Abstract

ASSESSING PHARMACY PRACTICES AND OUTCOMES USING CASE STUDY ANALYSIS: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Bhuvana Chandar Chikkala, Tarun Choudari, Vinay Kumar Kintala and Sita Kumari Karanam*

ABSTRACT

The training of pharmacy students through hospital-based programs is crucial for preparing them for professional practice. Integrating case studies into these training programs enhances practical learning by providing real-world situations that challenge students to apply their conceptual understanding. This review examines the effectiveness of hospital training programs and the use of case studies within B.Pharmacy curricula, exploring their impact on student learning and skill development. Hospital training offers students exposure to clinical environments, bridging the gap between classroom learning and professional practice. Case studies are invaluable tools in pharmacy education, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This paper also highlights the challenges of implementing hospital training
and case studies, as well as the best practices and future directions for enhancing pharmacy education.

Keywords: Pharmacy education, Hospital training, Case studies, Pharmacy practice.