Registration End Date : 9 July 2024
The Pharm.D is a 6-year professional doctoral degree designed to train students as advanced clinical pharmacists. Focused on patient-centered care and clinical decision-making, the program covers drug therapy, pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacokinetics, medication management, and patient counseling, along with extensive clinical rotations in hospitals and community pharmacies. Pharm.D graduates work as clinical pharmacists in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities, managing medications, monitoring drug reactions, educating patients, and optimizing therapies. Pharm.D programs are approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), ensuring they meet the standards required for pharmacist registration in India. The Pharm.D program equips students to become highly skilled clinical pharmacists, improving patient outcomes through safe and effective medication use.
| Semester | Batch Name | Category | Intake | Total Sem Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Semester | 2024-2028 | General | 30 | 75000 |
Eligibility: 10+2 Science PCM or PCB
Duration: 6 years
Age Limit: Min 17 yrs
Affiliation: IKG-PTU, Kapurthala (AICTE & PCI Approved)
Pharmacy offers a wide range of career opportunities across multiple sectors. Key areas include:
Clinical Pharmacy: Involves working closely with patients to optimize medication use and enhance health outcomes, primarily in hospitals or clinics.
Community Pharmacy: Focuses on dispensing medications, offering health advice, and managing minor ailments. Community pharmacists typically work in retail settings.
Industrial Pharmacy: Encompasses drug development, production, and quality control. Pharmacists in this sector work in pharmaceutical companies and research laboratories.
Regulatory Affairs: Ensures compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and manages the approval process for new drugs. This field requires expertise in laws and regulations governing medications.
Academia: Involves teaching and conducting research in universities and educational institutions, with opportunities to contribute to advancements in the field through scholarly work.
Pharmacy Practice Research: Focuses on improving the delivery of pharmacy services and assessing their impact on patient outcomes.
Consultant Pharmacy: Provides specialized advice on medication management to healthcare institutions, nursing homes, and other facilities.
Public Health: Involves health promotion, disease prevention, and the management of public health initiatives.
Pharmacy is a dynamic and evolving field, offering diverse career paths in healthcare, industry, research, and education.
The first year lays a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, covering courses such as Human Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, and Pharmacognosy. Additionally, Pharmaceutical Microbiology introduces students to the role of microorganisms in health and disease.
Building on the fundamentals, the second year includes advanced topics like Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence, and Pharmaceutical Engineering. Students also gain practical experience in Pharmacy Practice through laboratory sessions and community interactions.
The third year focuses on clinical aspects, with courses in Clinical Pharmacy, Therapeutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis, and Hospital Pharmacy. Hands-on training in hospital settings emphasises the integration of theory and practice.
During the fourth year, students delve deeper into clinical applications with subjects such as Biostatistics and Research Methodology, Clinical Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacotherapeutics, and Drug Monitoring and Evaluation. This year is pivotal for understanding the practical implications of pharmacy in clinical settings.
The fifth year is largely dedicated to Internship Training in various healthcare environments. Students rotate through departments such as General Medicine, Pediatrics, and Surgery, applying their knowledge in real-world clinical situations and gaining firsthand experience.
The final year is focused on completing the Internship and Research Project. Students must present their research findings and complete any outstanding practical requirements, ensuring they are fully prepared for professional practice.
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