🎙 Excited to share insights from our interview with Dr. Albert Bach, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, in the latest episode of the OCPhA podcast! We discussed Dr. Bach's journey into academia, his residency experience, and advice for aspiring pharmacy professionals. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:

🔍 Start Early & Explore Opportunities: Begin by identifying your passion and career interests early. Look for opportunities to gain insights and experiences, such as reaching out to faculty members, engaging in your APPE rotations, and utilizing resources to learn more about specific fields of interest.

🎓 Continuous Learning & Preparation: Prepare residencies and/or fellowships by proactively pursuing experiences and resources. Utilize the support from faculty members and seek guidance on how to approach the career path you are interested in.

🤝 Engage & Connect: Networking and seeking mentorship are essential. Don't hesitate to connect with professionals in your field of interest, request informational interviews, and leverage networking platforms to build meaningful connections.

Thank you, Dr. Bach, for sharing your valuable insights! If you're interested in learning more about Dr. Bach's journey or want to seek guidance, feel free to reach out at abach@chapman.edu.

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In this episode of the OCPhA Podcast, join host Dr Mary Ngo as she interviews first-year pharmacy student, Ryan Kwok from UC Irvine School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Ryan discusses his journey from pre-pharmacy to becoming a student leader and the founder of the StudentRxNetwork, a platform for pharmacy and pre-pharmacy students. He shares his experiences with pharmacy networking, work at a student health center pharmacy, and his goals for the future, including plans for graduation and potential career paths.

Ryan also explores the need for more representation of pharmacy professionals in media and discusses his ambitions to become an advocate for the pharmacy profession.

Contact Ryan at ryanthkwok@gmail.com and visit his LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-tsz-him-kwok-2b93211b4/

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🎙️👩‍⚕️ Join us for a captivating conversation on today's episode as Dr. Mary Ngo sits down with pharmacy student Anthony Herfi to delve into his inspiring journey from pharmacy technician to aspiring pharmacist! 💊📚

In this insightful interview, Anthony shares the trials and triumphs of his path in the pharmacy world, offering valuable insights and reflections on his experiences along the way. From his humble beginnings as a pharmacy technician to his current pursuit of a pharmacy degree, Anthony's story is one of dedication, perseverance, and a passion for healthcare. 🌟

Tune in as we explore the challenges, lessons learned, and the moments that have shaped Anthony's journey, providing inspiration for fellow pharmacy students and aspiring healthcare professionals. It's a conversation filled with wisdom, encouragement, and the pursuit of a dream in the world of pharmacy. 🎓💡

Reach out to Anthony at aherfi@health.ucsd.edu

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