How to make the most of “learning” at university in clinical practice?

—Through participation and hands-on practice, be aware of the purpose of “learning”

Abstract

In practical training in pharmacy, the goal is not to be able to work immediately in clinical settings, but to acquire the basic knowledge, skills, attitudes, and problem-solving abilities that will enable them to be active as pharmacists who contribute to social needs in medicine, health, welfare, etc. in the future. It is necessary to provide guidance bearing in mind that learning efficiency will be enhanced when trainees and supervisors both understand the significance of the goals and master them, rather than simply acquiring them as tasks as indicated in the Model Core Curriculum.

At Toyooka Public Hospital, we strive to provide practical training that is not knowledge-oriented, but rather one in which trainees experience individual cases and cases in the clinical setting as a member of the medical profession. Practical training is provided to foster an understanding of the significance of pharmacist work in medical care and the role of pharmacists in drug treatment, as well as the practical ability to respond flexibly in the medical field as a pharmaceutical professional. The instructors should share with the students that they should be aware of bridging what they have learned so far to the clinical sites where they will practice, and even to the national examinations. Also, as pharmacists, tell them to always think about what they can do for the patients in front of them and act accordingly. and to always think about what they can do for the patients in front of them as pharmacists.