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Transitions Magazine

Transitions is published bi-monthly for members of the APhA New Practitioner Network. The online newsletter contains information focused on life inside and outside pharmacy practice, providing guidance on various areas of professional, personal, and practice development. Each issue includes in-depth articles on such topics as personal financial management, innovative practice sites, career profiles, career development tools, residency and postgraduate programs, and more.

Rotations: An unspoken interview Rotations: An unspoken interview

Rotations: An unspoken interview

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Advice from Douglas Tam (center): ‘Live in the moment, as learning never ends!’ Hey, Kelsea! I am happy to hear that you are already reflecting on your values and considering what will be important to you in your future career. Transitioning from a student pharmacist to a new practitioner can be filled with uncertainty, but here are a few tips that I have learned along the way that should help with a successful transition.  Reflect  One of the most important skills to have is the ability to reflect effectively. Self-reflection is important during your time as...
Doing well for patients … together Doing well for patients … together

Doing well for patients … together

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Student pharmacists often hear about career options in either the community or hospital/institutional settings. But one option that is often overlooked is pursuing a career within the pharmaceutical industry. There are many opportunities within this industry, including clinical research, pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, marketing,...
Pharmacists’ value recognized during pandemic Pharmacists’ value recognized during pandemic

Pharmacists’ value recognized during pandemic

Advocacy comes in many forms, and no matter the role you play, Meg Freiter advises to always keep your patients in mind. One of the first...
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Mentorship: A tale of two halves Mentorship: A tale of two halves

Mentorship: A tale of two halves

A new program spurred a mentor–mentee relationship between Zoona Ahmad (left) and Madi Eberle, which has also helped them both grow as...
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The miracle of solid organ transplantation The miracle of solid organ transplantation

The miracle of solid organ transplantation

Thanks to organ donors, the Olhausen’s are elated to continue gathering for family events, from weddings to fishing, with Dad. According...
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Soak up the knowledge Soak up the knowledge

Soak up the knowledge

Gathering information from multiple platforms has led led to positive momentum in Emily Lothspeich’s life. During the summer of 2019, I...
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The value of versatility The value of versatility

The value of versatility

Each day, Justin Bladecki finds himself benefitting from his breadth of experience. I joined the Army National Guard while I was still in high...
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Advice on becoming a community-based pharmacist practitioner Advice on becoming a community-based pharmacist practitioner

Advice on becoming a community-based pharmacist practitioner

Community-based pharmacy practitioners always have the eye of the tiger. Hello, future colleagues! Are you ready for virtual residency showcases? That is the reality this year. While your road to residency will be different from my experience, I can say I am a proud PGY1 community-based residency graduate, and perhaps you will be one day as well. How did I choose my program? Where did it...
Networking's new normal Networking's new normal

Networking's new normal

Brooke E. Kulusich (left): ‘Now that many are Zoom-friendly, it presents an incredible opportunity to transcend geographic barriers and interact with peers, mentors, and speakers regardless of their locations.’ With regional and national meetings gone remote, highly-anticipated experiential rotations canceled, and long-distance travel limited indefinitely, it seems that...
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