Bridging generations: The central role of career-stage mentorship in social and administrative pharmacy

Abstract

Mentorship plays a central role in the professional development of practitioners across a vast range of disciplines. Social and administrative pharmacy is no different. Yet, in this field, the practice of experienced practitioners passing on their knowledge and skills to those new to the profession, known as career-stage mentorship, is in decline. This editorial examines why this is happening, what it means for social and administrative pharmacy, and how this valuable practice can be restored.