PHAR 516 - Pharmacy & Health Care Systm 2

Covers humanistic health outcomes and examines how social, linguistic and cultural factors play a role in pharmacy care. Involves the application of behavioral science principles to provide public education and/or promote public awareness of disease prevention with an eye toward cultural influences and global burden of disease. The course introduces students to the concepts and methods of pharmacoepidemiology. In addition, the principles of bioethics are covered and applied to relevant issues in pharmacy practice to broaden the students understanding of professional behavior. Throughout the course, an emphasis is placed on assessing and interpreting socio economic and cultural factors and identifying ways to integrate them into the delivery of patient-centered services. Typically offered: Spring

 
Level: PR
Credit Hours: 3

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Department: PHAR