Pharmacist

was able to visit the Psychiatric homes and see the process on how the pharmacist ensures the medications for the patients are placed and stored in the correct areas in compliance to law. In addition, I learned how you could check and verify their medication regimen making sure the meds they have on stock match with the documentation of the dispensing pharmacy. In addition, I was able to see the role of a community pharmacist in control substance verification of inventory from a hospital they…

with nine months of antibiotic treatment, I was thankful that at least I did not have the scar on my parents’ shoulders, a result of smallpox vaccinations which I once believed marked them as “Vietnamese boat refugees.” Throughout my treatment, my pharmacist made a great impact toward my wellbeing. She was available to answer questions without appointments and strictly encouraged each visit. She stressed how important taking my antibiotics was, and taught me about how resistance to the…

It is well said by Orison Swett Marden that “There is no medicine like hope, no incentive so great, and no tonic so powerful as expectation of something tomorrow.” Hope is a feeling that brings a sense of belonging as to what awaits the next day. Hope is a beautiful feeling that makes a person feel something, although their circumstances may not accomplish anything. It is hope that brings a sense of security and the belief that everything will be okay, not only to the one fighting, but also…

Dr. Elizabeth Britt Pharm.D., that name has a ring to it does it not? Being a pharmacist has been my dream job for years. Though it took me while to decide what I wanted to do with my life, this was the only profession I have ever considered and I have not changed my mind once. I am currently attending Campbell University to pursue my goal, and am thoroughly excited about finally working towards what I have longed to do…help others. Nothing makes me anymore happier then seeing the look on ones…

He gets away, but he starts to wheeze heavily. He realizes that his vision is becoming blurry and dim. He whips out his lucky inhaler. He is relieved a few moments later. He silently thanks his Pharmacist for picking out the…

specifically when I spoke to a pharmacist in a hospital. I was visiting an ill family member when a pharmacist and I engaged in a conversation about his career. I was encouraged by his knowledge in the pharmaceutical field. He shared some personal experiences that inspired me to help people toward their path to a healthier life. After our conversation, I desired to become a pharmacist. When I decided that I wanted to begin my journey in the pharmacy field, I reached out to the pharmacists in my…

I have decided to choose Pharmacy Technician as my health care profession this field deals with drugs and making sure that we give the patient the right drug that the doctor has prescribed. In a pharmacy a technician has many different jobs to do in the pharmacy like for example checking the drugs to make sure they aren’t expired. If the technician doesn’t check to the drugs for expiration it will be a danger for the patient that is receiving the drug. They also have other jobs like in putting…

grandparents were diagnosed with cancer. I was given the opportunity to take my grandparents to chemotherapy at the cancer center. I got to witness how the doctors and pharmacists worked in collaboration to help ensure my grandparents’ success in overcoming this dreadful disease. As we waited to begin chemotherapy, I was able to observe the pharmacist prepare the chemotherapy treatment under the hood for each individual patient. I also got to witness how the…

for pharmacists that can integrate a wide knowledge base into patient care. Pharmacy today revolves around maximizing compliance and selecting the most appropriate medications based on patient health, side effect profiles, genetics, financial resources, and other clinical factors. I am well equipped for the ever-changing climate of the pharmacy world. For one, I have volunteered at multiple Medicare Part D health fairs and outreach events. At the events, pharmacy students and pharmacists…

training are the requirements for most Pharmacy technician and most people can become one relatively quickly through a general school program or a program through their new employer with many retail drugstores. Pharmacy technicians assist licensed pharmacists by collecting, organizing, evaluating information, preparing and dispensing medication to patients or health care professionals. Receive and screen prescription medication order for accuracy. Pharmacy technician must be sure to fill the…