Sotiris Demba, PharmD

• Improved patient outcomes by accurately dispensing medications and providing thorough medication counseling.
• Promoted patient safety by conducting thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications.
• Conducted medical device training to treat and rehabilitate illnesses and diseases safely.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall pharmacy performance and patient experience, while also aiding in staff training efforts, preparing new employees for success within the pharmacy setting.
• Utilized clinical knowledge to evaluate therapeutic appropriateness of prescribed medications for individual patients' conditions.

• Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
• Assisted pharmacist in final review of filled prescriptions by optimizing patient care through accurate medication preparation, including compounding and labeling.
• Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, COVID-19, and other diseases.
• Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns or questions related to medications, insurance coverage, or prescription refills.
• Assisted patients in navigating their medication regimen by providing clear instructions on proper usage and administration techniques.

• Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers by consistently delivering timely and accurate prescription services.
• Followed department policies, procedures and best practices for pharmacy operations.
• Developed a positive work environment, fostering collaboration among student workers.

• Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by assisting with inventory management and effectively organizing drug storage areas.
• Assisted with various administrative tasks within the pharmacy, such as data entry, billing, and appointment scheduling to ensure smooth operations.
• Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
• Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
• Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.

Preceptor: Dr. Mirza E. Perez, PharmD

• Improved patient outcomes through comprehensive discharge planning, including medication management and follow-up appointments.
• Managed complex medical cases involving multiple chronic conditions, skillfully coordinating care across various specialties such as diabetes, anticoagulation, blood pressure, and cholesterol therapies.
• Conducted medication use evaluations (MUE) using data collection forms focusing on patients taking sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors while also conducting in-services presentation on Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists and teaching physicians and residents on how to properly use various diabetic supplies.

Preceptor: Dr. Laura Mentzer, PharmD

• Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing critical care pharmacy protocols and guidelines by reducing medication errors by conducting thorough medication reviews for complex patients in the ICU.
• Participated in daily rounds with physicians and nurses to discuss patient cases, optimizing therapeutic decision making for critically ill patients (e.g. providing pharmacokinetic dosing consults for aminoglycosides and vancomycin, ensuring safe and effective drug levels).
• Developed educational materials and presented in-services to physicians and pharmacists on the role of direct oral anticoagulants in the management of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.

Preceptor: Dr. Bernard A. Brown, PharmD

• Educated patients on over-the-counter product selection and proper usage, ensuring safe and effective self-care choices.
• Managed immunization program, increasing community vaccination rates and promoting public health awareness.
• Oversaw the training process for new employees to ensure they were equipped with the necessary skills for success in their roles.

Preceptor: Dr. Christine Payne, PharmD

• Enhanced report quality by incorporating in-depth qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques relating to a Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM).
• Evaluated medication utilization trends to identify opportunities for quality improvement and cost containment initiatives while delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Assisted pharmacists from various departments allowing me to gain a deeper understanding in clinical outcomes and therapeutics optimization (COTO), clinical market intelligence, formulary management/drug utilization reviews (DUR), prior authorizations, account managements, clinical operations, and informatics.

Preceptor: David C. Kane, R.Ph, Esq.

• Achieved successful case outcomes by researching legal issues and drafting persuasive arguments.
• Improved client satisfaction rates by providing timely updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
• Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.

Preceptor: Dr. Jason C. Gallagher, PharmD, FCCP, FIDP, FIDSA, BCPS

• Monitored antibiotic usage patterns within the unit, helping guide stewardship efforts aimed at minimizing resistance development.
• Participated in daily rounds and research initiatives aimed at advancing the understanding of infectious diseases and their management, translating findings into clinical practice improvements.
• Developed and delivered educational presentations for both physicians and residents, raising awareness about key issues related to Ceftazidime-Avibactam being superior to other treatment regimens against carbapenem-resistant enterobacterales (CRE).