STUDENTS’ PARTICIPATION IN INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (IPE) ACTIVITIES)

AUHS provides a multitude of Inter professional Education (IPE) learning and skill building opportunities through a variety of curricular learning opportunities within the institution with other healthcare discipline (i.e., nursing) and external partnership with Charles Drew University (CDU). The first and second-year pharmacy students participate in IPE simulations at CDU during each academic year focusing on communication, collaboration, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Pharmacy students participate in various clinical scenarios with nursing and medical students during IPE Simulations days at CDU. At AUHS, pharmacy and nursing students collaborate to promote health and wellness to the surrounding community through university hosted health fairs and community events. Pharmacy students attend events at An Lanh Free Clinic and collaborate with medical students to provide comprehensive healthcare including physical exam, preventative screenings, medication counseling, and lifestyle modification education. Participation in IPE activities are mandatory for pharmacy students for graduation.