Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Head of Department:
Prof. Dr. Ahmed bin Hamad Al-Huwail
Office :
QU-UC-B4-L2-R-4023 College of Pharmacy B2 Second Floor Office 4023
Phone number :
0163014620
e-mail:
Pharm.pt@qu.edu.sa
Vision
A national leader in pharmaceutical education and research, and a supporter of effective partnerships
Mission
Provide accredited pharmacy education to prepare qualified pharmacists and provide professional and research services to enhance national development; in an inspiring and governed environment that stimulates innovation, technology and partnership.
Overview
The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology was established in 2005, along with the establishment of the College of Pharmacy at Qassim University. Pharmacology includes the study of the physiological, biochemical and pharmacological effects of drugs, their mechanism of action, uses, side effects and contraindications on the human body. Toxicology is concerned with the study of the toxic and harmful effects of drugs, chemicals and pollutants on various body systems. The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology works to provide clinical pharmacy students with the theoretical and practical information needed to develop their logical, intellectual and clinical skills.
Objectives :
Goal 1: Ensure the quality of education and achieve excellence in pharmacy specialization
Objective 2: Increase the merit, competitiveness and professionalism of college students
Goal 3: Strengthen research identity and optimize applied pharmaceutical research and innovation to meet the demands of sustainable development