Cathy L. Walker

The latest in ASHP’s Letters series, Letters from Pharmacy Preceptors: Pearls for Success is comprised of 22 letters from award-winning pharmacy preceptors from a wide variety of practice settings and organizations. Led by Co-Editors Joshua Raub, Sara J. White, and Cathy Walker, this inspiring compilation draws on the vast experience, knowledge, and expertise from past recipients of the ASHP Foundation’s Pharmacy Residency Excellence Award who have been recognized in their program achievements and leadership in the training of pharmacy residents. This book is intended to help guide both new and tenured preceptors to further develop their skills as pharmacy educators. This compilation of shared best practices and precepting pearls is derived from the collective experience of precepting over 2,148 residents. Topics include: Socratic teaching Creating a teaching philosophy Interdisciplinary involvement of learners Importance of accreditation Avoiding burnout Precepting Millennials Preceptor development plans Simulator training Mentorship Coaching Involving residents in academic courses Letters from Pharmacy Preceptors joins the ASHP series of personal letters books created to inspire pharmacists through all stages of their professional journey.