Established in 2001, within the 2,000-plus-bed Kasturba Medical College (KMC) Hospital, the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MCOPS) is widely recognized as a pioneer in clinical pharmacy education in India. This department hosts five dedicated centers focused on Translational Research, Toxicovigilance and Drug Safety, Pharmaceutical Care, Pharmacometrics, and Public Health Pharmacy. These centers conduct impactful research projects funded by prestigious agencies such as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the Department of Science and Technology (DST), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Supported by a team of internationally trained faculty and world-class infrastructure, the department has earned a strong reputation for translating cutting-edge science into safer and more effective patient care.