A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Khyber Medical University (KMU) Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (IPS) and the Pharmacy Services Department of Lady Reading Hospital (LRH) Medical Teaching Institution, Peshawar.
\nThe primary aim of this agreement is to equip pharmacy students with practical skills and align them with modern clinical pharmacy requirements.
\nThe MoU was signed by Professor Dr. Sami Siraj, Director of KMU-IPS, and Dr. Azizullah, Pharmacy Manager of LRH, representing their respective institutions.
\nAccording to the agreement, pharmacy students will receive hands-on training under the supervision of experienced pharmacists at various departments of Lady Reading Hospital.
\nThe training will focus on drug formulation, quality dispensing, and the crucial role of pharmacists in patient treatment.
\nAs part of this collaboration, LRH pharmacists will train students in the use of the Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) system introduced in the public sector, accurate drug dosage administration, reviewing patients\u2019 medical history, and evaluating potential drug interactions.
\nThis agreement will further strengthen academic and research cooperation between the two institutions, fostering joint research, workshops, and seminars.
\nThrough this partnership, students will gain exposure to real hospital settings, understanding the practical role of pharmacists in clinical pharmacy, medication management, and drug therapy.
\nAdditionally, they will be trained in standard drug labeling, safe dispensing practices, and patient awareness techniques, all of which will contribute to improving pharmaceutical practices.
\nMeanwhile, Vice Chancellor of KMU, Professor Dr. Zia Ul Haq, welcomed the agreement, stating that it will not only enhance the quality of pharmacy education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa but also play a crucial role in making pharmacists more effective in their practical responsibilities.
\nThis will ultimately lead to improvements in the public healthcare system and the provision of high-quality medical services to patients.
\nHe emphasized that KMU is committed to the academic and research excellence of its students, as well as their practical training, and this MoU with LRH stands as a testament to these efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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