This series involves case presentations followed by questions and general discussion of the material. The series will provide in-depth exploration of therapeutics of common diseases encountered in clinical practice while incorporating elements of clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on identification of actual and theoretical factors that contribute to variabilities in pharmacokinetic parameters and associated pharmacological responses. Several dosing methods are critically explored, contrasted, and applied using a case history approach. Pharmacy Practice Consists of special topics involving contemporary pharmacy practice issues.
Emphasis is placed on development of student skills in presenting pertinent topics in oral form.
This course focuses on special topics in drug-induced disease. Emphasis is placed on mechanisms by which drugs cause disease, the clinical markers and signs and symptoms of these conditions, and recommendations regarding preventive strategies and treatment of these conditions. The topics are discussed using an organ system approach. Clinical case studies and case reports published in the medical literature are used to augment the lectures and to facilitate discussions.