Pharmacy faculty recognized with 2023-24 interprofessional teaching awards
Three College of Pharmacy faculty members were recognized with awards for their efforts teaching and facilitating BuckIPE curricula. BuckIPE is Ohio State’s interprofessional practice and education program designed to prepare students to thrive as health care professionals who can successfully collaborate with others to improve outcomes, increase satisfaction, streamline processes and advance health equity. The program is a partnership between The Ohio State University and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Program facilitators interact with students from over 20 programs across seven colleges in the university. During the BuckIPE core modules, facilitators guide interprofessional teams of eight students through experiences where they learn about teaming, collaborative practice, roles and responsibilities and more. Facilitators are responsible for setting the tone and creating an environment where students feel safe to ask questions and explore how working on an interprofessional team can maximize outcomes for patients and communities. They are a significant part of BuckIPE, as they are responsible for modeling a culture of interprofessionalism.
Our entire team at the Office of Interprofessional Practice and Education extends our heartfelt congratulations to the three award winners. May their accomplishments prove the power of collaboration and education and the positive impact teachers can have on health care’s future.
Kelli Barnes, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, P3 IPPE administrator, received the BuckIPE Facilitator Award for Teams Advancing Health Equity. Dr. Barnes’ nominations stated, “Dr. Barnes offered us support and helpful feedback. I especially valued her insight as a pharmacist.” Another nomination said, “Dr. Barnes provided our team with great feedback and help when we got stuck. She found ways to encourage us to keep working as a team!”
Jim McAuley, RPh, PhD, FAPhA, associate dean for student success, received the BuckIPE Facilitator Award for BuckIPE Community Cares. Dr. McAuley’s nominations said, “Dr. McAuley respected our time as students while emphasizing key points and what we could gain from the experience.” Another stated, “Dr. McAuley was great at facilitating discussion and giving us helpful feedback, he kept class on track and made sure everyone engaged each other.”
Myriam Shaw Ojeda, PharmD, assistant professor of practice, received the highest honor awarded by students, the BuckIPE Facilitator of the Year Award. Dr. Shaw Ojeda’s nominations stated, “Dr. Shaw Ojeda was so wonderful at explaining and offering positive feedback. She was very inclusive of everyone and offering positive feedback.” Another nomination said, “Dr. Shaw Ojeda was constructive and supportive throughout both IPE sessions this semester. She was quick to direct us back to our objectives but was also able to have conversations and connect with students of all professions.”
