Abstract
This report reviews the urgent need to introduce Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) into pharmacy education curricula in Syria. This measure aims to enhance clinical skills and community pharmacy competencies, thereby supporting the country's healthcare system in the post-war phase. Extensive damage to infrastructure and staff shortages in the Syrian health sector since 2011 have made community pharmacists pivotal as frontline healthcare providers.
However, the current university assessment model in Syria, which focuses heavily on evaluating theoretical knowledge and lacks practical skills assessment, is insufficient for preparing pharmacists qualified to practice effectively in their expanded roles. Based on international best practices, this report proposes a seven-step framework for implementing OSCEs in Syria, with examples of assessment stations specifically designed for prevalent health challenges.
However, the current university assessment model in Syria, which focuses heavily on evaluating theoretical knowledge and lacks practical skills assessment, is insufficient for preparing pharmacists qualified to practice effectively in their expanded roles. Based on international best practices, this report proposes a seven-step framework for implementing OSCEs in Syria, with examples of assessment stations specifically designed for prevalent health challenges.
| Translated title of the contribution | Modifying Pharmacy Exams to Enhance Clinical and Community Pharmacy Skills Post-Conflict |
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| Original language | Arabic (Saudi Arabia) |
| Specialist publication | Syrian Science Council |
| Publication status | Published - 24 Nov 2025 |
Keywords
- OSCEs
- Syria
- Pharmacy
- Assessment
- Clinical Skills
- Community Pharmacy
