About Book
This book on Social and Preventive Pharmacy is designed for Pharmacy scholars, aiming to introduce students to key health issues, national health programmes, and the vital role of pharmacists in public health. It provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of communicable and non-communicable diseases, epidemiology, environmental health, nutrition, and health education. With a focus on developing critical thinking and awareness about current healthcare challenges, the book encourages future pharmacists to actively participate in community welfare. It also highlights national initiatives and the pharmacist’s role in their effective implementation. The content is aligned with academic objectives and is enriched with updated information to support learning and practical application.
About Author
Dr. Vijay Sharma is a distinguished scholar and researcher in the field of Pharmacy. He earned his Ph.D. from IFTM University in Moradabad. He is currently working as Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, IFTM University, Moradabad. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Sharma has published more than 50 research and review articles in renowned national and international journals as well as several books, chapters, and patent published. His contributions to the field have earned him several prestigious awards and accolades from various societies and organizations. Dr. Sharma has also guided numerous M. Pharm. and Ph.D. students in their dissertations. Alongside his academic career, he actively participates as a reviewer for various national and international journals. His dedication to both teaching and research has garnered him immense respect within the academic community
Dr. Gyanendra Kumar Sharma is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Pharmacy. He earned his B. Pharm. degree from M. J. P. Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, followed by M. Pharm. from J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, Ooty and PhD from Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Sharma has authored more than 40 research and review articles published in prestigious national and international journals. He has actively participated in several renowned conferences, seminars and workshops and has supervised M. Pharm. and Ph.D. dissertations. Currently, Prof. Sharma serves as the Assistant Dean at the Sharda School of Pharmacy, Sharda University Agra, Agra (UP). He is also the President of the local branch of the Indian Pharmacy Graduate Association (IPGA) in Mathura and holds a position as a member of the Board of Studies at various universities. His dedication to both education and research has made him a respected figure in the academic community.
Dr. Alankar Shrivastav obtained his B. Pharm from Siddhartha Institute of Pharmacy, Uttarakhand Technical University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand and his M. Pharm in Pharmacology from School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. He has completed PhD in Pharmacy at IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. He has more than 7 years of teaching experience, supervising 3 M. Pharm and 3 PhD students. At the moment, he’s employed in academia. Dr. Shrivastav authored 8 Books and published 7 Indian Patents and a Design Patent was granted from Indian Patent Office. He has to his credit 18 research papers and review articles in various journals of high repute.
Prof. Amit Kumar earned his B. Pharm from Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, and M. Pharm from Vinayaka Mission University, Salem, Tamil Nadu. He later completed his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. With over 20 years of experience in pharmacy education and research, he has published numerous research papers in reputed national and international journals. Prof. Kumar has also participated in several prestigious conferences, workshops, and seminars. He actively guides Ph.D. scholars, contributing to their research and academic growth. Currently, he serves as the Director of the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.
Saurabh Singh earned his B. Pharm AND M. Pharm from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow. He is pursuing PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences with over 7 years of experience in pharmacy education and research; he has published numerous research papers in reputed national and international journals. He has also participated in various prestigious conferences, workshop, FDP and seminars. He actively guides M. Pharm scholars. Currently, he serves as the Assistant Professor in Dayanand Dinanath College, Institute of Pharmacy, Kanpur Nagar. U.P.
