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(Message started by: ClusterChuck on Apr 29^th, 2005, 12:16am)

Title: WUSOP Remarks
Post by ClusterChuck on Apr 29^th, 2005, 12:16am

I submitted my name to work with the students at Wingate University School of Pharmacy, when asked on this or the OUCH board. It was fun and rather informative to work with a pharmacy student. My student said that the term is almost over, and she will not be sending her weekly questions to me, anymore. What a shame! It was fun.

I asked her how the class evaluated the experience, and if most of the patients, that they were working with, continued through the whole semester. Thellowing is her answer and thought I would pass it on, so that those that were involved can read it. And hopefully if we are asked again, people would be willing to get involved.

QUOTE:
Hi, Chuck! I’m glad that you enjoyed our communication this semester.
Like I said, we can continue to stay in touch if you would like.

You’re responses greatly affected my grade because you gave me well
informed and real life experiences to share with my fellow classmates.
You allowed me to share information almost every class. I learned a
great deal from you this semester. I am relieved that after those
initial years you were able to become knowledgeable about your condition
and found a healthcare provider that respects your opinions.

Overall, the class enjoyed this interaction with their patient. We all
became more informed on how patients’ deal with their conditions and
what they need from their healthcare providers. There were several of
us who had a patient suffering from cluster headaches. Most of our
patients said very similar things regarding the treatment and the
explanation of how the pain feels. Actually, one cluster headache
patient claimed that they are completely headache free!

Overall, all of the patients responded for the full semester and
provided thorough responses. I am sure that this class be taught to the
next incoming class. It offers us an opportunity to learn how to
communicate with our patients.

Thank you and I wish you the best in overcoming the cluster headaches!

UNQUOTE

Chuck

Title: Re: WUSOP Remarks
Post by BobG on Apr 29^th, 2005, 1:44pm

Way to go Chuck! Ya done good!

Title: Re: WUSOP Remarks
Post by Gator on Apr 30^th, 2005, 2:14am

I got a real kick out of participating and will definitely do it again. My student had much the same comments. During the course of our exchanges, I invited him to look at the website and he seemed very impressed at the amount of information and support we provide here. He seemed amazed that we try to take care of our supporters as well. I let him know that on this site, we are not just a bunch of people whining about headaches - we are a family and while we might fight amongst ourselves once in a while, we take care of our own.

Anyways, this was a rewarding experience for me. One that I will repeat.