Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Pharmacy, Prof. Dr. Sarmed H. Kathem Alkhateeb, the Clinical Pharmacy Department, under the direct supervision of its Head, Asst. Prof. Dr. Samer Emad Mohammed, with the active participation of a number of faculty members, conducted the first Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) for third-year PharmD. students as part of the requirements of the Community Pharmacy course, on Wednesday, 22/4/2026.
This examination is considered one of the modern educational assessment methods aiming to evaluate students’ practical and applied skills through the simulation of real-life clinical scenarios, thereby enhancing their readiness for professional practice.
The exam consisted of six structured clinical stations, carefully designed to cover a range of common conditions encountered in pharmacy practice, including cough, diarrhea, constipation, and pediatric-related cases. Students were assessed on their ability to take medical histories, provide appropriate pharmaceutical care and counseling, and make sound therapeutic decisions within a limited time at each station.
Each station was supervised by a faculty member from the Clinical Pharmacy Department, who acted as the evaluator, while a fourth-year PharmD student performed the role of a patient after receiving prior training to ensure realistic and consistent case representation, thus maintaining objectivity in the assessment process.
This clinical assessment contributes to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) by preparing qualified healthcare professionals and Goal 4 (Quality Education) through the adoption of modern teaching and assessment methods, thereby enhancing educational outcomes and improving the quality of healthcare services.
This examination is part of the college’s broader plan to advance the educational process and strengthen students’ clinical and practical competencies by adopting modern assessment methods aligned with international academic standards, ultimately aiming to graduate highly competent pharmacists capable of delivering effective healthcare services to the community.
