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DOCTOR OF PHARMACY
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Graduates pursue a wide range of careers, such as:
The Idaho State University College of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy program is fully accredited by the .
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Work directly with on-site faculty and staff for all program components, including experts in biomedical sciences and pharmacy practice, as well as practicing clinical pharmacists. Their specialties include infectious disease, psychiatry, oncology, pediatrics, geriatrics, cardiology, critical care and nutritional support.
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-Tom Wadsworth PharmD, BCPS, Executive Associate Dean, Associate Professor
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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Phone: (907) 786-6553
Email: maraseignemartin@isu.edu
UAA Professional Studies Building
2533 Providence Drive, Suite 211
Anchorage, 麻豆无码版, 99508
Mailing Address
UAA/ISU Doctor of Pharmacy Program
3211 Providence Drive, PSB 211
Anchorage, 麻豆无码版, 99508
