About Book
This book, “Social Pharmacy and Public Health”, has been carefully designed in accordance with the latest PCI syllabus and the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It emphasizes competency-based education, bridging theory with practical applications, and preparing students to address real-world health challenges through a multidisciplinary and community-oriented approach.
The text integrates fundamental concepts of pharmacy with public health, sociology, epidemiology, and health policy, enabling students to understand the broader determinants of health. It encourages critical thinking, communication skills, ethical reasoning, and social accountability, aligning with NEP 2020’s focus on holistic development. Through structured content, case studies, and experiential learning modules, the book highlights the role of pharmacists in health promotion, disease prevention, rational use of medicines, national health programs, and patient-centered care. It also emphasizes digital health literacy, health economics, and environmental sustainability, making students capable of contributing meaningfully to community well-being and national health priorities.
About Author
Dr. Shivesh Singh, Pharm.D., MBA, serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Vydehi Institute of Pharmacy, Bangalore. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, an MBA in Hospital Management, and an Advanced Diploma in Clinical Research. His research focuses on antibiotic utilization, hospital-acquired infections, and the rational use of medicines. Dr. Singh is the holder of two patents and has published multiple research and review articles in reputed journals. A life member of the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI), he is committed to advancing academic excellence and fostering professional growth in the field of pharmacy practice.
Dr. Aishwarya S. is a Pharm.D graduate from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, and serves as an Assistant Professor at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy. She has guided numerous student research and academic projects, authored multiple articles in reputed national and international journals, and has two patents filed with recognized intellectual property authorities. With a commitment to academic excellence and innovative pedagogy, she strives to inspire and mentor aspiring pharmacy professionals.
Dr. Anjaly Sivakumar is an Assistant Professor at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy, Bengaluru, with two years of experience in teaching and research. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from The Oxford College of Pharmacy, Bengaluru, where she achieved fifth rank in the university examination for Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology. She holds three patents and has published several research articles in the reputed national and international journals. She has also guided multiple final-year Pharm D students in their research projects, fostering critical thinking and innovation. Her research interests span medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, drug development, and clinical pharmacy. Driven by a passion for teaching, Dr. Anjaly Sivakumar integrates evidence-based learning and innovative research methodologies to inspire and train the next generation of pharmacy professionals.
Dr. Swathi Ramesh T C, Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice, Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy, Bengaluru, is an academician with over five years of experience in teaching and research. She is a Pharm.D. graduate from Government Medical College, Pariyaram, Kerala, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru. Dr. Swathi has authored 15 research publications, two book chapters, and is the recipient of a grant from the ISPE’s 15th Asian Conference on Pharmacoepidemiology and two RGUHS Research Grants. She has participated in and received prizes for research presentations at national and international conferences. She was a presenter at the 29th European Meeting on Hypertension and Cardiovascular Protection, organized by the ESH and Italian Ministry of Health, held in Milan, Italy. She mentors Pharm.D. and B.Pharm. students in academic research and has guided several student projects. Passionate and committed to academic excellence and quality-driven research, she continues to make meaningful contributions to the field of pharmacy practice.
Dr. Roswin Babu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy, with over three years of academic and research experience. She previously served as an Assistant Clinical Coordinator at Phoenix Compliance, Mysuru. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Paramedical Sciences, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (affiliated to Dr. M.G.R. University), and her Bachelor of Pharmacy from St. James College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chalakudy, Kerala. Her research interests include pharmacotherapy, medication use and safety, health services research, and pharmacovigilance. She is the author of two peer-reviewed research articles published in international journals and holds one patent registered with Intellectual Property India. Dr. Roswin has mentored Pharm D students, offering both academic and practical hospital-based guidance. She has supervised and directed the research work of four batches of Pharm D and B Pharm students, leading to the successful publication of their research in reputed journals. Her mentorship approach combines academic rigor with real-world clinical exposure, fostering a comprehensive understanding of pharmacy practice among her students.
