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Nephroprotective Effects of Metformin in Diabetic Nephropathy
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Wiley
, 2017 , Article)
Metformin, a well-known anti-diabetic agent, is very effective in lowering blood glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes with minimal side-effects. Metformin is also being recommended in the treatment of obesity and ...
Evaluating the online platform of a blended-learning pharmacist continuing education degree program
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Co-Action Publishing
, 2016 , Article)
Background: Distance-based continuing education opportunities are increasingly embraced by health professionals worldwide.
Methods: To evaluate the online component of a blended-learning degree program for pharmacists, ...
Medication risk communication with cancer patients in a Middle East cancer care setting
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Dove Press
, 2016 , Article)
Purpose: Cancer treatments are frequently associated with adverse effects, but there may be a cultural reluctance by care providers to be forthcoming with patients regarding these risks for fear of promoting nonadherence. ...
Multidisciplinary members’ perspectives on a pharmacist joining a rheumatology practice team
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Sage
, 2015 , Article)
Background:
Pharmacist participation in chronic disease management benefits patients in many ambulatory settings. We explored the attitudes and perceptions among multidisciplinary members of a rheumatology team towards ...
Contemporary professional skills development for pharmacists in the middle east
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AACP
, 2017 , Article)
Objective. To determine professional skills development and its utility among the “bridge” curriculum for undergraduate and graduate students in the Middle East. Methods. Qatar University College of Pharmacy offers a ...
Exploring the gaps between education and pharmacy practice on antimicrobial stewardship: a qualitative study among pharmacists in Qatar.
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Taylor & Francis Group
, 2019 , Article)
Antimicrobial resistance is a public health issue and is the focus of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) teams within health care institutions. However, AMS is not comprehensively and fully taught in medical or pharmacy ...
Risk communication with Arab patients with cancer: a qualitative study of nurses and pharmacists
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BMJ Publishing Group
, 2015 , Article)
Objectives To explore pharmacist and nurse views and experiences in educating patients regarding their treatment safety and tolerability as well as the roles of other professions in this regard.
Design In this qualitative ...
Summative assessment in a doctor of pharmacy program: a critical insight
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Dove Press
, 2015 , Article)
Background: The Canadian-accredited post-baccalaureate Doctor of Pharmacy program at Qatar University trains pharmacists to deliver advanced patient care. Emphasis on acquisition and development of the necessary knowledge, ...
Interprofessional impressions among nursing and pharmacy students: a qualitative study to inform interprofessional education initiatives
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BioMed Central
, 2015 , Article)
Background
Medical care is increasingly complex and must draw upon the distinct, yet complementary skills of various health disciplines. Healthcare student integration through interprofessional education (IPE) activity ...
Pharmacy Student and Preceptor Impressions of Faculty Liaison Visits to Experiential Training Sites
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American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
, 2015 , Article)
Objective. To characterize preceptor and student views about and experiences with faculty liaison visits to practice sites during clinical internships.
Methods. A survey was administered at the conclusion of each of the ...