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Clinical pharmacology becomes a specialty in South Africa

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: South Africa recently became the first African country where clinical pharmacology has been approved as a specialty. This article outlines the need for clinical pharmacologists, their role in advancing public health, the potential benefits to the country, and recommendations for ensuring a healthy future for the discipline.

Source: South African Medical Journal

DOI: 10.7196/samj.6639

Authors: A Walubo, K I Barnes, E Kwizera, O Greeff, B Rosenkranz, G Maartens