How to Approach Your Student Loans (Tips/Advice)
So as I approach the end of Pharmacy School with graduation just being months away I can’t help but think of the loans I have to pay back in exchange…
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ASHP Midyear 2017/Michelle Obama/Residency and More
Beginning of December was the annual conference by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) in Orlando, Florida. This was my first time attending as a student pharmacist and it…
The Importance of Opioid Tolerance
As pharmacists we know the benefits and dangers of opioids. One of the dangers is potential overdose and this is most likely to occur in those who are not opioid…
Pointing Fingers at Joint Commission for The Opioid Crisis
I read in a recent news article that cities in West Virginia are planning on suing Joint Commission, which is an accrediting body for healthcare organizations, for helping to fuel…
The Difference Between Addiction, Dependence and Abuse
Unfortunately with the opioid crisis there has been alot of negative stigma shared in the media about the use of opioids. However it is important to know that many people…
Opioid Guide: What You Must Know
I am currently doing a pain management and palliative care rotation and I have been learning so much! Hence I thought I would share some important points on opioids with…
What is the Difference Between Amiodarone and Dronedarone?
Dronedarone Amiodarone MOA: Class III; non-iodinated antiarrhythmic agent structurally related to amiodarone. Inhibits sodium and potassium channels. MOA: Class III, iodinated & inhibits adrenergic stimulation, affects sodium and potassium channels…
Must Haves for Your White Coat
As a pharmacy student on rotations there are important things that one must have in their white coat. Here are a couple things I found personally useful. A Couple Good…
Top “Must Have” Pharmacy Apps On Your Phone
Applications have truly been a blessing since the creation of the smart phone. Here are some apps I found extremely helpful during pharmacy school and rotations, hopefully you find them…
6 Tips for Success During APPE’s
I am currently on my 3rd APPE as a fourth year pharmacy student and thought, why not write an article that could be beneficial for current students in my situation…