Student Feedback 2016

• The explanation was very easy to understand. It was very helpful. Thank you very much. I thought it would be wonderful if the number of Health Support Pharmacies increases so that people can feel free to go for consultations. I hope this spreads. (50s, Housewife)

• I am a medical student, and the explanation was easy for the general public to understand. I learned not only about pharmaceutical knowledge but also about presentation methods. It was very interesting. (30s, Student)

• It was easy to understand even for middle and high school students. The explanation on what to do when you forget to take your medicine was very helpful. The fact that visuals were shown in addition to the talk made it very easy to follow. It was my first time hearing about Health Support Pharmacies. I hope they increase in various regions. (40s, Office Worker)

• The explanation was easy for the general public to understand. Regarding the final explanation on the self-medication tax system, I feel that the benefits are small compared to the effort, making it difficult to use in practice. (50s, Office Worker)

• I think the basic characteristics of pharmaceuticals were explained clearly from the perspective of dosage and administration. Also, it was good that a lot of knowledge useful in actual life was included. On the other hand, I felt there were relatively few topics regarding medicines specific to the elderly, so I would like to see introductions to pharmacist initiatives focused on the elderly. (20s, Student)

• I had never seen the method for self-blood sampling, so it was helpful. (50s, Housewife)

• It was a very meaningful time with a well-paced lecture using easy-to-understand slides and videos about the dental field, which I haven't had much involvement with until now. I felt that I want to make an effort so that pharmacists can actively participate in oral care and improving oral function by paying attention to whether the elderly have oral problems or are feeling uncomfortable. (30s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• Dr. Goto, who has "God Hands," gave us a "God Seminar." It was wonderful. I was also moved by the words at the end of the text. Actually, my father is 98 years old, and his full dentures are becoming a poor fit, so I spend my days frantically asking for adjustments from home-visit dentistry. I was only looking at that one aspect. I now clearly understand that there are many other things that should and can be done. Thank you very much. (50s, Housewife)

• It was a very easy-to-understand lecture with some laughter. For the first time, I clearly understood how to distinguish between chewing and swallowing disorders. I would like to use the food form assessment chart in the future. I want to think about what I can do as a pharmacist. (Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Until now, I only had an image of swallowing, but it was good to understand the importance of chewing function and oral care. Also, it was good to learn that wearing dentures 24 hours a day can prevent aspiration pneumonia. I thought that oral care is still not widely known by the public, so if the government is promoting home medical care, I felt it should be spread more among medical professionals. (40s, Part-time Pharmacist)

• After listening to the lecture on pneumonia on July 30th, I felt again that oral care is necessary for the prevention of aspiration pneumonia, and I was looking forward to today's lecture. I don't know how much pharmacists can be involved in oral care in the future, but I hope the knowledge gained today will be useful when talking with patients. I want to value the fact that patients can "eat with their own mouths." It was a very interesting lecture. Thank you very much. (50s, Part-time Pharmacist)

• I knew the term oral care, but as the professor said, I had a mistaken understanding. It was a very easy-to-understand and enjoyable lecture. Regarding the importance of eating, because my grandmother was on a gastrostomy tube until she passed away, the image of someone who loved to eat being unable to do so still remains in my mind. In my current job, I cannot put much into practice, but I would like to share this as a piece of knowledge for patients through advice at the pharmacy. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I was able to study oral care in a fun and interesting way. Brushing. Restoring function. I will keep the important points in mind and convey them to patients. (50s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• Thank you for the wonderful lecture. Hearing that there is a possibility for some kind of care for everyone, I would like to convey this to patients who are troubled. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was very educational to hear stories from the actual field, such as how to use anticancer drugs, side effects, and how to read lab values, from the facilitators and participants.

• Role-playing is good. I was encouraged while evaluating my own way of speaking. However, I wonder if our pharmacy has the luxury to face and talk to one person so slowly and calmly... In the next booth, medications are being dispensed hectically, children are making noise or crying in the waiting area, and there are patients who put pressure on us if we are slow. There are some quite harsh realities while handling community-based dispensing.

• The discussion was very meaningful as a mix of professions and ages, including students (graduate students), pharmacy, and hospital staff, made it lively.

• The general discussion was interesting as various perspectives that I wouldn't have thought of were raised.

• This training session was very educational with content that can be put into practical use in clinical settings immediately.

• The group discussion was more fun and beneficial than I imagined. Thank you very much.

• Since I received the materials in advance, I was able to prepare, and it was great to be able to organize my thoughts very smoothly on the day.

• For the first time, I understood the circumstances that anticancer drugs are prioritized in post-operative treatment. When in a pharmacy, I tend to focus on side effects and think that suspending the medication might be unavoidable. I would like to apply this to future dispensing and medication guidance, based on the premise that circumstances are slightly different from (chronic) diseases.

• It was very helpful to see that everyone is moving forward through trial and error, and that there are many different perspectives.

• Actually, I hesitated to take the course because it was centered on small-group discussions. I was hesitant, thinking I might be a nuisance since I don't have detailed specialized knowledge. In reality, because we discussed, I found many points of significance, and there was solid follow-up from the facilitator, so no anxiety arose.

Dr. Meigen Liu

• It was meaningful content where I could learn about rehabilitation as a whole in great detail, from its history to the latest information. However, I felt it was difficult to see how to apply it to my work as a pharmacist. (30s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• When the lecture started, I felt like I was receiving a product description presentation for "rehabilitation" rather than "learning." He speaks in a gentle tone, gets through to the audience, and explains clearly. Towards the end, when the topic turned to "design power," I realized that the lecture I was currently receiving was something that had been designed. I clearly understood the nature of rehabilitation, which is promoted through flexible thinking and action, and it was a time where I could enjoy gaining knowledge. Thank you very much. (Part-time Pharmacist)

• I had an image that rehab was something done after an illness occurs, so today's lecture changed that image. Since my grandfather had orthopedic surgery, he has had persistent swelling in his legs, and I didn't consider it very important. However, the professor said that if swelling is left alone, it becomes hard, so I realized the need to face it properly. (20s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• While rehabilitation has become commonplace (general) now, I think the professor has been focusing on this field since 38 years ago, pioneering it and continuing wonderful research. I feel a sense of novelty and interest, especially in rehabilitation performed for prevention. (50s)

• It was an easy-to-understand lecture with very colorful slides, diagrams, pictures, and videos that made me think about the concept of "rehabilitation." I thought it would be wonderful if the true meaning of "rehabilitation" spread throughout the country. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

Dr. Shoichi Tashiro

• I was able to learn specific details about the reality of rehabilitation. I felt that I want to become a pharmacist who can empathize with patients undergoing rehabilitation and check if they feel any inconvenience regarding their medication. (30s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• The talk was polite, and I understood the current situation and problems of rehabilitation well. (Part-time Pharmacist)

• I didn't know what kind of work physical therapists do, so it was educational. I felt the need to deepen my understanding of other professions as well. I had rarely seen braces or prosthetic limbs in daily life, and it was good to learn what they signify through this lecture. Since I often see canes, I want to start learning from familiar things. (20s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• The phrase "Rehabilitation is medical care that organizes life" left an impression on me. In a super-aging society, fall prevention for the elderly and support/assistance for Parkinson's disease are very necessary. Learning about utilizing gravity for swallowing was knowledge I gained for the first time. It seems like something I can apply immediately. (50s)

• I realized that even with the same rehabilitation, changing the perspective makes me think about whether there are this many problems. I would like to study disaster support again. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• (Lecture) It was good to gain a renewed awareness of the current state of anti-doping. (Workshop) Exchanging information with people from various backgrounds was very educational.

• (Lecture) I work at a pharmacy, a so-called drugstore. The biggest issue I felt today is that in drugstores, not only pharmacists but also registered sellers sell medicine. While pharmacists are conscious of managing registered sellers, I wonder how far we can actually check. We use chart-style sheets to ensure caution, but can we be conscious of doping as well? I think problems may arise there. (Workshop) I feel the weight of the pharmacist's role once again. I would be happy if I could help fulfill the dreams of children in the future. (60s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• (Lecture) I intend to actively reach out to elementary, junior high, and high school students who play sports. (Workshop) I realized that a multifaceted perspective is required. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• (Lecture) Hearing about 2020, I learned that anti-doping activities are definitely moving forward, and I became interested once again. (Workshop) It was very helpful. I want to continue to improve my skills as a pharmacist. I felt that there are various problems close at hand. (60s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• (Lecture) I learned that anti-doping activities are still not widespread in Japan, and I felt the need for promotional activities. (Workshop) I felt once again how much medicine has been involved in the history of sports, and I felt that 8P activities are necessary. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• (Lecture) The talk by the professor who actually served as a tournament official was very interesting. It seems more difficult than I imagined, and I am full of both anxiety and anticipation for Tokyo 2020. (Workshop) It was a bit difficult to proceed with the analysis together with the participating athletes from their perspective as top athletes.

• I didn't realize intestinal bacteria were so important. I clearly understood the meaning of "illness starts in the gut." I think this is a field of research with much to look forward to. I would like to hear about future results again. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Thank you for the easy-to-understand explanation of the popular topic of intestinal immunity. I felt that as various things are clarified, there is a possibility of changing future medical care. It is a field I will keep an eye on. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I had some understanding through literature and materials that the intestinal tract is involved in immunity, but after taking this course, I was surprised at how much scientific clarification has been achieved. I will strive to deepen my knowledge further. I was reminded once again of the importance of early dietary habits. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I was able to clearly understand the relationship between mucosal immunology and retinoic acid, and how intestinal bacteria are significantly related to various diseases. Also, I was able to get current hot information, and the content was meaningful. (Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I am very grateful because this is a topic I have wanted to be covered. It's a hot topic on TV and elsewhere, and many people come to the store with some knowledge, so I wanted to know more in detail. I think it was good. It was easy to understand. (60s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I learned that intestinal bacteria have a greater impact on health than I expected. Thinking about how antibiotics affect intestinal bacteria, I felt that they should not be prescribed lightly, not only because of resistant bacteria. (Pharmaceutical Company Employee)

Dr. Makoto Ishii

• The name of the disease "pneumonia" is familiar, but my study of identifying types and characteristics of bacteria and pneumonia was insufficient, so there were parts I couldn't keep up with, but it was polite and easy to understand. I was interested in the professor's research, so I felt it would have been better if there was a little more time. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I always think about macrolide-resistant bacteria when dispensing medication. This time, it was good to learn about the mechanism of low-dose macrolide therapy and the mechanism of anti-inflammatory effects on coughs. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I felt it was a bit difficult, but I reflected that it was probably due to my own lack of study. Things I had wanted to ask but couldn't were discussed one after another, and it was a very good lecture that addressed exactly what I needed. (30s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• I think it was good to hear about the current status of pneumonia and the professor's research. Being able to hear the talk with actual image data also helped me understand. Regarding treatment, the questions I had until now were resolved, and I think it will be useful from now on. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was a very easy-to-understand talk. In particular, the basic research on low-dose macrolide therapy was interesting. I think it will be fun to encounter prescriptions from various respiratory medicine doctors from now on. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

Dr. Kazuaki Matsumoto

• Starting straight from the antibacterial spectrum, which tends to be put off, and being confronted with a situation that made me rethink the work of a pharmacist, it was fulfilling content that brought me back to my roots, realizing how often I slack off even in the midst of frantic work. Thank you very much. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I had never thought about classifying antibiotics from so many different perspectives as I did today. I understood the analysis of PK/PD parameters (Cmax/MIC) in great detail. I felt once again that these are important for understanding how to use antibiotics. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was very well organized, the talk was easy to understand, and I learned a lot. I would like Dr. Matsumoto to give another lecture. (30s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• I have usually been distressed by the misuse of antibiotics and antibacterial agents prescribed by internal medicine and pediatrics, and I became worried once again. Regarding vaccines, I thought it would be good to be able to help patients and their families with how to get them. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was easy to understand, and the information about the pneumonia vaccine seems useful for patients. My feeling that I also do not want to take oral antibiotics has grown even stronger. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I was able to learn more about the dangers of benzodiazepines. I dispense medications to patients who have been prescribed BZD for a long time (over 10 years) almost every day. It made me think about what I can do as a pharmacist and whether I can help with dosage reduction. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Dr. Watanabe's lectures are very educational every time, and I gain knowledge that is useful during medication support. Thank you for the valuable content every time. The "anxiety" I had previously held regarding benzodiazepine agonists has been clarified. I want to be careful to support patients so as not to increase their risks. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Many patients say they have heard that taking sleeping pills causes dementia. Today's lecture was very helpful. I want to use it in my future work. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I think it was very good to hear a lecture that organized the basics and specialized in BZD drugs. It was good to see the reality of doctors' responses, such as the fact that the relationship between BZDs and dementia is ultimately inconclusive, polypharmacy and dosage reduction, and dealing with withdrawal symptoms. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Since these are drugs used in large quantities in daily work, I attended the lecture with great interest. I want to use this to help with the early detection of side effects and dependency. It was also meaningful to hear about specific methods for dosage reduction and alternative drugs. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• The basic explanation was easy to understand as it included case studies. I have had doubts about Depas and other benzodiazepine drugs used vaguely at clinics, and I want to listen to patients' actual lives and be careful about how side effects appear. (Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Since my opportunities to handle home care have increased, it was a good opportunity to hear from other professions (especially care managers). I will act proactively so that I can participate in service provider meetings as a pharmacist. (20s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• The panel discussion format was fresh. I think it was good that questions were collected in advance. (30s, Working at a pharmaceutical company, etc.)

• I understood that home and community medical care after discharge is made possible by the work of nursing staff up until discharge. I think it is important for pharmacists to exchange information with care managers and nurses, not just focus on technical skills. (Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I think it was good to hear about team medical care not only from pharmacists but also from physicians, nurses, and care managers, as it allowed me to understand the current status and challenges from each perspective. By using a symposium format, it was good to be able to write down questions on paper in advance.

• I felt there were many explanations about the organization of home care. Since instructors from various professions were present, I would have liked more time for them to talk about field conditions, innovations, and failure stories. (40s, Part-time Pharmacist)

• It was a good opportunity to hear from medical professionals who are doing home care in the field. I thought I would re-check if there is something like the Himawari Network in my own area. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I was able to learn about the current status of home team medical care in an advanced region (Funabashi City), which was very helpful. There was a study group involving medical professionals and care workers with an approach from the government. Mr. Takahashi's various remarks, such as "it is important for pharmacists to listen," were helpful. (60s, Working at a clinical laboratory company)

• I was able to learn based on experience how to collaborate with other professions. Since I am not used to conferences with a few people face-to-face when only doing pharmacy pharmacist work, it was good to hear from various sides at once. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Discussions between speakers are very rare and were stimulating. By involving members of the general public (cancer patients), I was able to look at things from a perspective outside of medical care, which was very educational and interesting.

• "For cancer patients and their families, the image created by the media regarding cancer and palliative care is very significant." This is something I am constantly reminded of in my daily work. I believe a place to obtain unbiased and correct information is truly necessary.

• I often hesitate when it comes to questioning or medicating cancer patients, but I understood that if I convey my will to support them with knowledge, we can connect. I felt that the connection between hospitals, pharmacies, and patients is truly important.

• This was a workshop where I gained a great deal. It was a very important time for my patient care starting tomorrow and for my own way of living in the future. Thank you very much.

• There are times when I feel distressed by my lack of knowledge and experience, but seeing that there are many people working hard, I reaffirm my desire to continue efforts in patient support, however small my contribution may be. It is important to know each other. There are various people supporting each other and standing together to walk forward. I'm glad I could participate.

• I was surprised that the workshop was different from what I had initially imagined. While there was much to learn, I was surprised by how much I could empathize. It gave me a push, confirming that what I have done so far was not wrong.

• I hope you continue to hold study sessions like this one that allow us to raise our perspective while returning to the pharmacist's mission, such as "What can we do for the patient?", "How can we help patients live positively?", and "How can we, as pharmacists, contribute to and realize such a society?"

• Working in a dispensing pharmacy, it is difficult to see what actual problems occur at the site of cancer treatment, what kind of follow-up the hospital provides, and what they want community pharmacies to take on, so I would like to know more about that.

• Please continue this as a forum for core hospitals to present what they expect from community hospitals and pharmacies.

• The talk was witty and very easy to understand. Everything from the basics to the latest topics was interesting, and I never lost focus. (30s)

• I rarely have the chance to hear about ophthalmology, so it was very interesting. Talks provided by manufacturers tend to be biased in favor of their products, but as expected of a university, the content was academic and I could listen with confidence. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• Since ophthalmology prescriptions themselves are not very complex, I tend to gloss over the diseases, but today I was able to learn about them in detail. The actual surgery footage was particularly interesting. Regarding the latter half of the talk, many parts were useful not only for work but also for myself. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was an easy-to-understand lecture on the pathology, types, and treatment of eye diseases. I think it will be useful not only for drug treatment but also for providing advice on early detection in daily life. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I used to work in front of an ophthalmology clinic, so I thought I understood eye diseases, but I realized it was insufficient. Being able to organize and update my knowledge was very educational. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• With eye medications, I mostly just instruct on how to apply drops and didn't understand much about the pathology, so it was truly great to have the opportunity to hear such detailed information. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

Dr. Haruto Kikuchi

• In the interpretation of serum enzyme data, the fluctuation mechanisms of deviation, reflux, and production abnormalities were very easy to understand through frame-by-frame images. This was a subject I was very poor at, but by understanding the mechanism, I could understand the resulting pathology through logic—"it becomes like this because of..."—rather than just rote memorization. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I understood the difference between the reference range and clinical decision limits. I often receive questions from patients, and I think I will be able to explain it accurately in the future. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I learned how to read recent laboratory values, and it seemed like content that could be applied to medication guidance along with the contents of the prescription. I would like to know more detailed content, but it's a pity that there wasn't enough time. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I learned that there are two types of laboratory values: reference ranges and clinical decision limits, which was very educational. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I understood that it is important not to be swayed by individual laboratory values but to consider other related factors and look at what is reflected as a whole. (50s)

Dr. Hiroshi Soeda

• It was a polite and easy-to-understand lecture using case studies on selecting drugs by looking at the patient's condition using laboratory values. It served as a catalyst for deepening my understanding of considering medications while looking at laboratory values. (50s, Part-time Pharmacist)

• Since the content was very relatable to real-life situations, it was easy to imagine and very easy to understand. (40s, Part-time Pharmacist)

• Pharmacists must think daily about what to do, how to act, and what to convey, or their work will not connect. I felt the importance of worrying over things. Thank you very much. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was very educational to think about how to make future proposals to doctors and what treatment to pursue using case studies. (30s, Working for a pharmaceutical company, etc.)

• The case studies were very practical and good. I often struggle with cases involving the very elderly, including renal function, and I deeply feel my lack of knowledge about each individual drug. (40s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• I was able to deepen my understanding of functional foods, which had been vague until now. However, I also felt that dealing with the ever-increasing number of products and supplements is indeed difficult. I receive many questions about drug interactions, but I don't know what the effects will be, and since they are foods, patients often don't mention them as concomitant medications, which can be problematic. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• It was easy to understand, but I would have liked to delve deeper into the mechanisms as well. (50s)

• I was able to acquire knowledge from a wide range of perspectives beyond pharmaceuticals. (50s, Office Worker)

• I understood the relationship between lifespan, disease, and food well. I also understood the meaning of creating healthy elderly people. (50s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• I had some interest and thought I had some knowledge about food, but I had never thought about the properties of the food itself. In particular, I was surprised to discover that it is better to consider the decomposition rate of proteins that store fat when choosing the time of day to consume them. Since many patients are deeply interested in food when I handle them at the health consultation desk during medication guidance, I want to make meaningful use of today's lecture. It was very good. (50s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• The content was very useful for practical work. There are still few hospitals and clinics that include laboratory values on prescriptions, but I hope it becomes mandatory in the future. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I was able to learn how pharmacists engage in and relate to prescription auditing. I would like to apply this to my future work. (30s, Hospital Pharmacist)

• In my daily work, I sometimes worry about whether an inquiry is necessary or if making an inquiry would be disrespectful to the doctor. Today, hearing various specific examples and the words of Mr. Yokoyama, "Consultation is important, and there is no single correct answer," I understood and felt encouraged. I truly believe that consultation is important, with the patient-first mindset. (40s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• I have never received a prescription with laboratory values listed, but it was educational to learn how to utilize them and what to focus on when data is obtained. I was happy that they understood the frustration of pharmacy pharmacists, where information is limited and the next visit is not guaranteed. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)

• There were some difficult parts in how to read laboratory values, but it was very educational. There were many things to think about in a participatory manner, and it was a good experience. (30s, Pharmacy Pharmacist)