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I am probably going to go into pharmacy, because I will be admitted to a top school in my state.

I want to study before hand the school starts so can anybody give me a list of books or list of topics that are normally covered in pharmacy school please. Thank you

Does anyone have a good video or other resource for reviewing oral absorption kinetics? Trying to prep for APPEs/review my PK since it’s been a couple semesters now!

I'm in my 4th year and have to create a CE for one of my rotations. Where do y'all find ideas for CE topics?

Hi! I have an IPPE tomorrow and I really suck at asking questions, although I am excited about learning what different pharmacists do and what their work entails. What are some of your go-to questions to ask? I have general questions such as what made you go into this specific area of pharmacy (i.e. community)?, what is the most challenging part of your job?/what do you enjoy?, but that is basically it. I'm also not that good at coming up with questions on the fly...

I'm a P1 and thinking about withdrawing. Has anybody on here yourself or you personally have had any classmates withdraw after their P1 year? I feel like my heart isn't in this anymore plus our calculations class is hard and is on another level then what I’m used too. I have a medical writing internship and I love it! Through my time so far this semester, I have realized that I don’t know if I want to be patient facing in a retail setting. I like industry/pharma/and maybe clinical trials/the “behind the scenes” type of things. I also like pharmacogenomics and that’s a topic I am learning about and talking about more in my medical writing documents. I have found some programs that offer pharmcogenomics and regulatory affairs degree/certificates that I feel like I might like. I don't feel happy at my school and that I belong. Would I be wrong for leaving? I feel like there's other careers out there that I would be happy and just as content in besides pursuing a 4 year Pharm.D degree although I know the pharmacy degree is versatile.

Does anyone know of any Industry APPE rotation sites? My school doesn't have many connections to industry appe sites.

Hi, I got a D in my pharmacology exam today (60%) and I feel absolutely awful. I feel like I don't have a future and that I'll never become a pharmacist. What do I do :(

Basically what the title says. I’m a p1 and am actually sick from stress of pharmacy school 6/7 days of the week. I don’t think it helps that im 5 hours from home, but I digress. I completely understand that nursing school isn’t a cakewalk either, but some part of me is interested in working 3 12 hour shifts a week and calling it at that. I don’t know if pharmacy will provide me the happiness and stability I want in my life. I just have little to no classes required for nursing school and don’t want to waste 4 more years, where at that point in time I could have a doctorate degree. If I were to go to nursing, I’d definitely try and find a specialty, such as nurse anesthesiology or practitioner, but I do not know if this is even worth it. Obviously this is completely my choice, but I just wanted to hear from others if you think this is a gravely bad idea.

Currently struggling to come up with a class fundraiser. What was successful for your class?

I am thinking of applying to an AA program and leaving pharmacy school if I get in. I’m a P1 at a private school and I have been doing well so far. I have been a tech for over 10 years and work for 2 major hospitals. One I know they will hire me once I graduate (no residency) and the other I can easily get a residency at if I choose that route. I currently work at an oncology ambulatory infusion center where I work with pgy2 residents and they all look so stressed! I shadowed a CRNA a year ago and I thought anesthesia was exciting. I will always love pharmacy but the more money I want to make the further from patient care I will get (such as management or industry) and as an AA you have great earning potential and direct patient care. I knew I wouldn’t get accepted to an AA program, especially Emory’s bc they are so competitive and upon graduation I had a 2.9 gpa. If I can get into a program before my P3 year is it worth dropping out as a P2? Also is there a chance I can still get in if I have a good pharmacy school gpa?

Hey everyone! I’m a current P4 student really on the fence about applying for a residency. My ultimate goal is to become a clinical pharmacist, with a passion specifically for ambulatory care. I feel like this is such a critical time in my career, and part of me worries I might regret not going for a residency if I don’t apply.

I have a stellar GPA (3.8) and strong work experience—I’ve been working in a pharmacy since I was 18, and at one point, I was juggling three different positions. Now, at 24, I’ve built a solid foundation, but there are some areas that lead me to self-doubt. I haven’t done much in terms of research projects, and while I’m in Rho Chi, I haven’t been very active in other organizations.

The financial aspect is also a big concern. I really want to support my mother as soon as I can, and I know residency pay can be rough—I’m actually making more as a pharmacy intern than I’d make as a resident. I’ve been considering applying to the VA in New York, since it might allow me to stay closer to home, which is also important to me.

I’m wondering if any of you have been in a similar situation or have advice for someone passionate about ambulatory care but struggling with the financial side of residency. Are there alternative paths to get into ambulatory care without a residency, or should I apply and see where it takes me? I’d really appreciate any advice or insights you could share. Thanks so much!

Quick-ish disclaimer:

1. This is my first time posting on reddit, so I'm still figuring out the basics and etiquette of posting. Additionally, if you think there is a more appropriate subreddit for this post, please let me know!

2. I think I'm mostly looking for advice, but will accept any words of encouragement or criticism that you feel would be of benefit.

3. Please feel free to ask any questions, I'll try to answer them if I see them, thank you!

As the title suggests, my wife is currently a P3 going into her P4 year. She will be starting her rotations next year, and she and I both are pretty anxious about the whole thing. There's a chance she can get some within or near our town, but we will definitely have to live apart at some point. We're pretty codependent on eachother, and I'm worried that the time we spend apart will take a heavy toll on both of us.

Her schooling has been rough on her, and I've been working on finding more ways to help her out in her day-to-day life to take whatever burden off, but I feel that this would be harder for me to do when she leaves for rotations.

As of right now, I'm working on plans and strategies to help her as best I can. One thing I'm wanting to do is put aside time on some weekends (I work Mon-Fri typically) to travel to where she will be staying to visit. I also want to write a bunch of letters of encouragement that she can open and read if she needs a smile. I want to make sure to help her feel safe and loved even if I can't be there in person. I'm also thinking about sending her a care package a few times if I can, with more notes and her favorite snacks, but I'm not sure what else she may need in this time.

I feel that this is a good start, but I would be very happy to hear any ideas or advice you have based on your experiences! Thank you all for reading through my rambling, and I hope you all have a good day!

Hey all, I'm a first year Pharma student and I am in my first semester.

My uni is very far away from home.. and I gotta do at least 2 hrs to get there.

It's just the beginning, and I have missed A LOT of lectures. I cannot understand anything.. Organic Chemistry, Linear Algebra, Anatomy and Physiology seem very difficult.

I was a high achiever at school and did very well. I was known as "the bookworm" because I was studying long hours at home and getting high grades.

But now? I'm in a rut. I hate being on Reddit asking this. I wish I could turn back time and do it all over again, correctly.

Now what do I do? I'm certainly not going to talk to my teachers, because they won't listen. And other students I know also have a rough time understanding concepts, so they won't help me very well either.

How do I go through this? What online tools can I use that WILL help me, even though I didn't watch a lot of lectures??

Any AI assistant that has helped you? Please help guys! Would appreciate it. I don't want to get bad grades.

anything that saved you in pharmacy school. i prefer if its in depth

Hello everyone! I’m working on a project to help elderly people stay on track with their medications. One idea we’re exploring is digitally connecting elderly individuals with Pharmacy students, who could help with medication concerns and encourage them to stick to their schedules. This would give elderly people some extra human support, and Pharmacy students could gain practical experience.

However, I’m not sure if Pharmacy students are legally allowed to offer this type of help. Does anyone have any advice on this? Are there any guidelines or requirements that would allow Pharmacy students to be involved in this way? Thanks for any insights you can share!

Kinda feels shitty, because it was so satisfying to just have Bs and As. Feel kinda depressed about it and it’s hard to move on :( And it was literally because of an unexcused absence, so I could’ve gotten a B (I was 1.5% away ☹️)

Any advice? I keep on telling myself that I will be a pharmacist and it won’t affect ANYTHING. Is this true? Can somebody please make my day? Thank you 😢😢

I want to do residency and it’s emphasized a lot the importance of extracurriculars and leadership. I’m super discouraged I am rejected from leadership positions in organizations. It’s very competitive with the few leadership titles available. It’s only my first year so I’m sure I have plenty of time. Any advice on how to move on from rejections, and what other ways I can show leadership skill without a position title? Thanks in advance!

Hey besties,

P1 here. we are in our second block of our first semester.. and I'm not thriving this block! I need some serious help.
So last block I did well. the schedule was a great schedule, because I'm a mom it allowed me to get to school early 730a study till 9 10 or even some days till 11. and then we were done by 3.. so I got really good grades and I was able to balance my home life easily.. this block.. we have class at 8am and most day we dont' leave till 4.. I'm tired, I have no time to study and we have our first block exam and I'm not ready. I reached out to a professor asking for advice but I got blown off. I need legit help or advice.
Failure isn't an option.. but neither is driving off a cliff.. (sorry dark humor) so yeah.. seriously if anyone has excellent time management skills please assist... cause this block is nothing like the last one.. they have 10 more stupid busy work, group projects and with the extra class time.. but really if anyone has great time mamnagment know any ways to simplify my life, streamline task.
spill the beans!!! please help a lost sad p1

I signed up to do a case competition, & I did not place. Should I still put this on my CV and if so in what section? Placing it under “Honors and Awards” doesn’t feel right.

In general where do case competitions usually go on a CV/resume?

Thoughts?

I just got an email today saying my license has been issued and that I’ll receive it in 3-4 weeks. I need the physical copy November 25. Should I be fine? How long did it take for you to (if you are a Californian pharmacy student) to get your intern license by mail once approved by the board???

Thank you!!

Hi everyone! I am a P1 student :)

I have my first IPPE community rotations starting soon. So excited! But I really want to visit my family in the winter. I don’t mind working overtime at all, but I don’t want to ask my preceptor haha I feel like it’s kinda unprofessional. Can pharmacy interns work more than 40 hours in CA? I want to finish my 150 hours ASAP because I really need to see my family 🥺 Can I work overtime? If so, how many hours?? Also what should I tell my preceptor? Thank you!! My rotation is at Walmart btw

Thank u!!

How worried should I be about the challenge of getting a job when going to a lower ranking school (#70ish newer school)? I'm between research and compounding (mostly likely compounding).

I want to get a job in the great lakes area, but I'm highly flexible in location.

I have a cumulative 3.04 GPA, a second year in pharmacy school, and I have been trying to survive passing my classes throughout my first year. This year it seems like everyone has gotten or already has gotten a leadership position in student pharmacist organizations and/or works at either at a hospital or retail as a tech. I have done neither (if you don’t count summer community rotations, since everyone has that on their CV).

It seems like everyone knows each other in really closed off friend groups for the student organizations. Im doing better in my classes in that time I’m not borderline failing and actually passing, but I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of dread because I’m falling behind everyone else that is competing against me with stacked CVs.

I feel like I should drop everything else (spending time with other friends, family, and SO) and just do as much involvement as possible so I have a modicum of a chance of not being stuck at CVS working retail for the rest of my life. But I don’t even know where to start.

So I am in a situation that I need advice on.

This fall semester I started in a pharmacy program (NEU), but I am currently taking a leave of absence. Due to the nature of the program, I won’t be able to start again until fall 2025. I am applying to other pharmacy schools during my LOA because I also do not like the current program I am. However, one school (University of Colorado, Denver), is asking me to have NEU send them a document stating that I am in good standing. However, I am currently on LOA and they aren’t aware I’m applying to other programs. Is this something I can ask them for? Or would I have to completely drop out of the program. Is it considered rude? I just want to make sure I do this correctly. If anybody has advice on how I should proceed, it would be greatly appreciated!

Hey everybody,

I’m a P1 student and I’ve got my pharmacy intern license. I started working at my local CVS two months ago and they still haven’t updated my status to “pharmacy intern”. They also haven’t mentioned anything to me about scholarships etc. In fact, they seem kind of “quiet” about the fact that I am a pharmacy student.

A classmate of mine just started at Walgreens and he already has his intern status activated and they’ve offered him scholarships for his pharmacy school tuition!

Should I ditch CVS and go to Walgreens?

I’m a freshman and I already took all my prerequisite classes in highschool. I have the time in my schedule to take all electives after I finished p1 and p2. What would u recommend if I wanted to take an emt program while in my second semester of p2?

Hello I wanted to see if anyones dealt with a similar situation. My pharmacy director is implying he will fire me if I dont pick up more shifts. My position requires I work one weeknights and 2 weekend days per pay period, its a biweekly pay so 6 shifts a month. During my winter break, I am also working christmas day since I drew the short stick and got randomly assigned it. So 7 shifts during my 3 weeks off no big deal. The problem is they want me to work additional daytime shifts and I told them I couldn't because I have another job and already agreed to work there. My pharmacy director is not so suddenly implying they will fire me if I don't. Considering they were informed I had this other job in my interview when I was hired almost a year ago, and it's never interfered with my internship before I dont think this is fair. I don't want to be bullied into accepting additional shifts at a lower paying internship with no benefits but I also don't want to be fired as the hospital is affiliated with my school. Any advice?

I wanted to know if anyone knows any appe sites in llinois i can apply for as a special arrangement for my school. Community is easy because those are chain stores my school will approve for but I am not sure which institutions would take APPE students. I need institution, inpatient, and ambulatory sites. I have no idea because I got to a pharmacy school in New York. Please help me out for those who go to school in Illinois/ chicago.

Hi guys I’m starting pharmacy school. Trying to choose between getting A. Just a MacBook and B. An iPad Air 13 inch with Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil for pharmacy school. Any recommendations ?