Clinical Fellowship , Hospital & Industry Rotation Policy
Hospital Fellowship (Every Mon & Wed Evening Phase-I & Phase- II)
Clinical Fellowship , Hospital & Industry Rotation Policy
(6-Month Pattern: Dec 2026 – May 2027)
1. Introduction
The Industrial and Hospital Fellowship Program is an essential component of the Pharm-D curriculum designed to integrate clinical and industrial exposure with academic learning.
This 6-month pattern provides structured experience in patient care, pharmaceutical services, and industrial processes, enhancing students’ clinical judgment and professional readiness.
2. Duration and Schedule
Total Duration: 6 Months (December 2026 – May 2027)
Frequency: Every Monday and Wednesday
Timings: 05:00 PM – 09:00 PM
Locations: at Attached Facility
· At attached Facility (for clinical rotations)
· Partner Pharmaceutical Industry Sites (for industrial rotations)
3. Rotational Structure
Phase I – Orientation & Induction
Week
1–4
Hospital orientation, safety protocols, and clinical ethics
Ward visits, introduction to hospital departments, learning documentation procedures
Phase II – Patient Care & Case Studies
Week
5–10
Case collection and analysis
Prescription review, patient interviews, preparation of patient profiles
Phase III – Clinical Pharmacy Practice
Week
11–16
Drug interaction and therapy optimization
Identifying and documenting drug interactions, patient counseling sessions
Phase IV – Advanced Clinical Rotations
Week
17–20
Specialized ward rotations
Critical care, cardiology, and infectious disease case discussions
Phase V – Industry Rotations
Week
21–24
Pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, and R&D
GMP orientation, production supervision, formulation documentation
Phase VI – Project & Assessment
Week
25–26
Final case report and evaluation
Logbook review, presentation, and viva voce
4. Objectives
· To provide hands-on exposure to hospital and industry environments.
· To develop skills in clinical decision-making, patient counseling, and pharmaceutical analysis.
· To enhance understanding of drug formulation, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance.
· To bridge academic concepts with real-world healthcare and industrial practices.
5. Attendance & Eligibility
· Minimum 75–80% attendance is mandatory for eligibility.
· Attendance will be recorded through daily logbooks countersigned by supervisors.
· Absence beyond 3 sessions without justification may lead to revocation of fellowship eligibility.
6. Assessment Criteria
Logbook Maintenance
30%
Weekly review by supervisor
Case Presentations
20%
Group / individual presentations
Clinical Performance
25%
Continuous evaluation during rotations
Final Viva & Report
25%
Conducted by evaluation committee
7. Conduct & Discipline
· College uniform and ID card are compulsory during all fellowship sessions.
· Respectful conduct with healthcare professionals and patients is mandatory.
· Mobile phones are prohibited in laboratories, wards, and production areas.
· Participation in all fellowship and innovation activities is part of internal assessment.
8. Certification
A Certificate of Clinical and Industrial Fellowship will be awarded upon successful completion of the program, subject to attendance, performance, and conduct evaluation.