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Darice E. Richard-Mitchell, Pharm.D<\/p>\nA new partnership between Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical
\n Sciences, Institute of Public Health (CoPPS, IPH) and the Patient Access Network (PAN)
\n Foundation is opening the door for Master of Public Health (MPH) learners to step
\n beyond the classroom and into meaningful public health work that impacts patients
\n across the country.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis partnership with the PAN Foundation creates meaningful experiential learning
\n opportunities for our learners to better understand the real-world challenges patients
\n face when navigating healthcare access and medication affordability,\u201d said Darice E. Richard-Mitchell, Pharm.D, director of experiential education programs at FAMU\u2019s CoPPS, IPH. \u201cExperiences like
\n this allow students to connect public health principles with practical solutions that
\n help improve access to care and support patients in meaningful ways.\u201d<\/p>\n
Darice E. Richard-Mitchell, Pharm.D<\/p>\n
The PAN Foundation is a national nonprofit organization committed to helping people Now, through this new collaboration, FAMU CoPPS, IPH MPH learners will have the opportunity Students will participate in experiential practicum projects focused on patient education, Beyond gaining practical experience, students will also gain insight into how national For MPH learners, the experience represents more than just a practicum requirement. It is an opportunity Through partnerships like this, FAMU continues to prepare students not only to understand Media Contact<\/p>\n Rachel James-Terry
\n access the treatment they need. Through financial assistance programs, advocacy efforts,
\n and patient education initiatives, the organization works to remove barriers that
\n prevent individuals from receiving essential care. Since 2004, the Foundation has
\n helped more than 1.3 million patients afford life-changing treatments and navigate the complexities of the healthcare system.\u00a0
\n About us – PAN Foundation<\/a><\/p>\n
\n to contribute directly to those efforts.<\/p>\n
\n health literacy, and the development of culturally responsive resources designed to
\n help communities better understand and navigate healthcare. The partnership allows
\n learners to transform the knowledge they gain in the classroom into real-world solutions
\n that support patients and promote health equity.<\/p>\n
\n nonprofit organizations advocate for patients, influence healthcare policy, and work
\n to ensure that cost is not a barrier to care.<\/p>\n
\n to develop leadership skills, contribute to national health initiatives, and participate
\n in work that helps individuals and families receive the care they need.<\/p>\n
\n public health challenges but to actively lead solutions that improve lives and strengthen
\n communities.<\/p>\n
Senior Director of Strategic Communications
rachel.jamesterry@famu.edu<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n