On 17/4/2024 an enriching webinar hosted by the GMU-IVPN Student Club focusing on the crucial topic of cultural competence in pharmacy-patient interactions. The session featured Dr. Sirine Shoukair, a highly respected clinical pharmacist working at St Vincent Hospital in Ohio, USA, as the speaker. During the webinar, participants delved into the significance of cultural competence in pharmacy practice, gaining valuable insights into its role in fostering effective communication and trust between pharmacists and diverse patient populations. Dr. Shoukair eloquently elaborated on how understanding cultural difference can greatly enhance patient care outcomes.
Overall, the webinar provided the attendees (GMU Pharmacy Students) with a deeper understanding of the importance of cultural competence in the field of pharmacy practice and highlighted the pivotal role it plays in providing quality healthcare services to patients from various cultural backgrounds.”
