A Day in the Life of a Pharmacy Graduate
I was first introduced to infectious diseases (ID) during my hospital pharmacy rotation this past March. As my preceptor and the ID team completed rounds for difficult-to-treat patients, I was pretty lost most of the time, to say the least! Now that I am in the midst of this new class, I am able to connect my rotation experiences to […]
In order to understand chronic kidney disease (CKD), we first need to think about how the kidneys maintain homeostasis. Some vital functions of the kidneys are listed below: 1. Excretion of excess/harmful substances (e.g. drugs!) 2. Regulation of fluids, electrolytes, and blood pressure 3. Secretion of: Renin (part of the renin angiotensin aldosterone system- RAAS) Erythropoietin (for RBC production in […]
As I work on internship applications for the upcoming summer, I cannot help but reminisce about my first experience in the pharmaceutical industry! Despite all the challenges of 2020, exploring this exciting and dynamic work environment was an encouraging part of my professional training. Here are 6 important lessons I learned last summer at Novartis Pharmaceuticals: 1. Communication and Teamwork: […]
Following the authorization of COVID-19 vaccines for Emergency Use, conflicting information may influence how the general public feels about receiving the vaccine. It’s important that individuals and health care providers understand how the vaccine works, the possible risks/benefits, and important facts before deciding to get immunized. After reviewing the literature, study protocols, FDA briefing documents, and more on the Pfizer-BioNTech […]
For the better part of 2020, many of us have wondered if we were exposed to SARS-CoV-2 (the coronavirus causing COVID-19). As a result, hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies have tried to keep up with the public demand for testing. Back in June, a health care provider sent me information for testing in a nearby NJ urgent care. I arrived to […]
My Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) in ambulatory care is currently being held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. My preceptor logs in at 8 AM and starts her telehealth appointments around 9AM. Depending on her schedule, she also performs hospital discharge medication reconciliations. Working from home has its advantages, however it also places communication barriers between our team and […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic expands across the country and social distancing must be practiced, it may feel like nearly all aspects of our lives are being affected. This is especially true for students who must now attend remote classes and adapt to online learning. Here are some tips for being a successful student during these rapidly changing times. 1. Create […]
You just sat down in class.. now what? At any random point during the lecture, look around and see how many people are taking notes (on paper or computer), listening attentively, scrolling through their phones, talking to each other, or even asleep on their desks. Which group do you fall into? If you are reading this, it means you have […]
Are you wondering what positions to look for while being a student? Are you worried working will negatively impact your academic performance? When looking for a job in college, it’s important to consider the following factors: Proximity to school/home: Although it may obvious, travel time to work is very important. Gas expenses, toll booths and time spent on the road […]
While designing a creative graduation cap, I decided to use “Breaking Grad” as a tribute to one of my favorite TV shows. SPOILER ALERT! For those of you who have watched Breaking Bad, you have hopefully made the connection. When I first watched the show, I could not help but question why so many people idolize Mr. White, someone who […]