The specialized training course in evidence-based pharmaceutical decision-making and artificial intelligence for clinical pharmacy students has concluded.
The College of Medicine and Health Sciences – Department of Clinical Pharmacy – concluded a specialized training program entitled: “From Research to Drug Decision-Making: Evidence-Based and Artificial Intelligence-Based Treatment Recommendations.” This program, held under the patronage of Professor Khaled Ahmed Salah, President of the Emirates International University, aimed to equip healthcare professionals with the skills to keep pace with scientific and technological advancements in the medical field. The program, which saw wide participation from students across all levels of the department, targeted clinical pharmacists, community pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
The six-day course was attended by 181 students from the Department of Clinical Pharmacy, demonstrating the College's commitment to empowering its students both academically and professionally, and connecting their theoretical knowledge with modern practical applications in the healthcare field.
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In line with its pioneering vision to develop healthcare professionals capable of keeping pace with scientific and technological advancements in the medical field, the College of Medicine and Health Sciences – Department of Clinical Pharmacy – concluded a specialized training program entitled: “From Research to Drug Decision-Making: Evidence-Based and Artificial Intelligence-Based Treatment Recommendations.” The course lectures were presented by Professor Dr. Mukhtar Al-Gharrafi, Head of the Clinical Pharmacy Department at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, and Dr. Masoud Rassam, a Doctor of Pharmacy at the Emirates International University.
The course covered advanced scientific topics focusing on medical research methodologies, critically reading and analyzing clinical studies, and translating their results into precise treatment recommendations. It also highlighted the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in supporting medication decisions, improving the quality of healthcare, and enhancing patient safety. Real-world case studies were also presented, demonstrating how scientific evidence can be integrated with AI tools in modern pharmaceutical practice.
On the final day, the two instructors, Dr. Mukhtar Al-Gharrafi and Dr. Masoud Rassam, delivered a specialized lecture on developing evidence-based treatment recommendations using AI techniques. They also discussed the prospects for digital transformation in clinical pharmacy and the importance of pharmacists keeping pace with modern technologies to support sound treatment decisions.
At the conclusion of the course, participants were awarded certificates of participation in recognition of their commitment and engagement. The Emirates International University was also commended for its pioneering role in developing healthcare professionals capable of keeping pace with scientific and technological advancements and making a significant impact on the healthcare system.