Head of Department of Pharmacy

Mr. Feki Nekir Dereja

Contact Information:
Phone: + 251923136135

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An Overview of Department of Pharmacy

The Department of Pharmacy at Wolkite University was established as a vital academic unit within the College of Medicine and Health Sciences to support Ethiopia's growing demand for competent pharmaceutical professionals. The establishment of the department aligns with national healthcare development goals aimed at improving access to quality medication, ensuring rational drug use, and strengthening the overall pharmaceutical sector.

The department offers a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree program that integrates scientific knowledge with practical training in pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmaceutical technology, and public health pharmacy. The curriculum is competency-based and is delivered through classroom instruction, laboratory practice, hospital attachments, and community pharmacy experiences.

The Department of Pharmacy also contributes to research, policy advocacy, and community engagement activities. It aims to produce graduates who can serve in hospitals, pharmaceutical industries, regulatory agencies, academic institutions, and community health settings with high professional and ethical standards.

Objectives/Goals

The primary objectives of the Department of Pharmacy are to:

1. Train Competent Pharmacists: Produce qualified pharmacy professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary for safe and effective medication management.
2. Promote Rational Drug Use: Equip students to contribute to evidence-based, patient-centered pharmaceutical care.
3. Support Public Health Goals: Strengthen the pharmaceutical sector's role in disease prevention, health promotion, and therapeutic management.
4. Ensure Quality Education: Deliver a curriculum that meets national and international standards for pharmaceutical education.
5. Advance Research and Innovation: Promote scientific inquiry and research in drug development, pharmaceutical care, and health systems.
6. Foster Professionalism and Ethics: Instill values of responsibility, integrity, and accountability in the pharmacy profession.
7. Engage with Communities: Implement outreach programs that improve access to essential medicines and raise awareness about safe medication use.

Duties and Responsibilities

Academic Responsibilities

v  Provide instruction in key pharmaceutical science areas such as pharmaceutics, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, medicinal chemistry, and clinical pharmacy.

v  Supervise student laboratory work, research projects, and clinical training in hospitals and community pharmacies.

v  Continuously revise and update the curriculum to reflect current scientific and professional trends.

v  Conduct assessments and evaluations to ensure student learning outcomes are met.

Clinical and Practical Engagement

v  Coordinate student rotations in hospital pharmacies, community pharmacies, and drug supply agencies.

v  Promote good pharmacy practices, including drug dispensing, patient counseling, and pharmacovigilance.

v  Ensure compliance with national drug regulations and guidelines during practical training.

Research and Development

v  Undertake research in pharmaceutical sciences, traditional medicine, drug policy, and related fields.

v  Support staff and student-led research initiatives and publications.

v  Collaborate with stakeholders to generate evidence for improving pharmaceutical services and drug policy.

Community Service

v  Organize drug use education and awareness campaigns in the community.

v  Provide technical support and training to local health institutions on medicine management.

v  Engage in public health initiatives related to rational medicine use and antimicrobial resistance.

Administrative Functions

v  Participate in planning, resource mobilization, and departmental reporting.

v  Represent the department in academic and professional forums.

v  Facilitate partnerships with regulatory bodies, pharmaceutical industries, and healthcare institutions.

v  Ensure adherence to ethical, academic, and institutional standards in all departmental activities.