Aspiring Pharmacist's Guide: Eligibility, Duration & More for Pharm.D

Ans: Hi Faiz,
Greetings.
There is no direct connection between NEET and Pharm D. NEET exams are not mandatory for Pharmacy programs. If your son wants to pursue Pharm D, you should contact the institutions offering the Pharm D course.

My suggestion is that he should complete his B.Pharm first, and then he can pursue Pharm D (PB). This will give him better opportunities compared to pursuing Pharm D alone.

Career opportunities:
a) Clinical Pharmacist
b) Medical Affairs
c) PMT
d) Medical writing
e) Clinical research
f) Medical Scribe.

I hope this helps!

All the best.

Ans: Hi Biju,

It's good to hear from you. When comparing B.Pharm to Pharm D, it's important to note that Pharm D requires a focus on the clinical side. You need to be strong in bedside teaching, which is an area where many candidates struggle. If you have a strong clinical competency, you will shine after completing Pharm D. I recommend spending time with physicians during ward rounds to gain valuable experience.

Here are some career opportunities associated with Pharm D:
a) Clinical Pharmacist
b) Medical Affairs
c) PMT
d) Medical writing
e) Clinical research
f) Medical Scribe.

Ans: Hi,
After completing a B.Pharm, there are numerous career opportunities available:

1. Industry: Roles in drug and pharmaceutical production/manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and marketing.
2. Academic: Opportunities as a lecturer in government and private colleges.
3. Government Jobs: Positions such as drugs inspector and junior analyst.
4. IT Industry: Jobs as a medical scribe or in medical/scientific writing.
5. Pharmacist: Opportunities as a community pharmacist or a hospital pharmacist.
6. International Opportunities: Working as a pharmacist in Gulf countries like Dubai, Qatar, and Oman.
7. Higher Education: Pursuing M.Pharm with over 15 specializations available, Pharm D (PB), or an MBA.

You can choose the right field that matches your career goal or growth. I don't have information regarding your gender, financial background, or location. Based on the above information, I can provide a career option that best matches your interests and goals.

Ans: No, a PharmD degree is not equivalent to a PhD degree.
Pharm. D is a professional degree related to the medical field whereas a PhD is an academic degree related to research.
The duration Is nearly 5-6 years.

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