preprofessional level. It provides the basis for beginning pharmacy students to develop an accurate view of the profession they are entering, to understand the basic tenets of the profession, and to understand the critical issues the profession is facing. The book consists of 10 chapters addressing core concepts about the profession of pharmacy. Chapter 11 provides a selection of readings from the recent pharmacy and biomedical literature. Key Features: Chapters are thoroughly updated. Chapter 3 discusses evolution of pharmacy practice toward MTM services. Chapter 4 involves communications in pharmacy practice, written by noted expert Bruce A. Berger. Chapter 11 includes all new readings from the literature. Definitions of key terms are located throughout the text in the margin and in a separate glossary.

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