Development and implementation of an interprofessional pharmacotherapy learning experience during an advanced pharmacy practice rotation in primary care

Data assessing the program was collected using the Interprofessional Education Perception Scale (IEPS) from April 2014 to April 2016. A total of 56 IEPS pre- and post-surveys were collected for analysis. A significant difference in the IEPS scale was found in the subgroups of (1) professional competence and autonomy and (2) perceived need for professional competence (p < .05). Qualitative results of the completed surveys show a trend of respectful and positive communication between students, lack of previous IPE experience prior to the intervention, and a collaborative environment where students had the opportunity to learn about each other's professions. Structured interactions between health professions student interactions during clinical rotations can be beneficial for students to learn about each other and may lead to better collaboration. The authors will use the current program as a foundation for other interprofessional activities between students.