Maldonado2, David R Axon2
1Department of Pharmacy Practice & Science, University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, 650 East Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States of America.
Introduction:
Student pharmacists made a considerable contribution to healthcare provision and public health efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, little is known about student pharmacists' experiences working in community pharmacy during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to describe the perceived impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on student pharmacists working in community-based pharmacy settings.
Methods:
Semi-structured interviews were conducted in Spring 2023 with student pharmacists enrolled in the Doctor of Pharmacy program at the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy who also worked at a community pharmacy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students were asked five core questions with additional probing questions as necessary. Students were also asked to provide three words that described their experience working in community pharmacy through the COVID-19 pandemic. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed, then coded by two independent reviewers with differences resolved through consensus.
Results:
Eighteen students participated in a semi-structured interview. Four key themes were identified: (1) health and wellness of self and others; (2) education (online didactic and experiential) and work experience; (3) pharmacy workforce; and (4) appreciation and value of the pharmacy profession. The most common words to describe working in community pharmacy through the COVID-19 pandemic were stressful (n = 7) and rewarding (n = 5).
Conclusions:
This study offers some insight into the experiences of student pharmacists from one United States school of pharmacy working in community pharmacy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Future work is warranted to assess the long-term impact on student pharmacist wellbeing, education, work experience, and appreciation of the profession.
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