Challenges and Motivations of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Assistants for Continuing Professional Education

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John Bryn S. Mondragon, justinemarie.ocampo@umak.edu.ph, University of Makati
Darryl John S. Olavere, jmondragon.a1150282@umak.edu.ph, University of Makati
Irene Mae P. Ansay, dolavere.k1141408@umak.edu.ph, University of Makati
Justine Marie A. Ocampo, iansay.k1141842@umak.edu.ph, University of Makati

Journal: Universitas: Official Research Journal of the University of Makati
Volume 9 Issue 2 (Published: 2021-11-01)

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Keywords: willingness, innovative programs, barriers, pharmacists, pharmacy assistants, community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, motivations

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