Pharmacy

Pharmacists help people get well by dispensing medication; knowing which drugs should be used to treat illnesses, conditions, diseases, etc.; and understanding the potential side effects of these drugs and how to use them safely. Out of all the health care professions, pharmacists are often considered to be the most accessible to patients. They are usually available to the public to answer questions and give general medicinal advice. There's more to being a pharmacist than simply dispensing medicine, however. They may also provide other medical services, such as immunizations, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol screening, diabetes management, asthma care, and more. Pharmacists hold positions in all sorts of healthcare environments, including hospitals, clinics, commercial pharmacies, nursing homes, and schools. Because of the nature of the position, pharmacists are in close contact with the public, and must enjoy working with people. Students who have the career goal of becoming a licensed pharmacist must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. As an undergraduate, they can start on a pre-pharmacy track, where they will take courses in chemistry, biology, and anatomy, among others. They can also choose to major in a related field that will lend itself well to the pharmacy professional track, such as biology or chemistry. Professional Pharm.D. programs are usually very competitive and have strict requirements, so students are encouraged to review the requirements of their prospective program to ensure they start off on the right track as an undergraduate.

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University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe, LA
University of Louisiana at Monroe

The University of Louisiana at Monroe is a public institution with a “selective” admissions process. Popular majors include psychology, pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences, and communications. UML offers several study abroad programs in countries...

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This university is a great place to learn a lot. There is never a dull moment or topic on this campus. Not only in the classrooms, but outside of the educational walls there is always something new and interesting to find out.

” – Emily from Hammond, LA
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Touro University
New York, NY
Touro University

Touro College is a private institution under Jewish sponsorship based in New York City with selective admissions. The school operates multiple programs in Chicago, Nevada, California, Israel, Berlin, and Moscow. TC houses the Lander College of Arts...

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University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD
University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Founded in 1886, The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a public Historically Black College and University in southeast Maryland. UMES is home to schools of Business, Natural Sciences, Education, and Health Professions conferring undergrad...

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I learned alot about the many different life making decisions

” – DENEEN from Washington, DC
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The College of Idaho
Caldwell, ID
The College of Idaho

The College of Idaho is a 4-year institution established in Treasure Valley, near the city of Caldwell, and was the state’s first private, liberal arts college. The college offers a unique PEAK curriculum for its undergraduate students, which is...

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The College of Idaho has smaller class rooms than the larger schools in this area. I came in with a lower GPA and needed a little more help and have found it here. I am going into my second year with a truly positive and excited attitude. Who...

” – Toni from Nampa, ID
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D'Youville University
Buffalo, NY
D'Youville University

D’Youville University is a private, independent institution located in Buffalo, New York. All classes, seminars, and labs in the more than 50 major options at DYU are instructed by expert faculty members, not teaching assistants. Students in the...

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PROFESSORS ARE VERY INFORMATIVE AND HELPFUL.

” – STRANGE from Liverpool, NY
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Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA
Western University of Health Sciences

Western University of Health Sciences is a private, graduate institution established in Pomona, California, which is also home to the WesternU Patient Care Center and the Pet Health Center. Along with the main campus, the school also maintains an...

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Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized university in southwest Illinois that helps prepare students for successful careers and lives of purpose. SIUE offers more than 350 areas of study, and 90% of alumni surveyed report...

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Classes here at SIUe are challenging. However SIUe is a great place to learn outside of the classroom. Your instructors and professors make it a priority to teach you what you need to know and help get real-life, hands-on experience.

” – Katie from Chicago, IL
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MCPHS University
Boston, MA
MCPHS University

Founded in 1823 as the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, MCPHS University is a private school of healthcare programs in Boston and the second-oldest college of pharmacy in the nation. MCPHS is home to 12 schools of healthcare hosting over 100...

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You will never get bored, that's for sure! I am a third year PharmD student at MCPHS, and let me tell you, MCPHS is very serious when it comes to academics. Although you'll find that there aren't too many homework assignments like those you get in...

” – Choua from Fitchburg, MA
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Kingston University London
UK
Kingston University London

Located just 25 minutes from central London, Kingston University offers internationally-recognized qualifications and welcomes around 100 new students from the USA every year, with many more on Study Abroad and exchange programs. Founded in 1899, the...

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Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR
Pacific University

Pacific University is a liberal arts college in the greater Portland area. Pacific is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business, and Education granting undergraduate degrees in over 70 academic majors. Utilizing the university’s location, Pacific...

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Pacific University has an extremely extensive course catalog for such a small school. They also cover a large amount of subjects, so students who go to college undecided have the ability to sample courses from many areas before deciding on a major...

” – Tess from Bothell, WA
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Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD
Notre Dame of Maryland University

Since its founding in1895 by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, NDMU works to educate leaders to transform the world. We offer certificate, undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. programs. All programs provide a firm foundation in the arts, the sciences...

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I am so happy to call NDMU my home during the school year. I could not be happier with my decision to go here! The staff and faculty care so much for the students and I live it!

” – Rebecca from Crofton, MD
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University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT
University of Saint Joseph

The University of Saint Joseph is a private Roman Catholic institution that focuses on Christian values. The 90-acre campus features a ministry, an athletic center, an interdisciplinary writing center, a center for student research, eight science...

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The professors here are incredibly knowledgeable about their subject areas. They are all sociable, and incredibly helpful. I learn more then just what's in the text books.

” – Victoria from Cheshire, CT
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West Virginia Wesleyan College
Buckhannon, WV
West Virginia Wesleyan College

Founded in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan College is a liberal arts institution based in Buckhannon, WV. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and the campus is notable for its Georgian red-brick architecture. Many majors require students...

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West Virginia Wesleyan's professors, at least the ones I have taken classes from, are extremely knowledgeable on their subjects that they teach and extremely helpful. The course materials used appertain to the classes significantly.

” – Lyndsey from Clendenin, WV
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Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK
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Founded in 1901, Southwestern Oklahoma State University is a public institution based in rural Weatherford, OK. The institution is rated as having “selective” admissions and is home to The Business Enterprise Center, which researches to advance...

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What you learn is very dependent on what you put into it. If you're really eager to learn, there are a ton of great faculty that are eager to share their knowledge.

” – Jace from Chicago, IL
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The University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX
The University of Texas at El Paso

Founded in 1914, The University of Texas at El Paso is a 4-year public institution situated on the US-Mexico border and the second-oldest school in the UT system. With a majority Mexican-American student body, UTEP is home to 10 colleges conferring...

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Classes are enjoyable, challenging, and most teachers do a great job in keeping the class interested in course material.

” – Daniel from El Paso, TX
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX
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The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is a medical education institution established in Lubbock, with five schools and five campuses also located in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas, Midland, and Odessa. TTUHSC is a proponent of interprofessional...

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They are top-rated for nursing education.
They have top notch professors.
They offer excellent teaching/learning resources.

” – Kay from Whitehouse, TX
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Sullivan University
Louisville, KY
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Established as a school of business, Sullivan University is a for-profit college with campuses in Louisville and Lexington. With a focus on career training programs, Sullivan is home to eight colleges offering bachelor’s degrees in 18 fields of study...

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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
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Medical College of Wisconsin is a private and independent medical school, graduate school, pharmacy school, and residency and fellowship center. Students at this institution study new medical technology, techniques, treatments and theories through...

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The University of Montana
Missoula, MT
The University of Montana

With a campus settled at the base of Mount Sentinel, the University of Montana is a 4-year public school in western Montana and the flagship institution of the Montana University System. UM is home to 13 colleges and schools granting undergraduate...

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I only completed a year of general studies at the U of M, but the range of choices I had was great. In each class I had to work for my grades, but when the year was over, I felt like I had learned a lot.

” – Molly from Kinsey, MT
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Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO
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Ozarks Technical Community College is a public, 2-year institution located primarily in Springfield, Missouri. The college also maintains satellite campuses throughout Missouri in Hollister, Nixa, Lebanon, and Waynesville. While OTC’s academic focus...

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otc is not just some college for the poor; it is a respectable school with excellent professors, most whom have other jobs and teach because they want to see students excell in life. the small seated classes make for easier learning and face to face...

” – Jacquie from Dixon, MO
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Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Albany, NY
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Founded in 1881, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is a private institution that operates two campuses, one in Colchester, Vermont, and and one in Albany, New York. Undergraduates can pursue bachelor and dual degree programs. The college...

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The teachers are great, but you have to get used to them. They make sure you understand the material and are helpful. You will need to learn but will learn.

” – Adam from Pawcatuck, CT
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE
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From its campus in Omaha, the University of Nebraska Medical Center is the only public academic health science research institution in the state. UNMC is made up of six colleges concentrating in subjects like Public Health and Pharmacy as well as two...

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because my career is about doing medical and health care services. i think i will learn more and get more experience in medical field.

” – Ahlan from Omaha, NE
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University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis
Saint Louis, MO
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis

Founded in 1864, St Louis College of Pharmacy is a private institution established in the Washington University Medical Center biomedical complex. The college offers Bachelor of Science degrees, Bachelor of Arts degrees, and Doctor of Pharmacy...

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As a 1st year, a lot of what is being covered right now is review. However, since pharmacy is the only major, everything taught here has a pharmacy spin on it. This helps me realize that I am actually at school to become a pharmacist. I feel like we...

” – Alexis from Murrieta, CA
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a public, medical education institution established in Little Rock, with satellite campuses in Helena, Lake Village, and West Memphis. UAMS is affiliated with Arkansas Children’s Hospital and the VA...

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As one of the top higher education institutions, UAMS is considered the premier health care provider in the state with a Level One Trauma Accreditation!

” – Richard from Hot Springs Village, AR
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University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK
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Located in Oklahoma City, the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is the home of OU’s Health Science department. OUHSC is one of four academic health centers in the country with seven colleges specializing in programs such as Nursing...

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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Madison, NJ
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus

The Florham campus of the Fairleigh Dickinson University is a 4-year liberal arts college in northern New Jersey. A campus of the FDU system, the Florham campus grants undergraduate degrees in over 60 academic majors. The FDU-Florham campus is...

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The professors are great! And I haven't had any large lectures, all small classes with real professors.

” – Student from FDU
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Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
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The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is a medical school with a main campus in Philadelphia and a branch location in Georgia. PCOM offers three doctorate programs in Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Osteopathic Medicine as well as four...

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Long Island University
Brookville, NY
Long Island University

Named for breakfast cereal magnate C.W. Post, LIU Post is a private school on Long Island’s north shore and the largest campus of Long Island University. LIU Post grants bachelor’s degrees in over 50 academic majors. In addition, LIU Post is home to...

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LIU Post is an exquisite school equipped with a full recreational center, gourmet food, and a club for everybody. Like all schools the work is diifficult but there are upperclass tutors and teachers available to assist in any problems you may have. I...

” – Khadija from Brooklyn, NY
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Midwestern University-Glendale
Glendale, AZ
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Midwestern University is a private medical education institution, established in 1900. The Glendale campus is located in the state of Arizona, approximately 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix. The Glendale campus is home to a wide variety of facilities...

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It is a great private, graduate school. The people here are open and friendly to differing backgrounds. It has brand new buildings and facilities with up-to-date technology which keeps students in the loop.

” – Julie from South Dakota
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Northeast Ohio Medical University
Rootstown, OH
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Northeast Ohio Medical University is a health science institution near Akron. NEOMED is home to three colleges in Medicine, Pharmacy, and Graduate Studies and confers MD and PhD programs as well as a dual degree in Integrated Pharmaceutical Medicine...

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University of North Texas Health Science Center
Fort Worth, TX
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Featuring the second highest number of primary physician grads in America, the University of North Texas Health Science Center is a graduate school of health science in Fort Worth. For over 15 years, US News & World Report has listed UNT Health...

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Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Erie, PA
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With campuses in Pennsylvania and Florida, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine is the nation’s only osteopathic academic health center. Academics at LECOM are divided between Schools of Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, and the College of Osteopathic...

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They are very strict but you will get a very good education, be prepared for your boards and clinicals.

” – Kara from Erie, PA
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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
North Chicago, IL
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Named for the doctor who discovered the structure of DNA, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is a graduate school of health care in the north Chicagoland area. RFU offers over 30 health science programs through its colleges of...

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Unlike other schools that you are going to apply to in hopes of furthering your medical education, Rosalind Franklin is a school that is dedicated to the medical profession. Every single student at this school is enrolled in a program in the medical...

” – Candace from Scott Air Force Base, IL
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Touro University California
Vallejo, CA
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With campus a short walk from the Napa River and San Pablo Bay, Touro University California is a graduate school of health science in the San Francisco Bay Area with an emphasis on Jewish values and culture. Touro offers Doctor of Osteopathic...

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Midwestern University-Downers Grove
Downers Grove, IL
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Midwestern University in Downers Grove is a graduate-level medical school in the western suburbs of Chicago ranked 20th in the nation by US News & World Report. The MU Downers Grove campus offers academic programs from six colleges of medicine. MU...

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Midwestern University, Downers Grove is a very organized, clean, friendly college. The faculty, staff, and students are all very caring and responsible. Additionally the facilities and amenities it has to offer are world class.

” – Parth from Downers Grove, IL
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Roseman University of Health Sciences
Henderson, NV
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Roseman University of Health Sciences is a medical training academy with three campuses in Nevada and Utah. Roseman is home to colleges of Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Dental Medicine conferring bachelor’s and graduate degrees. All classes at...

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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
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With a focus on bringing the benefits of health science study to citizens of Tennessee, The University of Tennessee-Health Science Center is a public health institution with a main campus in Memphis. UTHSC is made up of six colleges concentrating in...

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Keck Graduate Institute
Claremont, CA
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Part of the Claremont Colleges, the Keck Graduate Institute is a grad school in southern California and the first graduate school exclusively focusing on applied life sciences. KGI is home to the Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences and the...

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Marshall B Ketchum University
Fullerton, CA
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Marshall B. Ketchum University is a private educational institution for health care studies. MBKU is divided into three colleges specializing in optometry, pharmacy, and physician assistant studies. The university’s three Ketchum Health facilities in...

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Appalachian College of Pharmacy
Oakwood, VA
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The Appalachian College of Pharmacy is an institution in western Virginia specializing in training pharmacists. The college’s Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum stands out as being the only 3-year such program in the commonwealth of Virginia. ACP also...

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University of Puerto Rico-Medical Sciences
San Juan, PR
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Originally founded as the Tropical Medicine Institute, the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus is a medical school affiliated with UPR in San Juan. The Medical Sciences Campus is home to six schools of Nursing, Medicine, Dental Medicine...

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