Nabil Fakih

  As community pharmacists continue to serve as front liners during this COVID-19 pandemic, Nabil Fakih believes that they deserve the increasing recognition they are getting. Facing patients is an essential part of a community pharmacist’s work, but it puts them at risk of getting infected by the coronavirus, which may have been transmitted by patients who come to the pharmacy.   Nabil Fakih believes that while every pharmacist is responsible for all drug-related patient care, community pharmacists are primarily vital in improving the population's health. They are essential parts of community members' lives and deserve deep appreciation and gratitude for their services.   They play a crucial role in quickly innovating accessible healthcare and relevant resources to their local communities. Since they see more patients daily, community pharmacists are critical in providing patients with access to quality healthcare, products, and other essential services. Nabil Fa...

Nabil Fakih believes that other than filling prescriptions and verifying a patient's medical information, counseling and mentoring are two of the most vital roles pharmacists play in the healthcare system. Through effective sessions, pharmacists can significantly impact patient care. This task is essential primarily when the patient lacks knowledge about the prescribed medication and how it can affect him or her. For Nabil Fakih, counseling provided by pharmacists has three objectives: to evaluate the patient's understanding of the medication, to improve drug adherence, and to encourage the patient to be active in his or her health management. All of these goals are vital for the patient's quick recovery and overall improvement of health. But how do you know if you are a competent counselor? Nabil Fakih believes that while pharmacists implement personalized counseling techniques for each patient, several vital skills will make the pharmacists more effective in counseling ...

Nabil Fakih, a pharmacist and the owner of the Dearborn Heights Pharmacy, provides services to over 25,000 patients in his local community – Dearborn, Michigan. He has seen the industry continue to develop in numerous ways ever since he graduated from Wayne State University School of Pharmacy in 2001 and worked for Rite Aid. Nabil Fakih believes that being a pharmacist has now become more than a profession that accurately dispenses medication to patients with a valid prescription. Today, the modern pharmacy has also become a one-stop-shop for multiple healthcare needs. Pharmacists are expected to assist other healthcare providers by offering essential products to achieve a patient's individualized treatment plan goals. If you are considering becoming a pharmacist, continue to read as Nabil Fakih shares some of the pros and cons of being one. Pros: 1. The profession comes with excellent pay. Once a pharmacy student graduates, there is a great chance that the compensation will b...

Nabil Fakih is the owner of Dearborn Heights Pharmacy, a community pharmacy that provides services to over 25,000 patients and fills an average of 600 prescriptions per day. Because Dearborn Heights Pharmacy has been serving the community so well, Nabil Fakih was appointed to the Henry Ford Community College Board of Directors and the Board of Directors for the Arab American Civil Rights League. Together with medical doctors, nurses, medical technologists, and other medical professionals, pharmacists are in the frontline in fighting against the novel coronavirus. Nabil Fakih believes that community pharmacists are playing a vital role in supporting patients, especially in the areas currently in lockdown. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, most, if not all, affected areas are observing community lockdowns and social distancing to prevent further transmission of the virus. Other than government officials and other persons with authority, Nabil Fakih shares that community pharmacists should ta...

Nabil Fakih was appointed as a member of the Board of Pharmacy in 2014. The position is a four-year term where the appointed, along with 11 other board members, run and oversee the group’s activities. Nabil Fakih exited the group in 2018. However, he keeps in close touch with the group and still acts somewhat of a consultant. The Michigan Board of Pharmacy The Michigan Board of Pharmacy primarily does the following: Regulates Manufacturing of OTC and Prescription Drugs in the State Since compounded drugs aren’t regulated by the FDA, it’s up to each state’s individual institutions to oversee the production and ensure that they pass meet certain requirements and qualities. After all, there are no rooms for mistakes when it comes to medicine. Note that no pharmacy in the state is exempted from the inspection. Even Dearborn Pharmacy, a local drugstore owned by Nabil Fakih, is subject to certain guidelines. In fact, board member-owned stores should serve as the gold standard. Cont...

According to Nabil Fakih, the Arab American Civil Rights League (ACRL) is a civil rights group formed with the intent to protect and advocate the civil rights and liberties of Arab-Americans. Fakih is a member of its board of directors and is also the owner and pharmacist at Dearborn Heights Pharmacy. Dedicated to the Arab-American Community He states that the  non-profit organization  was formed in 2011 as a way to protect Arab-Americans and their civil rights and freedom from all kinds of discrimination, prejudice, or stigma associated with ethnic minorities living in the United States. Since then, the group has led various public advocacy programs and education campaigns to raise awareness, dispel negative stereotypes, and promote cooperation and understanding. Nabil Fakih adds that the group is led by respected civil rights attorneys and advocates who are dedicated to protect and preserve the rights of the Arab-American community.  Services and Ac...

The current novel coronavirus epidemic is a grave concern across the world. The US government has raised a nationwide alert about the virus. Nabil Fakih, a former member of the State of Michigan Board of Pharmacy, said pharmacists could play a key role during this time of crisis. Working with other medical staff Clinical pharmacists are working closely with other members of the medical field. They monitor people who might have contracted the virus. Since this is a new virus, experts are also working hard to find the best procedures to help patients while keeping healthcare workers safe. The virus is a novel strain, which means that there is no known cure for it yet. Medical practitioners are also trying to find a possible treatment or cure for the victims. Other support roles Nabil Fakih notes that the powerful role of pharmacists during emergencies extends beyond direct contact with patients and clinical experiments. During the SARS breakout in 2002-2003, community pharmacist...

Nabil Fakih opened his very own community pharmacy after working for Rite Aid for several years following his graduation from pharmacy school. The pharmacy, Dearborn Heights Pharmacy, takes its name from its locale where Fakih and his family also reside. Now you’re probably wondering: what is a community pharmacy and why is it special? The term “community pharmacy” refers to local businesses that sell medicine. A community pharmacy is like Walgreens and CVS, but with a much smaller client base composed of the residents in the area and neighboring locales. Community pharmacies are also known as “retail pharmacies.” You can purchase their products over the counter as you would with most grocery stores. Do remember that as with any other pharmacy, community pharmacies won’t sell you select drugs without a prescription from your doctor. Community pharmacies are special because they provide their respective regions with easy access to much-needed medicine. But that’s not all t...

Nabil Fakih is a proud alumnus of Wayne State University’s pharmacy school. The school, now known as the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, is one of the three schools in Michigan that offer pharmacy programs – the others are Ferris State University and the University of Michigan. As an alumnus of the school, Nabil Fakih would like you to consider Wayne State if you’d like to pursue a career in pharmacy. Here are some reasons. 1. Location. Wayne State University is located at the heart of Midtown Detroit, a bustling district that contains reminders of the city’s glorious past as an industrial center. While the pharmacy school is a few blocks away from the university’s main campus, it is located along busy Mack Avenue, which has a Whole Foods Market and a Starbucks. The district’s numerous neighborhoods contain a variety of historic architectural sites, while Little Caesars Arena, the home of the Detroit Pistons and the Detroit Red Wings, is just a short d...

As a pharmacist, I, Nabil Fakih, believe that dealing with upset or angry patients is inevitable. Obviously, it is not the most enjoyable part of the job for anyone in the working class. However, the question is, how do you respond to or deal with a patient who s in such an emotional state? Continue reading to know what I, Nabil Fakih, think the best way to handle this kind of situation professionally is. First of all, take time to listen to your patient .   I, Nabil Fakih, believe that it is essential that you let the patient know that you would want to help. Ask about his or her concern or problem, then stop talking and just listen attentively. Let your patient explain why they are angry. Try your best not to interrupt or give your opinion about the problem while he or she is still speaking. Simply listen and give your undivided attention. Body language is also significant in this situation. Look at the patient’s eyes from time to time to imply that you are attentively...

Almost all of the interactions people make with pharmacists most probably come from those who work for local pharmacies or drug stores. As a pharmacist, I, Nabil Fakih, believe that most pharmacists choose to work in either an independent or chain community pharmacy. When I first decided to enter pharmacy school, I was not sure of what to expect. Continue reading if you are considering pharmacy school and wonder what is it going to be like to be a pharmacist. Filling prescriptions is probably what most people would associate pharmacists with. However, since pharmacist make up an essential part in the healthcare system, you may also encounter crucial meetings with doctors to discuss problems with a patient’s prescription. As a pharmacist, I, Nabil Fakih, believe that filling prescriptions is not only the most well-known, but also the most crucial task for someone who provide pharmaceutical services. You should also remember that there is so much more to filling prescriptions than ...