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Each pharmacist has their own path to the pharmacy profession, with some choosing to obtain board certification along the way. Brian Potoski, BCPS, BCIDP, shared his path to pharmacy with ASHP in this insightful video. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/ei2pgVxv

New CE - Cultural Competence for the Pharmacy Professional. This activity will explore factors affecting cultural competency in healthcare and present different models for describing and understanding the concept. Participants will be provided with methods for self-assessment and suggestions for providing culturally competent care in the pharmacy. Learn More: Pharmacists - https://bit.ly/43AXNAG Pharmacy Technicians - https://bit.ly/3TyxGWh

New CE - Cultural Competence for the Pharmacy Professional. This activity will explore factors affecting cultural competency in healthcare and present different models for describing and understanding the concept. Participants will be provided with methods for self-assessment and suggestions for providing culturally competent care in the pharmacy. Learn More: Pharmacists - https://bit.ly/43AXNAG Pharmacy Technicians - https://bit.ly/3TyxGWh

Thanks to EnsembleIQ & Pharmacy Practice+Business for highlighting different tactics pharmacists can use to identify new opportunities and make an impact in non-traditional ways. As my #pharmacy friends would call it; "Jeff - PharmaGeek - stuff" Look for “pain points” and opportunities “We interact with nearly every stakeholder (payers, prescribers, etc.) and own the most frequent and one of the most trusted touchpoints with a patient,” says pharmacist Jeff Wandzura, CEO of KEEP Labs. “Listening to each interaction with an empathetic ear will lead to that ‘aha’ moment in identifying a key pain point/opportunity before you know it.” This all flows through to the important work our team is doing at KEEP Health to close the data gap between the pharmacy dispense and true utilization in the home for specialty therapies. #digitalhealth #pharmacy #patientfirst #specialtypharmacy #lifesciences

Explore the top misconceptions about practice assessments – including that College practice advisors don’t have real-world pharmacy experience (they do!) – in #PharmacyConnection: https://bit.ly/45o7IsW All College practice advisors are practicing Part A pharmacists or pharmacy technicians. This enables them to use peer-to-peer coaching and provide constructive feedback in a collaborative environment.

Excited to share insights from Brandon Dyson, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS publication written by Christie Baker, Pharm.D. for navigating the competitive landscape today’s job-seeking pharmacists face! "The pharmacy world is saturated, but quality pharmacists are still in demand. Employers seek knowledgeable, personable, and driven professionals. Here's how to stand out”: 1️⃣ Passion: You must truly want to be a pharmacist. It's not just about the paycheck; it's about patient care. 2️⃣ Purpose: Pursue roles that excite you. Your passion fuels effectiveness for patients. 3️⃣ Partnership: Find a company/residency/fellowship that aligns with your values. It's a two-way street. 4️⃣ Presentation: Market yourself as a valuable asset. Be calm, confident, and detail-oriented in interviews. Remember, your career's success is in your hands. Give it your all! 💼 #PharmacyCareer #CareerAdvice #ProfessionalGrowth #specialtypharmacy #executiverecruitment #aicontent

The Power of Positivity in Pharmacy: A Personal Experience In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to forget the impact a simple gesture can have. As a pharmacist, I've had countless interactions that have reaffirmed this belief. Here are five key lessons I've learned from my experiences: 1. A smile can make a difference: I recall a particular instance when a patient complimented me, saying, "Your smile made my day". It was a simple, yet powerful reminder of the impact we can have on others. 2. The power of positivity: There have been numerous instances when my positive demeanor has helped diffuse tense situations. One such instance was when a patient was upset about the cost of a medication. Despite the initial tension, my approach and demeanor helped turn the situation around. 3. The importance of teamwork: In this particular situation, my technician had initially interacted with the patient. However, seeing the need for intervention, I stepped in to handle the situation. 4. The approach: I approached the patient with empathy and understanding, putting on what I like to call my 'Joker smile'. This not only helped lighten the mood but also made the patient feel heard and understood. 5. The outcome: The result was a complete turnaround. The patient, who had initially been quite upset, left with a smile on her face. It was a clear reminder of why I chose this profession in the first place. In conclusion, the power of positivity and empathy in the pharmacy cannot be overstated. It's not just about dispensing medication, it's about making a difference, one smile at a time.

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Dedicating this year's World Pharmacist Day to Pharmacy Assistants from all around the world. They are our unsung heroes, our right hand man, and our most powerful behind the scene workers. They are experienced, skilled, diligent, low profile, humble, and always willing to offer a helping hand. When things goes wrong, they share the blame with us. However, when things are rosy, almost all the credit and spotlight goes to the pharmacist. Little known to outsiders, pharmacy assistants too had put in their fair share of effort. Would i prefer to work in a clinic with 4 other pharmacist or 4 assistants pharmacists? I would choose the latter. Almost all assistants’ pharmacists I have worked with are tireless workhorses without over the top ego problems that young pharmacists nowadays often have. p/s : thank you to pharmacist Mr Leong Wei Luen for this statement. Even we are in low rank as a pharmacy assistants but still have a pharmacist like you that appreciate our efforts. Attitude always ahead from knowledge.

#NourishAndSupportPharmacist - #TheyWillFlourish Pharmacy Colleges - Professional Obligations. "Ground is fertile - Nourish it" Each Pharmacy College should form or host a DIC club and hold monthly CPE meet on the lines of CME. 1. Knowledge exchange meet 2. Invite MRs to explain selected products. 3. Invite Doctors to speak on their challenges at Quack Pharmacists Chemists and Discuss live Prescriptions with Lab reports. 4. Invite Regulatory and Judicial Officers to speak on amendments. 5. Invite a Health Care Program Professional to explain Health Care Program and How private Pharmacists can support them 6. Invite Registrar of State Council or Secretary PCI to speak on various Pharmacist friendly measures taken by the Council. 👉 This is the Better professional service than holding National / International conferences, Seminars, Webinars etc