Pharmacy Quality Improvement

The Pharmacy Quality Improvement (PQI) Project supports IHC’s in-house pharmacy operations at community clinics in Tijuana, Mexicali, and San Juanico, Mexico. Our mission is to improve medication accessibility, patient safety, and the quality of pharmaceutical care for underserved communities.

Members contribute to clinical pharmacy services, medication inventory management, and research initiatives focused on pharmaceutical sourcing and resource allocation. Through in-person and virtual volunteering, the project also supports prescription fulfillment, electronic medical documentation, and patient education while collaborating with healthcare professionals to improve clinical outcomes.

What You Will Learn

  • Clinical pharmacy procedures and medication safety
  • Prescription interpretation and pharmaceutical knowledge
  • Medication inventory and formulary management
  • Electronic health records and clinical documentation
  • Pharmacy research and healthcare quality improvement

Project Member Roles

  • Assist with medication fulfillment, labeling, and inventory tracking during clinics
  • Prepare patient After-Visit Summaries (AVS) through virtual pharmacy volunteering
  • Research medication sources, availability, and pharmaceutical resources
  • Analyze medication usage and purchasing data
  • Participate in medication packing parties and pharmacy organization
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and other IHC projects
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