26 QU Pharmacy Students Take the Oath of a Pharmacist

Doha, October 19 (QNA) - Twenty Six new pharmacy students took the Oath of a Pharmacist and donned the symbolic pharmacist's White Coat in the 8th annual ceremony of Qatar Universitys College of Pharmacy (QU-CPH) . The students also signed the Pledge of Professionalism in which they promised to uphold integrity and ethical behavior and to honor the profession. Special guest QU Associate VP for Faculty Affairs Dr Khalid Al-Ali was joined by students' family members, friends, CPH faculty, alumni and staff to celebrate the students' achievement. The cloakers were representatives from Hamad Medical Corporation, Sidra Medical & Research Center, Primary Health Care Corporation, Ebn Sina Medical, Well Care Group, International Medical Company, and the College of Pharmacy. In her welcoming remarks, CPH Assistant Dean for Students Affairs Alla El-Awaisi said: "Being a student at the College of Pharmacy is not an easy endeavor. Our students go through rigorous theoretical and practical study in preparation for a professional life in the pharmacy, medical and healthcare sectors. We prepare them to provide the Qatari society with optimal health care in line with the values expressed in the national health strategy and development goals. This symbolic event is just the beginning of a long journey that will open them to a wide range of opportunities that will develop their potential and ready them to contribute to advancing the health and welfare of the Qatari community". CPH Dean Dr Ayman El-Kadi told the incoming students: "There has never been a better time to study pharmacy with the increased importance the profession is gaining in Qatar. The College is continuing its mission to fulfill the growing demands of the healthcare sector by establishing a range of undergraduate, Masters and Doctoral programs, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. I encourage you to become lifelong learners in your role as providers of optimum patient care to your community." First-year pharmacy student Fatima Bu-Hazaa told the audience of her pride as a Qatari to join the College, adding: "Wearing the white coat, I am now a member of the healthcare family and committed to contributing to the society and I am grateful to my family for their continuous encouragement and support". She urged her classmates to remain true to the Hippocratic Oath and to always strive to make a difference. (QNA)