PAS CHATT 566: Pharmacology for Prescribers I

This course explores pharmacology, focusing on selecting and managing appropriate therapeutics for various clinical conditions. Designed for prescribers, it teaches students to evaluate pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, side effects, indications, and contraindications of medications within the context of specific body systems. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based prescribing, individualized patient care, and the development of both acute and chronic treatment plans. Students will learn to integrate drug therapy into comprehensive care strategies. Through case-based learning and hands-on exercises, students will develop the skills to select medications safely and effectively, monitor treatment responses, educate patients, and adjust prescriptions based on factors such as comorbidities, age, and pharmacogenomics. The course is delivered through active learning, assigned readings, lectures, and optional clarification labs. The course is delivered in person on campus. *The course is delivered in tandem and sequenced with clinical medicine. Pre-requisite(s): Admission into the LMU Chat PA Program