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Department of Pharmacy Practice

Empowering Future Pharmacists Through Real-World Learning

Department of Pharmacy Practice

Key Focus Areas & Achievements

Clinical Training Excellence
Clinical Training Excellence 100%
University Gold Medal Achievements
University Gold Medal Achievements 100%
Hospital-Based Learning & Exposure
Hospital-Based Learning & Exposure 98%
Community Pharmacy & Outreach Programs
Community Pharmacy & Outreach Programs 90%
Student-Centered Curriculum & Innovation
Student-Centered Curriculum & Innovation 94%

Pharmacy Practice

Established in 2009, the Department of Pharmacy Practice has been a cornerstone of pharmacy education, shaping students into skilled healthcare professionals. The department focuses on comprehensive medication management and exceptional patient care, while nurturing leadership skills and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Our mission is to achieve sustained excellence in educating and training pharmacy graduates and postgraduates to meet the nation’s evolving pharmaceutical healthcare needs. Our alumni excel in diverse fields such as community/retail pharmacy, hospitals, industry, academia, and research. Notably, our students have secured two university-level gold medals and have consistently achieved 100% academic results every year.

The Department of Pharmacy Practice emphasizes patient-centered care through hospital and clinical pharmacy services. Our curriculum integrates theory with real-world application across biological and medical sciences, preparing students for rewarding careers in today’s dynamic healthcare landscape.

🤝 We proudly collaborate with Maruthi Medical Care Hospital, a 300-bed 🛏️ multispecialty hospital in Erode, to provide our students with hands-on clinical exposure. Through this partnership, students receive in-depth training across a wide range of departments, including Neurology 🧠, Cardiology ❤️, Pulmonology 🫁, Pediatrics 🧒, Orthopedics 🦴, Nephrology 🧬, General Medicine 🩻, Obstetrics & Gynecology 🤰, Surgery 🥼, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) 🏥, and Gastroenterology 🍽️. This real-world experience equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in patient care and clinical pharmacy practice.

Thrust Areas of Research

Our department offers a wide range of clinical pharmacy services to support patients and healthcare professionals, including:

👩‍⚕️ Participation in Ward Rounds
💊 Medication Therapy Management
🗣️ Patient Counseling
🧫 Antibiotic Surveillance
⚠️ Medication Error Monitoring
🔄 Medication Reconciliation
🚨 Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) Reporting
📞 Drug Information Services
📢 Awareness Programs
🌍 Community Outreach Initiatives
🧠 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
🔬 Clinical Research

Vision

To provide safe, high-quality patient care in an atmosphere of professionalism 🤝, respect 🙏, and effective communication 🗣️.

Mission

💊 Being an integral part of the healthcare team, ensuring optimal outcomes in medication use.

🛡️ Fostering an environment that promotes the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medications.

🔄 Enhancing the medication use process to ensure continuity of care.

👩‍⚕️ Recruiting and retaining highly qualified pharmacists and support staff.

🌟 Recognizing that our pharmacy team is our greatest asset.

Education

Fostering an environment designed to expand knowledge on the rational use of medications:

👥 Educating patients and healthcare professionals on the safe use of medications.

🏥 Providing community health education programs to prevent disease and promote wellness.

🎓 Ensuring high-quality care by educating students, residents, fellows, and staff.

Research

Empowering sound decision-making through evidence-based medicine and research:

🧪 Conducting research to improve safety and efficiency in medication systems.

💰 Identifying the most cost-effective medication strategies using research methods.

🤝 Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration for innovative research.

Pharmacognosy – Research Area

The Department of Pharmacy Practice is well-equipped to facilitate innovative research. Both Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) students actively engage in research through their project work.

Research in pharmacy practice supports the development and evaluation of new healthcare services. The department applies both quantitative and qualitative methods, including:

📊 Randomized Controlled Trials
📈 Cohort Studies
🧾 Case-Control Studies
📝 Questionnaire-Based Surveys
🎙️ Qualitative Interviews (Phenomenology)

Pharmacy practice researchers are encouraged to master traditional and modern methodologies to effectively solve real-world healthcare challenges.

🧬 Research Focus Groups

🛡️ Pharmacovigilance
💸 Pharmacoeconomics
📉 Pharmacoepidemiologic Studies
📌 Medication Adherence
🏥 Hospital Pharmacy
🏪 Community Pharmacy

Lab Facilities & Instrumentation

The Pharmacy Practice Lab is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure to support the learning and development of students. With over 60 computers featuring the latest configurations and high-speed internet connectivity, students have the tools they need to enhance their practical knowledge. The labs are centrally air-conditioned, ensuring a comfortable and conducive learning environment. In addition, the department offers easy access to modern software and resources, making it an ideal setting for students to engage in practical sessions and research, preparing them for a successful career in healthcare.

Pharmacy Practice Lab Facilities

The department is well sophisticated and equipped with more than 60+ computers with the latest configuration and centralized AC facilities in all the labs. All computers are connected to high-speed internet and are accessible at any time. We also have a dedicated Drug Information Centre to support students in enhancing their knowledge and practical skills.

Drug Information Centre

We provide access to LEXICOMP—a drug information software—available for all students both inside and outside the campus. This system provides in-depth information on drugs and serves as a valuable tool for students, helping them to expand their knowledge and become well-versed healthcare professionals.

Sl No Academic Year Organization Date of Signing MOU Duration of MOU
12021-22Fortis Hospital Ltd, Bangalore04/07/20213 Years
22021-22Sunrise Hospital, Kochi10/05/20213 Years
32021-22Fortis Hospital Ltd, Bangalore15/04/20212 Years
42020-21SRM Medical College and Research Centre, Chengalpattu01/07/20206 Months
52020-21Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Medical College and Hospital18/04/20202 Years
62020-21Sunrise Hospital, Kochi10/05/20202 Years
72019-20HCG01/04/20191 Year
82019-20Thanal Palliative Hospital, Kannur01/06/20192 Years
92019-20MMCH Hospital, Erode01/04/20195 Years
102018-19SPMM Hospital, Salem02/04/20186 Months
112018-19Sunrise Hospital, Kochi01/05/20186 Months
122018-19Pushpagiri Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla20/02/20182 Years
132018-19PRS Hospital, Trivandrum01/06/20183 Years
142018-19NIMS Hospital, Trivandrum15/07/20182 Years