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 What is pharmacy 

informatics?

B e n j a m i n P h i l i pP h a r m a c y I n t e r n

T e x a s S o u t h e r n U n i v e r s i t y  

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Topics

 What is Pharmacy Informatics?

 Who is an Informatics Pharmacist?

 What is the role of an InformaticsPharmacist?

 What are some current technologies?

How can I pursue a career in Pharmacy Informatics?

 Where can I get more information?

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Definition

“a unique subset of medical informatics thatfocuses on the use of information technology anddrug information to optimize medication use.” 

“the use and integration of data, information,knowledge, technology, and automation in themedication-use process for the purpose of improving health outcomes.” 

 ASHP statement on the pharmacist’s role in informatics 

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Simple Definition:

The application of technology andinformation systems to the medication useprocess to improve outcomes and increase

safety and efficiency  Informatics pharmacists are involved in the

design, implementation, customization and

support of health information systems andtechnologies.

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 Who is an Informatics

Pharmacist?

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 Who is an Informatics Pharmacist?

 An informatics pharmacist is a dualspecialistKnowledgeable about both pharmacy practice

and informaticsIs able to analyze pharmacy practice from

analytical design perspective

Is able to analyze health informatics

technologies from a clinical/operationalperspective

Has the ability to look at both the “big picture”and the individual details and processes.

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Competencies/Characteristics

Strong understanding of pharmacy practice

Knowledgeable about the medication useprocess

Knowledgeable about information systems,healthcare technology and automation

Basic understanding of database design andfunction

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Competencies/Characteristics

Current with relevant standards, regulationsand initiatives

 Ability to anticipate future needs andchallenges

 Ability to think about the “end user” 

 Ability to teach and guide others

Communication skills

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Competencies/Characteristics

Project management skills

Technology oriented

Innovative Analytical

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 What is the role of an

Informatics Pharmacist?

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Role of an Informatics Pharmacist

Ensure patient safety 

Provide guidance and leadership for alltechnology initiatives that support

medication use

Customize and tailor health informationsystems and technology to the needs of 

practice

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Role of an Informatics Pharmacist

Serve as a liaison between pharmacy andother departments

Information Technology 

Nursing

Physicians

 Vendors

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Role of an Informatics Pharmacist

Provide education to healthcareprofessionals and managers

Serve as a resource for hospital staff 

Provide recommendations regarding vendorselection

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Technology in Pharmacy Practice

The field of pharmacy is rapidly evolving

pharmacy model is changing with theintroduction of information technology and

automation Technology is continuously being developed with the intention of increasing safety,

reducing cost and increasing efficiency.

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 What are some current

technologies relevant tomedication use?

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Current Technology 

Health Information Systems

Electronic Medication AdministrationRecords

Computerized Provider Order Entry 

Clinical Decision Support

Electronic Prescribing

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Current Technology 

 Automated Dispensing Cabinets

Inventory Management Systems

Bar Coding

Radio-frequency identification

Smart Pumps

Robotics

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How can I pursue a career in

Pharmacy Informatics?

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Becoming a Pharmacy Informaticist

Pharmacy informaticists should have:

real world pharmacy practice experience

thorough understanding of the medication use

processextensive knowledge about the health

information systems and all medication related

technologies

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Becoming a Pharmacy Informaticist

There are a growing number of residency/training programs available

Typically 12 months in length

Some individuals obtain formalized training while others have had extensive experiencein utilizing health information systems and

technology 

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Residency Training

Four PGY2 specialty residencies(ASHP accredited status)

 Vanderbilt University Medical Center

University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics

University of Michigan Hospitals and HealthCenters

Oregon Health and Science University Hospitalsand Clinics

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Residency Training

Five PGY2 specialty residencies(ASHP candidate/pre-candidate status)

Clarian Health Partners

James A. Haley Veterans Hospital

University of Louisville Health Care

 VA San Diego Healthcare System

The Johns Hopkins Hospital

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Non ASHP Accredited Training

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Cedar-Sinai Medical Center

Ohio State Medical Center

Penn State Hershey Medical Center

Sentara Health System

University of California San Francisco

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 Where can I get more

information?

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 Additional Resources

 Visit the Pharmacy Informatics and Technology section of the American Society of Health-SystemPharmacists website

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 Additional Resources

The Pharmacy InformaticsPrimer is a great resourcefor pharmacy managers,

information technology project managers andpharmacy students.

Provides practical information

regarding the most relevanttopics in pharmacy informatics

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Summary 

Informatics Pharmacists “super” pharmacists who serve as the

translational bridge between IT staff andclinicians, and are experts in health information

systems and technology 

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References

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2.  American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. ASHP statementon the pharmacist’s role in informatics. Am J Health-Syst Pharm.2007; 64:200-3.

3. Informatics Interchange. Whither pharmacy informatics. Am J  Health-Syst Phar. 2009; 66: 813-15

4. Dumitru D, ed. The Pharmacy Informatics Primer. Bethesda, Md: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists; 2009.

5. Images. Google Images. Keywords: informatics, management,safety, cerner, epic, eclipsys, pyxis, bcma. http://images.google.com. Accessed: February 05, 2011

6. Clipart. Microsoft Office 2007. Accessed: February 05, 2011