Fellowship in Onco Pharmacy
A dedicated training program for clinical pharmacists in oncology settings in comprehensive medication management enabling them to render personalised patient care.
Pharma D. / M. Pharm
Course Objectives
To validate that the clinical pharmacist has the advanced knowledge and experience to optimise outcomes for patients with malignant diseases by:
- Recommending, designing, compounding, implementing, monitoring, and modifying pharmacotherapeutic plans.
- Ensuring medication safety in all vulnerable patients and optimisation of therapies in all cancer patients by bridging the gap between prescribers and pharmacy.
- Reducing medication errors.
- Recognizing and responding to adverse physical and emotional issues that may arise during treatment and when providing education and counselling.
- The course enables the candidate to take up research-related activities, education and training.
- Management of oncology emergencies and adverse drug reactions.
- In-depth insights into bone marrow transplant procedures and patient care.
More Information
- Clinical Exposure: Gain practical experience through rotations in various oncology departments.
- Interactive Learning: Participate in case discussions, journal clubs, and multidisciplinary meetings.
- Research Orientation: Integrate research methodology for evidence-based practices.
- Patient-Centric Care: Develop communication skills to educate and support patients.
- Pharmacovigilance: Monitor and manage drug-related adverse events in oncology patients.
Course Faculty
Admission Details
Admission to the Fellowship programme will be based on merit.
The selection process will constitute 2 phases:
- Written Examination
- Viva-Voce
The top candidates will be shortlisted for the fellowship programme.
Facilities
- Stipend as per standard norms.
- Twin-sharing on-campus accommodation (nominal charges).
- Access to a full-fledged library – print and digital.
- Continuous peer monitoring and support.
- Periodical assessment and mentorship.
- Rigorous academic schedule with participation in the latest scientific developments.
- Nationally & Internationally recognized faculty and facilities.