Favorite Parts of Working in Healthcare as a Clinical Research Pharmacist
David, a Clinical Research Pharmacist, finds the most rewarding aspect of the industry is witnessing "miracles" and "drastic improvements" in patients participating in clinical trials, where "hopeless" cases experience cures, making their efforts feel worthwhile. This, coupled with the "mysterious nature of cancer," keeps the work engaging and fulfilling.
Clinical Trials, Cancer Research, Pharmaceutical Industry, Patient Care, Medical Miracles
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David Park
Clinical Research Pharmacist
UCLA Health
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Medical, Sciences & Related
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Video Highlights
1. Witnessing patients experience miraculous recoveries from seemingly hopeless situations due to clinical trial success.
2. Contributing to the positive impact of clinical trials through dedicated effort and seeing tangible improvements in patients' lives.
3. The intriguing and mysterious nature of cancer and the daily engagement in uncovering its complexities and finding solutions through clinical research.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your industry?
What I enjoy most about being in this industry is that while I previously discussed what I didn't enjoy, like when patients' families are very sad and many of them die, those are hard to overcome.
But the other good side is when miracles happen. I've been involved in multiple clinical trials where these drugs have had a sensational effect on patients. The ones that seemed hopeless actually got cured, and it really surprises me.
I feel like my efforts paid off. The mysterious nature of cancer intrigues me every day, and I'm seeing drastic improvements. Everyone winning is always happy, so I think that's one of the parts I enjoy the most.
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