Welcome
WesternU's PharmD professional program is a four-year fully accredited program leading to the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
What sets us apart: An innovative block-system curriculum we pioneered that allows you to master one subject before moving on to the next. The curriculum is taught by nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty with advanced training in a wide range of specialties. Outstanding clinical opportunities in the second half of your training prepare you to be practice-ready.
Why choose WesternU? Ours is a nationally recognized program that offers:
- outstanding board exam first-time passing rate (100% in 2007) and reputation for producing well-trained graduates who receive multiple high-paying job offers.
- a small, private, health-focused institution that fosters interprofessional learning.
- early and extensive clinical training that develops professional and communication skills on campus and at a wide range of clinical sites.
- state-of-the-art classrooms and research facilities.
- student participation in federally funded research programs.
- long humanistic tradition of treating patients as people first; treating students with respect; and fostering camaraderie among students.
- outstanding student support services including tutoring and disability resources.
- diverse student body and rich array of student club and volunteer opportunities.
- Southern California location with tremendous clinical training opportunities as well as access to major cultural and recreational resources.
- a chance to join WesternU's well-respected PharmD alumni, who enjoy a lifelong connection with the University.
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complete the information request form or contact us.
Meet some of our Pharmacy students, faculty and alumni and read their candid thoughts about their experiences at WesternU. Move your mouse over each picture to read more about that individual.
Danielle Dishmon
PharmD, Class of 2010
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Cynthia Jackevicius, MSc, PharmD
Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice
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Michelle Huynh, PharmD
PharmD, Class of 2008
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Best thing about WesternU: The opportunity to be involved in so many organizations and to interact with so many members of the community outside of the pharmacy program. |
Why WesternU: I chose WesternU because of the block schedule. I really liked the idea of being able to focus and master one disease state at a time. |
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Best Advice:
Western University is unique in that the school focuses on health professions education. It is a small campus so it is very welcoming and easy to get involved in student activities, such as those with professional associations.
Courses Taught:
- Evidence-Based Clinical Practice
- Cardiology
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Research Interests:
- Quality of cardiovascular medication utilization and medical care
- Medication prescribing patterns
- Patient education and adherence
- Lipid lowering therapy
- Acute coronary syndromes (specifically antithrombotic therapy)
- Gender bias in cardiovascular disease and medication use
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One of the nice things about WesternU is its small-community feeling. Almost everyone I have met at WesternU is pleasant and friendly. It is easy to strike up a conversation with anyone, from the Assistant Dean to the cleaning staff. Whenever I have a problem, I can usually find someone who will do their best to help me. Since WesternU is not as big as a public university, it is easy to meet and get to know everyone within the pharmacy program. The smaller class size has given me the opportunity to know many of my classmates fairly well. Most of the COP faculty are knowledgeable and very approachable.
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Believe it or not, the professors are actually concerned about their students' well-being and understanding of the material. It is encouraging to know that I can go to them with any questions. Another positive feature of WesternU and the COP is how receptive they are to student feedback. Student opinions are taken into account when making improvements for the school. For example, in response to student surveys they increased the number of computers and printers in The Commons. The COP curriculum is very dynamic because the faculty considers comments and concerns from current students when planning for future classes. The close-knit atmosphere at WesternU puts it on the RIGHT side of the railroad tracks! |
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