Melissa Loo, PharmDInternational APPE Location: Hiroshima University Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan My decision to pursue an International APPE was driven by my desire to immerse myself in another culture and explore pharmacy in another country. I strongly believe that international experiences foster more innovation, help people develop a more open mindset, and build stronger life-long friendships… Read More
University of Toronto Leslie Dan Faculty of PharmacyToronto, Canada I chose to pursue an International APPE to gain a broader perspective on global healthcare systems and pharmacy practice beyond the United States. This opportunity allowed me to experience different practice types/environments and learn more about international pharmacy initiatives. Of course, exploring another country was a… Read More
Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand I chose to pursue an International APPE because I wanted to immerse myself in diverse cultures and gain firsthand insight into how pharmacy is practiced outside of the United States. As a first-generation Thai-American, applying for the Thailand International APPE was particularly meaningful to me. This opportunity enabled me to… Read More
Be sure to check out the Abe M. Plough Foundation collection on the 2nd floor of the College of Pharmacy Building! This collection features every product distributed and created by Plough Incorporated, which was founded by Memphis-based entrepreneur Abe M. Plough in 1908. It is the only known complete collection of pharmaceutical items produced by… Read More
I have always wanted to travel abroad, so even during my undergraduate studies, I felt that studying abroad briefly would be the best way to visit other countries. However, being in the 3+1 program, time flew by, and I did not get to experience that in undergrad, so I was very excited when I found… Read More