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A survey study on knowledge, comfort, and confidence in gender-affirming care among pharmacy students following a two-phased educational intervention 两阶段教育干预后药学学生性别确认护理知识、舒适度和信心的调查研究
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102587
Casey Tiefenthaler , David Olinger , Luis Escobar , Douglas Humber , Andrew Willeford
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Collaborative development of a shared objective structured clinical examination to assess the pharmacist patient care process across two PharmD programs 合作开发共享的目标结构化临床检查,以评估药剂师在两个药学博士项目中的患者护理过程
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102526
Crystal Zhou , Katherine Gruenberg , Cynthia S. Valle-Oseguera , Linda Awdishu , Kelly C. Lee , Robin L. Corelli , Jennifer M. Namba
{"title":"Collaborative development of a shared objective structured clinical examination to assess the pharmacist patient care process across two PharmD programs","authors":"Crystal Zhou ,&nbsp;Katherine Gruenberg ,&nbsp;Cynthia S. Valle-Oseguera ,&nbsp;Linda Awdishu ,&nbsp;Kelly C. Lee ,&nbsp;Robin L. Corelli ,&nbsp;Jennifer M. Namba","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102526","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102526","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) assess pharmacy students' application of the Pharmacists' Patient Care Process (PPCP) through communication skills. Collaborative OSCE case development among institutions may enrich case quality and establish minimal competencies with greater generalizability for diverse patient care settings. This study describes a collaboration between two California public pharmacy schools to develop and implement shared OSCE cases assessing minimal competency prior to advanced pharmacy practice experiences (APPEs).</div></div><div><h3>Educational activity</h3><div>Two public schools of pharmacy in California partnered to create a standardized OSCE case repository. Activities included joint blueprinting, development of PPCP-aligned content checklists, a shared communication rubric, and a structured standard-setting process involving faculty and APPE preceptors. Three OSCEs, testing diabetes, depression, and hypertension competencies, were administered to students at both institutions between 2020 and 2021.</div></div><div><h3>Evaluation findings</h3><div>First-time pass rates ranged from 77.5 to 92.1 %, with average scores of 72.5–80.8 %. Aggregate communication scores were consistent across cases, while content scores varied based on case complexity and curriculum timing. Performance also varied across schools. Student demographics were similar, though differences in undergraduate GPA and first-generation status were observed.</div></div><div><h3>Analysis of educational activity</h3><div>This collaboration demonstrated that cross-institutional OSCE case development and implementation are feasible. Despite logistical challenges, shared case development offered meaningful insights into APPE readiness expectations and curriculum alignment. This model may inform future regional efforts to establish competency benchmarks in pharmacy education.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 4","pages":"Article 102526"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145928563","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Ensuring equity beyond the institution: A call to reexamine title IX in experiential education 确保机构之外的公平:呼吁重新审视体验式教育的第九条
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-16 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102568
Molly Corder Englert
{"title":"Ensuring equity beyond the institution: A call to reexamine title IX in experiential education","authors":"Molly Corder Englert","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102568","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102568","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Title IX prohibits sex- and gender-based discrimination in federally funded education programs, yet its application in experiential learning remains inconsistent. Decentralized clinical sites and unclear enforcement structures may leave learners in off-campus experiential placements vulnerable to harassment and inequitable learning experiences.</div></div><div><h3>Commentary</h3><div>Ambiguity in Title IX's coverage, variable preceptor training, and limited university oversight create gaps in learner protections. Evidence suggests many external sites lack required orientation or understanding of reporting responsibilities, increasing the risk of unaddressed concerns or misconduct.</div></div><div><h3>Implications</h3><div>Without clearer policy guidance, experiential learners may continue to face unsafe and discriminatory environments with inadequate recourse. Strengthening Title IX implementation may require reimagining current orientation processes, training, standardized reporting processes, and enhanced institutional accountability to ensure safe, equitable experiential learning.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 4","pages":"Article 102568"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145979030","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Supporting pharmacy and faculty with weekly virtual professional development programming 支持药房和教师每周进行虚拟专业发展规划。
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102584
Carrie Vogler, Kate Newman
{"title":"Supporting pharmacy and faculty with weekly virtual professional development programming","authors":"Carrie Vogler,&nbsp;Kate Newman","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102584","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2026.102584","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To share a comprehensive professional development program created and maintained by faculty and staff at one public institution.</div></div><div><h3>Educational activity</h3><div>Weekly, virtual 75-min faculty and staff professional development sessions were offered to enhance skills, foster professional growth, explore emerging trends in education, and strengthen connections. Developed collaboratively by faculty and staff using a needs assessment survey, the program operates with minimal resources and no funding. Sessions cover a variety of topics and employ multiple discussion formats, including interprofessional dialogue and engagement with external stakeholders. Program outcomes were assessed via a survey conducted in July 2023 evaluating perceptions, learning, and application of content.</div></div><div><h3>Evaluation findings</h3><div>In total, 86 sessions were offered from October 2021 to May 2024. On average, 11 of 47 faculty and staff attended each session (23.4%). Topics included teaching (19.8%); wellness (19.8%); scholarship (17.4%); Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (17.4%); technology (10.5%); service (8.1%); and administrative topics (3.5%).</div><div>Participants report high satisfaction, frequent learning, and practical value associated with the program, with 73.7% indicating they always or often learn something new. Additionally, 47.4% indicate they have implemented a strategy learned. Most would recommend these professional development sessions to a colleague (84.2%) and find the program valuable (78.9%). Participants report that the program allows them to connect with co-workers (89.5%).</div></div><div><h3>Analysis of educational activity</h3><div>The program demonstrates sustained attendance and high participant satisfaction. The program requires minimal time or resources and could be replicated by others.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 4","pages":"Article 102584"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146020073","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Student and preceptor perspectives on expanding ambulatory introductory pharmacy practice experience hours 学生和教师的观点,扩大流动介绍药房实践经验小时
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-14 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102566
Kathryn P. Lin , Chinyere Okoh , Nathan Pope
{"title":"Student and preceptor perspectives on expanding ambulatory introductory pharmacy practice experience hours","authors":"Kathryn P. Lin ,&nbsp;Chinyere Okoh ,&nbsp;Nathan Pope","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102566","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102566","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Problem description</h3><div>Current accreditation standards require PharmD programs to ensure experiential learning exposure to contemporary pharmacy practice. Though ambulatory care is a required advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE), it is not required in introductory pharmacy practice experiences (IPPEs), leaving little information on the impact and optimal structure of ambulatory IPPEs. Increasing hour requirements may benefit student outcomes.</div></div><div><h3>QI methods</h3><div>This quasi-experimental survey evaluated the impact of increasing ambulatory IPPE from 20 to 30 h for third-year pharmacy students at one Texas institution. Student self-perceptions of confidence, skills, and APPE-readiness were assessed via pre-post surveys. Preceptors who supervised both cohorts completed a survey comparing observed student performance.</div></div><div><h3>Results of QI inquiry</h3><div>287 students participated (175 in the 20-h cohort, 112 in the 30-h cohort). The 30-h cohort reported larger gains in confidence across most competencies, with 75 % strongly agreeing they felt APPE-ready compared to 47 % in the 20-h cohort (<em>p</em> = 0.0047). Preceptor evaluations did not reflect differences in observed competency between cohorts. Only 45 % of preceptors perceived benefit from additional hours, citing logistical challenges related to the extended scheduling window.</div></div><div><h3>Interpretation and discussion</h3><div>Extending ambulatory IPPEs appears to enhance students' perceived self-efficacy and readiness. The lack of corresponding changes in preceptor-rated performance may reflect limited observation opportunities, short exposure, or insensitivity of current assessment tools to detect incremental skill gains.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Extending ambulatory IPPEs from 20 to 30 h improved perceived confidence and APPE-readiness but not preceptor-rated competency. Further research is needed to determine the IPPE duration that yields measurable performance improvements.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 4","pages":"Article 102566"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145979031","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Student perspectives of a rubric-based educational approach for evaluation of state pharmacy regulation 学生视角的基于规则的教育方法对国家药品监管的评估
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102552
Shanna O'Connor , Lexi Barbush , Meghan Haan , Hyunjun Cho , Kelsey Robinson , Trystin Thomas , Brandy Seignemartin , Veronica Vernon , Jennifer L. Adams
{"title":"Student perspectives of a rubric-based educational approach for evaluation of state pharmacy regulation","authors":"Shanna O'Connor ,&nbsp;Lexi Barbush ,&nbsp;Meghan Haan ,&nbsp;Hyunjun Cho ,&nbsp;Kelsey Robinson ,&nbsp;Trystin Thomas ,&nbsp;Brandy Seignemartin ,&nbsp;Veronica Vernon ,&nbsp;Jennifer L. Adams","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102552","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102552","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Pharmacy laws and regulations vary widely across states, presenting challenges for preparing student-pharmacists for practice mobility. A pharmacy regulatory assessment rubric has been used to evaluate state laws and regulations on a continuum from prescriptive (bright line) to permissive (standard-of-care). This rubric may be valuable as an educational tool but has not yet been used in this context.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To evaluate the impact of rubric use on student-pharmacists' perception of pharmacy regulation and advocacy.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Third- and fourth-year students from two institutions completed rubric-based evaluations of assigned states after being trained and completing a trial rubric that was compared to expert-scored examples. Students then completed a six-item Likert questionnaire and participated in a focus group. Survey data were summarized descriptively; transcripts were thematically analyzed by two reviewers using large language model-assisted coding with consensus validation.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Eight students participated (3 South Dakota State University, 5 Idaho State University). All survey respondents (100 %) agreed rubric use improved understanding of regulation and advocacy; 100 % agreed the rubric can be a valuable tool for identifying how to advance the profession. Views on curricular integration were mixed (62 % agreement). Thematic analysis revealed improved understanding of regulation across states, increased advocacy confidence, general rubric clarity with some confusing elements, and potential curricular value. Students reported an average of 3.9 h to complete a state evaluation.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The regulatory assessment rubric was positively perceived by student pharmacists and supported skill development in comparative regulation and advocacy. Broader implementation is needed to confirm its value and determine appropriate curricular applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 4","pages":"Article 102552"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145928510","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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A multisite, longitudinal study assessing prevalence of burnout in student pharmacists 一项评估药师学生职业倦怠患病率的多地点、纵向研究
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-04-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-07 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102564
Lindsey E. Dayer , Jennifer D. Robinson , Kimberly C. McKeirnan , Seth D. Heldenbrand
{"title":"A multisite, longitudinal study assessing prevalence of burnout in student pharmacists","authors":"Lindsey E. Dayer ,&nbsp;Jennifer D. Robinson ,&nbsp;Kimberly C. McKeirnan ,&nbsp;Seth D. Heldenbrand","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102564","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102564","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aimed to evaluate burnout levels among student pharmacists enrolled in two Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) programs in the northwest (college 1) and south (college 2) over a five-year period.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A cross-sectional, observational design was used to assess burnout using the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory (OLBI), which measures two dimensions: exhaustion and disengagement. Surveys were administered annually from 2019 to 2023 to first-, second-, and third-year pharmacy students (PY1–PY3). Responses were anonymous. Data were analyzed using Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests due to non-normal distribution.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 2044 complete OLBI responses were collected. The average OLBI score for all students increased from 43.0 in 2019 to 43.6 in 2023, peaking at 44.1 in 2020. Scores ≥44 indicate burnout. Only PY2 students in 2022 exceeded both exhaustion (≥23) and disengagement (≥22) thresholds. The most highly scored survey item was feeling tired before arriving at school.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Burnout among pharmacy students was present and fluctuated over time, with notable peaks during the early COVID-19 pandemic. The findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to address student well-being, particularly during periods of heightened academic and external stress.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 4","pages":"Article 102564"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145928559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Establishing a distance PharmD program: An overview and key takeaways 建立远程药学博士课程:概述和关键要点。
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102540
Shantanu Rao , Melissa Bray , Kevin Tuohy , Courtney Doyle-Campbell , Debra Parker , Ryan Schneider , Kayla Rena Joyner , Lauren Ladd , Richard Breeden
{"title":"Establishing a distance PharmD program: An overview and key takeaways","authors":"Shantanu Rao ,&nbsp;Melissa Bray ,&nbsp;Kevin Tuohy ,&nbsp;Courtney Doyle-Campbell ,&nbsp;Debra Parker ,&nbsp;Ryan Schneider ,&nbsp;Kayla Rena Joyner ,&nbsp;Lauren Ladd ,&nbsp;Richard Breeden","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102540","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102540","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Distance pharmacy pathway in the United States began in 2001. The advent of the COVID-19 pandemic mandated a temporary online delivery of pharmacy education for almost all institutions.</div></div><div><h3>Perspective</h3><div>While adding a distance pathway can assist in offering pharmacy education to diverse sets of population and mitigate enrollment concerns, institutions may be faced with newer challenges that require a systematic approach to ensure programmatic success. Our work highlights the various strategies that have helped us establish our respective distance pathways since 2022.</div></div><div><h3>Implications</h3><div>With more pharmacy institutions venturing into online education, the academy has an opportunity to collaborate and develop well-thought-out policies to ascertain the long-term success of distance pharmacy education.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 3","pages":"Article 102540"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145670142","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Enhancing lifelong learning skills in pharmacy education: A scoping review of the literature 提高药学教育的终身学习技能:文献综述
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-26 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102529
Vu Phuong Vy Nguyen , Noelia Amador Fernandez , Helen Benson
{"title":"Enhancing lifelong learning skills in pharmacy education: A scoping review of the literature","authors":"Vu Phuong Vy Nguyen ,&nbsp;Noelia Amador Fernandez ,&nbsp;Helen Benson","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102529","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102529","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>As pharmacy practice evolves with advancing therapeutics and extended scope, pharmacists must engage in lifelong learning to maintain professional competence. The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) identifies three key lifelong learning behaviors: self-directed learning, reflective practice and continuous professional development. Developing these lifelong learning skills during higher education prepares students for professional practice. This review explores lifelong learning education interventions used in pharmacy schools worldwide.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A scoping review using the Sage Research Methods framework was conducted across Medline, Embase and CINAHL. Grey literature was searched applying the same search strategy using grey literature databases, Google advanced search and relevant professional pharmacy websites. The articles were screened using Covidence and included if they described a lifelong learning educational intervention targeting pharmacy students delivered in pharmacy schools.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 19 records (18 peer-reviewed studies and 1 grey literature source) met the inclusion criteria. Most studies were US-based, mainly involving Doctor of Pharmacy students (<em>n</em> = 13). Diverse formats were delivered including reflective writing interventions, capstone group projects, and simulation-based learning activities. Most interventions addressed all three lifelong learning skills, with self-directed learning the most targeted and continuous professional development the least. Most interventions were short-term and course-based, with limited innovative and long-term approaches applied. Faculty support and involvement were seen as key contributors to fostering lifelong learning culture.</div></div><div><h3>Implications</h3><div>This scoping review describes a variety of lifelong learning education approaches used by pharmacy schools. Future work could focus on fostering long-term approaches to the development of lifelong learning skills.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 3","pages":"Article 102529"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145616225","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Impact of interprofessional education in underserved settings on pharmacy student empathy 服务不足环境下跨专业教育对药学学生共情的影响
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Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-05 DOI: 10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102539
Erin Anderson, Joshua Wollen, Bernadette Asias-Dinh, Jodie Gee, David Wallace, Catherine Hatfield, Matthew A. Wanat, Natalie Rosario
{"title":"Impact of interprofessional education in underserved settings on pharmacy student empathy","authors":"Erin Anderson,&nbsp;Joshua Wollen,&nbsp;Bernadette Asias-Dinh,&nbsp;Jodie Gee,&nbsp;David Wallace,&nbsp;Catherine Hatfield,&nbsp;Matthew A. Wanat,&nbsp;Natalie Rosario","doi":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102539","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102539","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To assess how the P2 interprofessional education (IPE) in underserved populations impact student empathy scores compared to an alternative empathy-based video for P1 students.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The validated Kiersma-Chen Empathy Scale Revised (KCES-R) was administered to P1 students (<em>n</em> = 47) without IPE experience and P2 students (<em>n</em> = 21) who completed IPE during the 2023–2024 academic year. P1 student empathy was assessed before and after watching an empathy-based video as the control. P2 students completed KCES-R before and after their IPE. Both groups also took the KCES-R 30 days after their intervention of IPE or control video. The primary outcome of the difference in mean change of KCES-R empathy scores between groups was analyzed using a Mann-Whitney <em>U</em> test. Secondary outcomes of mean change in KCES-R score by IPE site, change among P1s and P2s separately, and change among both groups combined were analyzed by a Wilcoxon Signed Rank test.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Baseline empathy scores were high in both P1s and P2s. Overall, empathy scores increased after IPE and the empathy-based video. There was no meaningful differences in change in KCES-R empathy scores between the P1 and P2 students when comparing interventions, or when comparing IPE sites.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Both P1 and P2 students at this institution had high baseline empathy scores. <strong>I</strong>n students with high baseline empathy scores, a 4–6.5-h IPE experience may not be long enough to impact a change in student's empathy scores and sustain that change compared to our control group who watched an empathy-based video.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":47501,"journal":{"name":"Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning","volume":"18 3","pages":"Article 102539"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145684469","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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