Vietnam is the first country to implement this specialized training program by Boehringer Ingelheim. As the leading strategic partner of Boehringer Ingelheim, FPT Long Chau will be the pioneering retail pharmacy chain to access international high-level medical experts organized on March 8.
At the event, Long Chau pharmacist had the opportunity to meet and exchange directly with international experts in Endocrinology, Prof. Alice Cheng, Endocrinology Department, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga and St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, as well as the Assistant Professor at University of Toronto’s School of Medicine, to improve the medical management of Comprehensive Type 2 Diabetes. In addition, the leading health experts in Vietnam attending the workshop also shared about common chronic diseases in Vietnam such as Hypertension – Diabetes and Kidney Disease, focusing on the complex pathophysiology of these three important factors in an early approach and treatment, as well as access to solutions in the management and treatment of renal dysfunction for patients with Hypertension along with Diabetes
Previously, many domestic and foreign pharmaceutical companies participated in collaborative training programs organized by FPT Long Chau, on chronic disease groups of community interest such as Diabetes, Cardiovascular, Hypertension,… not only bringing new in-depth knowledge in treatment and disease control but also focusing on expertise for pharmacists in supporting patient adherence to treatment. Industry-leading experts have shared academic knowledge and experience, providing opportunities for Long Chau pharmacists to enhance their knowledge with developed countries in the world.
The collaboration programs of FPT Long Chau continue to demonstrate the motivation of international cooperation that will contribute to improving the quality of Vietnam’s healthcare system. When collaborating with Boehringer Ingelheim, a leading global biopharmaceutical company, with a research-oriented approach to creating value through innovation in unmet medical needs to improve the quality of patients’ lives, FPT Long Chau demonstrates a strong focus strategy on developing human resources, especially pharmacists. The training programs not only provide learning opportunities but also a deep global journey in training to demonstrate a positive contribution to providing international quality and effective healthcare services to the community.
More than 150 FPT Long Chau pharmacists participated in the workshop.
Ms. Huynh Thi Cao Thi – Director of FPT Long Chau Training Center shared: “In addition to training courses at Long Chau, we always desire to expand cooperation with domestic and foreign pharmaceutical companies to realize the goal of enhancing the pharmacist’s profession. Previously, Long Chau and Boehringer Ingelheim Vietnam jointly organized training programs for pharmacists at Long Chau; however, this combination is an extremely special one, marking a turning point in the advanced training of the pharmacist generation when you have the opportunity to directly learn and exchange with the leading experts in Vietnam and the world right at Long Chau. This is also an opportunity for FPT Long Chau pharmacists to gain practical experience and enhance the “real-life” skills in treating diabetes patients, thereby helping pharmacists equip themselves with good advisory knowledge for patients when coming to the pharmacy. In addition, pharmacists have the opportunity to participate in discussions, ask questions, and receive answers from experts, thereby enhancing their capacity for counseling and applying it to their daily work.”
Representative of Boehringer Ingelheim, Ms. Suet May – ASKAN Area Product Manager (ASEAN, Korea, Australia and New Zealand) shared at the event: “Patient care is central to healthcare professionals, so the role of doctors and pharmacists is increasingly important in patient management. Pharmacists not only provide medicines but also care for patients by guiding them on a journey to overcome illness, achieve good health, and ensure a quality life. The training program for pharmacists called “Because We Care” is expected to encourage, educate, and equip Long Chau pharmacists with knowledge, helping them to enhance their knowledge about chronic diseases such as hypertension and type 2 diabetes through direct training sessions, online workshops, as well as equipment and supporting documents to assist them in patient education. For Boehringer Ingelheim and FPT Long Chau, we are committed to achieving this from today and beyond… because we care.”
