Clinical pharmacology becomes a specialty in South Africa

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Walubo, A.
Barnes, K.
Kwizera, E.
Greeff, Oppel Bernhardt Wilhelm
Rosenkranz, B.
Maartens, G.

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Health and Medical Publishing Group

Abstract

South Africa recently became the first African country where clinical pharmacology has been approved as a specialty. This article outlines the need for clinical pharmacologists, their role in advancing public health, the potential benefits to the country, and recommendations for ensuring a healthy future for the discipline.

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Clinical pharmacology, Specialty, South Africa

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Waaubo, A, Barnes, K, Kwizera, E, Greeff, O, Rosenkranz, B & Maartens, G 2013, 'Clinical pharmacology becomes a specialty in South Africa', South African Medical Journal, vol. 103, no. 3, pp. 150-151.