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Branan TN, Hawkins WA, Palmer R, Sikora A, Huntt K, Phillips BB, Clemmons AB, Bland CM, Smith SE. Translating Clinical Decision-Making Skills From a Critical Care Pharmacy Elective to the Required Curriculum. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION 2024; 88:100599. [PMID: 37806556 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajpe.2023.100599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2023] [Revised: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the impact of a critical care pharmacy elective (CCPE) on student performance in other courses in the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum that emphasize clinical reasoning and decision making. METHODS This is a retrospective, cohort study including all students from the 2019-2021 graduating classes enrolled in required courses, Pharmacotherapy and Integrated Patient Cases (IPCs). Students were divided for comparison based on completion of the CCPE. The primary outcome was outstanding performance, defined by a final course grade ≥90%, in Pharmacotherapy and IPC. Baseline characteristics and outcomes were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the χ2 test or two-sided t test for categorical and continuous variables, respectively. Binary logistic regression models were constructed to identify variables associated with the primary outcome. RESULTS Of 377 students included, 129 (34%) completed the CCPE. Baseline characteristics were similar between both groups, except more females completed the CCPE. Students that completed the CCPE were not more likely to demonstrate outstanding performance in Pharmacotherapy III (20% vs 30%) or Pharmacotherapy IV (27% vs 24%), but were more likely in IPC (34% vs 23%). In the adjusted analysis, CCPE students were almost twice as likely to exhibit outstanding performance in IPC. CONCLUSION Students that completed the CCPE were more likely to demonstrate outstanding performance in IPC, but not in either of the Pharmacotherapy courses. Students may benefit from practicing clinical reasoning earlier in the curriculum to build-up to effective and efficient clinical decision-making. Implications of course structure on student performance should be further explored.
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- Trisha N Branan
- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Athens, GA, USA.
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Albany, GA, USA; Augusta University, Medical College of Georgia, Albany, GA, USA
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Office of Instructional Innovation and Research, Athens, GA, USA
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Augusta, GA, USA; Augusta University Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy, Augusta, GA, USA
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- University of Kentucky HealthCare, Department of Pharmacy, Lexington, KY, USA
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Athens, GA, USA
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Augusta, GA, USA; Augusta University Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy, Augusta, GA, USA
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Savannah, GA, USA; St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, Department of Pharmacy, Savannah, GA, USA
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- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Athens, GA, USA
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The essential research curriculum for doctor of pharmacy degree programs – 2021. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/jac5.1603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Newsome AS, Ku P, Murray B, Smith SE, Powell RM, Hawkins WA, Branan TN, Bland CM. Kindling the fire: The power of mentorship. Am J Health Syst Pharm 2021; 78:2271-2276. [PMID: 34293082 PMCID: PMC8406889 DOI: 10.1093/ajhp/zxab295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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- Andrea Sikora Newsome
- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Augusta, GA, and Department of Pharmacy, Augusta University Medical Center, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy, Augusta University Medical Center, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina Medical Center, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Albany, GA, andDepartment of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Albany, GA, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Athens, GA, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Savannah, GA, and St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, Savannah, GA, USA
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Lee GSJ, Chin YH, Jiang AA, Mg CH, Nistala KRY, Iyer SG, Lee SS, Chong CS, Samarasekera DD. Teaching Medical Research to Medical Students: a Systematic Review. MEDICAL SCIENCE EDUCATOR 2021; 31:945-962. [PMID: 34457935 PMCID: PMC8368360 DOI: 10.1007/s40670-020-01183-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/01/2020] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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PHENOMENON Research literacy remains important for equipping clinicians with the analytical skills to tackle an ever-evolving medical landscape and maintain an evidence-based approach when treating patients. While the role of research in medical education has been justified and established, the nuances involving modes of instruction and relevant outcomes for students have yet to be analyzed. Institutions acknowledge an increasing need to dedicate time and resources towards educating medical undergraduates on research but have individually implemented different pedagogies over differing lengths of time. APPROACH While individual studies have evaluated the efficacy of these curricula, the evaluations of educational methods and curriculum design have not been reviewed systematically. This study thereby aims to perform a systematic review of studies incorporating research into the undergraduate medical curriculum, to provide insights on various pedagogies utilized to educate medical students on research. FINDINGS Studies predominantly described two major components of research curricula-(1) imparting basic research skills and the (2) longitudinal application of research skills. Studies were assessed according to the 4-level Kirkpatrick model for evaluation. Programs that spanned minimally an academic year had the greatest proportion of level 3 outcomes (50%). One study observed a level 4 outcome by assessing the post-intervention effects on participants. Studies primarily highlighted a shortage of time (53%), resulting in inadequate coverage of content. INSIGHTS This study highlighted the value in long-term programs that support students in acquiring research skills, by providing appropriate mentors, resources, and guidance to facilitate their learning. The Dreyfus model of skill acquisition underscored the importance of tailoring educational interventions to allow students with varying experience to develop their skills. There is still room for further investigation of multiple factors such as duration of intervention, student voluntariness, and participants' prior research experience. Nevertheless, it stands that mentoring is a crucial aspect of curricula that has allowed studies to achieve level 3 Kirkpatrick outcomes and engender enduring changes in students. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s40670-020-01183-w.
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- Gabriel Sheng Jie Lee
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Division of Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
- Liver Transplantation, National University Centre for Organ Transplantation, National University Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Centre for Medical Education, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, National University Hospital, 1E Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119228 Singapore
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- Centre for Medical Education, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Newsome AS, Smith SE, Bland CM, Branan TN, Hawkins WA. Scholastic synergy: A team prototype for pharmacy faculty engagement in education, research, and service. CURRENTS IN PHARMACY TEACHING & LEARNING 2021; 13:238-244. [PMID: 33641733 PMCID: PMC8106769 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2020.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2020] [Revised: 10/06/2020] [Accepted: 10/18/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Many clinical faculty members are challenged by competing factors of scholarly productivity, education, service obligations, and patient care. A team-based approach has the potential to synergistically increase productivity and mitigate factors associated with burnout. METHODS The purpose of this report is to discuss a prototype for a small, team-based, practice-oriented collaborative approach to advancing critical care pharmacy practice through research and education. Productivity was evaluated in the areas of scholarship and teaching. RESULTS This team was formed in 2017 and includes five critical care faculty across four campuses from a single academic institution. This collaborative has published peer-reviewed articles, secured grant funding, and developed novel teaching modalities. CONCLUSIONS Challenges encountered include timeline adherence, development of uniform data collection processes, clarifying roles and expectations for different projects, and authorship. This team may act as a prototype for clinical faculty teams to enhance engagement and scholarship productivity in a practice-based setting.
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Affiliation(s)
- Andrea Sikora Newsome
- University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, 120 15th Street, HM-118, Augusta, GA 30912, United States; Augusta University Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912, United States.
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- Clinical Assistant Professor, The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, 250 W. Green Street, RC Wilson Pharmacy Room 270E, Athens, GA 30602, United States; Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Athens, GA 30602, United States.
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- The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, Savannah, GA 31405, United States; St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, 5354 Reynolds St., P.O.B. Suite 225, Savannah, GA 31405, United States.
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- Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Athens, GA 30602, United States; The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, 250 W. Green Street, RC Wilson Pharmacy, Athens, GA 30602, United States.
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- The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, 1000 Jefferson Street, Albany, GA 31701, United States; Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Albany, GA 31701, United States; Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Albany, GA 31701, United States.
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