For more information on the ISU's Pharm. D. Program, click on the ISU link above. Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology is offered during each rotation. Drug regimens are reviewed with regard to dose, efficacy, criteria for use, adverse reactions, drug interactions etc. Current literature and pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics are used to formulate rationale for drug therapy.
Emphasis is placed on bedside therapeutics for children.
Students review patient charts and complete literature review assignments in the Library. Patients are then presented at rounds by the student who discusses a comprehensive plan for pharmacotherapy. This plan is developed in consultation with faculty and staff in the Section. While on elective, students are expected to attend conferences and courses. If appropriate, the student may initiate a clinical or basic science research project, or prepare case reports for publication.