Editors: Muhammed Yunus Bektay, Yunus Emre Ayhan, Oznur Altiparmak

The Roles and Responsibilities of Clinical Pharmacists in Hospital Settings

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ISBN: 978-981-5256-75-8 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5256-74-1 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2024
DOI: 10.2174/97898152567411240101

Introduction

The Roles and Responsibilities of Clinical Pharmacists in Hospital Settings is a comprehensive textbook designed to equip graduate pharmacy students and residents with the essential skills and knowledge needed for effective clinical pharmacy practice in hospitals. This book emphasizes the multidisciplinary nature of clinical pharmacy and the importance of adhering to international guidelines and standards.The book provides an overview of hospital pharmacy practice with an introduction to the essential requirements of a hospital environment, followed by a detailed exploration of clinical pharmacist roles across major medical subspecialties, including internal medicine, infectious diseases, intensive care, pediatrics, cardiology, and oncology.

Key Features

  • -General and specialized Roles: Comprehensively covers different aspects of clinical pharmacology from basics to medical subspecialties
  • -Practical Insights: Offers practical tools, reference resources, and strategies for clinical pharmacy practice across different hospital departments.
  • -Advanced Practice: Guides readers from foundational knowledge to advanced clinical pharmacy practices, preparing them for specialized roles within hospital settings.
  • -Global Standards: Highlights the importance of multidisciplinary education and adherence to global clinical pharmacy standards.

This textbook is an essential resource for pharmacy students, specialist assistants, and anyone pursuing a career in clinical pharmacy.

Readership

Pharmacy students, specialist assistants, and anyone pursuing a career in clinical or hospital pharmacy.


Foreword

It is with great pleasure and anticipation that I introduce this comprehensive book on the pivotal roles and definitions of clinical pharmacists in the hospital setting. In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the responsibilities of clinical pharmacists have expanded far beyond traditional roles. They are now essential members of the healthcare team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to optimize medication therapy, monitor patient outcomes, and ensure the highest standards of pharmaceutical care. This book takes a deep dive into these multifaceted responsibilities, shedding light on the nuanced yet pivotal contributions that clinical pharmacists make on a daily basis.

Through meticulous research, insightful analyses, and compelling patient case examples this book offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the diverse hospital services where clinical pharmacists operate. From the demanding and high-stress environment of intensive care units to the compassionate care provided in pediatric services, each chapter delves into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by clinical pharmacists in these settings. Moreover, this book underlines the human aspect of clinical pharmacy. It emphasizes the importance of patient education, medication safety, and the ethical considerations that guide every decision made by clinical pharmacists. By focusing not only on the technical aspects but also on the compassionate and empathetic dimensions of their work, this book truly captures the essence of clinical pharmacy in the hospital setting.

I commend the authors for their dedication to compiling this invaluable resource. It is my sincere hope that this book will serve as an enlightening and inspiring companion for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone interested in the intricate and profoundly meaningful world of clinical pharmacy within the hospital environment.

Fikret Vehbi Izzettin
Head of the Department of Clinical Pharmacy
Bezmialem Vakif University
Istanbul, Türkiye

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