Dr. Tamiz Kanji

Biography

Tamiz J. Kanji has extensive experience in community pharmacy, interdisciplinary clinical care, and academia. He is an Associate Professor Teaching in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and serves as the Director of the Continuing Pharmacy Professional Development (CPPD). In this role, he develops, delivers, accredits, manages, and evaluates continuing professional development for pharmacy professionals. He also provides educational support for the Entry-to-Practice PharmD Program. Tamiz completed the Community Pharmacy Residency Program at UBC and holds a Certificate in Curriculum Pedagogy for Higher Education from UBC. He currently chairs a committee that produces the Faculty’s Admissions Interviews for the Entry-to-Practice PharmD program. Additionally, he has developed and fostered a Standardized Patient Program using simulation techniques such as stethoscopes for learning assessment within the Faculty. Tamiz trains and teaches Clinical Skills, specifically the Administration of Injections course at UBC, and has presented his educational research at regional, national, and international conferences.

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