Pharmacy Practice
Stories of those practicing pharmacy or advancing the practice of pharmacy in community, hospital, or ambulatory care settings.
Serving Through Change, Crisis, and Community Need
Phil Icard, BSPharm ’75, has diligently served the community of Taylorsville for the last 50 years at Peoples Drug Store
Acting as a Lifeline in Rural North Carolina
Taylor Galyean, PharmD ’21, has been serving the rural community since attending the Asheville Campus of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Deep Roots in Pharmacy
The Pike family legacy in pharmacy stretches over 100 years and across five generations
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Mike James
Remembering Mike James’ dedication and contribution to the pharmacy community
Unscripted: Sterling & Mary Grayson Koonce
In this episode, Dean Kashuba chats with 3rd- and 4th-generation pharmacists, Sterling Koonce, BSPhar ’87, and Mary Grayson Koonce, current PharmD student
Unscripted: Bill Hathaway
In this episode, Dean Kashuba chats with Bill Hathaway, MD, CEO of Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC)
Celebrating World Pharmacist’s Day 2024
A spotlight on PharmAlliance’s focus on innovation and sustainability in pharmacy
Unscripted: Kamakshi Rao
In this episode, Dean Kashuba chats with Kamakshi Rao, Director of Pharmacy, Clinical & Academic Enterprises
Wide World of Pharmacy
Highlighting the myriad career opportunities in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences
Unscripted: Representative Wayne Sasser
In this episode, Dean Kashuba chats with Wayne Sasser, Class of ’73 alum and the NC District 67 House Representative
Catalyst: Advocacy Day at the NC General Assembly
Faculty, students, and staff meet with state leaders to discuss the challenges facing the profession of pharmacy
The Importance of Connection
Diana Lischin, BSPhar ’86, advocates building a strong network to build a strong business
Photo Journey: Reflecting on Our #1 Status
The achievements and the people that have given the School a 3-peat as #1 in the nation
Catalyst: Community Pharmacy at a Crossroads
Exploring the existing dispensing business model and the growth of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
Forever at Home in Western North Carolina
Dr. Greene Shepherd’s impact on the region he loves to call home
Unscripted: Ronny & Joey Bell
In this episode, Dean Kashuba chats with brothers Ronny Bell, PhD, MS and Joey Bell, MD
Catalyst: CPP Expansion
Highlighting the School’s work to convene, educate, and advocate for the role pharmacists play in addressing health challenges across the state
MAHEC’s New Pharmacy Provides Lifeline for the Uninsured
MAHEC’s new 340B Pharmacy Program aims to help underserved patients better navigate the health-care system
2022-23 Foundation & Pharmacy Alumni Association Impact Report
Celebrating a milestone year, a historic campaign, and the people who make it all possible
School Leads National Roundtable to Transform Community Pharmacy Practice
Deans and community-based practice leads from the nations top 25 R1 schools came together to elevate the profession of pharmacy
A Family Legacy of Service
Building relationships and making a difference inspires a student to become a third-generation pharmacist
A Dedicated Patient Advocate
Ned Clark, BSPhar ’78, stands up for his patients with compassion and perserverance
Unscripted: Tamera Hughes
In this episode, Dean Kashuba chats with Tamera Hughes, PharmD, PhD Post-Doctoral Research Associate in the Division of Practice Advancement and Clinical Education
Filling the Health Care Gap in Rural Communities
Inspired by her gap year experience in clinical trials, Aislyn Coyne, PharmD candidate ’26 aims to provide health-care services to rural areas
Building Skills for Success
Lauren Fasth, PharmD candidate ’24, is preparing for the real-world challenges of serving geriatric populations in ambulatory care
Meet the Expert: Danny Gonzalez
Dr. Gonzalez shares his journey to becoming a leader in the field of pediatric clinical pharmacology
Student Voices: The Asheville Summit 2023
“This event is something that I, alongside other Asheville student leaders, have put my heart into.”
Student Voices: Real Patient Impact with SHAC
“In that moment, I realized the impact we can have on patient’s lives even as students.”
Tools of the Trade
Dr. Robert Shrewsbury examines artifacts collected by the School over the years to retrace the history of the field and its advancements
Looking Ahead to the New Year
Dean Kashuba’s perspective on where we are going in 2023
Tar Heel Bus Tour Showcases Generational Community Pharmacy
McDowell’s Pharmacy exemplifies UNC’s commitment to serving the people of NC
Celebrating 125 Years of Excellence
A video takes a look at our rich history and bright future in honor of the School’s 125th anniversary
Community Pharmacy for the Next Era
Greg Vassie, PharmD ’03, is reinventing the business of community pharmacy while maintaining a patient-centric approach
2021-22 Impact Report Showcases the School’s Strong Community
Proving once again that it is the people of this School that make us #1 in the nation