135 Applied Drug Information (0.5 units) Winter
Course will not be offered in: Winter 2022
Instructor(s): C. Tsourounis Prerequisite(s): CL PHARM 135A and successful completion of all core courses through fall of P3 year.
Restrictions: None. Activities: Direct - Project, Student - Project
Completion of a written assignment that involves a review of the literature, critical appraisal and summary of multiple drug studies, and active participation in the peer review process.
151.1 Pediatric Pharmacotherapy I (1 units) Winter
Instructor(s): L. Witherspoon, S. Lucas, R. Deoras Prerequisite(s): First-, second- or third-year standing in School of Pharmacy.
Restrictions: Class size may be limited by instructor. (If limited, sign up sheet will be posted). Activities: Direct - Lecture, Direct - Workshop, Student - Lecture
A survey course of the common childhood diseases. The course will cover the basic principles and applied pharmacology of diseases of children as well as common problems such as dosage delivery, adverse reactions and immunization requirements for the pediatric patient.
151.2 Pediatric Pharmacotherapy II (1 units) Winter
Instructor(s): L. Witherspoon, S. Lucas, R. Deoras Prerequisite(s): First-, second- or third-year standing in School of Pharmacy. CL PHARM 151.1 is not a prerequisite.
Restrictions: Class size may be limited by instructor. (If limited, sign up sheet will be posted). Activities: Direct - Lecture, Direct - Workshop, Student - Lecture
A survey course of the common childhood diseases. The course will cover the basic principles and applied pharmacology of diseases of children as well as common problems such as dosage delivery, adverse reactions and immunization requirements for the pediatric patient.
152.1 Intro to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Formulary Process (0.5 units) Fall
Instructor(s): S. Lynch, T. Trinh Prerequisite(s): None.
Restrictions: Students with any pending R2 are not eligible to participate in competition. Participation in competition may be affected if students have any pending professionalism concerns. P1 students cannot participate in both CL PHARM 152.1 & CL PHARM 156.1 simultaneously. P2 students may enroll in BOTH courses with consent from Instructors. The P&T Competition is a 2-quarter commitment. Students may miss only 1 elective session (excused or unexcused) & be eligible to participate in the competition. Activities: Direct - Workshop, Student - Workshop
This course introduces students to the Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) formulary process employed as a quality, safety and management tool by health plans, medical groups, and hospitals. Students will gain exposure to P&T topics from lectures including how to evaluate the scientific evidence and cost-effective analysis. Students assume the roles of clinical pharmacists on P&T Committees and work in teams to assess a drug for possible inclusion onto a health plans formulary.
152.11 Multidisciplinary Management of Diabetes (1 units) Winter
Course will not be offered in: Winter 2022
Instructor(s): P. Chan Prerequisite(s): None.
Restrictions: None. Activities: Direct - Lecture, Student - Lecture
Optimal diabetes care requires an interdisciplinary team care approach. Healthcare professionals from the schools of Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing and Dentistry will be sharing their knowledge and experience about treating and managing patients with diabetes. This course is designed to increase student's knowledge and foster an interdisciplinary team approach to the treatment and management of patients with diabetes through various lectures.
152.2 Pharmacy and Therapeutics Practicum (1.5 units) Winter
Instructor(s): S. Lynch, T. Trinh Prerequisite(s): CL PHARM 152.1
Restrictions: none Activities: Direct - Project
This course gives students experience in writing a Pharmacy and Therapeutics monograph and presenting a medication to a mock Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Students will utilize knowledge from the previous course, CL PHARM 152.1 to develop materials for the AMCP Pharmacy and Therapeutics Competition. Students will evaluate scientific evidence and prepare a cost-effective analysis. Students assume the roles of clinical pharmacists on P&T Committees.
155.70 Spanish for Pharmacists (1.5 units) Winter
Instructor(s): J. Garcia Sarzosa Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: Enrollment limited to 25 students; priority given to first and second year pharmacy students. Activities: Direct - Lecture, Student - Lecture
This course will familiarize students with the Spanish language as it pertains to the patient-pharmacist interaction. Students will receive didactic and case-based instruction in combination with group exercises to stimulate group practice of the language.
156.1 Introduction to Pharmacists Roles in Drug Development (2 units) Fall
Instructor(s): L. Floren Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: For students who applied & were selected for the VIP Case Competition. Students with any pending R2 are not eligible to participate in competition. Any pending professionalism concerns may affect students participation. P1s cant participate in both CL PHARM 156.1 & CL PHARM 152.1 concurrently. P2s may enroll in BOTH courses with Instructor's consent. VIP is a 2-quarter commitment. Students may only miss 2 elective sessions per quarter & be eligible to participate in the competition. Activities: Student - Lecture, Student - Discussion, Synchronous - Discussion, Synchronous - Lecture
This is the first part of a two-quarter (F/W) course that explores the many roles that a pharmacist in industry can take during the drug development process by having students prepare, develop, and deliver a bench-to-bedside drug presentation as part of the Value of Industry Pharmacists (VIP) case competition. Students collaborate in one of four specializations as their primary focus (clinical development; regulatory affairs; medical affairs; and marketing research/commercial strategy).
156.2 Introduction to Pharmacists Roles in Drug Development (2 units) Winter
Instructor(s): L. Floren Prerequisite(s): CL PHARM 156.1
Restrictions: Maintenance of good academic standing. Students must not have pending R2s (i.e., one summative and its second reassessment (R2)). If a student receives an R2 during the elective, they will be required to drop this elective course. If students have any concerns about their academic standing, they are instructed to contact the Instructor of Record. Faculty consent required for simultaneous enrollment in course CL PHARM 152.1 or CL PHARM 152.2 (for P&T competition). Activities: Direct - Discussion, Student - Project, Student - Discussion
This is the second course in a 2-course series (i.e., CL PHARM 156.1 in Fall and CL PHARM 156.2 in Winter) that explores the various roles that a pharmacist in industry can take during the drug development process by having students prepare, develop, and deliver a bench-to-bedside drug presentation as part of the Value of Industry Pharmacists (VIP) Case Competition. Students will collaborate in one of four specializations as their primary focus. See syllabus for more information.
159 Resiliency Medicine Certificate Training (1 units) Fall, Winter, Spring
Course will not be offered in: Fall 2024, Winter 2025, Spring 2025
Instructor(s): T. Cat Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: None Activities: Direct - Lecture, Student - Lecture
Patient and practitioner stress can limit our efforts to achieve optimal care management. This topic belongs squarely within the pharmacists' scope of practice urgently calling for an expanded approach to care. We will explore the current research and demonstrate and practice resiliency building tools including a cross-section of mind-body interactions and internal narratives (story telling). Course completion requires teaching resiliency skills and awards a certificate in resiliency training.
162 Pain and Palliative Care (1 units) Fall
Course will not be offered in: Fall 2024
Instructor(s): C. Hale Prerequisite(s): none
Restrictions: None Activities: Direct - Lecture, Student - Lecture
The objectives of this course are to identify the most common clinical problems experienced by patients seeking palliative care including pain, nausea, vomiting, sedation, constipation, insomnia, delirium, anxiety and itching, describe treatment options for pain and symptom management taking into account underlying comorbidities and patient defined goals of therapy, and describe new developements in pharmacotherapy of pain management and palliative care.
163 Provision of Pharmacy Services in a Homeless Clinic (1 units) Fall
Instructor(s): C. Zhou Prerequisite(s): none
Restrictions: none Activities: Direct - Lecture, Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact, Student - Lecture
This course will focus on the needs and challenges facing San Francisco's homeless population, identifying various resources available to San Francisco's homeless population and educating students to provide counseling on medications and treatment
164 Philosophy of Drug Interactions (2 units) Spring
Course will not be offered in: Spring 2022
Instructor(s): S. Youmans Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: None Activities: Direct - Lecture, Student - Lecture
Drawing on the wisdom of philosophers, scientists, and other thinkers, this course will discuss the nature and limitations of scientific truth, common reasoning errors in science, and the importance of a philosophical perspective in clinical decision making. Specific philosophical teachings ranging from the Ancient Greeks to the 21st century will be presented, with an eye to how these perspectives can be applied to the practice of pharmacy.
170 Applied Patient Care Skills I (2.5 units) Summer
Instructor(s): L. Floren, C. Zhou Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: First-year PharmD student Activities: Direct - Lecture, Direct - Conference, Student - Lecture
The APCS course trains students to care for patients by advancing skills in three areas: hands-on (e.g., immunizations), communication, and critical thinking skills. Activities incorporate self-reflection and are designed to uphold principles of DEI. This course introduces students to history taking, patient interviewing, chart documentation, immunizations, and aseptic technique. Students are evaluated through direct observation in skills sessions and an OSCE.
170.60 Pharmacist & Critical Care (1 units) Fall
Instructor(s): S. Lee Prerequisite(s): APPE standing and basic life support certification.
Restrictions: None Activities: Direct - Lecture, Student - Lecture
This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of critical care pharmacology and therapeutics.
171 Applied Patient Care Skills II (1 units) Fall
Instructor(s): C. Zhou Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: None Activities: Direct - Workshop
The APCS course complements the core, inquiry, and experiential education elements of the curriculum. The purpose of the APCS course is to help students further build upon their knowledge to care for patients as a whole and enhance communication skills with patients and other healthcare providers both orally and in writing. The APCS course is fully case-based and will focus on advancing 3 domains: hands-on skills, communication skills, and critical thinking skills.
172 Applied Patient Care Skills III (1 units) Winter
Instructor(s): J. Cocohoba Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: 1st-year PharmD Activities: Direct - Workshop, Direct - Lab-Skills, Student - Workshop, Student - Lab-Skills
The APCS course trains students to care for patients by advancing skills in three areas: hands-on (e.g., immunizations), communication, and critical thinking skills. Activities incorporate self-reflection and are designed to uphold principles of DEI. This course trains students to conduct a respiratory physical exam, demonstrate pulmonary device use, and provide counseling on respiratory conditions. Students are evaluated through direct observation in skills sessions and an OSCE.
173 Applied Patient Care Skills IV (1 units) Spring
Instructor(s): C. Zhou Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: None Activities: Direct - Workshop
The APCS course trains students to care for patients by advancing skills in three areas: hands-on (e.g., immunizations), communication, and critical thinking skills. Activities incorporate self-reflection and are designed to uphold principles of DEI. CP173 trains students to assess blood pressure, conduct motivational interviewing, and participate in case-based exercises on renal and gastrointestinal conditions. Students are evaluated through direct observation in skills sessions and an OSCE.
174 Applied Patient Care Skills V (1 units) Summer
Instructor(s): B. Tamraz Prerequisite(s): None.
Restrictions: Limited to second-year PharmD students Activities: Direct - Workshop
The APCS course trains students to care for patients by advancing skills in three areas: hands-on (e.g., immunizations), communication, and critical thinking skills. Activities incorporate self-reflection and are designed to uphold principles of DEI. This course trains students on their ability to demonstrate blood glucose monitoring and insulin injection and counsel on endocrine-related conditions. Students are evaluated through direct observation in skills sessions and an OSCE.
175 Applied Patient Care Skills VI (1 units) Fall
Instructor(s): T. Trinh Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: Limited to second-year PharmD students Activities: Direct - Workshop
The APCS course trains students to care for patients by advancing skills in three areas: hands-on (e.g., immunizations), communication, and critical thinking skills. Activities incorporate self-reflection and are designed to uphold principles of DEI. This course trains students to counsel patients on neurological and psychiatric conditions, conduct telehealth visits, and present patients to a preceptor. Students are evaluated through direct observation in skills sessions and an OSCE.
176 Applied Patient Care Skills VII (1 units) Winter
Instructor(s): K. Lemire Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: Limited to 2nd-year PharmD students Activities: Direct - Workshop
The APCS course trains students to care for patients by advancing skills in three areas: hands-on (e.g., immunizations), communication, and critical thinking skills. Activities incorporate self-reflection and are designed to uphold principles of DEI. This course trains students to conduct calculations, counsel patients, communicate with providers, and critically evaluate infectious diseases and oncology conditions. Students are evaluated through direct observation in skills sessions and an OSCE.
181 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience- Community A (2.5 units) Fall
Instructor(s): V. Clinard Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: n/a Activities: Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
Through Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs), student pharmacists are expected to master foundational competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development and medical information. Each student will complete a longitudinal experience in a community pharmacy setting. The student pharmacists will become a member of the healthcare team.
182 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience - Community B (2.5 - 5 units) Winter, Spring
Instructor(s): V. Clinard Prerequisite(s): None
Restrictions: None Activities: Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
Through Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs), student pharmacists are expected to master foundational competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development and medical information. Each student will complete a longitudinal experience in a community pharmacy setting. The student pharmacists will become a member of the healthcare team.
183 Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience - Health Systems (1.5 - 3.5 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): V. Clinard Prerequisite(s): None.
Restrictions: Restricted to 2nd-year PharmD students Activities: Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
Through Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs), student pharmacists are expected to master foundational competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development and medical information. Each student will complete a concentrated and a longitudinal experience in a health system pharmacy setting. The student pharmacists will become a member of the healthcare team.
190A Non-Direct Patient Care APPE Elective (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE Standing
Restrictions: APPE Standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
The ambulatory patient care APPE is a core required rotation. This course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop and explore their roles on an interprofessional team, sharing responsibilities with other professionals for non-direct patient care outcomes. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development, and medical information.
190B Non-Direct Patient Care APPE Elective (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE Standing
Restrictions: APPE Standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
The ambulatory patient care APPE is a core required rotation. This course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop and explore their roles on an interprofessional team, sharing responsibilities with other professionals for non-direct patient care outcomes. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development, and medical information.
191A Direct Patient Care APPE Elective (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE standing
Restrictions: APPE standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
A core required rotation, this course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop & explore their roles on an interprofessional healthcare team, sharing responsibilities with patients, caregivers, & other health professionals for drug therapy outcomes in a patient care setting. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development & medical information.
191B Direct Patient Care APPE Elective (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE standing
Restrictions: APPE standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
A core required rotation, this course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop & explore their roles on an interprofessional healthcare team, sharing responsibilities with patients, caregivers, & other health professionals for drug therapy outcomes in a patient care setting. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development & medical information.
192 Hospital Pharmacy Systems & Practice APPE (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE standing
Restrictions: APPE standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
A core required rotation, this course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop & explore their roles on an interprofessional healthcare team, sharing responsibilities with patients, caregivers, & other health professionals for drug therapy outcomes in a health system setting. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, interprofessional practice, practice management, professional development & medical information.
193 Community Pharmacy Systems & Practice APPE (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE standing
Restrictions: APPE standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
A core required rotation, this course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop & explore their roles on an interprofessional (IP) healthcare team, sharing responsibilities with patients, caregivers, & other health professionals for drug therapy outcomes in a community pharmacy setting. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, IP practice, practice management, professional development & medical information.
194 Acute Patient Care APPE (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE standing
Restrictions: APPE standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
A core required rotation, this course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop & explore their roles on an interprofessional (IP) healthcare team, sharing responsibilities with patients, caregivers, & other health professionals for drug therapy outcomes in an acute patient care setting. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, IP practice, practice management, professional development & medical information.
195 Ambulatory Patient Care APPE (7 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): APPE standing
Restrictions: APPE standing Activities: Direct - Clinical Experience/Patient Contact
A core required rotation, this course is a supervised pharmacy experience where students develop & explore their roles on an interprofessional (IP) healthcare team, sharing responsibilities with patients, caregivers, & other health professionals for drug therapy outcomes in an ambulatory care setting. Students are expected to master competencies in multiple domains including patient care, population health, IP practice, practice management, professional development & medical information.
196 Teaching Practicum (1 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course will not be offered in: Spring 2023, Summer 2023
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): none
Restrictions: none Activities: Direct - Lab-Skills
This course provides PharmD students the opportunity to develop practical teaching skills that combine observation, evaluation, and practice of teaching in a PharmD course under the supervision of the course director.
198 Supervised Study (0.5 - 6 units) Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Instructor(s): Staff Prerequisite(s): NONE
Restrictions: NONE Activities: Direct - Independent Study, Student - Independent Study
Library research and directed reading under supervision of a member of the faculty with the approval of the chairperson of the department.