Module 10: Global Pharmacy
Overview
The seminar on "Global Pharmacy" is a crucial part of the "Global Health" course, as it highlights the essential role of pharmacists in ensuring the provision of safe and effective medication to patients around the world. The seminar provides an overview of the guiding principles of global pharmacy, including creating a competent and resilient workforce, addressing gaps in workforce readiness, breaking down silos in healthcare, and championing collaborative care.
The seminar also emphasizes the links between global pharmacy and global health, as the effective and efficient use of medication is integral to the success of global health initiatives. Participants will learn about the Global Competency Framework, which focuses on providing competent pharmaceutical care through skills such as communication, interprofessional collaboration, self-regulation, and resilience.
Moreover, the seminar highlights the need to increase the scope of pharmacy practice by utilizing pharmacists effectively in healthcare teams to optimize health outcomes in communities. It also explores the impact of novel digital health solutions in improving clinical documentation, increasing efficiency of clinical services, improving patient health literacy, and drug development processes. Overall, the seminar provides valuable insights into the essential role of pharmacists in promoting global health.
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