Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Commons^™

December 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

Bridging The Gap: Characterization Of A Dual Pharmacist Role In Drug Information And Investigational Drug Services, Lauren Karel, Pharmd, Bcps, Rania Sadaka, Pharmd, Cindy Wordell, Pharmd, Bcps, Fashp

Pharmacy Presentations, Posters, and Grand Rounds

Background

• Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH) is a tertiary academic medical center with 951 licensed beds

• TJUH offers a wide variety of clinical services, as well as multiple residency programs including a PGY2 specialty residency in Drug Information

• The Investigational Drug Service (IDS) at TJUH is responsible for the procurement, storage, dispensing and maintenance of records for inpatient and outpatient clinical trials

o IDS pharmacy staff ensure study drug medication safety, patient safety, and local, state, national, and federal regulatory compliance for all investigational drug research

Gathering Steam In Health Care: A Student History, Michael J. Leach

The STEAM Journal

In this reflection, I demonstrate STEAM in health care by outlining my 15 years as a university student engaged in formal education, extracurricular learning, research, and employment.

Moseying Along At The Fda, Rodney Richmond

College of Pharmacy Faculty Research ​and Publications

No abstract provided.

November 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

Pharm.D. Graduates Exceed Expectations, Beth Ford

Staff Publications

No abstract provided.

The Pharmacy (Organization) Divide: A Focus On The Impact In Pediatric Pharmacy, Chad A. Knoderer, Lisa Lubsch, Kristin C. Klein

Scholarship and Professional Work – COPHS

No abstract provided.

Profile Interview With Faculty Mentor Jane Krause, Elizabeth J. Dowell, Ashley M. Schinker

Purdue Journal of Service-Learning and International Engagement

No abstract provided.

The Johns Hopkins Hospital: A Summer Internship, Adam Smith

Purdue Journal of Service-Learning and International Engagement

Adam Smith, a native of Richmond, Indiana, is an advanced pharmacy practice student in the College of Pharmacy at Purdue University. In this article, he describes how career exploration through a summer internship with The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland solidified his desire to pursue a career in pharmacy administration.

Connecting Volunteerism To A Career: My Journey With The American Cancer Society And Pharmacy, Christine Kane

Purdue Journal of Service-Learning and International Engagement

Christine Kane is a 2016 graduate from the Purdue College of Pharmacy. In this article, she describes how two passions, the profession of pharmacy and volunteerism with the American Cancer Society, became intertwined to change the course of her career. She implores fellow students to never underestimate the impact an extracurricular activity can have on the rest of your life.

Nsu Sharks Rx - Fall 2016, Nova Southeastern University

NSU Sharks Rx

No abstract provided.

Gender Issues, Elizabeth Johnston, Elizabeth Depew, Cora Duran

Introduction to Public Health Posters

Gender issues occur when men and women (and everything in between) do not get the opportunity to enjoy the same rights across all sectors in society, valuing and favoring the opinions of them all equally.

September 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

2016 White Coat Ceremony Program, School Of Pharmacy, Cedarville University

2016 White Coat Ceremony Documents and Video

No abstract provided.

2016 White Coat Ceremony Invitation, School Of Pharmacy, Cedarville University

2016 White Coat Ceremony Documents and Video

No abstract provided.

August 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

Keeping An Eye On The Fda, Rodney Richmond

College of Pharmacy Faculty Research ​and Publications

No abstract provided.

July 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

Assessment Of Texan Pharmacists' Attitudes, Behaviors, And Preferences Related To Continuing Pharmacy Education, Fadi M. Alkhateeb, Omar F. Attarabeen, Alameddine Sarah

Pharmacy Practice & Administration

Background: Whether the available Continuing Education (CE) programs meet pharmacists’ continuously increasing needs and preferences is open to question.

Objectives: to investigate pharmacists’ perceptions and attitudes concerning available CE programs, evaluate the pharmacists’ choices with regard to selecting among different CE programs, and investigate the factors that are associated with preference to utilize online CE programs.

Method: A 17-question survey was developed and mailed to a random sample of 600 Texan pharmacists. In addition to collecting basic demographic information, the survey investigated pharmacists’ choices with regard to delivery and content of CE programs, motivations to participation in CE programs, and …

June 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

School Of Pharmacy Inaugural Hooding Program, Cedarville University

Doctor of Pharmacy Hooding Ceremony

No abstract provided.

Ssri Use In Pregnancy And Congenital Heart Defects: A Meta-Analysis Of Population Based Cohort Studies, Elizabeth A. Kowalik

Senior Honors Projects

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists estimate that 10-23% of pregnant women in the US face depression at some point during their pregnancy. However, no clear recommendations regarding the treatment of depression in pregnancy are available. Antidepressants are commonly used during pregnancy without clear evidence of their safety. A study of 1,106,757 women in 47 states found that 89,980 (8.1%) had taken an antidepressant at some point during their pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 298 (4.5%) of 6582 women in 10 states between the years of 1998 and 2005 had taken an antidepressant …

Evaluating Interprofessional Fast Forward Rounds For Transition Of Care Education, Laura Cummings, Ashley J. Smith, Mike Pelyhes, Zachary Jenkins, Phillip L. Thornton, Maurice Lee, William Matcham

The Research and Scholarship Symposium (2013-2019)

Background: Interprofessional Education is gaining recognition by key pharmacy organizations for its value in healthcare education, producing various models for implementation among healthcare students and professionals. Unfolding cases incorporating transitions of care may improve student skills and attitudes toward interprofessional collaboration.

Objectives: This project assessed the efficacy of unfolding cases in improving interprofessional skills and attitudes among pharmacy, nursing, and social work students. The ultimate goal is to integrate this model, if proven effective, into the curricula of multiple health science centers.

Methodology: First, pharmacy, nursing, and social work students completed a pre-intervention survey regarding interprofessional skills and attitudes before …

April 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

Herbal And Nutrient Complementary Medicines For Weight Loss: Community Pharmacists’ Practices, Attitudes, Recommendations, Information And Education Needs, Meng-Wong Taing, Eunice Tze Xin Tan, Gail Williams, Alexandra Clavarino, Treasure Mcguire

Treasure McGuire

Objectives To investigate pharmacists’ herbal/nutrient weight loss complementary medicine (WLCM)practices in the context of other pharmacistweight management support practices (provision of lifestyle advice, orlistat and meal replacement treatments); and gain insight into their attitudes, recommendations, information and education needs. Methods Pharmacists from a randomly selected sample of 214 community pharmacies fromdifferent socioeconomic areas in the Greater Brisbane region, Australia, were invited to complete a survey to explore their weight management practices, with a specific focus on herbal/nutrient WLCM practices. Data collected from the sample group represented pharmacist practices within the metropolitan Greater Brisbane region. Key findings This survey achieved a …

Nsu Sharks Rx-Spring, 2016, College Of Pharmacy

NSU Sharks Rx

Volume 2, Number 1

Reliability Assessment Of A Peer Evaluation Instrument In A Team-Based Learning Course, Joy Wahawisan, Miguel Salazar, Robin Walters, Fadi M. Alkhateeb, Omar F. Attarabeen

Pharmacy Practice & Administration

Objective: To evaluate the reliability of a peer evaluation instrument in a longitudinal team-based learning setting.

Methods: Student pharmacists were instructed to evaluate the contributions of their peers. Evaluations were analyzed for the variance of the scores by identifying low, medium, and high scores. Agreement between performance ratings within each group of students was assessed via intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC).

Results: We found little variation in the standard deviation (SD) based on the score means among the high, medium, and low scores within each group. The lack of variation in SD of results between groups suggests that …

February 2016, Randy Curry, Cindy Brooks

RURAL ROCKS

Rural Rocks, the Rural Health Network newsletter by the SWOSU College of Pharmacy

Fda Has A Banner Quarter To Finish Out 2016, Rodney Richmond

College of Pharmacy Faculty Research ​and Publications

No abstract provided.

Motivations And Predictors Of Cheating In Pharmacy School, Eric J. Ip, Kathy Nguyen, Bijal M. Shah, Shadi Doroudgar, Monica K. Bidwal

Faculty Publications & Research of the TUC College of Pharmacy

Objective. To assess the prevalence, methods, and motivations for didactic cheating among pharmacy students and to determine predictive factors for cheating in pharmacy colleges and schools.

Methods. A 45-item cross-sectional survey was conducted at all four doctor of pharmacy programs in Northern California. For data analysis, t test, Fisher exact test, and logistic regression were used.

Results. Overall, 11.8% of students admitted to cheating in pharmacy school. Primary motivations for cheating included fear of failure, procrastination, and stress. In multivariate analysis, the only predictor for cheating in pharmacy school was a history of cheating in undergraduate studies.

Conclusion. Cheating occurs …