Imagine a pharmacy career where every moment could be life and death. Well, that’s the reality for poison control pharmacists in toxicology. They handle everything from 12-hour shifts to being on call, all while sometimes not earning as much as their peers in...
Oncology pharmacy is a field that demands deep consideration before diving in. It’s not just about the medicine; it’s about the emotional toll and the profound impact on patients’ lives. As someone who has experienced the loss of a loved one to...
I didn’t always see a future in anticoagulation pharmacy. It seemed like a dying niche, especially with the advent of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) like Apixaban and Rivaroxaban taking over from Warfarin. These thoughts crossed my mind often during...
Psychiatric pharmacists play a crucial role in mental health care, offering immense job satisfaction despite challenges like lower pay compared to other clinical professions. It makes you wonder — why is such a vital role undervalued? Perhaps because job...
In a recent conversation with a pharmacist navigating career challenges, we delved into the profound journey from burnout in retail to finding renewed professional fulfillment. Phebe Luar, reflecting on her experience, shared candidly about the pressures that...
Are you curious about emergency medicine pharmacy and whether or not it’s something that you should consider as a career choice? Well, you’re not alone. Lots of other people have thought the same thing, and in this discussion, we’ll dive into the...
Everything is fine. Everything’s not fine. Okay, let’s dig into it — pharmacists are reportedly less stressed now? The Well-Being Index 2023 Report suggests a decrease in overall pharmacist distress since before the pandemic. The report, based on over...
Is critical care pharmacy worth it? In this exploration, we delve into the highs and lows of a pharmacist’s journey in the intensive care unit (ICU). Imagine yourself navigating through the critical corridors where patients, hanging on the brink of life, rely on...
Is becoming an ambulatory care pharmacist a good career choice? And more importantly, is becoming one worth it? We’re diving into satisfaction, salary, job demand, and flexibility in this career path for pharmacists. Ambulatory care pharmacy, often referred to...
Are you considering a career in compounding pharmacy? Let me take you on a journey into the world of compounding pharmacists, where we dive into everything from job satisfaction to salary expectations. Compounding pharmacists are the alchemists of the pharmacy world,...
