Bioethics on Air Ep. 123: Introducing the Catholic Pharmacy Association
Oct 14, 2024
Angela Baalmann and Nicole Allcock, founding members of the Catholic Pharmacy Association, share insights on aligning pharmacy practices with Catholic values. They discuss the association's mission to support pharmacists in ethical dilemmas, emphasizing the need for community and mentorship. The duo reflects on their career journeys in pharmacy ethics and education, advocating for collaboration between practicing professionals and academic leaders. Their hopeful vision focuses on fostering a supportive future and the transformative power of faith in healthcare.
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Early Ethics Interest and Search for Resources
- Nicole Allcock discusses her early interest in ethics over a decade ago and searching for Catholic pharmacist resources.
- Existing organizations were small or inactive, leading to her dream of starting a Catholic pharmacy group.
Unique Ethical Challenges for Pharmacists
- Pharmacists face unique ethical challenges compared to physicians or nurses, and existing organizations don't fully address these needs.
- A dedicated Catholic pharmacy organization offers support, community, and mentorship for pharmacists facing ethical dilemmas.
Conflicting Views on Physician-Assisted Suicide
- Nicole Allcock recalls a discussion with a fellow pharmacist who supported physician-assisted suicide, despite having attended Mass together.
- This experience highlighted the need for education and support for pharmacists on ethical issues within their faith.