In this episode of This Is Why, Dr. Busti dives into the decade-long decline in NAPLEX exam pass rates and what it reveals about the state of pharmacy education and exam readiness. He unpacks the data trends, explores root causes — from the rapid growth of pharmacy programs to changes in applicant pools and testing standards — and explains what today’s pharmacy students can do to turn things around.

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This session gives you the “why” behind the decline in NAPLEX exam pass rates and, more importantly, the “how” to overcome it. Learn how to develop a modern, strategic study approach that focuses on application over memorization, leverages testable standards of care, and helps you rise above national averages.

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Table of Contents:

00:00 – Welcome & episode overview
03:02 – How the NAPLEX is developed and validated
04:31 – What “testable” really means for entry-level pharmacists
06:59 – Why new drugs and guidelines rarely appear on the exam
10:14 – How to focus your study plan on core knowledge
12:12 – Final thoughts: master the how by knowing the why

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Speaker:

Anthony Busti, MD, PharmD, MSc, FAHA, FNLA, is a licensed healthcare professional and medical educator with over 30 years of experience in clinical practice and academic teaching. He has trained and practiced as a nurse, pharmacist, and physician, bringing a uniquely comprehensive perspective to patient care and medical education.

Dr. Busti is dedicated to advancing evidence-based medicine and helping clinicians understand the underlying “why” behind clinical decisions to improve patient outcomes.

About This Channel:

This content is created by Anthony Busti, MD, PharmD, MSc, FAHA, FNLA, a board-certified physician with training at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and University of Oxford and a medical educator for healthcare professionals and students. All material is based on current medical literature and evidence-based guidelines that align with principles of evidence-based medicine (EBM) and Evidence-Based Healthcare (EBHC).

Disclaimer:

This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It does not replace individualized evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions about a medical condition and never delay care because of educational content.

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