EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM IN HOSPITALS Focusing on the Role of Pharmacists Dr. Ashraful Talukdar Pharm.D (PB) PGDCR Clinical Pharmacologist & Assistant Professor Department of Pharmacy Practice
INTRODUCTION Importance of education and training in hospital management. Objective: Enhance patient safety and reduce unsafe patient handling incidents. Emphasis on multidisciplinary training for clinical responsibilities.
OBJECTIVES OF TRAINING PROGRAMS Prepare Employees for organizational needs. Prevent obsolescence. Equip employees for higher-level tasks. Develop employee potential. Ensure economical and quality outcomes
ROLE OF PHARMACIST Educate on medication properties, adverse reactions, and interactions. Monitor drug trends and guide procurement. Develop regulations for drug manufacture and distribution. Train community health workers.
INTERNAL TRAINING PROGRAMS Training student nurses and graduate nurses. Seminars for medical staff and clinical pharmacists. Patient education programs. Resident training in hospital administration.
EXTERNAL TRAINING PROGRAMS Teaching activities outside the hospital. Participation in seminars and refresher courses. Engagement in interdisciplinary health activities. Research and publication opportunities.
SERVICES TO NURSING HOMES Residential care and short-term rehabilitation. Delivery of therapeutic services (physical, speech, occupational therapy). Health education and management of chronic diseases.
CODE OF ETHICS FOR COMMUNITY PHARMACY Clarifies Pharmacist obligations to patients. Principles include: Honesty, integrity, and respect for patient autonomy. Commitment to ethical care and confidentiality. Continuous improvement of practice environments
Role in Community Health Education Prescription processing and verification. Patient care through clinical pharmacy. Monitoring drug utilization and adverse reactions. Participation in health promotion campaigns.
ROLE IN INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION Administration and interdepartmental activities. Drug distribution and clinical services. Drug information and education. Quality control and technology integration.
CONCLUSION Pharmacists play a crucial role in education, patient care, and interdepartmental communication. Ongoing training is vital for maintaining high standards of pharmacy practice and patient safety.