Pharmacy Experts from CPA & IPA Conduct Workshop on Clinical Consultation Skills at SUCP

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Hyderabad, January 26: The Commonwealth Pharmacists Association (CPA) and The Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA) jointly organized a two-day workshop on “Clinical Consultation Skills for Pharmacists” at Sultan-ul-Uloom College of Pharmacy. The workshop aimed to enhance the communication and consultation skills of pharmacy students, faculty, and community pharmacists.

The event commenced on January 24 with sessions for pharmacy students and faculty, followed by training for community pharmacists on January 25. The workshop was initiated by Dr. T.V. Narayana, former President of the Indian Pharmaceutical Association.

A distinguished team of four resource persons from the United Kingdom—Prof. Ruth Edwards, Ms. Beth Ward, Ms. Victoria Rutter, and Mr. Raymond Anderson—represented the Commonwealth Pharmacists Association. Prof. Ruth Edwards led the training, while the others facilitated sessions focused on effective patient communication and empathetic consultation practices.

Participants gained valuable insights into patient-centered consultation methods, reinforcing the role of pharmacists in building patient trust and enhancing business practices.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Mr. Zafar Javeed, Honorary Secretary of Sultan-ul-Uloom Education Society, along with other esteemed dignitaries including Dr. B. Prabha Shankar (President, IPA-Telangana State), Dr. Vinay Kumar Gupta (Additional Drug Controller, CDSCO), Dr. Adepu Ramesh (Chairman, Hospital Pharmacy Division – IPA), Mr. Raj Vaidya (Chairman, Clinical Pharmacy Division – IPA), Dr. G. Sumalatha (Chairperson, Educational Division – IPA), and Dr. Bharat Vikas (Secretary, IPA Central).

Mr. Zafar Javeed, in a traditional gesture, honored all the distinguished guests with shawls and presented mementos as a token of appreciation.

Dr. Anupama Koneru, Principal of Sultan-ul-Uloom College of Pharmacy, welcomed the guests and emphasized the significance of such training programs in professional pharmacy education.

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