On the CUSP: May 2024
Grants Dr. Cintia Citterio was awarded a new investigator grant of $11,000.00 by the AACP for the study of “Molecular Pathogenesis of Thyroid Cystinosis and New Therapeutic Approaches”. Dr. Gary Fong received one of Chapman University’s Faculty Grant for Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity awards with an amount of $14,960 for his project titled: “Identifying
Dr. Amy Kang Receives Patient Safety Award
Dr. Amy Kang has been awarded the inaugural CUSP Patient Safety Award for her proposal “Addressing the Silent Threat: Inappropriate Diagnosis and Management of Urinary Tract Infection in Outpatient Settings.” Following reviews of CUSP’s Science and Patient Safety Committees, award recognizes a faculty member’s innovative research proposals that show potential to significantly improve patient care.
Influence of Brotherhood: Dr. Inna Tagarino on Connection
“Being part of a professional fraternity allowed me to come out of my shell and be the best version of myself, both personally and professionally during pharmacy school.” Drawn to a career in healthcare and seeking an accelerated program, Dr. Inna Tagarino joined APEx with the intent to bridge into the PharmD program. APEx, Chapman University’s
Faith to Practice: Dr. Jack Menzagopian, the Panther Award Winner
“I’ve seen the impact we can have in clinical settings either through my preceptors, colleagues, or myself during my APPEs, and I think applying our drug knowledge beyond medication counseling is where we shine. It’s great to see roles being expanded through legislation or organizational changes.” Set to graduate on May 17, 2024, Dr. Jack
Power of 2: Dr. Judy Weng’s PharmD and PhD Journey
Not even 30 years old, Dr. Judy Weng has accomplished what only few could dream of- two doctorate degrees, an incredible CV of research and teaching, and a career lined up that balances her passions and her childhood dream. “If I were to do it all over again, I would choose Chapman,” she says. “Being
How Mentorships Become Lifelong Friendships
If you work in pharmacy, you know it’s a “small world”. Mentoring opportunities- both formal and informal- become common in the industry between licensed pharmacists and students. Dr. Jenna Stewart, a 2022 Doctor of Pharmacy alumna, has been actively involved in nurturing current PharmD candidates at Chapman University, one of the many ways she gives
On the CUSP: April 2024
Publications Dr. Keykavous Parang collaborated to produce “Harnessing exosomes as a platform for drug delivery in breast cancer: A Systematic review for in vivo and in vitro studies” in Molecular Therapy Oncology. Dr. Jelena Lewis and PharmD candidate Brenda Kilzi authored “Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)—Who is at risk, and who can be vaccinated?” in Topics
CPhA Honors CUSP Faculty and Students at Western Pharmacy Exchange
Chapman University students, faculty, and alumni turned up in record numbers at the 2024 Western Pharmacy Exchange, hosted by the California Pharmacists Association (CPhA) in Las Vegas from April 19-21. CPhA honored Dr. Laressa Bethishou with the 2024 New Practitioner Award, which recognizes an outstanding new practitioner who has demonstrated leadership at multiple levels of
CUSP Celebrates Residency and Fellowship Match Success
Chapman University School of Pharmacy’s 2023-2024 residency and fellowship match results have been a resounding success! CUSP had a 81% ASHP PGY-1 residency match rate, tying for 3rd in the state, and representing 26 students from our graduating PharmD class and 4 alumni. In addition, 9 students matched to a PGY-2 residency, 4 students obtained