Pharmacy in Malaysia History and Development

Author: Paraidathathu Thomas

Publisher: UM Press

ISBN: 9789674881269

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Year: 2019

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Price: RM60

Pharmacy in Malaysia: History and Development is a comprehensive documentation of the development of pharmacy and pharmaceutical services in Malaysia. The narrative of historic events and interviews with other pharmacists, as well as the author’s first-person accounts, is presented in a readable style, making this book an interesting read. It covers the development of various sectors of pharmacy including public services, legislation, hospital, industry, community and education, as well as the role of pharmacists, and is an excellent reference for anyone interested in the pharmaceutical sector. Every aspect related to medicines is mentioned in some way, providing a starting point for further research and discovery. Pharmacy in Malaysia: History and Development will serve as an invaluable source of information for pharmacy students and pharmacists, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs venturing into the pharmaceutical sector, and anyone who wishes to have a better understanding of the triumphs and challengs of the Malaysian healthcare services.

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Paraidathathu (P.T.) Thomas has served as a pharmacist in a hospital, in the national pharmaceutical regulatory agency, and in both public and private education sectors. He is Executive Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Taylor’s University, and Emeritus Professor at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (National University of Malaysia).