Pharmacy Practice Research Careers

Smith, Judith A.; Olson, Kari L.; Sowinski, Kevin M.

doi:10.1592/phco.29.8.1007

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“…However, despite a strong foundation to pursue careers as pharmaceutical scientists, the profession may underutilize this opportunity. [1][2][3][4] When pharmacy faculty members who were working in research intensive settings in 2002 were surveyed, only half of the respondents had formal research training. 1 Additionally, the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) reported that only 22 doctor of pharmacy (PharmD)-trained researchers were principal investigators on funded awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2008.…”

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The Influence of an Elective Introductory Clinical Research Course on Pharmacy Student Interest in Pursuing Research-based Careers

Overholser¹,

Foster²,

Henry

et al. 2010

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education

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Objective. To assess the impact of an elective clinical research course on second-and third-year pharmacy students' knowledge of clinical research methods, training programs, career options, and interest in pursuing postgraduate training. Design. A 2-credit hour elective course in clinical research was designed that included lectures, discussions, workshops, and in-class presentations related to study design and implementation, protocol synthesis, research evaluation, ethical and legal considerations, data analysis, and professional opportunities involving clinical research. Learner knowledge of these topics was assessed using several methods, including 3 assignments related to research protocol, ethical documentation, and presentation. Assessment. A survey instrument designed to evaluate the effect the course had on pharmacy students' knowledge of clinical research methods and interest in pursuing postgraduate training in clinical research was administered. Students who completed the elective had a greater level of familiarity with research-related topics, training options, and career opportunities ( p , 0.05) and a greater interest in pursuing a career in clinical research ( p , 0.05) than did students in a matched control group. Conclusion. Taking a 2-credit hour elective course in clinical research increased pharmacy students' interest in pursuing a career in clinical research.

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The Influence of an Elective Introductory Clinical Research Course on Pharmacy Student Interest in Pursuing Research-based Careers

Overholser¹,

Foster²,

Henry

et al. 2010

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education

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Pharmacists’ Attitudes Towards Pharmacy Practice Research: A Review

Awaisu

Kheir

Alsalimy

et al. 2015

Pharmacy Practice Research Methods

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Despite an increase in pharmacy practice research, literature addressing the attitudes and involvement of pharmacists is limited. Our own observations as pharmacy practitioners and educators lead us to believe that, so far, pharmacists are reluctant to participate in research at any level and indicate some barriers to research. In this chapter, we review the literature and gauge the views and attitudes of pharmacists with regard to their involvement in research. We also identify the barriers as well as outline the enablers to conducting such research. The chapter highlights pharmacists' attitudes and trends towards pharmacy practice research over the past three decades. We mainly utilised MEDLINE, PubMed, EBSCO, ScienceDirect, ProQuest and Google Scholar to identify published studies surrounding this issue. Evolution of Pharmacy Practice as a Catalyst for ResearchThe pharmacy profession has undergone tremendous changes, and the scope of pharmacy professional practice has expanded in the past few decades (Bond 2006;Holland and Nimmo 1999;Van Mil and Fernandez-Llimos 2013). This is further supported by the evolution of the concept and practice of pharmaceutical care in the 1990s (Hepler and Strand 1990;Holland and Nimmo 1999;Penna 1990 and patients' increased demands, preferences and expectations. The changing roles for pharmacy are also attributed to the ease with which the public accesses pharmacy services as well as changes in pharmacy curricula that led to increased expertise in therapeutics. Why Be Interested in Pharmacists' Attitudes Towards Practice-Based Research?According to the Canadian Pharmacists Association, "pharmacy practice research" is defined as a component of health services research that focuses on the assessment and evaluation of pharmacy practice (Bakker 1996). The new roles for pharmacists evolve in parallel with evidence-based practice, which is a new paradigm in health services delivery (Sackett et al. 1996). As new professional services and practices evolve, there is a need to demonstrate evidence of their benefit and costeffectiveness (Bond 2006;Kritikos et al. 2013; Roberts and Kennington 2010b, c;Schommer et al. 2010;Anderson et al. 2008). Some US-based studies have reviewed the literature on the evidence of benefit of clinical pharmacy services (Hatoum and Akhras 1993;Hatoum et al. 1986;Schumock et al. 1996Schumock et al. , 2003. However, often local evidence is needed that could demonstrate the need for a new service or different method of service delivery (Bond 2006;Peterson et al. 2009; Roberts and Kennington 2010a, b, c) and reluctance among pharmacists for participating in such research-based activities. Understanding pharmacists' attitudes and perception about practice-based research is critical in developing a critical mass of pharmacy professionals who are actively involved in advancing practice through high-quality research and innovation. It is also instrumental in raising awareness, cultivating a culture change, inculcating a positive attitude and strengthening rese...

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“…Research is needed in order to advance education and evidence-based pharmacy practice and to improve rational clinical decision-making. Therefore, having pharmacists who are competent in the delivery of pharmaceutical care and possess the skills for conducting research is critical, because their role in direct patient care is rapidly advancing (Bond 2006;Dowling et al 2009;Hepler and Strand 1990;Holland and Nimmo 1999;Poloyac et al 2011;Schumock et al 2003;Schwartz 1986;Smith et al 2009). Although a large proportion of pharmacists in various settings (hospital, community, industry) had expressed interest in pharmacy practice and health-related research, in reality studies have reported pharmacists' reluctance and limited involvement in research activities (Armour et al 2007;Bond 2006;Ellerby et al 1993;Liddell 1996;Peterson et al 2009;Rosenbloom et al 2000;Saini et al 2006).…”

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“…They can also contribute to other health services research in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. In some parts of the world, hospital pharmacists, especially those with clinical training and affiliations, are increasingly becoming involved in collaborative research (Fagan et al 2006;Knapp et al 2011;Smith et al 2009). …”

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“…However, it was observed that the content, depth, structure and mode of delivery of such training programmes would determine whether the pharmacists have gained sufficient exposure to the core competencies to undertake such research. The methods for training individuals in skills to conduct pharmacy practice as well as clinical and translational research have been extensively discussed in the literature (Blouin et al 2007;Dowling et al 2009;Knapp et al 2011;Poloyac et al 2011;Smith et al 2009). Most pharmacists in community and hospital practices have limited exposure to clinical and practice research (Awaisu et al 2014;Elkassem et al 2013;Simpson et al 2001).…”

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Pharmacy Practice Research Careers

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The Influence of an Elective Introductory Clinical Research Course on Pharmacy Student Interest in Pursuing Research-based Careers

The Influence of an Elective Introductory Clinical Research Course on Pharmacy Student Interest in Pursuing Research-based Careers

Pharmacists’ Attitudes Towards Pharmacy Practice Research: A Review

Pharmacy Practice Research Methods

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