Our doctorate in pharmacy produces servant leaders that improve healthcare
Receiving your doctorate in pharmacy at CUW will prepare you for a meaningful career in pharmacy. The focal areas of your curriculum at Concordia University Wisconsin include medication and health care knowledge, patient care skills, and servant leadership and teamwork. These abilities form the core of every exceptional pharmacist; CUW School of Pharmacy provides you with an exceptional pharmacy foundation.
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Concordia University Wisconsin's pharmd degree prepares practitioners who are dedicated to advancing patient-centered pharmaceutical care in teaching, research, service, and practice in Wisconsin and throughout the country. You’ll work closely with patients and all other health care providers to address the needs of each patient.
We are committed to the development of pharmacists and professionals who are servant leaders, dedicated to improving the health of our communities through excellence in teaching, research, service, and practice.
We do this through a student-centered approach that provides a world-class clinical and scientific knowledge base, with optimal focus on active applied learning throughout the curriculum. Our accomplished faculty are committed to teaching and mentoring in a welcoming Christian environment that maximizes students’ future success. With more than 99% of our graduates finding a job upon graduation, it is certain that Concordia will prepare you to have an immediate impact in the field of healthcare.
What to Expect
Once you graduate with your doctorate in pharmacy from CUW, you will be able to provide exceptional patient care, practicing to the fullest extent of your ability as a pharmacist. You’ll collaborate with other members of the health care team to provide patients with optimal outcomes. And most importantly, you’ll serve as a leader in the profession, dedicating yourself to those who need you most: your future patients.
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As an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy degree program, your PharmD degree from Concordia University School of Pharmacy allows you to pursue licensure as a pharmacist in any state in the United States. The exact licensure processes, post-graduate expectations, and application processes vary by state. Please visit the Board of Pharmacy site for your state of interest to learn more about their specific processes for seeking licensure as a pharmacist.
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Kassandra M. Bartelme
Pharm.D., BCACP
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH 262
Phone: (262) 243-2790
Bio
Dr. Bartelme earned her Pharm.D. from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities College of Pharmacy (COP) with an emphasis on leadership in 2009. She continued at the COP as a PGY1 resident in a 24-month ambulatory care leadership residency. During residency, she spent half her time teaching at the COP and the other half as an ambulatory care pharmacist. The first year she practiced in a family medicine clinic that had established pharmacy services. In the second year, she developed a new pharmacy practice at another clinic.<br><br>After residency, Dr. Bartelme took a position as a faculty member at Concordia University School of Pharmacy. She currently coordinates and teaches Applied Patient Care III, Pharmacotherapy I (Self-care), and the women's health unit in Pharmacotherapy V. She is an ambulatory care pharmacist at the Ascension Columbia-St. Mary's Thrombosis Clinic where she provides anticoagulation monitoring services. She earned board certification as an Ambulatory Care Pharmacist in 2011.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities (2009)
- BS - Spanish, University of Wisconsin - Madison (2002)
- Ambulatory Care/Leadership PGY1 Residency, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities College of Pharmacy (2011)
Contributions
- Bartelme, K. & , .(2019).Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Women's Health Across the Lifespan: A Pharmacotherapeutic Approach.(2nd ed).(pp. 2nd ed). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
- Ray, S., Bellone, J., Zupec, N. & Bartelme, K., (2019).Retention of students’ ability to incorporate a computer into simulated patient encounters. 82(10, pp. 10).American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.https://www.ajpe....
- LaDisa, A., Bartelme, K. & Bellone, J., (2018).An Innovative Patient Interview Activity in a Women's Health Elective Course10(10, pp. 10).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- DeSevo Bellottie, G., Kirwin, J., Allen, R., Anksorus, H., Bartelme, K., Bottenberg, M., Clark Dula, C., Kane, T., Lee, P., McMillan, A., Riley, B. & Waghel, R., (2018).Suggested pharmacy practice laboratory activities to align with pre-APPE domains in the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum10(9, pp. 9).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- Bartelme, K., Traynor, A., Neiduski, M. & Lemoine, N., (2016).An Individualized Approach to Student Progression at a School of Pharmacy8(6, pp. 6). Chicago, IL: Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning.https://tinyurl.c...
Presentations
- Bartelme, K., Robinson, J. & Adams, J., (2019).We are holistically admitting our students, how are we providing holistic support post-matriculation?. Oral Presentation. AACP Annual Meeting 2019. Chicago, IL.
- McMann, N., Bartelme, K. & Lemoine, N., (2018).Development and Evaluation of a Top 200 Drugs Learning Activity. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Boston, Massachusetts.
- Bartelme, K., LaDisa, A. & Bellone, J., (2017).Achievement of Learning Objectives for an Innovative Patient Interview Activity in a Women’s Health Elective. Poster. ACCP Annual Meeting 2017. Pheonix, AZ.
- Bartelme, K., Schullo-Feulner, A., Brown, M. & Janke, K., (2017).Practicing Patient Care: Documentation is BORING. Course and Curricular Level Innovations That Move Beyond the "Practice Makes Perfect" Approach. Oral Presentation. AACP Annual Meeting 2017. Nashville, TN.
- Bartelme, K.(2016).The Women’s Health PRN Members and Accomplishments. Poster. ACCP Annual Meeting 2016. Hollywood, FL.
Research Interests
- Women's health education
- Clinical documentation
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacy practice skills
- Women's health
Katherine A. Bichler
Ph.D.
Department Chair - Physical Sciences, Professor
Office: Loeber Hall 012A
Phone: (262) 243-4426
Bio
Dr. Bichler did her undergraduate work at Carroll College, a private institution similar to CUW, and majored in chemistry with minors in biology and German. She then completed her Ph.D. in bioorganic chemisry at Northwestern University and has been teaching chemistry ever since.
Education
- Ph D - Chemistry, Northwestern University (1994)
- BS - Chemistry, Carroll College (1990)
Contributions
- Lewandowski, N., Bichler, K., Fisher, L., Sullivan, B., Korman, M., Paz, E., Imhoff, A. & , ., (2020).Process Development of the Weiss−Cook Reaction for the Preparation of cis-1,5-Dimethylbicyclo[3.3.0]octane-3,7-dione in the Undergraduate Organic Laboratory97(10, pp. 10). On-Line: Journal of Chemical Education.https://pubs.acs....
- McGraw, J., Bichler, K. & Cherney, M., The Relative Role of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 in Eplerenone MetabolismMequon.
Presentations
- Switzer, J., Hoefs, M., Bichler, K. & McGraw, J., (2020).Palmitoyl Asparagine Synthesis and Analysis. Poster. Spring 2020 National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Philadelphia, PA (cancelled due to COVID).
Research Interests
- Laboratory Pedogogy
- CYP 450 Metabolism
Teaching Interests
- Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
Michael Brown
PharmD
Associate Dean - School of Pharmacy, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2761
Bio
Dr. Mike Brown teaches medical literature evaluation and pharmacy calculations. He is privileged to help students navigate the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum, developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes expected of patient-centered pharmacists.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1998)
- BS - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1995)
- Pharmacy Residency, VAMC - William S. Middleton Veterans Hospital and Clinics (2000)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Kosinski, T., Brown, M. & Kosinski, T., (2018).Relationship between syringe size and dosing accuracy22(1, pp. 1). Edmond, OK: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding.
- Nguyen, B., Olson, N., Traynor, A. & Brown, M., (2017).Implementation and Preliminary Results of a Comprehensive Medication Management Service for People Living with HIV. N/A. Madison, WI: Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Kosinski, T., Brown, M., Zavala, P. & Valdovinos, K., (2017).Acquisition and retention of sterile compounding skills81(6, pp. 6). Alexandria, VA: American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.http://www.ajpe.o...
- Peppard, S., Parks, A., Biesboer, A. & Brown, M., (2017).Characterization of Inpatient Pharmacist Practice in Wisconsin20(1, pp. 1). Madison: The Journal.
Presentations
- Bartelme, K., Schullo-Feulner, A., Brown, M. & Janke, K., (2017).Practicing Patient Care: Documentation is BORING. Course and Curricular Level Innovations That Move Beyond the "Practice Makes Perfect" Approach. Oral Presentation. AACP Annual Meeting 2017. Nashville, TN.
Research Interests
- Educational Scholarship
Teaching Interests
- Medical Literature Evaluation
- Pharmacy Calculations
Elizabeth Buckley
PharmD, CDE
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH217
Phone: (262) 243-2766
Bio
Beth Buckley teaches classes in each year of the professional curriculum where she teaches communication skills and diabetes pharmacotherapy. Her teaching and research focus is on optimizing care of patients with diabetes and the inclusion of mindfulness for provider and patient centered care. Her clinical practice is within a family medicine clinic where she works via collaborative practice agreement to provide medication therapy management to patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin Madison (2000)
- BS - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin Madison (1993)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Arnoldussen, R., Buckley, E. & Letizia, M., (2021).The Mindful Preceptor: Tips for Incorporating Well-Being and Mindfulness into Rotations. (May/June 2021, pp. May/June 2021). Madison, WI: JPSW.https://www.jpswi...
- Buckley, E. & Glogovsky, S.(2019).Necrotizing Fasciitis and Sodium Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors: Review of the Risks and Benefits22(1, pp. 1). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Buckley, . & Pang, B.(2018).New Onset Type 2 Diabetes Care in a complex patient: The continuum of care from inpatient to self-management. 6(5).(pp. 5). Madison, WI: AADE in Practice.
- DeJongh, B., Lemoine, N., Buckley, E. & Traynor, L., (2018).Student preparation time for traditional lecture versus team based learning in a pharmacotherapy course10(3, pp. 3).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
Presentations
- Buckley, E., Haines, S., Gunaseelan, S., DeRemer, C. & Kopacek, K., (2021).“Survey Says”: The Who, What, When, and How Pharmacy Programs are Incorporating Well-Being Initiatives into Curriculum. Lecture. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. Virtual.
- Buckley, E.(2019).Student Response to Incorporating Mindfulness in a First Year Pharmacy Patient Care Course. Oral Presentation. CUW Faculty Scholarship Week. CUW.
- Buckley, E.(2019). Curricular Design within Skills Laboratory Courses to Enhance Student Wellness and Resiliency Across Multiple Institutions. Oral Presentation. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- Buckley, E.(2019). Student Response to Incorporating Mindfulness into a First Year Patient Care Lab Course. Poster. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- Buckley, E. & Nitschke, S.(2018).Introduction to Mindfulness and Resiliency to Enhance Student and Faculty Wellness. . Oral Presentation. CUW DPP Faculty Development Workshop. Mequon, WI .
Research Interests
- Effective and Progressive Teaching Methods
- Practical Diabetes Care
Teaching Interests
- Diabetes Care
- Communication Skills and Mindfulness for patient centered care
Robert S. Burlage
Department Chair - Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2774
Bio
Robert Burlage is a microbiologist and molecular biologist with an interest in gene regulation in bacteria. He is the chair of the Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences Department.
Education
- Ph D - Microbiology, University of Tennessee (1990)
- MS - Biology, Duquesne University (1981)
- MS - Microbiology, Columbia University (1986)
- BA - Biology, Rutgers University (1979)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Kosinski, T. & Burlage, R.(2020).Evaluation of efficacy and superiority of different vial rubber closure disinfection techniques24(5, pp. 5). Edmond, OK: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding.https://ijpc.com/...
Presentations
- Cottonaro II, M., Albano, C., Arneson, D. & Burlage, R., (2016).Comparison of doctorate of pharmacy dual degrees and pharmacy residencies utilizing ecnomic data. Poster. American Society of Health Care Systems 2016 Midyear Meeting . Las Vegas, Neveda.
- Arneson, D., Burlage, R. & Albano, C., (2015).Development of a Public Health Pharmacy Undergraduate Program. Poster. 2015 AACP Annual Meeting . National Harbor, Maryland.
Research Interests
- Gene expression
- Regulatory proteins and DNA binding
Teaching Interests
- Microbiology
- Public health microbiology
Uvidelio F. Castillo
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2799
Bio
Experience Science Educator in relation to: Biotechnology, Chemical Tools in Biotech Sciences, Organic Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis of known and unknown chemical components or analyte, Chemical Ecology Relationships, Agricultural Chemistry & Agra-Business, as well as published author
Education
- Ph D - Organic Chemistry, Nagoya University (2000)
- MS - Applied analytical Chemistry, Universidad de Los Andes Mérida (1994)
- MS - Organic Chemistry, Universidad de Los Andes Mérida (1996)
- BS - Fungi biochemistry and virology, Colorado State University (1987)
- Research on Bioactive Natural Products from Microbes, Plant Sciences, Montana State University (2006)
Research Interests
- My research interest and expertise are in the area of chemistry of natural products from microbial endophytes, focusing in the drug discovery for new antibiotics and anti-cancer agents. Another area
- Antibiotic Activity Studies of Essential Oils Mixture and the synergistic effects when combined with known antibiotics against Candida albicans, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and
Teaching Interests
- My teaching interests are to connect a given knowledge to our daily life and our daily jobs. When I teach, I want my students, who could be from different backgrounds, to learn the study subject so he
- Or she could apply the knowledge to his or her field.
Christopher W. Cunningham
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2792
Bio
Our research focuses on the design, synthesis and characterization of analgesics and anti-addiction agents. Students who work in our laboratory are exposed to the drug design and discovery process, including new synthetic techniques and novel probe development.
Education
- Ph D - Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Maryland (2008)
- BS - Chemistry and Germanic Studies, University of Maryland (2002)
- University of Kansas Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Specialized Chemistry Center (2011)
Teaching Interests
- PharmD: Pharmacology & Medicinal Chemistry
- MPD: Principles of Drug Design and Development
Beth DeJongh
Pharm.D., BCPS, BCPP
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2788
Bio
Beth DeJongh, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP is a graduate of the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. She completed a PGY-1 Behavioral Health Pharmacy Residency at the University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview in Minneapolis, MN and a PGY-2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency at the West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Florida. Her teaching focus includes coordination of a pharmacotherapy course that includes the mental health and neurology units as well as coordination of a mental health elective. Dr. DeJongh also teaches in the Applied Patient Care Labs and works with pharmacy residents in the Milwaukee area to help develop their teaching skills. Her practice site is at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center where she runs a metabolic syndrome monitoring clinic and a clozapine clinic in outpatient mental health. Dr. DeJongh stays active in the mental health field by serving on committees in the College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists, participating in an interdisciplinary mental health court, and providing education on psychotropic medications to police officers through Crisis Intervention Trainings.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Minnesota (2009)
- University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview (2010)
- West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center (2011)
Contributions
- DeJongh, B.(2021).Clinical pearls for the monitoring and treatment of antipsychotic induced metabolic syndrome11(6, pp. 6).The Mental Health Clinician.
- Mailloux, L., Haas, M., Larew, J. & DeJongh, B., (2021).Development and implementation of a physician-pharmacist collaborative practice model for provision and management of buprenorphine/naloxone11(1, pp. 1).The Mental Health Clinician.
- Mailloux, L., Haas, M., Kennedy, S. & DeJongh, B., (2020).Implementation and evaluation of depression screening in patients with recently diagnosed coronary artery disease10(1, pp. 1).The Mental Health Clinician.
- Maryan, S., Harms, M., McAllister, E. & DeJongh, B., (2019).Comparison of clozapine monitoring and adverse event management in a psychiatrist-only and a clinical pharmacist-psychiatrist collaborative clinic9(2, pp. 2).The Mental Health Clinician.
- DeJongh, B. & Oldani, M.(2018).Case reports of interprofessional care for clients enrolled in a mental health court8(6, pp. 6).The Mental Health Clinician.
Presentations
- DeJongh, B. & (2017).Long Acting Injectable Antipsychotics. Lecture. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin 2017 Annual Meeting. Milwaukee, WI.
- DeJongh, B., Lemoine, N., Buckley, E. & Traynor, L., (2016).Student Preparation Time for Traditional Lecture versus Team Based Learning in a Pharmacotherapy Course. Poster. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting 2016. Anaheim, CA.
- DeJongh, B.(2016).Morgellons Disease – Delusional Parasitosis or Unexplained Dermopathy?. Lecture. College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists Annual Meeting. Colorado Springs, CO.
- DeJongh, B. & Bury, M.(2015).Monitoring and Management of QT/QTc Prolongation with Mental Health Medications. Lecture. Wisconsin Academy of Family Physicians – 45th Annual Winter Refresher Course. Pewaukee, WI.
- DeJongh, B.(2014).Antipsychotic Adverse Effects: Monitoring and Management. Lecture. 2014 Fall Distance Learning Experience Psychiatric Pharmacotherapies. Webcast.
Research Interests
- Team based learning
- Second-generation antipsychotic induced metabolic syndrome
Teaching Interests
- Mental health pharmacotherapy
Lynne Fehrenbacher
Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH264
Phone: (262) 243-2791
Bio
Dr. Fehrenbacher received both her B.S. and Pharm.D. degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Post-graduation, she completed her residency training with Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, WI, where she practiced for several years as a clinical coordinator prior to joining the CUW SOP faculty. Her clinical practice is as an infectious diseases pharmacist at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center where she precepts students and residents. She is also a member of the Aurora Antimicrobial Stewardship team. Dr. Fehrenbacher is an active member of many professional organizations, including the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists, American College of Clinical Pharmacy Infectious Diseases Practice Research Network, and the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Education
- Pharm D - University of Wisconsin Madison (2000)
- BS - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin Madison (1999)
Contributions
- Pagels, C., Dilworth, T., Fehrenbacher, L., Singh, M. & Brummitt, C., (2019).Impact of an electronic best-practice advisory in combination with prescriber education on antibiotic prescribing for ambulatory adults with acute, uncomplicated bronchitis within a large integrated health system40(12, pp. 12).Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology .https://www.cambr...
- Gallagher, J., Justo, J., Chahine, E., Bookstaver, P., Scheetz, M., Suda, K., Fehrenbacher, L., Klinker, K. & MacDougall, C., (2018).Preventing the Post-Antibiotic Era: Training Future Pharmacists as Antimicrobial Stewards82(6, pp. 6).American Journal of Pharmacy Education.
- Rice, L., Srinivasan, D., Jen, P., Chahine, E., Barr, V. & , ., (2017).Antimicrobial Stewardship in the Emergency Department(May/June 2017).(pp. May/June 2017). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Hermsen, E., Fehrenbacher, L. & , ., (2016).Antimicrobial Stewardship and Applications of Pharmacodynamics. Yes.Springer Press.
Presentations
- Taylor, L., Vranas, L., Boero, J., Ebert, S., Fehrenbacher, L., Hardgrove, P., Podzorski, R., Pulia, M., Ryther, B. & Crnich, C., (2019).Antibiogram Use in Wisconsin Nursing Homes. Poster. ID Week 2019. Washington, DC.
Research Interests
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
Teaching Interests
- Infectious Diseases Pharmacotherapy
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
Anne Graff LaDisa
Pharm.D., BCPS
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH254
Phone: (262) 243-2798
Bio
Dr. LaDisa received her Pharm.D. (2001) from Drake University in Des Moines, IA. After graduation, she completed a PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO (2002). Since completing her residency, she has practiced as an inpatient clinical pharmacist and inpatient pharmacy clinical coordinator at Aurora Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. In 2012, she joined the faculty at CUWSOP in the Department Pharmacy Practice. Dr. LaDisa practices as an inpatient clinical pharmacist in an acute care GI/GU surgical unit at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. This practice involves multidisciplinary collaboration to provide evidence-based, patient-centered recommendations to optimize drug therapy related to pain, nutrition, infectious disease, and transitions of care. At St. Luke’s Medical Center, she also serves as a preceptor for pharmacy IPPE and APPE students, as well as PGY-1 residents.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, Drake University (2001)
- PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, Barnes-Jewish Hospital (2002)
Contributions
- LaDisa, A., Bartelme, K. & Bellone, J., (2018).An Innovative Patient Interview Activity in a Women's Health Elective Course10(10, pp. 10).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- LaDisa, A. & Biesboer, A.(2017).Incorporation of practice testing to improve knowledge acquisition in a pharmacotherapy course9(4, pp. 4).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- LaDisa, A. & Traynor, A.(2014).PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Directors’ Perceptions of Minimal Baseline Expectations for Residents. N/A. Alexandria, Virginia: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
Presentations
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R. & LaDisa, A., (2021).An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- LaDisa, A. & Ray, S.(2019).Impact of Applied Improvisation on Student Pharmacists’ Patient Communication Skills. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting 2019. Chicago, IL.
- LaDisa, A.(2019).Applying Improvisation to Team-based Care and Teamwork in Healthcare. Oral Presentation. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
- LaDisa, A. & Ray, S.(2018).Impact of an Elective Applied Improvisation Course on Student Pharmacists’ Patient Communication Skills. Poster. ACCP Global Conference 2018. Seattle, WA.
- Bartelme, K., LaDisa, A. & Bellone, J., (2017).Achievement of Learning Objectives for an Innovative Patient Interview Activity in a Women’s Health Elective. Poster. ACCP Annual Meeting 2017. Pheonix, AZ.
Research Interests
- Impact of applied improvisation on pharmacists' and pharmacy learners' professional communication skills
- Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacotherapy of women's health, nutrition support, and gastrointestinal disorders
- Applied improvisation
Tracy M. Kosinski
PharmD, CPPS, BCSCP
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2763
Bio
Tracy joined Concordia University Wisconsin’s School of Pharmacy as a coordinator of the Advanced Pharmaceutical Preparation course in November 2011. She received her PharmD from the University of Wisconsin in 2005. After graduation she completed a two-year residency at Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, WI. The focus of the residency was on general inpatient pharmacy practice and management. After her residency, she practiced within Aurora Health Care as a clinical pharmacist, an information technology (EPIC certified) pharmacist and an inpatient pharmacy manager until her transition to CUW. Tracy’s practice experience has been in hospital pharmacy with a focus on inpatient administration and medication safety. She currently practices pharmacy at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee. Her research interests focus on educational based scholarship, safe and accurate sterile preparation compounding and products, as well as medication safety.
Education
- Pharm D - Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin (2005)
- BS - Chemistry-Business Major, University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire (1999)
Contributions
- Kosinski, T. & Burlage, R.(2020).Evaluation of efficacy and superiority of different vial rubber closure disinfection techniques24(5, pp. 5). Edmond, OK: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding.https://ijpc.com/...
- Loomis, M., Kosinski, T. & Wucherer, S., (2018).Development and Implementation of a Standardized System-Wide Sterile Compounding Training Program53(3, pp. 3).Hospital Pharmacy.https://doi.org/1...
- Kosinski, T., Brown, M. & Kosinski, T., (2018).Relationship between syringe size and dosing accuracy22(1, pp. 1). Edmond, OK: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding.
- Kosinski, T., Brown, M., Zavala, P. & Valdovinos, K., (2017).Acquisition and retention of sterile compounding skills81(6, pp. 6). Alexandria, VA: American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.http://www.ajpe.o...
- Kosinski, T., Taylor, R. & Sanders, C., (2014).Wisconsin hospitals sterile compounding operations survey.2014(Nov/Dec, pp. Nov/Dec). Madison, WI: The Journal.
Presentations
- Stoehr, N. & Kosinski, T.(2019).Intravenous access device and infusion administration content provided during pharmacy school enhanced through required, small group, hands on, laboratory experiences.. Poster. NHIA annual meeting. Orlando Florida.
Research Interests
- Effective teaching
- Sterile Compounding
Teaching Interests
- Sterile Preparation Compounding
- Medication Safety
Audrey B. Kostrzewa
PharmD, MPH, BCPS
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH260
Phone: (262) 243-2750
Bio
Dr. Kostrzewa is a pharmacist specializing in Drug Information, with interests in medication safety and public health. She teaches Medical Literature Evaluation and Medication Use in Public and Population Health.
Education
- Froedtert Hospital (2013)
- The University of Iowa (2012)
- The University of Iowa (2012)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Marwitz, K., Haugtvedt, C. & , A., Support Pharmacy Infrastructure to Strengthen US COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts and BeyondAmerican Journal of Public Health (AJPH).
- , A.(2021).Optimization of REMS Program Compliance in a Large Academic Health System12(2).(pp. 2).Innovations in Pharmacy.https://pubs.lib....
- Kostrzewa, A. & Slater, S.(2020).Stopping the Spread of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Case for Using Pharmacists, Pharmacy Interns, and Pharmacy Technicians as Contact Tracers.110(11, pp. 11).American journal of public health.
Research Interests
- Effective teaching
- Impact of safety interventions
Teaching Interests
- Literature evaluation/biostatistics
- Medication safety
James Lokken
Pharm.D., M.S., M.Ed.
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building 224
Phone: (262) 243-2742
Bio
Dr. Lokken teaches social determinants of health and the intersection of pharmacy and underserved patient populations. Dr. Lokken also teaches and performs research on population health management.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, CUW School of Pharmacy (2014)
- MS - Chemistry, South Dakota State University (2010)
- MS - Education, Concordia University of Wisconsin (2016)
- BS - Applied Science, University of Wisconsin Stout (2008)
Contributions
- Panic, J., Larson, N., Sojka, L., Wallace, Z. & Lokken, J., (2020).Assessing automated product selection success rates in transmissions between electronic prescribing and community pharmacy platforms28(1, pp. 1).Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association.https://doi.org/1...
Presentations
- Lokken, J., Thew, M., Bath-Scheel, C. & Haendel, A., (2020).Telehealth Implementation: The Frontline Provider Perspective, and What Healthcare Faculty and Students Need to Know: Concordia Panel Discussions. Oral Presentation. Telehealth Implementation: The Frontline Provider Perspective, and What Healthcare Faculty and Students Need to Know: Concordia Panel Discussions. CUW.
Research Interests
- Population Health Management for Rural and Urban Underserved Patients
- Underserved Patient-Centered Care
Teaching Interests
- Population Health Managment
- Social Determinants of Health
Joseph McGraw
Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2758
Bio
Joseph McGraw teaches pharmacokinetics, mass spectrometry, and pharmacology within the School of Pharmacy. His research identifies variant phenotypes responsible for aberrant responses to drugs and environmental exposures.
Education
- Ph D - Biopharmaceutical Sciences, University of Illinois (2007)
- BS - Chemistry, University of Illinois (1996)
- Environmental Health, University of Illinois (2002)
- Pharmacy, University of Illinois (2000)
Contributions
- McGraw, J., Bichler, K. & Cherney, M., The Relative Role of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 in Eplerenone MetabolismMequon.
- McGraw, J.(2018).Opportunities and obstacles in genotypic prediction of cytochrome P450 phenotypes Mequon: Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology .
Presentations
- Switzer, J., Hoefs, M., Bichler, K. & McGraw, J., (2020).Palmitoyl Asparagine Synthesis and Analysis. Poster. Spring 2020 National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Philadelphia, PA (cancelled due to COVID).
- McGraw, J.(2018).Advancing a Clinical Test to Optimize Drug Dose/Selection. Poster. XULA-COP 11th Health Disparities Conference. New Orleans, LA.
- McGraw, J.(2018).DEVELOPMENT OF A HEALTH DISPARITIES ORIENTED METABOLIC PHENOTYPING TOOL. Oral Presentation. XULA-COP 11th Health Disparities Conference, which convened April 19 – 20, 2018 . Saint Louis, LA.
Research Interests
- Translational environmental health research
- Pharmacogenetics
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacokinetics
- Pharmacology
Robert Mueller
Pharm.D., BCPS
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2749
Bio
Robert Mueller, Pharm.D., BCPS is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice. Dr. Mueller is a Doctor of Pharmacy graduate of the University of Minnesota and completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. His teaching and research interests include Spanish for pharmacy professionals, experiential education, preceptor development, and topics related to internal medicine.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Minnesota (2012)
- BA - Spanish and Portuguese Studies, University of Minnesota (2008)
- PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, Froedtert Hospital (2013)
Contributions
- Ray, S., Ticcioni, A., Mueller, R. & , ., (2018).Design and short-term impact of an event to promote careers in clinical pharmacy10(3, pp. 3).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning .https://www.scien...
- Mueller, R., Sias, J. & James, S., (2018).Spanish Conversation Guide Using the Pharmacists' Patient Care Process Washington, D.C.: American Pharmacists Association .
- Mueller, R.(2017).Precepting Millennials - Strategies and Tips for Teaching the Nintendo Generation20(4, pp. 4). Madison, WI: The Journal.
- Mueller, R.(2017).Development and evaluation of an intermediate-level elective course on medical Spanish for pharmacy students9(2, pp. 2).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning .
Presentations
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R. & LaDisa, A., (2021).An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Mueller, R.(2021).Cardiovascular Disease in Hispanic/Latino Patients: A focus on heart failure and considerations for pharmacists . Oral Presentation. National Hispanic Pharmacists Association Pharmacist CE Webinar Series. Virtual.
- Ray, S., Bryant, E. & Mueller, R., (2019).Long-term impact of a clinical pharmacy career event on students’ career and educational decisions . Poster. ACCP Annual Meeting. New York, New York.
- Mueller, R. & Lor, K.(2017).Viva Farmacia! Basic Spanish Primer for Pharmacists . Oral Presentation. PSW Annual Meeting. LaCross, WI.
- Mueller, R.(2017).Two is better than one - precepting multiple learners . Oral Presentation. Preceptor Development Seminar. Minneapolis and Duluth, MN.
Research Interests
- Use of Spanish within pharmacy practice
- Preceptor development
Teaching Interests
- Spanish for Pharmacy Professionals
- Experiential Education
Francesca Napolitano
PharmD, MEd
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH218
Phone: (262) 243-2780
Bio
Dr. Napolitano obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy from Northeastern University in Boston in 2017 and completed a 24-Month PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice and Academic Leadership Residency with a focus in ambulatory care at Concordia University of Wisconsin. During her residency, she served as Adjunct Faculty in the School of Pharmacy, where she taught in Applied Patient Care Lab and pharmacotherapy courses. She also completed her Master of Science in Education with a focus in Teaching and Learning at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Education during residency. Dr. Napolitano is the current Clinical Pharmacist at Progressive Community Health Centers in Milwaukee, where she provides comprehensive medication management as an ambulatory care pharmacist under a collaborative practice agreement, care management services for a cohort of medically complex and high-risk individuals, quality improvement, and runs multiple educational and support groups for patients. She enjoys teaching student pharmacists patient care skills and is the course coordinator of Applied Patient Care Lab 2 during the P1 Spring semester.
Education
- Pharm D - Northeastern University (2017)
- MS - Education, Concordia University Wisconsin (2019)
Contributions
- Napolitano, F.(2022).Implementation and analysis of a LGBTQ cultural competency module on pharmacy student knowledgeCurrents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.https://www.scien...
- Wulz, J. & Napolitano, F.(2019).Pain Management and the Opioid CrisisPharmacy Tech Topics.
Presentations
- Napolitano, F.(2021).Ambulatory Care Pharmacist Impact on Medication Adherence Quality Measures . Oral Presentation. PSW Annual Meeting. Virtual.
- Napolitano, F.(2020).Establishing and Ambulatory Care Practice. Oral Presentation. PSW Annual Meeting. Virtual.
- Napolitano, F.(2019).Cardiovascular Disease in Women. Oral Presentation. Fall Milwaukee Conference. Pewaukee, WI.
Research Interests
- Cultural Competency
- Pharmacist Impact on Quality Measures
Teaching Interests
- Applied Patient Care Skills
- Cultural Humility
Michael J. Oldani
Director - Interprofessional Education, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2779
Bio
A UW-System and Princeton-trained medical anthropologist, raised in Wisconsin, who has both worked in and studied the pharmaceutical industry over the last several decades. Lived in Canada during fieldwork, where a research and advocacy interest in mental health and vulnerable populations developed. Currently, using background to build IPE programming and looking for more engagement and connection with health and environmental issues in the future.
Education
- Ph D - Medical Anthropology , Princeton University (2006)
- MS - Anthropology (Four-Field), University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1998)
- BS - Bachelor of Science , University of Wisconsin-Parkside (1989)
Contributions
- Chappy, S., Harrison, L., Kukor, S., Oldani, M. & Suss, T., (2019).Driving Wellness Home: Academic-Community Partnership with Fresh Meals on Wheels Milwaukee, WI: Building Bridges to Evidence Based Nursing Practice.
- DeJongh, B. & Oldani, M.(2018).Case reports of interprofessional care for clients enrolled in a mental health court8(6, pp. 6).The Mental Health Clinician.
Presentations
- Suss, T. & Oldani, M.(2016)."Deprescribing in the Era of Team-Based Care - Case Studies from Psychiatry and Geriatrics. Oral Presentation. Nurses Leading Change to Advance Mental Health. Waukesha County Technical College - Pewaukee Campus.
Sarah R. Peppard
PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2757
Bio
Sarah Peppard is responsible for helping to design, coordinate, implement and evaluate all introductory and advanced pharmacy practice experiences at CUW SOP. In addition to experiential education, her teaching and practice passion is critical care. She maintains a practice in the Medical Intensive Care Unit at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin (2006)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Markiewicz, A., Parks, A., McMahon, J., Peppard, S. & Souders, P., (2019).Spontaneous Hemorrhage Associated With Synthetic Cannabinoid Use15(10, pp. 10). New York, NY: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners (JNP).
- Patel, J., Kozeniecki, M., Peppard, W., Peppard, S., Zellener, S., Graf, J., Szabo, A. & Heyland, D., (2019).Phase III Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Early Trophic Enteral Nutrition to ‘No Enteral Nutrition’ in Mechanically Ventilated Patients with Septic Shock. Thorofare, NJ: JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition..
- Peppard, S., Parks, A. & Zimmerman, J., (2018).Characterization of alteplase therapy for presumed or confirmed pulmonary embolism during cardiac arrest.75(12, pp. 12).American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.
- Peppard, S., Parks, A., Biesboer, A. & Brown, M., (2017).Characterization of Inpatient Pharmacist Practice in Wisconsin20(1, pp. 1). Madison: The Journal.
Presentations
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R. & LaDisa, A., (2021).An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Peppard, S.(2021).Drugs and Delirium: Medications and Acute Delirium Management . Oral Presentation. 2021 Wisconsin Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (WIACNS) Annual Conference. Milwaukee, WI.
- Scanlon, E., Duewell, B. & Peppard, S., (2020).Perceptions and performance impact of electronic health record-based patient cases in a critical care elective course. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Virtual.
- Peppard, S. & Theesfeld, M.(2019).Quality Assurance of APPE Assessment Tools. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S. & Yang, N., (2018).Student Perceptions Toward Longitudinal Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. PSW Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
Research Interests
- Critical Care
- Experiential Education
Teaching Interests
- Critical Care Pharmacotherapy
- Experiential Education (Introductory and Advanced)
Michael A. Pickart
Ph.D. Molecular Biology
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH246
Phone: (262) 243-2793
Bio
Dr. Pickart joined CUW in 2012 with the aim of providing quality molecular biology and genetics instruction while advancing basic and translational knowledge of the genetic variation underlying individual differences in disease and treatment response.
Education
- Ph D - Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Wisconsin (2002)
- MS - Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin (1994)
- BS - Computer Science, University of Wisconsin (1991)
Contributions
- , M., Liang, J., Hutson, L. & Pierret, C., (2016).Swimming Against the Current: Zebrafish Help Address Educational Challenges13(4, pp. 4).Zebrafish.
- Lyman Gingerich, J., Pickart, M. & Pierret, C., (2016).Education Platform at ZDM813(2, pp. 2).Zebrafish.https://www.ncbi....
- Ray, S. & Pickart, M.(2015).Integration of Pharmacogenomics at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy.18(3, pp. 3). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Giampietro, P., Armstrong, L., Stoddard, A., Blank, R., Livingston, J., Raggio, C., Rasmussen, K., Pickart, M., Lorier, R., Turner, A., Sund, S., Sobrera, N., Neptune, E., Sweetser, D., Santiago-Cornier, A. & Broeckel, U., (2014).Whole exome sequencing identifies a POLRID mutation segregating in a father and two daughters with findings of Klippel±Feil and Treacher Collins syndromesJan (167A)(1, pp. 1).Am J Med Genet Part A.https://onlinelib...
- Pickart, M. & Klee, E.(2014).Zebrafish Approaches Enhance the Translational Research Tackle Box163(2, pp. 2).Translational Research .https://www.scien...
Presentations
- Pickart, M., Grahl, J., Huybrecht, J. & Pha, L., (2020).New Directions: Albinism in Tanzanian--Implications for Cancer Prevention. Lecture. CUW SOP Monthly Department Seminar Series. Mequon, WI.
Research Interests
- Pharmacogenomics
- Tissue Engineering
Teaching Interests
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
Sarah Ray
PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA
Department Chair - Department of Pharmacy Practice, Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH258
Phone: (262) 243-2795
Bio
Sarah Ray coordinates a semester-long course in the Applied Patient Care lab series and teaches in a pharmacogenomics elective and ambulatory care practice elective. She also practices as a clinical pharmacist at Milwaukee Health Services, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Milwaukee. She is director of a Post Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) community-based pharmacy residency program sponsored by CUWSOP. She co-precepts a PGY1 pharmacy practice resident at the clinic site. She also co-precepts an ambulatory care Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) rotation at the clinic as well as an academic APPE at CUWSOP. Sarah is active within pharmacy professional organizations, and is currently president of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Pharmacy Practice and Management.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, Creighton University (1997)
- Aurora Health Care (1998)
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, BPS (2002)
Contributions
- Schaller, A., Mondloch, A., Schwind, A., Mauer, E. & Ray, S., (2021).Osteoporosis: A Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy Review Highlighting the Parathyroid Hormone Analogues and their Place in Therapy24(6, pp. 6). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Ray, S.(2019).Don’t HESITATE to make a vaccine recommendation! 22(5, pp. 5). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Ray, S., Bellone, J., Zupec, N. & Bartelme, K., (2019).Retention of students’ ability to incorporate a computer into simulated patient encounters. 82(10, pp. 10).American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.https://www.ajpe....
- Ray, S., Ticcioni, A., Mueller, R. & , ., (2018).Design and short-term impact of an event to promote careers in clinical pharmacy10(3, pp. 3).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning .https://www.scien...
Presentations
- Ray, S.(2021).Pediatric Vaccine Administration. Lecture. Mequon, WI.
- Ray, S.(2020).Pediatric Vaccine Administration. Lecture. Mequon, WI.
- Ray, S.(2020).Ambulatory Care Networking Session. Oral Presentation. PSW Ambulatory Care Advisory Board . Mequon, WI.
- Ray, S., Bryant, E. & Mueller, R., (2019).Long-term impact of a clinical pharmacy career event on students’ career and educational decisions . Poster. ACCP Annual Meeting. New York, New York.
- Ray, S.(2019).Impact of a pharmacist led diabetes support group in an urban, underserved population. Poster. PSW Annual Meeting. Green Bay, WI.
Research Interests
- Underserved patient care services
- Communication skills of pharmacy students and pharmacists
Teaching Interests
- Applied Patient Care Skills- focus on ambulatory care
- Immunization Delivery
Joseph R. Rinka
PharmD, BCPS
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH 250
Phone: (262) 243-2785
Bio
Professor Rinka teaches cardiology in the classroom and in experiential education. He practices at an academic medical center as part of an advanced heart failure team. His research focuses on multiple cardiovascular diseases.
Education
- Pharm D - University of Wisconsin (2006)
Research Interests
- Antithrombotic use in complex cardiology cases
- Management of refractory vasoplegia
Teaching Interests
- Cardiology
- Heart Failure
Daniel Sem
Vice Provost - Research and Innovation, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2778
Education
- JD - Intellectual Property; Corporate Law, Marquette University (2015)
- Ph D - Biochemistry, UW-Madison (1990)
- MBA - Marquette University (2013)
- BS - Biochemistry, UW-MIlwaukee (1986)
Contributions
- Sem, D.(2021).Chronic oral administration of a novel estrogen receptor beta agonist enhances memory and alleviates drug-induced vasodilation in young ovariectomized mice130Hormones and Behavior.
- Sem, D.(2020).Synthesis and evaluation of 17a-trazolyl and 9a-cyano derivatives of estradiol. 28Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry.
- Sem, D.(2019).Discovery and Characterization of Xanthene Inhibitors of DUSP5 as Potential Photodynamic Therapeutics(375, pp. 375).Journal of Photochemistry.
- Sem, D.(2019).Role of Conserved Histidine and Serine in CXXXXXRS Motif of Human Dual-Specificity Phosphatase 559Journal; of Chemical Inf. and Modeling.
- Sem, D.(2018).Donaldson, W.A. (2018) Synthesis and evaluation of 4-cycloheptyllphenols as Selective Estrogen Receptor-beta Agonists (SERBAs) to Enhance Memory Consolidation under Low-estrogen Conditions(157, pp. 157).European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry.
Research Interests
- Drug design and development
- Intellectual property
Teaching Interests
- Entrepreneurship
- Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design
Nancy Stoehr
PharmD, FACA, FAPC
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building ph131
Phone: (262) 243-2765
Bio
Dr. Nancy Stoehr earned her PharmD from the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Pharmacy in 2006 and is currently enrolled in the Master of Education – Teaching and Learning program at Concordia University Wisconsin. Nancy has been carrying out her vocation as an Assistant Professor at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy since 2012 where her teaching focus is pharmaceutical dosage forms and extemporaneous pharmaceutical compounding for the community patient. She is a Fellow of the American College of Apothecaries (ACA) and a Fellow of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC). Nancy also serves as an Educational Consultant and Midwest Region Director for the American College of Apothecaries. In collaboration with ACA and Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy, she offers a variety of ACPE accredited compounding training workshops at CUWs state of the art compounding facilities and has experiences with both national and international community compounders. Please see the the following www.acainfo.org/compounding for training courses offered at all locations. Nancy obtained her certification as a PCAB, Pharmacy, and DMEPOS Consultant through the Accreditation Counsel of Health Care in 2020. She is the owner of “The Community Compounder’s Consultant” which is a consulting business specializing in best practice standards in community compounding both nationally and abroad. Nancy is also dedicated to Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International at both a national level as part of the education committee and at a university level as the faculty adviser for Concordia’s CPFI student chapter. Her research focuses on stability and quality of compounded dosage forms, formulation development, and community compounding documentation systems. She looks forward to continuing the incorporation of service to patients in the community, interprofessional communication, teambuilding, and research for the betterment of community patients. She enjoys incorporating practice and research into her education of pharmacy technicians, pharmacists and future pharmacists.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of WI - Madison (2006)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Biesboer, A. & Stoehr, N.(2016).A Product Review of Alternative Oil-Based Intravenous Fat Emulsions Nutrition in Clinical Practice.
Presentations
- Stoehr, N.(2021).Compounding Documentation Standards from the USP: A Practical Review. Oral Presentation. Optimizing Non-sterile Compounding. zoom.
- Stoehr, N.(2021).Non-sterile Compounding: Formulation and Beyond Use Dating. Oral Presentation. Optimizing Non-sterile Compounding. zoom.
- Stoehr, N.(2020).Introduction to Compounding. Oral Presentation. Dermatologic Compounding. webinar.
- Stoehr, N.(2020).Disease States - Acne. Oral Presentation. Dermatologic Compounding. webinar.
- Stoehr, N.(2020).Disease States - Psoriasis. Oral Presentation. Dermatologic Compounding. webinar.
Research Interests
- Compounding documentation in community pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical formulation of dosage forms
Teaching Interests
- Compounding for the community patient
- Spirituality in healthcare
Ernest Stremski
MD, MBA
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH129
Phone: (262) 243-2772
Bio
Dr. Stremski is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician who is Medical Director of the CUW PA Program and teaches Pharmacology in the Pharmacy and Physician Assistant programs. He is the supervising physician for the CUW Student Health Center. Dr Stremski currently practices Pediatric Urgent Care with Advocate Aurora and has over 25 years of experience working at Children's Hospital, Wisconsin.
Education
- MD - Medical Doctor, Medical College of Wisconsin (1986)
- MBA - Cardinal Stritch University (2000)
- BS - Medical Microbiology, UW LaCrosse (1982)
Presentations
- Stremski, E.(2017).Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy for Physician Assistant Student. Poster. Faculty Poster Session. CUW.
- Buckley, E. & Stremski, E.(2015).Social and Administrative Sciences Section: Innovations in Interprofessional Education Roundtables. . Oral Presentation. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting, Washington D.C.. Washington, DC.
Research Interests
- PA Didactic Education - Pharmacology focus
- PA Ultrasound Education - CIRG Funded
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacology
- Pathophysiology
Melissa L. Theesfeld
PharmD
Director of Experiential Education, Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH213
Phone: (262) 243-2769
Bio
Melissa Theesfeld is responsible for the design, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of all introductory and advanced pharmacy practice experiences at CUW SOP. Her teaching and research interests include experiential education and the professional development of students. She serves as a faculty advisor to students, a faculty mentor to pharmacy residents, and as the faculty liaison and Board of Directors member to the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.<br>
Education
- Pharm D - University of Wisconsin (2006)
- BS - Medical Microbiology & Immunology, University of Wisconsin (2000)
- Froedtert Hospital (2007)
- Froedtert Hospital (2008)
Contributions
- Brown, M., Buckley, E., Burlage, R., Kostrzewa, A., Peppard, S., Ray, S., Stoehr, N. & Theesfeld, M., (2021).Concordia University School of Pharmacy COVID-19-Focused Health Initiatives Virtual Pharmacy Education 2021: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
- Theesfeld, M., Beaupre, N. & O'Brien, B., (2019).Working with the Wheel: Precepting with the Pharmacists’ Patient Care Process22(5, pp. 5). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.http://www.pswi.o...
- Baganz, K. & Theesfeld, M.(2018).Taking Fear out of the Pharmacy: Creating a Positive Environment for Learners21(3, pp. 3). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.http://www.pswi.o...
- Latva, S., Teske, J. & Theesfeld, M., (2017).A Health System's Experience with a Longitudinal Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience20(5, pp. 5). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.http://www.pswi.o...
- Theesfeld, M. & Peppard, S.(2016).Great Expectations: Making Sure You and Your Learner are on the Same Page19(3, pp. 3). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Presentations
- Theesfeld, M.(2021).Capitalizing on COVID. Keynote/Plenary Address. 2021 Annual Meeting. Green Bay, WI.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R. & LaDisa, A., (2021).An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M.(2021).Professional Engagement: Getting and Staying Involved. Lecture. Madison, WI.
- Peppard, S. & Theesfeld, M.(2019).Quality Assurance of APPE Assessment Tools. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S. & Yang, N., (2018).Student Perceptions Toward Longitudinal Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. PSW Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
Research Interests
- Student Professional Development
- Experiential Education
Teaching Interests
- Experiential Education
- Student Professional Development
Victoria R. Valentine Brouner
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2746
Bio
Dr. Valentine Brouner teaches Social and Behavioral Pharmacy and Patient Care Ethics. In collaboration with PSW, she is the Principle Investigator for the Wisconsin Tech-Check-Tech Pilot Study.
Education
- Ph D - Social and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2016)
- MS - Social and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2012)
- BS - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1997)
- Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2001)
- Registered Nursing, Madison Area Technical College (1987)
Research Interests
- Promoting Patient Safety
- Facilitating Medication Reconciliation Processes
Teaching Interests
- Professional Ethical Decision Making
- Inter-professional Education
Scott G. Van Ornum
Ph.D.
Program Director, Associate Professor
Office: Loeber Hall 010
Phone: (262) 243-4488
Bio
Dr. Scott Van Ornum teaches Organic Chemistry I and II and Advanced Organic Chemistry. He is the Director of Concordia’s Master of Science in Product Development program where he teaches courses related to process chemistry. His research interests include the synthesis of polyquinanes via the Pauson-Khand reaction and synthesis of neuromuscular blocking compounds.<br><br><br><br>
Education
- Ph D - Organic Chemistry, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1998)
- BS - Chemistry, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (1992)
Contributions
- Lewandowski, N., Bichler, K., Fisher, L., Sullivan, B., Korman, M., Paz, E., Imhoff, A. & , ., (2020).Process Development of the Weiss−Cook Reaction for the Preparation of cis-1,5-Dimethylbicyclo[3.3.0]octane-3,7-dione in the Undergraduate Organic Laboratory97(10, pp. 10). On-Line: Journal of Chemical Education.https://pubs.acs....
Research Interests
- Polyquinanes via the Pauson-Khand Reaction
- Neuromuscular Blocking Compounds
Teaching Interests
- Organic Chemistry
- Process Chemistry Development
Jordan L. Wulz
PharmD, MPH, BC-ADM
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building 272
Phone: (262) 243-2797
Bio
Dr. Jordan Wulz is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy (CUWSOP). Dr. Wulz earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University and his Master of Public Health degree from Samford University. Dr. Wulz has also completed two years of post-graduate residency specializing in ambulatory care and public health with Samford University and the Jefferson County Department of Health. Currently he teaches pain management within the Pharmacotherapy sequence, and coordinates an Applied Patient Care course in the third professional year of pharmacy school. He also practices at Ascension Wisconsin in an outpatient pain management clinic two days a week. Dr. Wulz is passionate about teaching: "Teaching is one of the greatest responsibilities one can have. I feel blessed to have been called to this field and want to use this opportunity to nurture learners as they take on a challenging curriculum. Teaching pain management is especially important to me as I have seen the value of compassion in this topic. My goal is to develop motivated learners into passionate and caring practitioners.”
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, Palm Beach Atlantic University (2015)
- MPH, Samford University (2017)
- PGY1 Residency, Public Health, Samford University/Jefferson County Department of Health (2016)
- PGY2 Residency, Ambulatory Care, Samford University/Jefferson County Department of Health (2017)
Contributions
- Wulz, J. & Napolitano, F.(2019).Pain Management and the Opioid CrisisPharmacy Tech Topics.
- Wulz, J.(2018).Treating Opioid-Use Disorder -- X:BOT Offers a Pragmatic ApproachiForumRx.
- Skelley, J., Wulz, J. & Thibodeaux, A., (2018).Implementation of an electronic medical record simulation activity aligned with the Pharmacist Patient Care Process in an ambulatory care elective course18(1, pp. 1).Pharmacy Education.http://pharmacyed...
- Wulz, J., Sung, H., Dugan, B., Wensel, T., Lander, R. & Manzella, B., (2017).The pharmacist role in the development and implementation of a naloxone prescription program in Alabama57(2, pp. 2).Journal of the American Pharmacists Association.http://dx.doi.org...
- Nornoo, A., Wulz, J., Yoon, H., Nan, Y. & Lese, M., (2016).Impact of the chemical and physical stability of ketoprofen compounded in various pharmaceutical bases on its topical and transdermal delivery21(2, pp. 2).Pharmaceutical Development and Technology.http://dx.doi.org...
Research Interests
- Pain Management
- Public Health
Teaching Interests
- Pain Management
- Public Health