Rony Sinharoy
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional in the cannabis industry committed to developing efficient methodologies to ensure the application of healthcare quality, economics, and industry regulations to improve public wellness.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Retail Operations
Klutch Cannabis
Akron, OH
05.2022 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Hims & Hers
New Albany, OH
01.2021 - Current
- Responsible for initiation of company's first pharmacy distribution center nationwide; integrating telehealth services and wellness products with prescription dispensation
- Developed SOP's, training, and workflow in anticipation of filling over 10,000 orders daily
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
Founder & President | Operations Consultant
MyMedicine LLC
Columbus, OH
04.2020 - Current
- Founder of MyMedicine LLC consulting services for patients, clinicians, and the cannabis industry
- Implementation of telehealth patient care services provided by licensed healthcare professionals experienced in cannabis medicine.
- Developed website content, pitch presentations, training material, compliance documents, operating procedures, and managed all aspects of company development.
- Recruited pharmacists, pharmacy students, and industry sales associates to assist in standard of care protocols, medical cannabis research, and data entry.
- Drafted and finalized short and long form business plans, marketing material, and consulting contracts.
- Engaged physicians and industry executives state-wide to further brand awareness.
- Worked with state regulators in communicating company mission and vision to overcome compliance hurdles.
- Instructed third-party vendors on proprietary software development to provide clinicians, vendors, patients, and dispensary staff with access to comprehensive state-specific product information and clinical cannabis knowledge.
- Provided consulting services regarding product-line development, continuing education and training, dispensary application submission, and regulatory affairs.
Assistant Manager | Cannabis Pharmacist
Pure Ohio Wellness
London, OH
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Involved in various aspects of dispensary opening including setup, IT, and workflow.
- Assisted with staffing, inventory control, customer service, cannabis counseling, and training.
- Complied with strict health, industry and organizational regulations to maintain patient safety.
- Supervised dispensation of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
- Increased sales by 300% within 6 months.
General Manager | Cannabis Pharmacist
The Botanist
Columbus, OH
12.2018 - 04.2020
- Oversight of Botanist branded medical cannabis dispensaries in Ohio from provisional licensure to operational status.
- Implementation of policies and procedures, IT setup, and regulatory activities.
- Responsible for complete development of Columbus branch, while coordinating HR activities for four Northeast Ohio locations.
- Successfully opened and managed Columbus dispensary; including staffing, inventory and ordering, customer service, cannabis counseling, menu design, training, and maintaining state-specific compliance
- Increased sales 10-fold in 6 months while overcoming limited parking and accessibility concerns
- Fostered relationships with vendors, CTR physicians, policymakers, regulators, and media
- Created culture of efficiency, teamwork, patient satisfaction, and maximizing revenue
- Proficient with LeafLogix POS system and METRC Inventory Tracking.
Cannabis Pharmacist
MedMen
New York, NY
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Cannabis Pharmacist and Manager for large multi-state cannabis operator in New York City.
- Developed expertise in cannabis as medicine, dispensary operations, and inventory control.
- Proficient with BioTrack POS and Inventory system and dispensation of medical marijuana in NY.
- Assisted physicians at Columbia University with managing glioblastomas with CBD and THC.
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart Pharmacy
Washington, DC
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Lead and directed staff in outlet filling 1500 prescriptions per week in Washington DC metro area, assisting patients with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Engaged in oversight of loss prevention, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and patient safety Implemented processes to improve standards of care and meet budgetary, sales, and performance metrics.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
Columbus, OH
07.2009 - 05.2018
- Worked in outlets filling 1000-4000 prescriptions per week.
- Adapted quickly to changing environments and patient populations.
- Counseled patients on prescription and OTC medications.
- Addressed inquiries from health care professionals regarding drug therapy.
- Provided pharmaceutical care to patients of varying disease states.
- Played key role in increasing patient care metrics by average of 20-40% per store Placed at challenged store locations due to productivity and relationship building skills, leading one store to achieve 25% above target budget (highest in region out of 200 stores).
Clinical Pharmacist
Cardinal Health
Dublin, OH
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Offered remote clinical pharmacy services to acute care hospitals and inpatient facilities across US.
- Conducted medication safety and accuracy reviews.
- Monitored, dosed, and reviewed patient medication therapy and lab values to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Provided clinical recommendations, as well as physician and nursing consultations.
- Exceeded order verification quota within 3 months of employment
Volunteer Pharmacist
The Charitable Pharmacy
Columbus, OH
12.2014 - 07.2017
- Provided individualized Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and verified prescription safety and accuracy.
- Utilized communication skills to increase healthcare literacy among underserved patients.
- Conducted health screenings, health and wellness education, medication counseling, and social program referrals at no cost for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals.
- Identified barriers to healthcare access and factors contributing to healthcare inequities in patient population below 200% of federal poverty level
Education
Graduate Certificate (Anticipated) - Health Policy
Georgetown University
Washington, DCDoctor of Pharmacy, Master of Business Admin. -
Palm Beach Atlantic University
West Palm Beach, FL05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2005
Skills
- Understand impact of financing in terms of tradeoffs, incentives, ideologies, and interests
- Bring hands-on, front-line patient care experience with cannabis and pharmaceuticals
- Organize and simplify complex material for dissemination to public
- Diverse educational background in health care policy, sociology, pharmaceutical science, and business
- Experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies
- Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of dispensary operations
- Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving
Certification
- Pharmacist Licensure: OH, VA, MD, DC, NY, FL, CA, TN, WV, IL
- NY Health Provider Education: Medical Use of Marijuana, The Medical Cannabis Institute
- Medical Professional Cannabis Care Certification, Americans for Safe Access
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Certification, PowerPak CE
- Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery, American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
- Marijuana Enforcement Tracking Reporting Compliance (METRC) Certification, METRC, LLC
Outreach
- Panelist: Medical Marijuana: Legal, Ethical, and Practical Considerations, The Ohio State Bar Association
- Panelist: Legalized Possession and Use of Cannabis, American College of Healthcare Executives
- Presenter: Medical Marijuana in Ohio: What Pharmacists Should Know, Continuing Education, Ohio Pharmacist’s Association
- Presenter: Medical Marijuana in Ohio: What Pharmacy Staff Should Know, Continuing Education, Ohio Pharmacist’s Association
- Guest Lecturer: Drug Use in American Culture, The Ohio State University
- Guest Lecturer: Introduction to Cannabis, University of Cincinnati
Website, Publication, and Profile Links
- Https://mymedicinellc.com
- Https://www.dispatch.com/story/business/2020/11/11/mymedicine-helps-patients-navigate-medical-marijuana-complexity/6234532002/
- Https://www.dispatch.com/business/20191208/columbus-dispensary-tries-to-fill-medical-marijuana-research-gap
- Https://www.dispatch.com/opinion/20191022/letter-medical-marijuana-fears-will-be-resolved-in-time
- Https://www.linkedin.com/in/rony-sinharoy-467778b5/
- Https://www.linkedin.com/company/65704692/admin/
Affiliations
- Member: International Society of Cannabis Pharmacist (ISCPh)
- Member: National Organization for Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML)
- Member: Americans for Safe Access (ASA)
- Member: American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
- Member: Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA)
Timeline
Director of Retail Operations
Klutch Cannabis
05.2022 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Hims & Hers
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Manager | Cannabis Pharmacist
Pure Ohio Wellness
07.2020 - 04.2021
Founder & President | Operations Consultant
MyMedicine LLC
04.2020 - Current
General Manager | Cannabis Pharmacist
The Botanist
12.2018 - 04.2020
Cannabis Pharmacist
MedMen
09.2018 - 12.2018
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart Pharmacy
06.2018 - 09.2018
Clinical Pharmacist
Cardinal Health
02.2015 - 02.2018
Volunteer Pharmacist
The Charitable Pharmacy
12.2014 - 07.2017
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
07.2009 - 05.2018
Graduate Certificate (Anticipated) - Health Policy
Georgetown University
Doctor of Pharmacy, Master of Business Admin. -
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
The Ohio State University
- Pharmacist Licensure: OH, VA, MD, DC, NY, FL, CA, TN, WV, IL
- NY Health Provider Education: Medical Use of Marijuana, The Medical Cannabis Institute
- Medical Professional Cannabis Care Certification, Americans for Safe Access
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Certification, PowerPak CE
- Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery, American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
- Marijuana Enforcement Tracking Reporting Compliance (METRC) Certification, METRC, LLC
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