Department of Pharmacy Practice
The Department of Pharmacy Practice, established in 2008, is a beacon of excellence in pharmacy education. It is committed to empowering students to master comprehensive medication management and deliver outstanding patient care. The department also focuses on honing students’ leadership abilities and fostering a commitment to continuous learning. We offer a wide range of clinical pharmacy services, including medication therapy management, drug safety, patient education, etc., all of which underscore our mission to shape exceptional practitioners.
We have been providing hands-on training to our Pharm.D. students at our collaborative hospital, Rural Development Trust Hospital (RDT) in Bathalapalli, for 17 years. In addition to making our students experts in specific departments, we provide 2 to 3 months of specialized training at various secondary care and tertiary care hospitals nationwide.
MOUs with corporate hospitals nationwide:
- KIMS SAVEERA Hospitals, Anantapur
- PD Hinduja Hospitals, Mumbai
- Fortis Hospitals, Mumbai
- Fortis Hospitals, Bangalore
The following programs are functioning under the Department of Pharmacy Practice:
- Pharm. D
- Pharm. D – Post Baccalaureate
- M. Pharm – Pharmacy Practice
- Ph.D. – Pharmacy Practice
Faculty details:
| S. No. | Name | Designation | Qualification | Experience |
| 1. | Dr. Manoj Kumar M | HOD | Pharm.D., Ph.D., MPH | 10 Years |
| 2. | Dr. Sudheer Akkiraju | Academic Coordinator | M. Pharm., Ph.D. | 14 Years |
| 3. | Dr. B. Sahithi | Assistant Professor | Pharm.D. (Ph.D.) | 09 Years |
| 4. | Dr. U. Veerendra | Assistant Professor | Pharm.D. (Ph.D.) | 6.8 Year |
| 5. | Dr. C. Suresh | Assistant Professor | Pharm.D. | 7.7 Years |
| 6. | Dr. Queeny Sharon | Assistant Professor | Pharm.D. | 02 Months |
Drug and Poison Information Centre (PDIC):
The PDIC, an integral part of the Department of Pharmacy Practice at RIPER, is dedicated to disseminating crucial information to the healthcare community. The PDIC is operated by a team of highly skilled professionals, each with a deep understanding of pharmaceutical science and a commitment to providing accurate and current information. We use advanced databases like Medicines Complete and Micromedex Solutions, Journals, textbooks, guidelines, and protocols, which are known for their comprehensive and reliable drug information. This expertise ensures that our team can provide accurate and evidence-based responses to inquiries, assisting in preventing and managing drug-related issues and poisonings.
Our services are more than just a resource; they act as a catalyst for change. We provide healthcare professionals with detailed information on drug interactions, side effects, adverse events, dosages, and poison management protocols, empowering them to make informed decisions that enhance patient care and safety. We also offer our services to the public, ensuring that individuals have access to the knowledge they need to use medications responsibly and safely. This empowerment allows them to take control of their health and make informed decisions.
For more information or to access our services, please visit PDIC or contact our team at riperpdicatp@gmail.com
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Sponsored and funded ISPOR Conference/Workshop/ Seminar details:
| Year | Title | Amount | Date of event |
| 2024 | Conference on Health Economics and Outcome Research: Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare | $ 2967 US Dollars | 5th – 6th Apr, 2024 |
| 2023 | National Conference on Health Economics and Outcome Research (HEOR) To Enhance Decision-Making For Global Health | $ 2312 US Dollars | 4th and 5th Aug, 2023 |
| 2018 | Enhancing patient health outcomes and pharmacist’s role in transformed healthcare system | Rs. 38000/- | 20th – 21st July, 2018 |
| 2017 | 2nd international conference on Pharmacoeconomics and outcome research | Rs. 97525/- | 21st – 22nd Apr, 2017 |
| 2015 | National symposium on exploring new insights of Pharmacoeconomics and Outcome Research | Rs. 35000/- | 5th Dec, 2015 |
| 2015 | National level Seminar on Pragmatic view on Pharmacovigilance and Therapeutic Outcome. | Rs. 35000/- | 5th May, 2015 |
| 2014 | National Level Seminar on Healthcare and Outcome Research | Rs. 35000/- | 27th Dec, 2014 |
| 2014 | Indo-European Symposium on Pharmacoeconomic Policies | Rs. 39000/- | 3rd Mar, 2014 |
| 2013 | National Workshop on Methodology Development in Health Research | Rs. 38000/- | 30th Nov, 2013 |
| 2013 | National Conference on Patient-Reported Outcomes in Pharmacovigilance | Rs. 38000/- | 24th Mar, 2013 |
Glimpses of Clinical Pharmacy Activities:
