School of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy
A 4-year PharmD program centered on patient care and servant leadership in healthcare.
Discover how to serve in healthcare as pharmacist
Become a caring and skilled pharmacist at Concordia University. Discover your calling through rigorous courses and hands-on patient care and compounding labs on campus. Gain valuable clinical experiences in healthcare settings and actively participate in community outreach initiatives. Join our close-knit pharmacy community to learn, support, and grow together on a rewarding 4-year doctoral journey.
PharmCAS
Apply through PharmCAS starting in mid-July of every year for fall enrollment.
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Our 2023 PharmD graduates earned a first-time pass rate of 91.7% for 2nd in our region.
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For 2023-2024, semester tuition is $21,000.
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Program Overview
Participate in our well-structured 4-year PharmD program, complete with summer breaks that allow you to recharge, engage in valuable work experiences, and expand your pharmacy connections. Your overall well-being is essential to your academic journey, and as a pharmacy community, we provide a range of opportunities and resources to ensure you maintain a healthy mind, body, and spirit throughout your PharmD student experience.
Patient-Centered Care
Immerse yourself in a patient-centered program where you will develop the skills and expertise needed to provide compassionate care as a pharmacist. Our on-campus patient labs offer an interactive learning environment to refine your techniques and approaches. You will benefit from recorded lab sessions for personalized feedback and support from professors. Expand your pharmacy knowledge through core courses and hands-on experiences in our compounding labs, where you will learn to prepare custom medications. Our diverse faculty, including practicing pharmacists, researchers, and scientists, bring a wealth of experience and passion to guide your pharmacy education
Pharmacy Practice Experiences
Our PharmD program strategically schedules practice experiences (clinicals) during course breaks, allowing you to focus on hands-on training under the guidance of experienced clinical instructors. Collaborating with renowned healthcare organizations like Ascension, Aurora, and others in the region, you will gain diverse exposure to different healthcare scenarios and treatment modalities, preparing you to excel as a pharmacist in a variety of settings.
Servant Leadership
Discover the impactful volunteer opportunities within local communities that create lasting memories for our pharmacy students. Identify what resonates with you, and we will connect you with programs seeking pharmacy-related services. Our students and faculty actively engage with a range of non-profit organizations, including City on a Hill and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee, fostering a sense of community and making a difference beyond the classroom.
What to Expect
Beyond the required courses during the first three years of pharmacy school, you will need to complete experiential education which will strengthen your pharmacy knowledge and skills.
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs)
- Participate in (two) 1-week rotations each semester in hospital and community pharmacy settings during your P1 and P2 years.
- Option to complete elective IPPEs during your P3 year for a minimum of 96 hours to explore more specific areas of pharmacy.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs)
- Participate in 6-week rotations in various setting during your P4 year of pharmacy school
- Community pharmacy
- Acute Care medicine
- Hospital/Health system pharmacy
- Ambulatory care
- Elective
Post Graduation
With a Doctor of Pharmacy, you can pursue a caeer in various areas of pharmacy to align with your abilities, interests and goals in healthcare. Pharmacists play an integral role in the care of patients with other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal care to every individual.
After earning your PharmD, there is the option to complete a pharmacy residency to gain specialization within an advanced pharmacy field. Concordia University Wisconsin has a pharmacy residency program in ambulatory care with a focus on serving in underserved urban areas.
Concordia PharmD Residency Match Rates (2023)
- 90.9% match rate for PGY1 (post-graduate year one) which beats the national average by 10 points
- 75% match rate for PGY2 (post-graduate year two)
State Licensure
As an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy degree program, your PharmD degree from the School of Pharmacy at Concordia University Wisconsin 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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PharmD application process
Timeline for fall admission
- Mid-July: PharmCAS application opens; applications accepted for the PharmD program for the following fall
- September–June: On-campus or virtual interviews for PharmD applicants, by invitation only
- June 1: PharmCAS application closes
- Mid-August: New student orientation and the first day of classes
*It can take up to six weeks for PharmCAS to transmit your submitted application to designated pharmacy schools, we strongly recommend that you submit it before the June 1 deadline.
PharmD entrance requirements
While Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy follows a holistic approach to the admission process where numerous aspects of the application are considered, to be guaranteed an interview invitation, candidates must have:
- A minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
- A grade of C- or better in all pharmacy prerequisite coursework
- Submit two letters of reference to PharmCAS (more information below)
Please also note:
- No supplemental applications required
- Submission of PCAT score is optional
A bachelor’s degree is not required to begin the Doctor of Pharmacy program; however, applicants must have completed the minimum undergraduate pre-pharmacy coursework below before classes begin in August (requirements can be completed in as little as two years).
Applicants can submit their PharmCAS application before prerequisite coursework is complete.
Contact Us
Kassandra M. Bartelme
Pharm.D., BCACP
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.<br><br>After residency, Dr. Bartelme took a position as a faculty member at Concordia University School of Pharmacy. She currently coordinates and teaches Pharmacotherapy I (Self-care), Applied Patient Care III, 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. Her research interests include women's health education and practice and teaching clinical documentation.
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. & , . "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. " In Dr. O'Connell & Dr. Smith (Ed.), Women's Health Across the Lifespan: A Pharmacotherapeutic Approach. (3rd ed ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
- Bartelme, K. (2021). "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. " In Dr. Rebecca Stone (Ed.), Ambulatory Care Self-Assessment Program (ACSAP). (2 ed., vol. 2021, pp. 83-108). Lenexa, KS: American College of Clinical Pharmacy.
- Bartelme, K. & , . (2019). "Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. " In Dr. O'Connell & Dr. Smith (Ed.), Women's Health Across the Lifespan: A Pharmacotherapeutic Approach. (2nd ed 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. . (10 ed., vol. 82, pp. article 6748). 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 Course. (10 ed., vol. 10, pp. 1354-1362). Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
Presentations
- Bartelme, K., Cieri-Hutcherson, N., Nagel, A. & Borgelt, L., (2023). Overturning reproductive health ethics: changing pharmacy curricula with changing legislation. Oral Presentation. AACP Annual Meeting 2023. Aurora, CO.
- Bartelme, K., Cieri-Hutcherson, N., Anderson, L., Barnes, K., Karaoui, L. & Meredith, A., (2021). American College of Clinical Pharmacy Women’s Health Practice & Research Network Survey of Colleges/Schools of Pharmacy to Determine Limitations for Teaching, Research, and Advocacy Related to Contraception. Poster. ACCP Annual Meeting 2021. Virtual.
- 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.
Research Interests
- Women's health education
- Clinical documentation
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacy practice skills
- Women's health
Katherine A. Bichler
Ph.D.
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 Laboratory. In Tom Holme (Ed.), (10 ed., vol. 97, pp. 3835-3838). On-Line: Journal of Chemical Education. https://pubs.acs....
- McGraw, J., Bichler, K. & Cherney, M. The Relative Role of CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 in Eplerenone Metabolism. Mequon.
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 accuracy. In Loyd Allen (Ed.), (1 ed., vol. 22, pp. 41-46). 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 skills. In Dr. Gayle Brazeau (Ed.), (6 ed., vol. 81, 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 Wisconsin. (1 ed., vol. 20, pp. 52-55). 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
- Buckley, E. (2023). Well-Being Content Inclusion in Pharmacy Education across the U.S. and Canada. . (3 ed., vol. 87, pp. 372-382). Washington DC: The American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education. . https://www.ajpe....
- Buckley, E., Harrison, R. & Letizia, M. (2022). The Mindful Preceptor: Tips for Incorporating Well-Being and Mindfulness into Rotations. . (Summer 2022 ed.). Arizona Journal of Pharmacy. https://thinkgrap...
- 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 ed., pp. 18-21). Madison, WI: JPSW. https://www.jpswi...
- Buckley, E. & Glogovsky, S. (2019). Necrotizing Fasciitis and Sodium Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors: Review of the Risks and Benefits. (1 ed., vol. 22, pp. 18-22). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Presentations
- Buckley, E. (2024). Burnout Prevention: Tools for Mindful Academia. Oral Presentation. Professional Development Session for Larkin University College of Pharmacy. Miami, FL.
- Buckley, E. (2023). Adding Mindfulness into Rotations and Life. Oral Presentation. Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin Educational Conference 2023 April. Madison, WI .
- Buckley, E. (2022). The Mindful Preceptor: Tips for Incorporating Well-being and Mindfulness into Pharmacy Rotations . Oral Presentation. Arizona Pharmacists Association. online - webinar.
- Buckley, E. (2022). Cultivating Pharmacist Well-Being and Resiliency. Oral Presentation. NABP/AACP District IV Meeting Nov 2022. Madison, WI.
- 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.
Research Interests
- Effective and Progressive Teaching Methods
- Practical Diabetes Care
Teaching Interests
- Diabetes Care
- Communication Skills and Mindfulness for patient centered care
Cara Burditt
Visiting Faculty
Robert S. Burlage
Ph.D.
Department Chair - Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences, Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PHAR 223
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 techniques. In Loyd Allen (Ed.), (5 ed., vol. 24, pp. 434-438). 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)
Contributions
- Castillo, U. (2022). A pilot study to reliably measure the tissue concentration of mitomycin Cafter hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy in patients with gastrointestinal malignancies.. In Journal of Clinical Oncology (Ed.), (DOI: 10.1200/JCO.2022.40.4 ed., vol. 40, pp. 1). American Society of Clinical Oncology 2318 Mill Road, Suite 800, Alexandria, VA 22314: Journal of Clinical Oncology 40, no. 4_suppl (February 01, 2022). https://ascopubs....
- Castillo, U. (2017). "Structural analysis and antimicrobial activity of chromatographically separated fractions of leaves of Sesamum angustifolium (Oliv.) Engl.. "Scientific article. Elsevier: Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
Presentations
- Feucht, A., Reimche, E., Castillo, U. & (2023). Search for new antibiotics produced by endophytic Streptomyces sp. STRP 22A-1-1. Poster. Student Poster Fair - CUW. CUW - School of Pharmacy.
- Feucht, A., Reimche, E., Castillo, U. & (2023). Search for new antibiotics produced by endophytic Streptomyces sp. STRP 22A-1-1. Poster. Wisconsin Lutheran College - Milwaukee-Area Undergraduate Biology Research Conference. Wisconsin Lutheran College .
- Umpungu, D., Reimche, E., Castillo, U. & (2023). The Search of Biologically Active Metabolites Produced by Streptomyces sp. STRP-126 Against Opportunistic Pathogens. Poster. Wisconsin Lutheran College - Milwaukee-Area Undergraduate Biology Research Conference. Wisconsin Lutheran College .
- Xiong, A., Jang, H., Castillo, U. & Springer, T., (2022). Analysis of Antibiotic Properties from Streptomyces sp. KB40 Endophyte STRP-110. Poster. Student Poster Fair - CUW. CUW - School of Pharmacy.
- Xiong, A., Jang, H., Castillo, U. & Springer, T., (2022). Analysis of Antibiotic Properties from Streptomyces sp. KB40 Endophyte STRP-110. Poster. Wisconsin Lutheran College - Milwaukee-Area Undergraduate Biology Research Conference. Wisconsin Lutheran College .
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
Lynne Fehrenbacher
Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID
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
- Nevinksi, L., Fehrenbacher, L. & Dilworth, . (2021). Remdesivir in the Treatment of Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19: Evolution of Use Over the Course of the Pandemic. In Amanda Margolis (Ed.), (2021 September/October ed., pp. 21-24). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- 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 system. (12 ed., vol. 40, pp. 1348-55). 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 Stewards. In Gayle A. Brazeau (Ed.), (6 ed., vol. 82, pp. Article 6770). American Journal of Pharmacy Education.
- Rice, L., Srinivasan, D., Jen, P., Chahine, E., Barr, V. & , . (2017). Antimicrobial Stewardship in the Emergency Department. In Amanda Margolis (Ed.), (May/June 2017 ed.). Madison, WI: The Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
- Hermsen, E., Fehrenbacher, L. & , . (2016). "Antimicrobial Stewardship and Applications of Pharmacodynamics. " In Andes D, Rodvold K, Rotschafer J (Ed.), 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.<br><br>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
- Chan, C., Chou, E., LaDisa, A., Mehta, A., Zelenski, A. & Hoffman, K. (2023). Using Nominal Group Technique to Determine Skills that Applied Improvisation Can Teach Health Profession Education Learners. (vol. 3, pp. Article 100194). PEC Innovation. https://www-scien...
- Chou, E., LaDisa, A., Zelenski, A. & Lauck, S. (2023). How to Use Medical Improv to Help Interprofessional Students Respond to Status and Hierarchy in Clinical Practice. (5 ed., vol. 25, pp. E311-316). American Medical Association, Journal of Ethics. https://journalof...
- LaDisa, A., Bartelme, K. & Bellone, J. (2018). An Innovative Patient Interview Activity in a Women's Health Elective Course. (10 ed., vol. 10, pp. 1354-1362). Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
- LaDisa, A. & Biesboer, A. (2017). Incorporation of practice testing to improve knowledge acquisition in a pharmacotherapy course. (4 ed., vol. 9, pp. 660–665). Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning.
Presentations
- Morgen, H., Theesfeld, M., LaDisa, A., Peppard, S. & Mueller, R., (2024). An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R., LaDisa, A. & Morgen, H., (2022). 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.
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 for communication and teamwork skills in health care
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 techniques. In Loyd Allen (Ed.), (5 ed., vol. 24, pp. 434-438). 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 Program. In Joyce A. Generali, RPh, MS, FASHP (Ed.), (3 ed., vol. 53, pp. 7). Hospital Pharmacy. https://doi.org/1...
- Kosinski, T., Brown, M. & Kosinski, T. (2018). Relationship between syringe size and dosing accuracy. In Loyd Allen (Ed.), (1 ed., vol. 22, pp. 41-46). Edmond, OK: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding.
- Kosinski, T., Brown, M., Zavala, P. & Valdovinos, K. (2017). Acquisition and retention of sterile compounding skills. In Dr. Gayle Brazeau (Ed.), (6 ed., vol. 81, 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.. In Megan Grant (Ed.), (Nov/Dec ed., vol. 2014, pp. 30-37). 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
- Patient Safety
- 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
- Sheldon, H., , A., Werner, S., Audley, T., Biggs, A., Mancuso, T. & Picone, M. (2022). Use of an Innovative Pharmaceutical Class Scoring Tool for Prioritized Annual Formulary Review. (2 ed., vol. 13). Innovations in Pharmacy. https://pubs.lib....
- Kostrzewa, A. & Sinha, S. (2022). Fire on the Mountain: Addressing Pharmacy Staff Burnout. Pharmacy Times. https://www.pharm...
- Marwitz, K., Haugtvedt, C. & , A. (2021). Support Pharmacy Infrastructure to Strengthen US COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts and Beyond. American Journal of Public Health (AJPH). https://ajph.apha...
- 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.
- , A. (2021). Optimization of REMS Program Compliance in a Large Academic Health System. (2 ed., vol. 12). Innovations in Pharmacy. https://pubs.lib....
Research Interests
- Effective teaching
- Impact of safety interventions
Teaching Interests
- Literature evaluation/biostatistics
- Medication safety
James Lokken
Pharm.D., M.S., M.Ed.
Associate 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
- Ray, S., Johnson, C., Lokken, J., Johnson, F. & Traynor, A. (2022). Preparing pharmacy faculty through a postgraduate year one pharmacy residency program that includes a master of science in education degree. Journal of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy.
- 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 platforms. In Suzanne Bakken, RN, PhD, FAAN, FACMI (Ed.), (1 ed., vol. 28, pp. 113-118). 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 E. McGraw
Pharm.D., M.P.H., Ph.D.
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH225
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 Metabolism. Mequon.
- McGraw, J. (2018). Opportunities and obstacles in genotypic prediction of cytochrome P450 phenotypes . Mequon: Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology .
Presentations
- Moore, H., Speck, J., Schmitz, M. & McGraw, J., (2024). Colonizing Farmed Walleye with Omega-3 Fatty Acid Producing Bacteria. . Oral Presentation. Milwaukee-area Undergraduate Biological Research Conference. Concordia Center Environmental Stewardship.
- Mikkelson, N., Speck, J., Schmitz, M. & McGraw, J., (2024). Identification and Isolation of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Producting Bacteria from Walleye. Poster. Milwaukee-area Undergraduate Biological Research Conference. Concordia Center Environmental Stewardship.
- Ball, P., Speck, J., Schmitz, M. & McGraw, J., (2023). Omega-3 Fatty Acid Synthesis in Bacterial Isolates of Walleye Gastrointestinal Tracts. Poster. Milwaukee-area Undergraduate Biological Research Conference. Wisconsin Lutheran College.
- 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.
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. He maintains a practice as an inpatient clinical pharmacist at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital on an internal medicine floor and as an ambulatory care pharmacist within a family medicine clinic where he works via a collaborative practice agreement to provide medication therapy management to patients in Spanish with chronic diseases such as diabetes. Dr. Mueller serves as a board member for the National Association of Medical Spanish (NAMS) and as an advisor for the school's National Hispanic Pharmacists Association (NHPA) student chapter.
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
- Betancourtperez, C., Marin, L. & Mueller, R. (2023). The Hispanic Paradox and Implications for Pharmacy Practice. (4 ed., vol. 26, pp. 30-34). Madison, WI: The Journal - PSW. https://www.jpswi...
- Mueller, R., Sias, J. & Griffiths , C. (2023). Medical Spanish in Pharmacy Education: A Call to Action. The Journal/AJPE. https://doi.org/1...
- Ray, S., Ticcioni, A., Mueller, R. & , . (2018). Design and short-term impact of an event to promote careers in clinical pharmacy. (3 ed., vol. 10, pp. 389-395). 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. (pp. 25). Washington, D.C.: American Pharmacists Association .
- Mueller, R. (2017). Precepting Millennials - Strategies and Tips for Teaching the Nintendo Generation. (4 ed., vol. 20, pp. 28-32). Madison, WI: The Journal.
Presentations
- Morgen, H., Theesfeld, M., LaDisa, A., Peppard, S. & Mueller, R., (2024). An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R., LaDisa, A. & Morgen, H., (2022). 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.
Research Interests
- Use of Spanish within pharmacy practice
- Preceptor development
Teaching Interests
- Spanish for Pharmacy Professionals
- Experiential Education
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. Continue to build interprofessional infrastructure and culture at CUWAA through programming, curriculum, certificate pathways, research and scholarship.
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
- Oldani, M. (2021). Chemically Imbalanced: Everyday Suffering, Medication, and our Troubled quest for Self-mastery. (3 ed., vol. 35, pp. 4). Washington, DC: Medical Anthropology Quarterly.
- 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 court. (6 ed., vol. 8, pp. 317-321). 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.
Research Interests
- Critical pharmaceutical studies
- Interprofessional culture
Teaching Interests
- Pharmaceutical industry impact on culture
- Interprofessional socialization
Sarah R. Peppard
PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP
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 Use. (10 ed., vol. 15, pp. 749-753). 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.. (12 ed., vol. 75, pp. 870-875). 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 Wisconsin. (1 ed., vol. 20, pp. 52-55). Madison: The Journal.
Presentations
- Morgen, H., Theesfeld, M., LaDisa, A., Peppard, S. & Mueller, R., (2024). An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R., LaDisa, A. & Morgen, H., (2022). An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Bryant, E., Peppard, S. & Morgen, H., (2022). Description and Evaluation of Graduating Students’ Perceptions of a Pharmacy Residency Curricular Track Program. . Poster. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. Grapevine, TX.
- 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.
Research Interests
- Critical Care
- Experiential Education
Teaching Interests
- Critical Care Pharmacotherapy
- Experiential Education (Introductory and Advanced)
Michael A. Pickart
Ph.D. Molecular Biology
Director - Recruitment for School of Pharmacy, 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 Challenges. (4 ed., vol. 13, pp. 239-240). Zebrafish.
- Lyman Gingerich, J., Pickart, M. & Pierret, C. (2016). Education Platform at ZDM8. (2 ed., vol. 13, pp. 142-143). Zebrafish. https://www.ncbi....
- Ray, S. & Pickart, M. (2015). Integration of Pharmacogenomics at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy.. (3 ed., vol. 18, pp. 80). 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 syndromes. (1 ed., vol. Jan (167A), pp. 95-102). Am J Med Genet Part A. https://onlinelib...
- Pickart, M. & Klee, E. (2014). Zebrafish Approaches Enhance the Translational Research Tackle Box. (2 ed., vol. 163, pp. 65-78). 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
Director - PGY1 Pharmacy Practice and Academic Leadership Residency Program, Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH209
Phone: (262) 243-2795
Bio
Sarah Ray coordinates Social and Behavioral Pharmacy (required course) and Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Practice (elective course) in the didactic curriculum, along with other providing other teaching in the Applied Patient Care lab series, pharmacotherapy series, and pharmacogenomics elective. She also teaches immunization and IM/SQ medication injection. She is director of a Post Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) Pharmacy Practice and Academic Leadership residency program at CUWSOP. She also practices as a clinical pharmacist at Progressive Community Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Milwaukee. 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.
Education
- Pharm D - Pharmacy, Creighton University (1997)
- Aurora Health Care (1998)
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, BPS (2002)
Contributions
- Ray, S., Johnson, C., Lokken, J., Johnson, F. & Traynor, A. (2022). Preparing pharmacy faculty through a postgraduate year one pharmacy residency program that includes a master of science in education degree. Journal of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy.
- 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 Therapy. (6 ed., vol. 24, pp. 5-12). 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! . (5 ed., vol. 22, pp. 18-20). 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. . (10 ed., vol. 82, pp. article 6748). American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education. https://www.ajpe....
Presentations
- Ray, S. (2024). Pathway to Provider Status: Service and Personnel Development. Lecture. Pathway to Provider Status webinar series.
- Ray, S. (2024). PSW Immunization Updates Podcast Series: Pneumococcal Vaccines. Other. Immunization Podcasts.
- Ray, S. (2024). Reframing the Promotion Lens: Strategies for Successful Promotion and/or Tenure of Faculty with Administrative Responsibilities. Oral Presentation. AACP Interim Meeting. Phoenix, AZ.
- Ray, S. (2022). “BRAIN FOOD”Top Ten Studying Strategies, based in the Science of Learning. Oral Presentation. Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy Seminar. Mequon, WI.
- Ray, S. (2021). Be the Voice: Advocacy, Pharmacists, & Public Health. Oral Presentation. Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy Seminar. Mequon, WI.
Research Interests
- Underserved patient care services
- Communication skills of pharmacy students and pharmacists
Teaching Interests
- Applied Patient Care Skills- focus on communication skills
- Immunization Delivery
Joseph R. Rinka
PharmD, BCPS
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)
Contributions
- Feih, J., Wallskog, K., Rinka, J., Juul, J., Gaglianello, N., Baumann Kreuziger, L., Rein, L., Joyce, D. & Tawil, J. (2021). Heparin monitoring with an anti-Xa protocol compared to activated clotting time in patients on temporary mechanical support. (5 ed., vol. 56, pp. 513-523). Annals of Pharmacotherapy. https://doi.org/1...
Research Interests
- Antithrombotic use in complex cardiology cases
- Management of refractory vasoplegia
Teaching Interests
- Cardiology
- Heart Failure
Daniel Sem
PhD, JD, MBA
Associate Vice President - Academics for Research and Innovation, Research 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. & Beck, J. Academic Freedom in Private Religious Universities.
- Usai, R., Kaluka, D., Cai, S., Sem, D. & Kincaid, J. (2023). Solution phase refinement of active site structure using 2D NMR and judiciously 13C-labeled cytochrome P450. (vol. 241, pp. 9). Elsevier. https://www.scien...
- Wetzel, E., Marks, K., Gleason, A., Brown-Ford, S., Reid, T., Chaundhury, S., Lindeman, S., Sem, D. & Donaldson, W. (2022). Discovery of two novel (4-hydroxyphenyl) substituted polycyclic carbocycles as potent and selective estrogen receptor beta agonists. (vol. 73, pp. 5). Elsevier.
- Sem, D. (2021). Chronic oral administration of a novel estrogen receptor beta agonist enhances memory and alleviates drug-induced vasodilation in young ovariectomized mice. (vol. 130, pp. 10498). Hormones and Behavior.
- Sem, D. (2020). Synthesis and evaluation of 17a-trazolyl and 9a-cyano derivatives of estradiol. . (vol. 28, pp. 115670). Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry.
Research Interests
- Drug design and development
- Intellectual property
Teaching Interests
- Entrepreneurship
- Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design
Nancy Stoehr
Pharm.D., M.Ed., BCSCP, FACA
Director - Admissions for School of Pharmacy, Assistant Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building ph131
Phone: (262) 243-2765
Bio
Dr. Nancy Stoehr earned her Pharm.D. from the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Pharmacy in 2006 and her Master of Education – Teaching and Learning degree at Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW) in 2022. Nancy completed the Lutheran Teachers Colloquy program at CUW and was instaled into the Luther Church Mysiry Synod Spring 2023. Nancy has been carrying out her vocation as an Associate Professor at Concordia University Wisconsin School of Pharmacy since 2012 where her teaching focus is pharmaceutical dosage forms, extemporaneous pharmaceutical compounding for the community patient, and pharmacy ethics. She is a Fellow of the American College of Apothecaries (ACA). Nancy also serves as an Educational Consultant 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 and has experiences with both national and international community compounders. 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 spirituality in healthcare. She looks forward to continuing the incorporation of service to patients in the community, interprofessional communication, teambuilding, and research for the betterment of community pharmacy 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)
- MS - Education, Concordia University Wisconsin (2022)
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. (2022). Introduction to Compounding Nonsterile Preparations. Oral Presentation. Fundamentals of Compounding with Xenex Laboratories. Vancouver, BC.
- Stoehr, N. (2022). Pharmacological and Non-pharmacological Treatment Modalities, Including CNSP for Dermatological Issues and Pain. Oral Presentation. Dermatological Compounding with Pain Management. Vancouver, BC.
- Stoehr, N. (2022). Pharmacological and Non-pharmacological Treatment Modalities, Including CNSP for Dermatological Issues and Pain. Oral Presentation. Dermatological Compounding with Pain Management. Vancouver, BC.
- Stoehr, N. (2022). Formulation and Regulatory Oversight of CNSP for Dermatologic Applications. Oral Presentation. Dermatological Compounding with Pain Management. Bartlet, TN.
- Stoehr, N. (2022). Pharmacological and Non-pharmacological Treatment Modalities, Including CNSP for Dermatological Issues and Pain. Oral Presentation. Dermatological Compounding with Pain Management. Bartlet, TN.
Research Interests
- Spirituality in healthcare
- Pharmaceutical formulation of dosage forms
Teaching Interests
- Compounding for the community patient
- Spirituality in healthcare
Ernest Stremski
MD, MBA
Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building PH229
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 had 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
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacology
- Pathophysiology
Melissa L. Theesfeld
PharmD
Assistant Dean - Clinical Affairs, 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.
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 Process. In Amanda Margolis, PharmD (Ed.), (5 ed., vol. 22, pp. 28-31). 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 Learners. In Amanda Margolis, PharmD (Ed.), (3 ed., vol. 21, pp. 25-28). 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 Experience. In Amanda Margolis, PharmD (Ed.), (5 ed., vol. 20, pp. 20-23). 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 Page. In Anna Legreid Dopp (Ed.), (3 ed., vol. 19, pp. 23-25). Madison, WI: Journal of the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin.
Presentations
- Morgen, H., Theesfeld, M., LaDisa, A., Peppard, S. & Mueller, R., (2024). An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M., Peppard, S., Mueller, R., LaDisa, A. & Morgen, H., (2022). An Introduction to Precepting. Lecture. Milwaukee Area Pharmacy Residents Conference. CUW SOP.
- Theesfeld, M. (2021). Capitalizing on COVID. Keynote/Plenary Address. 2021 Annual Meeting. Green Bay, WI.
- 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.
Research Interests
- Student Professional Development
- Experiential Education
Teaching Interests
- Experiential Education
- Student Professional Development
Scott Van Ornum
Ph.D.
Department Chair - Physical Sciences Department, 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.
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 Laboratory. In Tom Holme (Ed.), (10 ed., vol. 97, pp. 3835-3838). 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
Associate Professor
Office: Pharmacy Building 272
Phone: (262) 243-2797
Bio
Dr. Jordan Wulz is an Associate 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 Crisis. Pharmacy Tech Topics.
- Wulz, J. (2018). Treating Opioid-Use Disorder -- X:BOT Offers a Pragmatic Approach. In Stuart Haines (Ed.), iForumRx.
- 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 course. (1 ed., vol. 18, pp. 91-98). 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 Alabama. (2 ed., vol. 57, pp. S141-S147). 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 delivery. (2 ed., vol. 21, pp. 204-213). Pharmaceutical Development and Technology. http://dx.doi.org...
Research Interests
- Pain Management
- Public Health
Teaching Interests
- Pain Management
- Public Health
