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Integration of pharmacogenetic principles as a core thread in the undergraduate pharmacy curriculum

Jamie, K.; Bows, H.; Gill, J.

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J. Gill



Abstract

Introduction: Pharmacy education needs to focus on pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics as a key area in future pharmacy practice. Module Description: A series of science-focused lectures, including one on the ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics, and laboratory practical sessions were delivered to first year students. Laboratory sessions were conducted to isolate genetic material from class participants, identify three variant genotypes within this population and demonstrated the implications of this genetic diversity for prescribing. Assessment Method: Students submitted a report, structured as an academic paper, documenting the study results and the implications of pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics for patient care. Evaluation: Focus groups comprising students evaluated the module as useful for furthering their understanding of pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics in practice. Of particular value was (1) receiving the module in year 1 as a fundamental part of the MPharm programme, (2) utilising laboratory methods and using students’ own genetic material and (3) integrating ELSI into the module. Future Plans: Pharmacogenetic implications will be built upon throughout the integrated curricula of the pharmacy course to further develop the student awareness of personalized medicines. Extended awareness of the clinical implications of pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics and associated ELSI has been built into a second year interprofessional education (IPE) workshop facilitated by clinical geneticists and involving both pharmacy and medical students.

Citation

Jamie, K., Bows, H., & Gill, J. (2016). Integration of pharmacogenetic principles as a core thread in the undergraduate pharmacy curriculum. Pharmacy education, 16(1), 64-66

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Mar 15, 2016
Online Publication Date Mar 15, 2016
Publication Date Mar 26, 2016
Deposit Date Mar 17, 2016
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal Pharmacy education.
Print ISSN 1560-2214
Electronic ISSN 1477-2701
Publisher Taylor and Francis
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 16
Issue 1
Pages 64-66
Publisher URL http://pharmacyeducation.fip.org/pharmacyeducation/issue/view/17

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