Comparative analysis of the understanding the "ten-star pharmacist" concept by pharmaceutical specialists and pharmacy students of medical universities of Ukraine and Poland

Abstract

Introduction The aim of our study was to conduct a comparative analysis of the opinions of pharmaceutical professionals and senior students of pharmaceutical faculties of Ukraine and Poland on awareness of the "ten-star pharmacist" concept. Methods An anonymous survey was conducted among Ukrainian and Polish pharmaceutical workers (n = 614 and n = 209) and students (n = 516 and n = 475). The analyzed period in Ukraine was February-April 2020, in Poland - June-September 2020. Results This study revealed differences of opinion between the respondents and a lack of proper knowledge about the above concept. On the one hand, they have a high level of awareness of some professional roles, but on the other part, the rest of them cause hesitation and lack of affirmative opinion. Conclusions Inadequate awareness of professional roles indicates the need to create effective mechanisms for implementing the "ten-star pharmacist" concept in the practical and educational systems of both countries.