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Engaging Patients with Purpose: MI Basics for Pharmacy Practice

Is a one-hour introductory training tailored specifically for pharmacists. This session focuses on using foundational Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques to strengthen patient-centered communication. Designed with the realities of pharmacy practice in mind, this course highlights how MI can be applied to enhance Medication Therapy Management (MTM) consultations, medication adherence discussions, and conversations about health behavior change. Participants will gain practical, hands-on experience with tools they can immediately use to foster patient engagement and improve clinical outcomes. Additionally, pharmacists who have deeply integrated MI into their practice will share their experiences, highlighting how it has transformed their patient interactions. This brief, free session offers an accessible starting point for pharmacists interested in integrating MI into their practice and lays the groundwork for more comprehensive training opportunities in the future.