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Episode 1001: Saving Money on Oral Vancomycin Is Great For Inpatients But Can Cause Problems On Discharge

Pharmacy Joe

Episode 1001: Saving Money on Oral Vancomycin Is Great For Inpatients But Can Cause Problems On Discharge Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher The drug acquisition cost for oral vancomycin capsules is several orders of magnitude larger than for liquid vancomycin prepared from the IV formulation and given via the oral route.

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A Sense of Community (Pharmacy) in the Classroom

Pulses

The practice of inpatient and ambulatory care pharmacy was everywhere. I was naturally drawn to this area of pharmacy, but I did wonder… Did the community pharmacy arena have this same representation to tout the unique aspects of their careers? Was I drawn to inpatient care because of repeated exposure?

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The Silent War in Inpatient

RX Note

#Drafting Introduction Much of the public's perception of a pharmacist's role is shaped by their interactions in the ward and outpatient or community pharmacies. However, a significant number of dedicated pharmacists work diligently in inpatient settings, ensuring accurate medication dispensing to hospitalized patients.

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Provisional Registered Pharmacist Training: Hospital or Community

RX Note

Nonetheless, this fruitful provisional registered year at hospital may not necessarily prepare what you need when you venture into community pharmacy later. However, working at community pharmacy is still a viable option. Are you very passionate with hospital pharmacist jobs (including working at outpatient pharmacy)?

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Episode 727: Dealing with and preventing negative interactions with other professionals

Pharmacy Joe

How I deal with negative interactions has been heavily influenced by “Pharmacy Chris.” Before graduating pharmacy school, I worked as an intern in a community pharmacy, and Chris was the pharmacy manager. One thing I noticed about Chris was that his mood was unflappable.

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Hospital Pharmacy FAQ

RX Note

Similar to concept in Intro to Community Pharmacy , I am now writing a post addressing few basic questions. In overall, there is a maximum of 9 training modules that you have to complete in 1 year time (which will cover all hospital pharmacy departments). Permanent positions will only be offered to better performers.

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Episode 727: Dealing with and preventing negative interactions with other professionals

Pharmacy Joe

How I deal with negative interactions has been heavily influenced by “Pharmacy Chris.” Before graduating pharmacy school, I worked as an intern in a community pharmacy, and Chris was the pharmacy manager. One thing I noticed about Chris was that his mood was unflappable.