Date of Completion

2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Keywords

Artificial Intelligence, Generative Artificial Intelligence, Telepharmacy

Abstract

In the Philippines, the rapid integration of telepharmacy has proven essential in overcoming healthcare challenges. Alongside telepharmacy, the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) tools has become increasingly prevalent as the world embraces technological advancements. This study aimed to determine the relationship between the associated factors and willingness of pharmacists to use generative artificial intelligence (GAI) tools in telepharmacy services. Data was collected from registered pharmacists who are working or have worked as a telepharmacist and were affiliated to selected universities in Metro Manila using an online self-administered questionnaire. The significance of associations were determined using Pearson Chi-Square while Spearman’s Rho was used to measure correlations. The results revealed that most telepharmacists have a high level of GAI awareness (Mean = 13), a moderate level of GAI critical appraisal (Mean = 9), a strong positive attitude towards GAI (Mean = 4), neutral GAI utilization (Mean = 3), and strong positive willingness towards GAI (Mean = 4). A moderate positive relationship was found between awareness and critical appraisal (r = 0.55, p-value < 0.05), while a very strong positive relationship existed between attitude and utilization (r = 0.82, p-value < 0.05). Critical appraisal and utilization also showed a strong positive relationship (r = 0.72, p-value < 0.05). Regarding willingness to use GAI, awareness had a weak positive relationship, whereas critical appraisal, attitude, and utilization had positive relationships. Notably, demographic profiles did not influence willingness, highlighting that pharmacists' awareness, attitudes, and critical appraisal towards GAI are more pivotal. The study concludes that correlation of pharmacists who actively engage with GAI tools are more inclined to integrate it into the pharmacy practice.

First Advisor

Louie Fernand D. Legaspi, RPh, MHSS

Second Advisor

Rendzborg C. Bautista, RPh

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