Medication Safety: A Hidden Pharmacy Career

Medication safety isn’t just a concept—it’s a critical, high-impact specialty that saves lives. But what does it really involve? And how can it lead to a fulfilling career in pharmacy? In this episode of Pharmacy Pathways, Dr. Eileen Langstraat uncovers the behind-the-scenes world of Medication Safety—a specialty where pharmacists play a key role in preventing errors, shaping safer systems, and protecting patients. Join us as we explore Dr. Langstraat's experiences, from her early days as a pharmacy technician to her specialized journey through PGY1 and PGY2 residencies in medication safety.

🔑 Key topics in this episode of Pharmacy Pathways:

• What medication safety truly entails and why it’s a vital pharmacy specialty
• The residency experience: What to expect from a residency in Med-Safety
• Why just culture and system-based solutions are essential for patient safety
• How collaboration w/ interdisciplinary teams reduces med errors & close calls
• Dr. Langstraat's journey from pharmacy tech to med safety expert
• Practical advice for pharmacists at all career stages, from students to seasoned professionals, considering a shift to medication safety