At Concordia University Wisconsin, pharmacist instructors serve both students and patients on a daily basis, ensuring that a CUW Pharmacy education is current, practical, and exceptional.
Dean Arneson
Dean - School of Pharmacy, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2753
Email: dean.arneson@cuw.edu
Bio
Earned Pharm.D., M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Previously taught at Ferris State, Nova Southeastern and U. of Oklahoma
Education
- Ph D - Pharmaceutical Science, University of Nebraska Medical Center (1991)
- MS - Pharmaceutical Science, University of Nebraska Medical Center (1985)
- Pharmacy, University of Nebraska Medical Center (1981)
Contributions
- Arneson, D., Bobrow, H. & Bickman, L., (2014).Legal Implications for Pharmacy: Regulatory Agencies with Pharmacy Oversight, Legal Requirements for Filling a Prescription and Political Advocacy. Pharmacy Student Survival Guide 3rd Edition.(3rd, pp. 3rd). New York, New York: McGraw Hill Education Medical.
- Arneson, D.(2013).Professionalism and Ethics. Pharmacy and the US Heath Care System.(4th).(pp. 4th). London: Pharmaceutical Press.
- Droege, M., Marsh, W. & Arneson, D., (2005).2004 Florida Pharmacist compensation and Labor Survey Tallahassee, FL : Florida Pharmacy Today.
- Arneson, D.(2005).Solutions for Compliance with HIIPPA RegulationsDrug Topics.
Presentations
- Arneson, D.(2018).The Pharmacist’s Perspective and Involvement in Public Health. Oral Presentation. First International Congress of Hospital Pharmacy. Lima Peru.
- Arneson, D.(2017).Historical Perspective on the Use of Cannabis Medically and Recreationally Throughout the World. Oral Presentation. Norbert Wiener University Faculty of Pharmacy Conference. Lima Peru.
- Arneson, D.(2017).Development of Clinical Pharmacy in the United States and the Importance of the Professional Pharmaceutical Participation in the Health Care Team. Oral Presentation. 19th Congress of the Pharmaceutical Federation of South America. Lima Peru.
- Arneson, D.(2017).The Pharmacist Perspective on the Development anduse of Herbal Remedies in the Global Environment . Oral Presentation. Norbert Wiener University Faculty of Pharmacy Conference. Lima Peru.
- Arneson, D.(2017).Evolution and Overview of the Practice of Pharmacy/Health Care Program Offered at Concordia University. Oral Presentation. Matsuyama Ehime Prefecture, Japan.
Kassandra M. Bartelme Pharm.D., BCACP
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2790
Email: kassandra.bartelme@cuw.edu
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. After residency, Dr. Bartelme took a position as a faculty member at Concordia University School of Pharmacy. She currently teaches in the Applied Patient Care courses, the women's health pharmacotherapy module, and co-coordinates the women's health elective. She is an ambulatory care pharmacist at the Ascension Columbia-St. Mary's Germantown Clinic where she provides anticoagulation monitoring services, diabetes management services, and comprehensive medication reviews. 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
- 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.
- Bellone, J., Ray, S. & Bartelme, K., (2016).Retention of students’ ability to incorporate a computer into simulated patient encounters. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Anaheim, California.
Research Interests
- Women's health education
- Clinical documentation
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacy practice skills
- Women's health
Douglas J. Borys PharmD, DABAT, FAACT
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building 237
Phone: (262) 243-2787
Email: douglas.borys@cuw.edu
Bio
Many years ago I felt a calling into the profession of pharmacy. Over the ensuing decades that calling has taking me down a road of clinical toxicology, administration, service and now teaching. Today my focus is on sharing with the practitioners of tomorrow the world of clinical toxicology and pharmacology. In addition I am blessed with the ability to be part of the toxicology service at the Wisconsin Poison Center. Plus I touch community pharmacy by working as a relief pharmacist.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, Shenandoah University (2004)
- BS - Pharmacy, University of Minnesota (1979)
Contributions
- Teijido, J., Kempf, D., Borys, D. & Zosel, A., (2019).A review of lacosamide exposures as reported to U. S. poison centers New York, NY : Journal of Medical Toxicology .
- Feldman, R., Stanton, M., Borys, D., Gummin, D. & Kostic, M., (2019).Bromethalin Rodenticide Exposures Reported to US Poison Centers Philadelphia, PA: Clinical Toxicology .
- Stanton, M. & Borys, D.Outcomes of Amiodarone Exposures Reported to US Poison Centers Chicago, IL : 2018 North American Congress of Clinical Toxicology .
- Borys, D., Ryan , K. & Schabold, J., (2017).Hot Tox: one center’s experience with drug-induced hyperthermia55(7, pp. 7). Philadelphia, PA: Clinical Toxicology, 55:7, 689-868,.
- Ng, P., Bebarta, V., Borys, D., Sessions, D. & Maddry , J., (2017).Using Pill Identification Calls to Poison Centers as a Marker of Drug Abuse In Three Texas Military Bases110(11, pp. 11). Birmingham, AL: Southern Medical Journal .
Presentations
- Borys, D.(2019).Toxidromes. Lecture. 2019 Great Midwest Conference. Kohler, WI.
- Stoehr, N., Biesboer, A. & Borys, D., (2016).Discussing the intersection of Christian faith and healthcare through an elective course, Faith and Health Professions. Oral Presentation. Association of Lutheran College Faculties Conference Meeting 2016. Mequon, WI.
Research Interests
- Investigating the clinical toxicology of new medications
- Using poison center data to better the care of the poisoned patient.
Teaching Interests
- The practice of clinical toxicology.
- Helping others to appreciate how faith and spirituality impact Health and medical care.
Michael C. Brown PharmD
Associate Dean - School of Pharmacy, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2761
Email: michael.brown@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
- Bartelme, K. & Brown, M.(2016).Development and Evaluation of Students’ Skills Critiquing Clinical DocumentationDevelopment and Evaluation of Students’ Skills Critiquing Clinical Documentation7(1, pp. 1). Minneapolis, MN: Innovations in Pharmacy.https://pubs.lib....
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
Emily E. Bryant Pharm.D., BCPS
Phone: (262) 243-2784
Email: emily.bryant@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Bryant received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Concordia University Wisconsin in 2014 after completing pre-pharmacy coursework at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She completed post-graduate residency training at Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee, WI (2015). After residency, she has practiced as an inpatient clinical pharmacist in acute care and the emergency department. She has been a faculty member at Concordia University School of pharmacy since 2017. Dr. Bryant currently practices on an acute care/post-surgical GI/GU unit at Aurora St. Luke’s medical center. At CUWSOP, she coordinates a course in the Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) series which focuses on career planning and preparation. Dr. Bryant is a co-coordinator of the residency area of emphasis program, and also teaches pharmacotherapy content in the GI unit, in addition to being heavily involved in the second year Applied Patient Care series courses.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, Concordia University Wisconsin (2014)
- Aurora Health Care, Metro Inc. (2015)
Contributions
- Bryant, E., Kroll, D. & Lokken, J., (2018).To Infinity... and Beyond! Pearls for Launching a Successful Career as a New Pharmacy Preceptor22(4, pp. 4). Madison, WI: J Pharm Soc Wis.
Presentations
- 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.
- Bryant, E. & Persells, D.(2018).Utilizing the Electronic Health Record for Antimicrobial Stewardship. Oral Presentation. University of Wisconsin Clinical Conference - Updates in Infectious Diseases. Middleton, WI.
Research Interests
- Career Exploration
- Development of Patient Care Skills/Precepting
Teaching Interests
- Experiential Education
- Residency Preparation
Elizabeth Buckley PharmD, CDE
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH217
Phone: (262) 243-2766
Email: beth.buckley@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
- Buckley, E.(2015).2015 Update: Current Guideline Recommendations for the ABCs of Diabetes. Nov/Dec 2015 Madison, WI: Journal of Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Presentations
- 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 .
- 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.
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
Email: robert.burlage@cuw.edu
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 - Microbiology, Columbia University (1986)
- MS - Biology, Duquesne University (1981)
- BA - Biology, Rutgers University (1979)
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
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2799
Email: uvidelio.castillo@cuw.edu
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 - Organic Chemistry, Universidad de Los Andes Mérida (1996)
- MS - Applied analytical Chemistry, Universidad de Los Andes Mérida (1994)
- 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
- Of interest is the analysis and kinetics of antibiotics in the human body.
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
Email: chris.cunningham@cuw.edu
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: Drug and Consumer Product Design
Beth DeJongh Pharm.D., BCPS, BCPP
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2788
Email: beth.dejongh@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
- 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.
- Pena, A., DeJongh, B., Haas, M. & Bury, M., (2018).Overcoming barriers to monitoring patients taking second generation antipsychotics8(2, pp. 2).The Mental Health Clinician.
- Harms, M., Haas, M., Larew, J. & DeJongh, B., (2017).Impact of a mental health clinical pharmacist on a primary care mental health integration team.7(3, pp. 3).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
Email: lynne.fehrenbacher@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
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
Email: anne.ladisa@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
- Radish, A., Smith, C., Parks, A. & LaDisa, A., (2016).Evaluation of the Centralized Production of Intracameral Moxifloxacin for Cataract Surgery and its Impact on Cost Reduction. Poster. ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition. Las Vegas, NV.
- LaDisa, A.(2016).Improvisational Exercises to Improve Pharmacist and Pharmacy Student Communication Skills. Oral Presentation. Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy Department of Pharmacy Practice Seminar/Workshop. Mequon, WI.
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
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2763
Email: tracy.kosinski@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
- Meidl, T., Woller, T., Brierton, D. & Iglar, A., (2008).Implementation of pharmacy services in a telemedicine intensive care unit65(15, pp. 15).American Journal of Health-Systems Pharmacists.
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
Email: audrey.kostrzewa@cuw.edu
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)
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
Phone: (262) 243-2742
Email: james.lokken@cuw.edu
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 - Education, Concordia University of Wisconsin (2016)
- MS - Chemistry, South Dakota State University (2010)
- BS - Applied Science, University of Wisconsin Stout (2008)
Research Interests
- Population Health Management for Rural and Urban Underserved Patients
- Underserved Patient-Centered Care
Teaching Interests
- Population Health Managment
- Social Determinants of Health
Gary M. Masse Ph.D., Certified Sustainability Manager
Associate Professor
Office: Heidelberg Hall 005
Phone: (262) 243-2094
Email: gary.masse@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Masse teaches in the School of Pharmacy and the Batterman School of Business including courses in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Business Statistics and Sustainability & Social Entrepreneurship.
Education
- Ph D - Chemistry, University of Windsor (1977)
- BS - Honours Chemistry, University of Windsor (1974)
- Marketing, University of Western Ontario (1990)
- Natural Products Synthesis, University of Wisconsin - Madison (1979)
- Sustainability, Everblue Training LLC (2013)
Research Interests
- Life Cycle Analysis
- Preparing Business Students in Mathematics
Teaching Interests
- Corporate Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship
- Business Statistics
Joseph E. McGraw
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2758
Email: joseph.mcgraw@cuw.edu
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.(2018).Opportunities and obstacles in genotypic prediction of cytochrome P450 phenotypes Mequon: Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology .
Presentations
- 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
Email: robert.mueller@cuw.edu
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
- 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.
- Mueller, R.(2017).Publishing your residency project . Oral Presentation. Resident Research Symposium. Froedtert Hospital.
- Mueller, R., Ray, S., Ticcioni, A. & Suss, A., (2017).Description and evaluation of an event to promote careers in clinical pharmacy.. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Nashville, Tennessee.
Research Interests
- Use of Spanish within pharmacy practice
- Preceptor development
Teaching Interests
- Spanish for Pharmacy Professionals
- Experiential Education
Michael J. Oldani
IPE Coordinator - Interprofessional Education, Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2779
Email: michael.oldani@cuw.edu
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.
Ann Parks Pharm.D, BCPS
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2796
Email: ann.parks@cuw.edu
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin (2006)
- MBA - Management, Concordia University Wisconsin (Anticipated) (2019)
- BS - Biology, University of Wisconsin (2002)
- PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, Aurora Health Care, St. Luke’s Medical Center (2007)
- PGY-2 Specialty Residency: Critical Care, Providence Health Care, Sacred Heart Medical Center (2008)
Contributions
- Peppard, S., Parks, A. & Zimmerman, J., (2018).Characterization of alteplase use for pulmonary embolism during cardiac arrest. 75(12, pp. 12). Bethesda, MD: American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy.
- Peppard, S., Parks, A., Biesboer, A. & Brown, M., (2017).Characterization of Inpatient Pharmacist Practice in Wisconsin20(1, pp. 1). Madison: The Journal.
Presentations
- Radish, A., Smith, C., Parks, A. & LaDisa, A., (2016).Evaluation of the Centralized Production of Intracameral Moxifloxacin for Cataract Surgery and its Impact on Cost Reduction. Poster. ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition. Las Vegas, NV.
- LaDisa, A., Parks, A. & Grzendzielewski, C., (2015).Flipped Topic Discussions for Acute Care Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Education Conference. Madison, WI.
Research Interests
- Critical Care
- Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Teaching Interests
- Critical Care
- Medication Safety
Sarah R. Peppard PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2757
Email: sarah.peppard@cuw.edu
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
- Peppard, S., Parks, A. & Zimmerman, J., (2018).Characterization of alteplase use for pulmonary embolism during cardiac arrest. 75(12, pp. 12). Bethesda, MD: American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy.
- Peppard, S., Parks, A., Biesboer, A. & Brown, M., (2017).Characterization of Inpatient Pharmacist Practice in Wisconsin20(1, pp. 1). Madison: The Journal.
- 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.
- Peppard, S. & Theesfeld, M.(2013).Ask not what you can do for your students; ask what your students can do for you: Strategies for incorporating multiple levels of learners16(6, pp. 6). Madison, WI: The Journal.
Presentations
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S. & Yang, N., (2018).Student Perceptions Toward Longitudinal Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. PSW Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S. & Yang, N., (2017).An Evaluation of Interprofessional Practice during Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
- Peppard, S. & Theesfeld, M.(2015).Student Perceptions of Quality Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Characteristics. Poster. ASHP National Pharmacy Preceptors Conference. Washington, DC.
- Peppard, S. & Theesfeld, M.(2015).Comparison of Rubric-Derived and Preceptor-Perceived Grades for APPE Rotations. Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Washington, DC.
Research Interests
- Critical Care
- Experiential Education
Teaching Interests
- Critical Care Pharmacotherapy
- Experiential Education (Introductory and Advanced)
Michael A. Pickart Ph.D. Molecular Biology
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH246
Phone: (262) 243-2793
Email: michael.pickart@cuw.edu
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
- 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...
- Giampietro, P., Raggio, C., Blank, R., McCarty, C., Broeckel, U. & Pickart, M., (2013).Clinical, genetic, and environmental factors associated with congenital vertebral malformations4(1-2, pp. 1-2).Molecular Syndromology.https://www.ncbi....
Research Interests
- Pharmacogenomics
- Tissue Engineering
Teaching Interests
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
Sarah Ray PharmD, BCPS, FAPhA
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH258
Phone: (262) 243-2795
Email: sarah.ray@cuw.edu
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
- 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...
- Ray, S.(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://ac.els-cd...
- Ray, S. & Valdovinos, K.(2016).Assessment of students' ability to incorporate a computer into increasingly complex simulated patient encounters9(1, pp. 1).Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
Presentations
- 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.
- Ray, S.(2019).Impact of applied improvisation on student pharmacists’ patient communication skills . Poster. AACP Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- O'Dowd, S., Ray, S. & (2018).Creation of a pharmacist led diabetes support group in an urban, underserved population . Poster. ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting. Anaheim, California.
- Ball, C., Napolitano, F., Ray, S. & (2018).Implementation and Analysis of a Comprehensive Medication Review Protocol and Collaborative Practice Agreement in a Federally Qualified Health Center . Poster. ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting. Anaheim, California.
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
Terry-Elinor Reid Ph.D. Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building 221
Phone: (262) 243-2764
Email: Terry-Elinor.Reid@cuw.edu
Education
- Ph D - Pharmaceutical Sciences, Howard University (2015)
- BS - Chemical Engineering, Howard University (2005)
Research Interests
- Rational Drug design and discovery of HIV Latency Reversing Agents
- Rational Drug design and discovery of Anti-Cancer agents
Teaching Interests
- Medicinal Chemistry of drugs
- Rational Drug Discovery/Computer-Aided Drug Discovery & Design
Joseph R. Rinka
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH 250
Phone: (262) 243-2785
Email: joseph.rinka@cuw.edu
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
- Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy (2006)
Research Interests
- Antithrombotic use in complex cardiology cases
- Management of refractory vasoplegia
Teaching Interests
- Cardiology
- Heart Failure
Sandra Slater P.h.D., M.S.
Office: Pharmacy Building 233
Phone: (262) 243-2744
Email: Sandra.Slater@cuw.edu
Education
- Ph D - Public Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Chicago (2005)
- MS - Public Service Management, DePaul University (1996)
- BA - History, Butler University (1990)
Presentations
- Slater, S.(2019).Meet me at the park: Transforming parks and improving access to play spaces. Oral Presentation. Active Living Conference. Charleston, SC.
- Slater, S. & (2019).Encouraging “Active Learning”: Assessing implementation of Head Start’s physical activity requirements within the teaching and learning environment. Poster. Active Living Conference. Charleston, SC.
- Slater, S.(2019).Leveraging community assets to increase use of newly renovated parks: Lessons learned from the Park Advisory Council Capacity Building Initiative (PAC CBI) . Poster. Active Living Conference. Charleston, SC.
Research Interests
- How policies and environments influence health behavior
- Disease management in community settings
Teaching Interests
- Prevention and Public Health
- Population-level and Public Health Research Methods
Tzvia I. Springer PhD
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building 244
Phone: (262) 243-2768
Email: tzvia.springer@cuw.edu
Bio
We are interested in studying bacterial exotoxins structure and function by utilizing biophysical, biochemical, and microbiology techniques in the laboratory. Other projects include identifying mechanism of action behind natural products targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections.
Education
- Ph D - Microbiology, Miami University (2016)
- BS - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Clarion University of Pennsylvania (2010)
Contributions
- Springer, T., Johns, C., Cable, J., Lee, A., Lin, B., Sadayappan, S., Finley, N. & , ., (2017).Calcium-dependent interaction occurs between slow skeletal myosin binding protein C and calmodulin.Magnetochemistry.
- Springer, T., Johns, C., Emerson, C., Finley, N., , . & , ., (2017).Interaction with adenylate cyclase toxin from Bordetella pertussis affects the metal binding properties of calmodulinFEBS Open Bio.
- Springer, T., Johns, C., Cable, J., Lee, A., Lin, B., Sadayappan, S., Finley, N. & , ., Isoform-specific differences in skeletal and cardiac myosin binding protein C proteins modulate fold and functionBMC Biochemistry.
- Springer, T., Goebel, E., Hariraju, D., Finley, N., , . & , ., (2014).Mutation in the beta-hairpin of the Bordetella pertussis adenylate cyclase toxin modulates N-lobe conformation in calmodulin
Presentations
- Wichman, A. & Springer, T.(2019).Structure and functional characterization of monocysteine mutants in Exotoxin Y from Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Poster. UW-Green Bay Undergraduate System Symposium. Green Bay, WI.
Research Interests
- Bacterial Exotoxins
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections
Teaching Interests
- Microbiology
- Protein Structure
Nancy Stoehr PharmD, FACA, FIACP
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building ph131
Phone: (262) 243-2765
Email: nancy.stoehr@cuw.edu
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 International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists (IACP). 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 in the pharmacy schools state of the art compounding facilities. Please see the the following www.acainfo.org/compounding for training courses offered at all locations. Also, the following specific courses are offered on the CUW campus: www.acainfo.org/fundamental and www.acainfo.org/veterinary. 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 and formulation development as well as scholarship of teaching and learning within the non-sterile compounding laboratory. Nancy has a background in sterile compounding as a home infusion pharmacist and as a hospital pharmacist. She enjoys incorporating faith, practice, and research into her education of technicians, pharmacists and future pharmacists.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of WI - Madison (2006)
Contributions
- Biesboer, A. & Stoehr, N.(2016).A Product Review of Alternative Oil-Based Intravenous Fat Emulsions Nutrition in Clinical Practice.
Presentations
- Suss, T. & Stoehr, N.(2019).Keeping Seniors Safe Through Student Interprofessional Home Assessments: A Fresh Meals on Wheels Collaboration. Oral Presentation. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- Stoehr, N., Colton, S. & Emily, G., (2019).Interprofessional Home Safety Pilot For At-risk Seniors. Poster. NABP Annual Meeting. Minneapolis, MN.
- Stoehr, N.(2019).Animal Disease States and Dosage Forms. Oral Presentation. Veterinary Compounding Essentials. Mequon, WI.
- Stoehr, N.(2019).Veterinary Regulatory and Marketing Considerations. Oral Presentation. Veterinary Compounding Essentials. Mequon, WI.
- Stoehr, N.(2019).Formulation of and regulatory oversight of compounded products for dermatologic applications. Oral Presentation. Dermatological Compounding with Pain Management. TN.
Research Interests
- Pharmaceutical formulation of dosage forms
- Pharmaceutical dosage form stability
Teaching Interests
- Compounding for the community patient
- Spirituality in healthcare
Ernest Stremski MD, MBA
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH129
Phone: (262) 243-2772
Email: ernest.stremski@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Stremski is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician who is Medical Director of the CUW PA Program and teaches Pharmacology in the Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, and Nurse Practitioner programs.
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
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacology (Pharm D and PA programs)
- Pathophysiology (PA and NP Programs)
Travis W. Suss PharmD, BCGP
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH 270
Phone: (262) 243-2738
Email: travis.suss@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Suss received his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2012 and completed his PGY-1 residency at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee. He is a Board Certified Geriatrioc Pharmacist and practiced as a clinical pharmacist for three years at the Milwaukee VA prior to joining the CUWSOP faculty in August 2015.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Pharmacy (2012)
- BS - Kinesiology - Exercise Science, University of Wisconsin - Madison (2007)
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.
Presentations
- Suss, T.(2019).The CBD Craze; Implications for the Older Adult. Oral Presentation. THE WISCONSIN UPDATE IN GERIATRIC MEDICINE & BOARD REVIEW. Fontana, WI.
- Suss, T. & Stoehr, N.(2019).Keeping Seniors Safe Through Student Interprofessional Home Assessments: A Fresh Meals on Wheels Collaboration. Oral Presentation. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
- Suss, T. & White, B.(2019).Evidence Based Use of Herbal and Dietary Supplements in the Elderly. Oral Presentation. Advanced Medication Management in the Elderly Conference. Delavan, WI.
- Suss, T., Decker, J., Petrie, E., Weitzman, E., Spillane, J. & Smith, E., (2019).Improving Medication Use Through Collaborative Deprescribing; a Student Pharmacist Driven Medication Surveillance Initiative. Poster. American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Annual Meeting. Portland, OR.
- Johnson, R., Suss, T., Wolfram, R. & Poulson, T., (2019).Improving Pharmacy Students’ Understanding of Complexities of Medication Adherence through use of Social Media in Geriatrics Pharmacy Elective. Poster. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin (PSW) Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
Research Interests
- Interprofessional Practice and Education
- Polypharmacy and deprescribing
Teaching Interests
- Geriatric Pharmacotherapy
- Interprofessional communication and practice
Melissa L. Theesfeld PharmD
Director of Experiential Education, Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH213
Phone: (262) 243-2769
Email: melissa.theesfeld@cuw.edu
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.
Education
- Pharm D - University of Wisconsin (2006)
- BS - Medical Microbiology & Immunology, University of Wisconsin (2000)
- Froedtert Hospital (2007)
- Froedtert Hospital (2008)
Contributions
- 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.
- Theesfeld, M. & Traynor, A.(2013).Curriculum Vitae Preparation. Roadmap to Postgraudate Training in Pharmacy. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Medical.
Presentations
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S. & Yang, N., (2018).Student Perceptions Toward Longitudinal Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. PSW Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
- Theesfeld, M.(2018).An Introduction to Precepting for Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee Campus. Lecture. CSMO Preceptor Development Series. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M.(2017).Effective Precepting. Lecture. Walgreens District Manager Meeting. Milwaukee, WI.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S. & Yang, N., (2017).An Evaluation of Interprofessional Practice during Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences. Poster. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Educational Conference. Madison, WI.
- Peppard, S. & Theesfeld, M.(2015).Student Perceptions of Quality Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Characteristics. Poster. ASHP National Pharmacy Preceptors Conference. Washington, DC.
Research Interests
- Student Professional Development
- Experiential Education
Teaching Interests
- Experiential Education
- Student Professional Development
Andrew Traynor Pharm.D., BCPS
Department Chair - Pharmacy Practice, Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH209
Phone: (262) 243-2782
Email: andrew.traynor@cuw.edu
Bio
Andrew P. Traynor, Pharm.D., BCPS is Professor and Chair of Pharmacy Practice at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy (CUWSOP). Dr. Traynor is also the Residency Director for CUWSOP’s PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency Program, a multi-site program focusing on urban underserved ambulatory care practice and academic career preparation. He also coordinates the teaching skill development of pharmacy residents in the Milwaukee area, training over 200 residents in the past nine years. Dr. Traynor’s teaching focus includes the development of patient care and leadership skills with primary teaching responsibilities in the required Servant Leadership focus of the Doctor of Pharmacy program. Dr. Traynor’s scholarship has centered on the development of curriculum to prepare leaders in pharmacy. This work has been recognized nationally through the receipt of an Innovations in Teaching award in 2010 and a Leadership Development SIG Best Manuscript Award in 2018 both from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. Dr. Traynor serves as Section Editor for Community Engagement and Leadership for Innovations in Pharmacy and Associate Editor for Peer Reviewer Development for Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning. Dr. Traynor’s focus in pharmacy practice has included the spread and sustainability of comprehensive medication management in ambulatory settings through residency education and academic and practice collaborations. In 2019, the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin awarded him the Excellence in Innovation award for his work in practice advancement through the Concordia Medication Management Accelerator. Dr. Traynor is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and completed a two-year residency in ambulatory care at the same institution. Upon residency graduation, Dr. Traynor served as Assistant Professor and Assistant Residency Director for the Ambulatory Care Residency Program at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, Duluth campus.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy (2004)
- Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties (2006)
- Ambulatory Care Pharmacy, University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy (2006)
Contributions
- Traynor, A., Borgelt, L., Rodriguez, T., Ross, L. & Schwinghammer, T., (2018).Use of a Modified Delphi Process to Define the Leadership Characteristics Expected of Pharmacy Faculty Members Arlington, VA: American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.
- Johnson, C. & Traynor, A.(2018).Identifying Student Learning Competencies for Urban Underserved Practice Using a Delphi Process. N/A.10(6, pp. 6). Chicago, IL: Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- Bzowyckyj, A., Mospan, C., Zavod, R., Traynor, A. & Janke, K., (2018).Inviting manuscripts to Leadership Experience and Development Reports (LEADeR). N/A. Chicago, IL: Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- Janke, K., Bzowyckyj, A. & Traynor, A., (2017).Editors’ Perspectives on Enhancing Manuscript Quality and Editorial Decisions Through Peer Review and Reviewer Development81(4, pp. 4). Arlington, VA: American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.
- Traynor, A., Borgelt, L., Rodriguez, T., Ross, L. & Schwinghammer, T., (2017).Identifying Leadership Expectations for All Pharmacy Faculty Members. N/A. Alexandria, Virginia: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy.
Presentations
- Welty, T., Traynor, A., Isetts, B. & Sorensen, T., (2018).The Academy’s Scholarly Responsibilities in an Era of Value-Based Practice Transformation. Oral Presentation. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. Boston, MA.
- Traynor, A.(2018).Utilizing a Strengths-Based Approach in Personalized Instruction. Oral Presentation. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Teachers Seminar. Boston, MA.
- Traynor, A., Sorensen, T. & Butler, K., (2018).Empowering Frontline Ambulatory Care Pharmacist Leadership to Advance Practice. Oral Presentation. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Annual Meeting. Denver, CO.
- Traynor, A.(2018).CMMA – A School of Pharmacy Convened Initiative to Change Practice in Wisconsin. Oral Presentation. University of Minnesota Department of Pharmaceutical Care and Health-Systems Department Seminar. Minneapolis, MN.
- Traynor, A.(2017).Navigating Peer Review. Lecture. Milwaukee Citywide Conference. Milwaukee, WI.
Research Interests
- Student Leadership, Faculty and Resident Development
- Underserved Pharmacy Practice
Teaching Interests
- Servant Leadership, Patient Care and Research Skills
- Chronic Kidney Disease Pharmacotherapy
Laura M. Traynor Pharm.D, BCPS, AE-C
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH 248
Phone: (262) 243-2783
Email: laura.traynor@cuw.edu
Bio
Laura Traynor is a professor of pharmacy practice at Concordia and an ambulatory pharmacist at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Germantown Clinic and Ozaukee hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab program. She teaches Pharmacotherapy I: Self-Care, Pulmonary Pharmacotherapy, and Ambulatory Care Practice. She is a member of the Wisconsin Asthma Coalition Advisory Committee and the Moms Mental Health Initiative Board of Directors.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Minnesota (2005)
- Ambulatory Care, Minneapolis VA Medical Center (2006)
Contributions
- 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.
- Scott, M., Butler, K., Epplen, K., Traynor, L., Shilliday, B. & Skelley, J., (2017).Rationale for postgraduate year 2 residencies in ambulatory care74(18, pp. 18). Bethesda, MD: American Journal of Health System Pharmacy.
- Traynor, L. & Beyer, K.(2014).Pharmacist Involvement in Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs in Wisconsin: A Case Series17(5, pp. 5). Madison, WI: The Journal of The Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Siegenthaler, E. & Traynor, L.(2014).Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Pocketbook Toolkit1(1, pp. 1). Madison, WI: Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Presentations
- 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.
- Traynor, L.(2014).Designing Collaborative Practice Agreements: Furthering Team Based Care. Oral Presentation. PSW Milwaukee Event 2014. Mequon, WI.
Research Interests
- Ambulatory Care Practice Advancement
- Team Based Learning
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacist Triage and Assessment Skills
- Pharmacotherapy of Lung and Skin diseases
Victoria R. Valentine Brouner
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2746
Email: victoria.brouner@cuw.edu
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
Loren-Ashley Williams
Assistant Professor
Email: loren.williams@cuw.edu
Presentations
- Buckley, E., Albano, C. & Cooper, L., (2016).Novel cultural competency activities integrated across curricular departments and courses. . Poster. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting, July 2016. Anaheim, CA.
- Ray, S. & Cooper, L.(2015).Collaborative Practice Agreement in Action: Milwaukee Health Services. Oral Presentation. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy/American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy District IV Meeting. Milwaukee, WI.
Jordan L. Wulz PharmD, MPH, BC-ADM
Office: Pharmacy Building 226
Phone: (262) 243-2797
Email: jordan.wulz@cuw.edu
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 Crisis24(1, pp. 1).Pharmacy 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
Pedro Zavala
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2776
Email: pedro.zavala@cuw.edu
Education
- Ph D - Physical Chemistry, University of Florida (1988)
- MS - Pharmacy, University of Florida (1981)
- BS - Chemistry and Biology, Seton Hall University (1977)
Contributions
- 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...
Presentations
- Jennifer, S., Stoehr, N., Zavala, P. & (2017).Evaluation of Pharmacy Students’ Compounding Skills Using Two Caffeine Capsule Filling Methods. Poster. PSW Educational Conference 2017. Madison, WI.
Nicholas M. Zupec PharmD, BCPS
Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH 268
Phone: (262) 243-2771
Email: Nicholas.Zupec@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Zupec received his BS in Biomedical Sciences from Marquette University and his PharmD from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He completed a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center and a PGY2 residency in internal medicine at the Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. He has been a faculty member at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy since 2015. Dr. Zupec practices in a rheumatology specialty clinic and an advanced lupus clinic at Froedtert Hospital where he also precepts students and residents. Prior to his current ambulatory care position, Dr. Zupec spent 5 years practicing in inpatient internal medicine at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center. At CUWSOP, he coordinates a course in the Applied Patient Care skills lab series which teaches students clinical skills such as obtaining medication histories, educating patients, communicating with providers, and clinical documentation. Dr. Zupec also teaches pharmacotherapy content in the areas of rheumatology/inflammatory disorders as well as anticoagulation.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Pharmacy (2012)
- BS - Biomedical Sciences, Marquette University (2008)
Contributions
- 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....
- Zupec, N.(2018).Updates in the Treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. No.21(3, pp. 3). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Presentations
- Zupec, N.(2019).Evidence-based treatment of psoriatic arthritis. Oral Presentation. Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants Fall CME Conference. Big Ten Conference Center, Rosemont, IL.
- Zupec, N.(2019).Medications in Lupus. Oral Presentation. Lupus Medical Symposium. Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee WI.
- Zupec, N.(2018).Rheumatology and inflammatory disorders: A focus on biologics and biosimilars. Oral Presentation. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Annual Meeting. Wisconsin Dells, WI.
- Zupec, N.(2017).Considerations for weight when we anticoagulate. Oral Presentation. GMCCP Spring Education Event. Blue's Egg, Milwaukee, WI.
Research Interests
- Rheumatology/Inflammatory disorders, Anticoagulation
- Laboratory education, Technology in education
Teaching Interests
- Rheumatology/Inflammatory disorders, Anticoagulation
- Laboratory education
Adjunct Faculty
Amy Suss
Adjunct Professor
Email: amy.suss@cuw.edu
Education
- PharmD - Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin - Madison (2011)