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Fellows tap into a network of experts, their practice sites, and countless tools they can apply immediately.

Students still have a myriad of career options, including at retail pharmacies, hospitals, and outside traditional practice.

For decades, pharmacy schools, residents, and fellows have been training to work alongside physicians, but that has not prepared us for what is coming.

With the rapid increase in the number of pharmacy schools, there has been a struggle to fill all open spots within each school.

Following this year’s Match Day on March 15, pharmacists at US Pharmacopeia (USP) explain some of the opportunities student pharmacists can pursue outside of the traditional pharmacy career model.

Pharmacy programs are implementing new practices into their curriculum and research is being focused on mental health care.

In part 1 of this panel discussion, experts address how they define traditional versus nontraditional oncology pharmacy roles today, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of pursuing such a career path based on their experience.

Two members of a clinical-stage authoring group discuss education programs and the alternative career path of medical writing, which can offer hybrid/virtual work-life balance opportunities.

In addition to vital historical contributions, pharmacists of color are crucial in reaching marginalized communities and providing culturally competent care.

Students may be hesitant to discuss migraines, which can lead to absences, difficulties in personal life, financial burdens, and poor mental health.

Their exclusion ripples into demand estimates for pharmacists, leading to a distorted picture of pharmacist demand and, ultimately, impacting the number of individuals choosing to enter the profession.

The scholarship is accepting applications until February 28, 2023, and 4 pharmacy school students will be announced in April.

In querying pharmacists about what is required to be successful, many so-called “soft skills” in the social and administrative sciences rise to the top, but more evidence is needed.

Mentorship is a long-term and formative process and interaction that extends beyond initial discussions regarding the mentee's career path.

From newsworthy moments to groundbreaking research, these were the most-read articles on Pharmacy Times in 2022.

Pharmacists and student pharmacists became the center of responding to the Monkeypox outbreak by providing immunizations to their communities.

By interpreting and applying the data provided by algorithms, pharmacists are uniquely equipped to guide development of more patient-centered care.

A diverse population and financial obstacles present unique challenges for pharmacists in Hawaii.

Instagram offers a myriad of ways to share content and connect with others.

Students should prepare to be preceptors early in their pharmacy school careers.

Children's books about the field of pharmacy are surprisingly scarce.

Education and support inspire trust between patients and pharmacists.

Students should ask questions and stay engaged in their education.

Pharmacy school is about more than academics—it's also a time to build relationships and explore opportunities.

Currently, no national pharmacy organization has defined wellness in the pharmacy profession, which is needed so that others have a sense of guidance around wellness within the profession.

Most pharmacists and technicians are unaware of resources that aid in communication.

Pharmacists can provide their knowledge to female patients but also ensure women are adequately represented in research.

Working for the USPHS offers unique compensation and quality-of-life benefits.

One day soon, including pharmacogenomics testing for all patients will be essential for precise prescribing.

The framework includes 6 domains designed to immediately empower students in community pharmacies.