Ghassak Abdullah
Bachelor of Science in Medical Biology
MCPHs Doctor of Pharmacy student
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| Date: | 09/26/2024 |
| Rotation Type: | Wor/Man IPPE Institutional |
| Comments: | ? |
| 1. During this IPPE rotation, which of the following health care professionals did you interact with? Select all that apply: | Physician (MD or DO) Physician learner (MD or DO medical resident, MD or DO medical fellow, or MD or DO medical student) Nurse Nursing Student Other - Student |
| 2. Values and Ethics (VE) are core competencies for interprofessional education and collaboration. During this IPPE rotation, which of the following competencies related to values and ethics were you involved directly with? Select all that apply: | Uphold the dignity, privacy, identity, and autonomy of persons while maintaining confidentiality in the delivery of team-based care. (VE3) Value the expertise of health professionals and its impacts on team functions and health outcomes. (VE5) Apply high standards of ethical conduct and quality in contributions to team-based care. (VE8) |
| 3. In 3-5 sentences, describe an encounter where you were involved with team members working together to maintain a climate of shared values, ethical conduct, and mutual respect.: | One encounter where I experienced teamwork and shared values was while shadowing the ED pharmacist. I was asked to assist with medication calculations for a patient, and during this process, she introduced me to the rest of the team. Together, we worked on a shared care plan, ensuring that the patient's needs were met with accuracy and respect. This experience highlighted the importance of collaboration, ethical conduct, and mutual respect in patient care. |
| 4. Roles and Responsibilities (RR) are core competencies for interprofessional education and collaboration. During this IPPE rotation, which of the following competencies related to communication, were you involved directly with? Select all that apply: | Not applicable |
| 5. In 3-5 sentences, describe an encounter where you observed or were directly involved with team members using knowledge of your role as well as the team members expertise to address individual and population health outcomes.: | One encounter where I experienced teamwork and shared values was while shadowing the ED pharmacist. I was asked to assist with medication calculations for a patient, and during this process, she introduced me to the rest of the team. Together, we worked on a shared care plan, ensuring that the patient's needs were met with accuracy and respect. This experience highlighted the importance of collaboration, ethical conduct, and mutual respect in patient care. |
| 6. Communication (C) is a core competency for interprofessional education and collaboration. During this IPPE rotation, which of the following competencies related to communication, were you involved with? Select all that apply: | Use communication tools, techniques, and technologies to enhance team function, well-being, and health outcomes. (C2) |
| 7. In 3-5 sentences, describe an encounter where you were directly involved with communicating in a responsive, responsible, respectful, and compassionate manner with team members.: | throughout my experience, all communication was conducted respectfully, and I never encountered any issuesThe team environment was always supportive, and respectful dialogue was encouraged at every step of the process the were welling to help and answer my questions. |
| 8. Teams and Teamwork (TT) are core competencies for interprofessional education and collaboration. During this IPPE rotation, which of the following competencies related to teams and teamwork, were you involved with? Select all that apply: | Practice team reasoning, problem solving, and decision making. (TT3) Reflect on self and team performance to inform and improve team effectiveness (TT6) |
| 9. In 3-5 sentences, describe an encounter where you were directly involved in teamwork and adapted your role in a team setting.: | Although I wasn't directly involved in a specific team role, I had the opportunity to observe and contribute during team discussions throughout the day. During rounds, I witnessed how different healthcare professionals came together to discuss patient issues and collaboratively create care plans. While I didn't have a formal role, I adapted by asking questions, learning from their interactions, and offering input when appropriate. This experience allowed me to see the importance of flexibility and communication in a team setting. |
| Date: | 09/27/2024 |
| Rotation Type: | Wor/Man IPPE Institutional |
| Comments: | ? |
| Patient Sex: | M |
| Patient Ethnicity: | White |
| Patient Age Category: | Adult (19-64 years old) |
| During this intervention did you collaborate with a prescriber, student prescriber or a member of the health care team (other than pharmacy)?: | Yes |
| How many medications were involved in this intervention?: | 1 |
| Disease/Disorder: | Endocrinologic Disorder |
| As part of this encounter, please select the values and skills that have contributed to your growth and development as a future pharmacist:: | Collaboration Problem Solving Professionalism Self-awareness |
| Based on the values and skills you selected above, describe (in at least 5 sentences) how this experience made you think and act as future pharmacist.: | One of my interactions with diverse patient populations involved collaborating with a dietitian who requested a change to a patient's insulin regimen. The patient's feeding method had shifted from continuous feeding to bolus tube feeding. To ensure appropriate insulin management and prevent fluctuations in blood glucose levels, we recommended that the provider modify the patient's insulin schedule. Initially, the patient was on a Q6 sliding scale, but given the change to bolus tube feeding, we advised switching to a pre-meal insulin administration. This adjustment would allow insulin to be checked and administered before each bolus feeding, reducing the risk of hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia due to the feeding change. |
| Type of Intervention: | Dose Adjustment |
| Outcome of Intervention: | Recommendation Accepted by Provider |
| My preceptor or pharmacist in charge has reviewed and approved this intervention prior to making any recommendations.: | Yes |
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- 2 years experience as medical interrupter with Maine Health
- 6 years experience in health and medical care; advocacy and care coordination With seniors Plus
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2. During my community IPPE, I saw how impactful medication therapy management (MTM) can be in improving safety and outcomes. In the hospital, I observed antimicrobial stewardship, where pharmacists adjusted therapy based on lab results highlighting their role in preventing resistance. We are doing well with pharmacist-led interventions and collaboration, but we could improve follow-up efforts and engagement for long-term care. Better systems for continued patient support would make a big difference.
3.In both settings, the primary customers were older adults, reflecting the demographics of the town I was in. In the community, patients needed help managing chronic conditions through counseling, medication organization, and adherence support. In the hospital, they faced more acute needs like managing complex medication regimens and transitions of care. I noticed a gap in consistent follow-up and patient engagement, especially after discharge or during long-term treatment.
4.One solution could be implementing Telehealth behavioral support, especially for rural or underserved populations, to improve access to ongoing counseling. Other ideas include using mobile health apps to support medication adherence and QR codes on educational materials to connect patients with helpful resources instantly. These tools could help sustain behavior change without relying solely on more staffing. They also meet patients where they are, using technology to keep them engaged.
5. In community pharmacy, steps like defining the program, market research, and developing a clear marketing strategy especially through schools and social media can improve outreach and patient satisfaction. In institutional settings, focusing on clinical requirements, defining operations, and setting a clear action plan (like assigning staff roles and tracking progress) ensures safe and efficient medication delivery. Both settings benefit from a structured plan that aligns services with patient needs while staying sustainable.
Proficient in both Arabic and English.
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