Doha: Qatar University College of Pharmacy (CPH) recently launched its 2012-2013 Continuing Professional Pharmacy Development (CPPD) programme, drawing over 40 faculty members and practicing Qatar pharmacists. The purpose of the event was to advance communication between the College faculty and the pharmacists who work in various hospitals, clinics and centers in Qatar. It was also an opportunity to update pharmacists on information about the continuing professional development programs provided by the College as well as QU Continuing Education Office to advance skills and competencies towards provision of high-quality patient care.
CPH Acting Dean Dr Sherief Khalifa and programme coordinator Dr Nadir Kheir welcomed the participants. “The strength of the CPPD program lies in its relevance to the development of pharmacists in Qatar”, Dr Khalifa said.opment of Qatar’s pharmacists”. Dr Kheir presented the list of future topics and activities planned for the 2012-2013 period which will range from the role of pharmacists in health promotion, to geriatric pharmacy, evidence-based medicine and writing a pharmacy care plan.
The Peninsula
