How Do Pediatric Pharmacists Contribute to Research?
Pediatric pharmacists are actively involved in research aimed at improving neonatal care:
- Clinical Trials: They participate in and sometimes lead clinical trials focusing on pediatric and neonatal pharmacotherapy. - Pharmacokinetic Studies: Research on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of medications in neonates helps in developing better dosing guidelines. - Quality Improvement Projects: Pediatric pharmacists lead quality improvement projects to enhance medication safety and efficacy.