Jennifer Gershman Curriculum Vitae 954-262-3169 jennifer.gershman@nova.edu Education Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL Pharm.D. May 2006 Graduated with Highest Honors 2002-2006 Cum GPA 94% Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Awarded B.S. May 2004 Dual Admit Program 2000 2002 Major: Biology 3.85/4.0 Graduated with Distinction Licensure and Certification Consultant Pharmacist, State of Florida PU 6713, August 2010 Pharmacist License, State of Florida PS 41334, July 2006 Present Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2012 Present Publications Gershman JA, Malave A. Celebration of excellence: a year of stars Nova Southeastern University, College of Pharmacy. Florida Pharmacy Today. 2013;76(5):16-17. Fass AD, Gershman JA. Efficacy and safety of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors in combination with metformin. Adv Ther. 2013;30(4):337-53. Gershman JA, Fass AD. Dextromethorphan abuse: a literature review. J Pharm Technol. 2013;29:66-71. Gershman JA, Fass AD, Trivieri K. Florida pharmacist licensure: steps for the future pharmacist. Florida Pharmacy Today. 2013;76(3):12-13. Gershman JA, Fass AD. Synthetic cathinones ( bath salts ) legal and health care challenges [editorial]. P&T. 2012;37(10):571-572, 595. Gershman JA, Fass AD. Hydrocodone rescheduling amendment and pipeline products on the horizon [editorial]. P&T. 2012;37(7):399-404. Fass JA, Fass AD, Chun P, Quansah K. Drug disposal: the role of the pharmacy profession. Florida Pharmacy Today. 2012;75(4):10-13. Fass JA, Fass AD, Garcia AS. Synthetic cathinones ( bath salts ): legal status and patterns of abuse. Ann Pharmacother. 2012;46:436-41. Gershman JA. Implementation of a substance abuse awareness program for high school students and parents [letter]. Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2012;69:1464-66.
Stallings A, Borja-Hart N, Fass J. Strategies for reinventing journal club. Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2011; 68: 14-16. Fass JA, Hardigan PC. Attitudes of Florida pharmacists toward implementing a state prescription drug monitoring program for controlled substances. J Manag Care Pharm. 2011; 17(6):430-8. Fass JA. Prescription drug take-back programs. Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2011; 68(7):567-70. Fass JA. The FDA bad ad program: implications for NPs. Nurse Pract. 2011; 36(4):10-11. Fass J, Fass A. Physician-assisted suicide: ongoing challenges for pharmacists. Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2011; 68:846-49. Fass JA, Garcia AS. FDA joint collaborations: enhancing patient access to health information and the pharmacist s role. J Am Pharm Assoc. 2011; 57(3):328-30. Golden AG, Fass JA, Tewary S, et al. Cost consideration by Medicare Part D plans may promote the use of potentially inappropriate medications. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2010; 58(5):979-81. Fass J. Effect of scheduling tramadol as a controlled substance on poison center exposures to tramadol. Ann Pharmacother. 2010; 44:1509. Fass J. Carisoprodol legal status and patterns of abuse. Ann Pharmacother. 2010; 1962-1967. Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Evaluation of state schedule II controlled substance laws. J Pharm Technol. 2008;24(2):77-81. Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Viewpoint: Multiple Schedule II Rxs: Road to Disaster? Drug Topics. 2008;152(2):32. Clauson KA, Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Legal requirements for drug information resources maintained by pharmacies. Drug Information Journal. 2008;42(6):569-82. Seamon MJ, Fass JA, Maniscalco M, Shraie NA. Medical marijuana and the developing role of the pharmacist. Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2007;64:1037-44. Fass JA, Seamon MJ, Cytacki J. Rx package inserts: Redesigned with fewer errors in mind. J Fam Pract. 2007;56(6):438-41. Fass JA, Seamon MJ, Seamon E. Plan B Nonprescription Use: Implications for the Pharmacist. Pharmacy Times. 2006:18-20. Research in Progress Carvajal MJ, Clauson KA, Fass JA, Polen HH. Gender, age, and use of drug information resources by pharmacists. (submitted to Pharmacy Practice) Grants Gershman JA, Gershman JA, Fass AD, Popovici I. Florida Physicians Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Accessing the State Prescription Drug Monitoring Program as a Prescribing Tool. Awarded August 2012. HPD grant ($5,000 for 2 years). Rabionet SE, Sanchez J, Popovici I, Gershman J, Perez-Rivera A, Millar C. Nonmedical use of prescription drugs among health professions students: development of 2
an assessment instrument. NSU HPD Research Grant. Awarded February 2012. Funded ($5,000 for 2 years). Fass JA. Florida pharmacists attitudes towards implementing a state prescription monitoring program. NSU HPD Research Grant. Funded $5,000. Awarded November 2008. (2 year grant) Professional Work Experience Assistant Professor Supervisor: Matthew Seamon, Pharm.D., J.D. July 2012-Present Clinical Assistant Professor 2008-June 2012 Supervisor: William Wolowich, Pharm.D. Drug Information Residency 2007-2008 Residency Preceptor: Matthew J. Seamon, Pharm.D., J.D. Natural Standard Contributing Author 2007-2008 Cambridge, MA Supervisor: Catherine Ulbricht, Pharm.D. Joint Drug Information Residency 2006-2007 Kos Pharmaceuticals, Weston, FL Supervisors: Matthew J. Seamon, Pharm.D., J.D., Jacqueline Cytacki, Pharm.D. Staff Pharmacist 2006-2008 Plantation General Hospital, Plantation, FL Supervisor: Iris Drelich, Pharm.D. Coordinating Experience and Teaching PHRC 4550 Drug Information Resources & Health Informatics 01/2013 5/2013 Coordinator Total Lecture hours: 16 PHA 6610 Drug Literature Evaluation 2013 Total Lecture hours: 6 IPPE Community 2012 Total Lecture hours: 3 Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences 3
Total Lecture hours: 1 PHRC 4550 Coordinator Drug Information Resources 01/2012-05/2012 Total Lecture hours: 21 PHRC 6610 Co-Coordinator Drug Literature Evaluation 01/2012-05/2012 PHA 4550 Coordinator Drug Information Resources 01/2011-05/2011 PHA 6610 Co-Coordinator Drug Literature Evaluation 01/2011-05/2011 PHA 4550 Coordinator Drug Information Resources 01/2010-05/2010 Lecture: Introduction to Drug Information Upcoming Lectures: Primary Literature, Tertiary Literature, Electronic Resources, Search Strategies, Responding to Drug Information Requests, Smart Phones and PDAs, Pharmacy Law Resources, Final Exam Review Total lecture hours: 9 hrs. PHA 6610 Co-Coordinator Drug Literature Evaluation 01/2010-05/2010 Upcoming Lectures: Fundamentals of Journal Article Concepts, Interpreting Statistical Results Total Lecture Hours: 2 Co-Coordinator: Pharmacy Law 8/2009-12/2009 Lectures: HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality, Pharmacy Law Jeopardy Review Total Lecture Hours: 4 hrs. Taiwan Student Drug Information Workshop (6 hrs) 11/2010 IPPE Community (1 hr.) 11/2010 Controlled Substance Legal Issues/DEA Form 222 Patient Care Management (8 hrs.) 10/2010 Pain Management Lecture (2 hrs.) Cardiovascular Medications Lab (6 hrs.) Pharmacy Law 10/2010 Lectures: HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality Drugs of Abuse (2 hrs.) 09/2010 Lecture: Florida Trends in Prescription Drug Abuse Pharmacy Student Orientation (1 hr.) 08/2010 Introduction to Technology Eighth Semester (1 hr.) 05/2010 Lecture: Applying for Pharmacy Licensure Disease State Management III (2 hrs.) 01/2010 4
Lecture: Febrile Neutropenia IPPE: Community (1 hr.) 11/2009 Controlled Substance Legal Issues/DEA Form 222 Drug Literature Evaluation (8 hrs.) 10/2009-12/2009 Lectures: Tertiary Literature, Search Strategies Using Secondary Literature, Ethical and Legal Issues of Drug Literature Evaluation, Evaluating Drug Literature, Journal Club Activity Social and Behavioral Pharmacy (2 hrs.) 9/2009 Lecture: Public Perceptions and Roles of Pharmacists Drugs of Abuse (2 hrs.) 8/2009 Lecture: Florida Trends in Prescription Drug Abuse Pharmacy Student Orientation (1 hr) 8/2009 Lecture: Plagiarism and Referencing Taiwan Student Seminar (2 hrs.) 8/2009 Lecture: Evaluating Clinical Studies Egyptian Student Seminar (3 hrs.) 7/2009 Lectures: Overview of Drug Information Resources, Jeopardy Review Eighth Semester 5/2009 Coordinated Interactive Jeopardy Review Lecture: Applying for Pharmacy Licensure (2 hrs) Disease State Management 12/2008 Lecture: Febrile Neutropenia (2 hrs) Early Experience Community 11/2008 Lecture: Controlled Substance Legal Issues/DEA Form 222 (1 hr) Patient Care Management Lab 9/2008 Lecture: Proper Use of Glucometer (1 hr) Co-Coordinator Clinical Pharmacokinetics August 2008-December 2008 Traditional and International/Post Baccalaureate Programs Proctored exams, assisted in preparation of exams, and tutored students Problem Set Lecturer: Topics included Vancomycin, Theopylline, Phenytoin 5
Orientation August 2008 Lecture: Plagiarism and Referencing Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, Fort, Lauderdale, FL Drug Literature Evaluation Winter 2007, Winter 2008 Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, Fort. Lauderdale, FL Lecturer: Applied Evaluation Techniques and Evidence Based Medicine Facilitated course Proctor midterm and final exams Drug Information Resources Winter 2007, Winter 2008 Lecturer: Adverse Drug Reactions and Medication Errors Reporting Systems Facilitated course Proctor midterm and final exams Post Baccalaureate Drug Literature Evaluation Winter 2007, 4/2008 Future Lectures 4/2008: Applied Evaluation Techniques, Evidence Based Medicine Facilitated Winter 2007 course Proctor midterm and final exams Pharmacy Law 11/2007 Lecture: Patient Confidentiality, Drug Information, and Liability Early Experience Community 11/2006, 11/2007 Lecture: Controlled Substance Legal Issues/DEA Form 222 Eighth Semester 5/2008 Lecture: Applying for Licensure Precepting/Research Mentoring Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Medicines Information 2012-2013 Number of students: 15 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Pharmacovigilance 2012-2013 Number of students: 2 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Drug Information 2011-2012 Number of students: 27 6
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Drug Information 2010-2011 Number of students: 28 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Drug Information 2009-2010 Number of students: 22 SCCP Research Mentor: 8 students 2011-2012 Research Mentor: 2 students 2011-2012 Committees AACP COF Faculty Affairs Committee, July 2012-Present Faculty Development Committee, September 2012-Present Technology in the Classroom Task Force, August 2011-August 2012 Awards Committee, December 2010-June 2011 Admissions Committee, November 2008-Present Broward County Pharmacy Association Secretary, June 2011-February 2012 HPD Library Faculty Committee, July 2009-Present Search Committee for Chair of Sociobehavioral and Administrative Pharmacy Department Prescription Drug Abuse Task Force, May 2009-Present Scholarly Work and Presentations Gershman JA. Reviewer for Journal of the American Pharmacists Association, American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy, Journal of Family Practice, Journal of Managed Care Pharmacy, Journal of Addiction Research & Therapy, Journal of Environmental Management (2012-2013). Gershman JA, Nesbitt M, Temples J, Yehezkely T. Journal Through the Pharmacy Profession. Presented at Nova Southeastern University Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences HOSA organization; January 2013. Lopilato A, Jacob A, Marin J, Pachelli L, Gershman JA. Methadone and QTc Prolongation: What Risk Factors Should be Considered in Clinical Guidelines? Presented at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting, Las Vegas, NV, December 2012. Gershman JA. Use of the Turning Point Fastest Responder Feature in a Graduate Pharmacy School Course. Presented at the Turning Technologies User Conference, Miami Beach Resort, Miami, FL, November 2012. Gershman JA. New Drugs and Drug Therapy Issues. Presented at the 12 Annual NSU Fall Classic, Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, November 2012. 7
Gershman JA. Proper Consumer Medication Disposal. Presented at the Collegial Training and Education in Pain Management for Florida Physicians, The Westin Diplomat, Hollywood, FL, October 2012. Gershman JA. Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs. Presented at the Collegial Training and Education in Pain Management for Florida Physicians, The Westin Diplomat, Hollywood, FL, October 2012. Gershman JA. New Drug Update: Most Fascinating Drugs of 2011-2012. Presented at the 23 rd Annual Contemporary Pharmacy Issues Continuing Education Program, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, May 2012. Gershman JA. Pain Management Products & Formulations: Pipeline Products Addressing Less Diversion and Drug Liking. Presented at the 23 rd Annual Contemporary Pharmacy Issues Continuing Education Program, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, May 2012. Gershman JA. Controlled Substance Legal Issues/DEA Form 222. IPPE Community. Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy; October 2012. Gershman JA. Math and Science Applied to the Pharmacy Profession. Freshman Seminar. Nova Southeastern University Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences; October 2012. Contributing Editor for the Journal of Pharmacy Practice Drug Information Section 10/11-Present Fass JA, Clauson KA, Carvajal MJ, Polen HH. Knowledge, use, and decision-making considerations for drug information resources in community and hospital pharmacies. Presented at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting, New Orleans, LA, December 2011. Fass JA, Hardigan PC. Attitudes of Florida pharmacists toward implementing a state prescription drug monitoring program for controlled substances. Presented at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Midyear Clinical Meeting, New Orleans, LA, December 2011. Journal Reviewer: American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy (2 manuscripts) 2011-2012 Fass J. Medication Errors. Presented at the Broward County Pharmacy Association Continuing Education Program, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, January 2012. Fass J, Stern D. Patient Safety Panel. Presented for the Interprofessional Leadership Program s HPD Connections Café at Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, January 2012. 8
Fass J, McGilvary J, Arnold E, Doyle R, Colbert J. Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness. Presented at the University School of Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, January 2012. Fass J, Garcia A. Clicker Training Session. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, January 2012. Fass JA. Medication Safety 101. Presented at the Classic Residence, Plantation, FL, October 2011. Chun P, Quansah K, Fass JA. Florida Medical Examiners Report (2010) & Changes to Pain Clinic Regulations in Florida. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy Orientation, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, August 2011. Fass JA. Can We Successfully Dispose of Unused Medications? Presented at the NSU Contemporary Issues Conference, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, May 2011. Fass JA. Can We Successfully Dispose of Unused Medications? Presented at the NSU Fall Classic Conference, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, November 2010. Fass JA. Physician Assisted Suicide Issues. Presented at the NSU Fall Classic Conference, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, November 2010. Fass JA. Medication Errors. Presented at the Broward County Pharmacy Association Continuing Education Program at Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and September 2010. Zapantis A, Fass JA, Watson C. Prescription drug safety featuring Congressman Ted Deutch. Kings Point retirement community. Tamarac, Florida. September 7, 2010. Fass JA. Medication Safety 101. Presented at the Lifelong Learning Institute at the Classic Residence, Plantation, FL, and November 2010. Fass JA. Dental Implications of Methamphetamines-Meth Mouth 101. Presented at the Broward County Dental Hygiene Association. Fort Lauderdale, FL. October 2009. Fass JA. The Top Ten Drugs of Abuse and the Pharmacist s Role in Prevention. Presented at the NSU Fall Classic. Fort Lauderdale, FL. November 2009. Fass JA. Pharmacology of Polysubstance Abuse. Presented at the Educational Forum on Prescription Drug Abuse. Fort Lauderdale, FL. November 2009. Fass JA, Fass AD. Residencies: Opportunities for Professional Advancement. Presented at the Nova Southeastern University International Program Retreat, Fort Lauderdale, FL, March 2009. 9
Invited to Listening Session with Director Gil Kerlikowske, Drug Czar Office of National Drug Control Policy, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. September 2009. Faculty Interviewer, ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting, Orlando, FL 12/2008 Interviewed candidate for faculty position Pharmacy Student Interviews, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL 10/2008-12/2008 Interviewed candidates for pharmacy program Fass JA. First Annual Roadmap to a Pharmacy Residency Workshop, Why Do a Residency and CV Writing. Presented at Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, November 2008. Fass JA. Provider Panel Discussion. Presented at Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, November 2008. NAPLEX Review Guide Peer Review: Natural Standard 10/2008 Journal Peer Review: Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy 6/2008 Fass JA. Legal Requirements for Drug Information Resources Maintained by Pharmacies. 39 th Annual Southeastern Residency Conference (SERC), Athens, GA, May 2008. Fass JA. Controlled Drug Issues: MD, RX, and the Patient. 19 th Annual Contemporary Pharmacy Issues. Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, May 2008. Wachsler A, Fass JA. Pharmacy Pathfinder. HPD Library Resource Guide. May 2008. Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Evaluation of State Schedule II Controlled Substance Laws. Poster presented at HPD Research Day, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, April 2008. Clauson KA, Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Legal Requirements for Drug Information Resources Maintained by Pharmacies. Poster presented at HPD Research Day, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, April 2008. Fass JA. Legal Requirements for Drug Information Resources Maintained by Pharmacies. South Florida Society's 12 th Annual Resident's Forum, Mercy Hospital, Miami, Florida. April 2008. Fass JA. Legal Requirements for Drug Information Resources Maintained by Pharmacies. Lunch n Learn Lecture for Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, April 2008. 10
Fass JA. Herbal Products and Nutritional Supplements. Nutrition and Wellness Ask the Expert Lecture Panel Boomers and Beyond. Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, March 2008. Direct-to-Consumer Advertising. Fass JA. Presented at the Southeast Society of Health System Pharmacists Resident Program, February 2008. Medication Errors. Fass JA. Presented at the 12 th Annual South Florida Residency Seminar, January 2008. Careers in Pharmacy Discussion, Nova Southeastern University, FL 2/2008 Educated high school seniors regarding pharmacy and other health care career options Discussed strategies for succeeding in college College of Pharmacy Student Interviews 2/2008, 3/2008 Interviewed candidates for the pharmacy program Evaluation of state drug information resource requirements. Clauson KA, Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Presented at the 2007 (December) American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) 42 nd Annual Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition, Las Vegas, NV. Direct to Consumer Advertising. Fass JA. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, November 2007. Journal Club Presentation, Nova Southeastern University, FL 10/2007 Black DM, Delmas PD, Eastell R, Reid IR, Boonen S, Cauley JA, et. al. Once-yearly zoledronic acid for treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis. N Engl J Med. 2007;356:1809-22. Fass JA. Radiation therapy side effects [monograph on the Internet]. Cambridge: Natural Standard; 2007. Available from: http://www.naturalstandards.com. Fass JA. Respiratory disorders [monograph on the Internet]. Cambridge: Natural Standard; 2007. Available from: http://www.naturalstandards.com. Fass JA. Anthrax [monograph on the Internet]. Cambridge: Natural Standard; 2007. Available from: http://www.naturalstandards.com. Fass JA. Scarlet fever [monograph on the Internet]. Cambridge: Natural Standard; 2007. Available from: http://www.naturalstandards.com. Fass JA. Roseola [monograph on the Internet]. Cambridge: Natural Standard; 2007. Available from: http://www.naturalstandards.com. Fass JA. Fertility conditions [monograph on the Internet]. Cambridge: Natural Standard; 2007. Available from: http://www.naturalstandards.com. 11
Peer reviewer for Natural Standard: Hurler Syndrome Monograph 12/2007 Suboxone and Subutex: Verifying Prescribers 9/2007 Florida Board of Pharmacy Profession Update Plagiarism and Copyright and Interactive Session. Fass JA. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy Orientation, August 2007. Pharmacy Pathfinder Resources, Nova Southeastern University, FL 8/2007 Updated College of Pharmacy drug information resource list Pipeline Pearls. Fass JA. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy 18 th Annual Contemporary Pharmacy Issues, May 2007. Survival Guide to Applying for Licensure. Fass JA. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy 8 th Semester, May 2007. Physical Assessment, Nova Southeastern University, FL 5/2007 Instructed students how to conduct a physical examination and interpret the findings The New and Improved Package Insert. Fass JA. Presented at Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy, April 2007. Evaluation of state schedule II controlled substance laws. Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Presented at the Southeastern Residency Conference, April 2007. Millenium Middle School Career Day, Tamarac, FL 3/2007 Discussed pharmacy career opportunities and high school preparation Careers in Pharmacy Discussion, Nova Southeastern University, FL 3/2007 Educated high school seniors regarding pharmacy and other health care career options Discussed strategies for succeeding in college Plan B Approval for OTC Access and the Pharmacist s Role. Fass JA. Presented at the 11 th Annual South Florida Residency Seminar, January 2007. Experiential SubCommittee: 1/2007-3/2007 Identifying knowledge, skills, and goals for Early Experiential and Advanced Practice Rotations. Women s Health Elective Facilitator 1/2007 Facilitated class during Emergency Contraception Lecture Participated in class discussion regarding issues with emergency contraception 12
Evaluation of state schedule II controlled substance laws. Fass JA, Seamon MJ. Presented at the 2006 (December) American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) 41 st Annual Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition, Anaheim, California. Issuance of Multiple Prescriptions for Schedule II Controlled Substances 11/2006 Submitted comment to DEA regarding the proposed rule for issuing multiple schedule II prescriptions Nova Southeastern University Pre-Pharmacy Association 9/2006 Addressed members regarding the current pharmacy curriculum and discussed the admission requirements and interview process, and provided a tour of the pharmacy school. Peer-Reviewer for Annals of Pharmacotherapy case report 8/2006 Millenium Middle School Career Day Presentation, Tamarac, FL 4/2006 Educated 6 th, 7 th, and 8 th grade students about career opportunities in pharmacy and the classes to take to prepare for a career in the health care field. Additional topics included preparing for high school and various academic scholarships available. Awards and Recognition Sheriff s Special Recognition Award, March 2011 APhA Recognition Award, 2008 Rho Chi Honor Society, 2004-Present Community Outreach Service Award, May 2007 Chancellor s List (Top 5%) 2003-2006 Dean s List (Top 15%) 2000-2003 Class Delegate Officer Award, May 2006 Broward County Pharmacy Association Scholarship, June 2005 NSU Annual Poster Presentation Best Overall and Best Content, April 2005 Coral Springs Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship, April 2005 Pepsi Scholarship, June 2000 Nova Southeastern University Honor Award Scholarship, 2000, 2001, 2002 National Dean s List Book Award, 2000, 2001, 2002 Leadership Positions AACP COF Faculty Affairs Committee, July 2012-Present ASCP Faculty Advisor, August 2011-Present Secretary, Broward County Pharmacy Association, June 2011-February 2012 APhA Co-Advisor, July 2008-December 2008 Heart Walk College of Pharmacy Team Captain, March 2008 APhA Patient Counseling Competition Co-Coordinator, January 2008 APhA Interim Advisor, January 2008-Present Chief Resident, August 2007-Present College of Pharmacy, Delegate, 2004 2006 College of Pharmacy, Orientation Leader, August 2003, August 2004 13
Health Care Explorer Program, Mentor, College of Pharmacy, October 2004, November 2004 Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, Pre-Pharmacy Society, Vice-President, 2001 2002 Hillel, President, 2000 2002 Professional Affiliations AACP, 2010-Present Florida Pharmacy Association, 2008-Present Broward County Pharmacy Association, 2006-Present ASHP, 2004 Present Phi Delta Chi, 2006-Present Rho Chi Honor Society, 2004-Present Volunteerism and Professional Activities Operation Medicine Cabinet Events (Prescription Drug Take Back Programs) Collaboration with Broward Sheriff s Office Medication Education Sessions 2008-Present 2012-Present David Posnak Jewish Community Center Generation Rx Jeopardy 11/12 Substance Abuse Awareness Radio Interview 08/12 College of Pharmacy Open House 10/11 National Drug Facts Week 10/11 Created Drug Facts on drug abuse for Nova high school students Day for Children Poison Prevention Booth 9/11 National Drug Facts Week, Nova Southeastern University 11/2010 Interactive poster presentation for undergraduate students on prescription drug abuse awareness Focal Point Senior Health Fair, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 10/2009 Employee Vaccinations, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 11/2008 Documented patients medical history and provided counseling on adverse effects of influenza vaccine NSU Fall Classic Continuing Education Program, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 11/2008 Registered pharmacists for continuing education program 14
HPD Campus Tour and Question Session, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 11/2008 Provided tour of pharmacy school to NSU pre-pharmacy undergraduate students Answered questions regarding pharmacy curriculum and interview process Career Day, Blanche Ely High School, Pompano Beach, FL 10/2008 Provided high school students with information regarding the pharmacy profession including job opportunities and admissions requirements Operation Immunization, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 10/2008 Provided information and educated the public regarding the influenza vaccine Day for the Children, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 9/2008 Educated families on varies vaccinations and provided information regarding the pharmacy profession Heart Walk, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 3/2008 Served as team captain for the College of Pharmacy team Coordinated fundraising events Attended Heart Walk with College of Pharmacy team Health Fair, Publix, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 11/2007 Provided education for consumers regarding heartburn medication options, immunizations, and diabetes Flu-Shot Counseling Nova Southeastern University, Miami, FL 11/2007 Provided education for employees receiving flu shots Career Day, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 10/2007 Assisted with residency table Educated students regarding the residency programs offered at Nova Southeastern University Participated in residency roundtable discussion Health Fair, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 9/2007 Provided counseling for employees regarding their blood glucose and cholesterol levels Day for the Children, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 8/2007 Provided children with interactive activities and education regarding the role of the pharmacist Heart Walk, Nova Southeastern University, FL 3/2007 Participated in annual heart walk with College of Pharmacy team 15
Healthy Aging Expo, Nova Southeastern University, FL 3/2007 Educated and provided information to seniors regarding vaccines, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and pharmacy clinic services Asthma Walk: Blow the Whistle on Asthma, Fort Lauderdale, FL 10/2006 Participated in walk with the College of Pharmacy team to raise money and provide support for individuals suffering from asthma Career Day, Nova Southeastern University, FL 10/2006 Assisted with residency table Educated students regarding the residency programs offered at Nova Southeastern University Operation Immunization: A Day for Children, Nova Southeastern University 9/2006 Educated families regarding vaccines to ensure children and adults were up-to-date on their immunizations Contemporary Pharmacy Issues Continuing Education, Nova Southeastern University 5/2006 Assisted in checking in pharmacists for the seminar Bone Density Screening, Tower Shops, FL 4/2006 Provided bone density screenings to the public Educated patients about osteoporosis and ways of prevention and treatment Educated patients about calcium and vitamin D supplements as well as types of weight bearing exercise 16