Are Pharmacy Programs Obligated to Train Students to Use AI for Clinical Practice?

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education 2026 Open access

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Authors: Angela K Nagel, Edgar S. Díaz‐Cruz, Krystal L. Edwards, Hala M. Fadda, Michael J. Gonyeau, Giuseppe Gumina, Jarred B. Prudencio, Laurel A. Sampognaro, Dana A. Strachan, Jenny A. Van Amburgh, Emily McCoy
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajpe.2026.101951
Cited by: 1
References: 28

Abstract

The question of whether schools and colleges of pharmacy have an obligation to train their students in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for clinical practice has gained increasing attention in recent years, particularly as AI platforms and access continue to evolve. To evaluate this responsibility, it is important to consider both the potential benefits of AI in advancing clinical practice and the risks associated with its integration into pharmacy education. This article represents the collaborative efforts of 2 Academic Leadership Fellows Program groups who explored each viewpoint during a structured debate at the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Interim Meeting in Phoenix, AZ, in February 2024.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare Electronic Health Records Systems

Publication details

Journal / source
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
90
Issue
3
Pages
101951–101951
Publication date
20 February 2026
Language
EN