University of Rhode Island - College of Pharmacy

We have a lot to be proud of at URI College of Pharmacy this year! ???? Here’s a few reasons why…

The URI College of Pharmacy is pleased to announce the initiation of a special scholarship in memory of Dr. Tom Kalista, URI College of Pharmacy Faculty member, 2013 graduate of the URI PharmD program, and dear friend. To establish a named fund, we aim to raise $50,000 by June 2025, with all contributions being placed in the College of Pharmacy Scholarship Operating Fund until then. Donations can include multi-year pledges through mid-2029, and a giving link is available at alumni.uri.edu/kalista. If we reach our goal, an endowed scholarship will be created to honor Tom’s legacy for generations; otherwise, funds will be awarded annually starting Fall 2025. This initiative reflects the profound impact Tom had on our community, and we deeply appreciate your support in making it a success. ?? Donate Here ?? https://lnkd.in/emchvf7e

URI College of Pharmacy's Associate Professor Nisanne Ghonem has been awarded a prestigious research grant from the American Liver Foundation! ?? Her groundbreaking work focuses on developing new medications to treat primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)—a rare autoimmune disease that can lead to liver failure and cirrhosis. This national recognition highlights Dr. Ghonem’s dedication to tackling unmet needs in liver disease treatment. Join us in congratulating Dr. Ghonem on this incredible achievement! ?? Read More ?? https://lnkd.in/e55Qegbq

URI College of Pharmacy was well-represented at the ASCP National Meeting in Denver, Colorado! ?? Proud to showcase our alumni and faculty leaders! ?? ?? Ethan Melillo PharmD, CDOE ’17 Erica Estus, COP Faculty Stephanie Sibicky, PharmD, MEd, BCGP, BCPS, FASCP ’09 Kelsey Burke, PharmD BCGP ’12 Stephanie Wildenhain ’09

Get ready for an inspiring day at URI College of Pharmacy this November! We invite prospective students to join us for Exploration day on November 22nd from 1-3pm!?????? #URxI ??Register here: https://lnkd.in/ejmPqiRa

Pharmacists Leading the Fight Against the Opioid Epidemic ?? Led by URI's College of Pharmacy and supported by the Rhode Island Department of Health, the Community First Responder Program is making a powerful impact by distributing free naloxone kits and providing education about the opioid epidemic right where it’s needed most! Headed by Dr. Anita Norton Jacobson, Pharm.D. ('98), clinical professor and director of the program, this initiative reaches people at community events—like farmers markets—offering life-saving medication and fostering conversations that help reduce the stigma surrounding opioid use. Dr. Jacobson emphasizes, “It's like having a fire extinguisher—being prepared can save lives.” To date, the program has distributed over 150,000 naloxone kits, empowering communities to respond to overdoses and save lives! ?? Read More ?? https://lnkd.in/epSnFKZv

?? URI Pharmacy Alum, Ethan Melillo, Uses Social Media to Educate Patients and Advocate for the Profession ?? Ethan Melillo PharmD, CDOE, URI College of Pharmacy ‘17 alum, is breaking the mold of traditional pharmacy by leveraging his expertise and platform to educate nearly 500,000 followers on TikTok! As Senior Manager of Integrated Health at L'Oréal and a certified clinical pharmacist, Ethan uses his social media presence to share valuable insights on medications, skincare, and overall health, while promoting the evolving role of pharmacists in patient care. Through his content, he’s also inspiring the next generation of pharmacists by highlighting the diverse career paths available in the field! We’re happy to see our alumni making a difference and leading the way in healthcare innovation! ?? ?? Read more about Ethan's story ?? https://lnkd.in/eMepJ43v

Pharmacy students at URI recently participated in the Senior Health, Wellness, and Fall Risk program as part of their PHP 509 class, Advanced Geriatric and Pediatric Pharmacotherapy, taught by Drs. Erica Estus, Kelly Matson, and Christine Eisenhower! Working with an interdisciplinary team, the students provided medication reviews, assessed potential side effects, and helped seniors better understand their prescriptions. This hands-on experience is shaping the next generation of pharmacists, as they learn to provide holistic, patient-centered care for older adults in our community. ?? ?? Read More about the Event ?? https://lnkd.in/daXc_6Gp

Catch Dean Kerry LaPlante, Pharm.D, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP on The Rhode Show with Audrey McClelland as she talks about Exploration Day on November 22nd! ?? A perfect opportunity for students curious about the field of pharmacy to meet faculty, connect with students, and explore exciting career paths in healthcare. Don’t miss out on this chance to discover your future! ?? ?? More Information ?? https://lnkd.in/emjinknu

Check out The Rhode Show from WPRI-TV 12 to learn more about URI College of Pharmacy with some familiar faces including Dean Kerry LaPlante, Pharm.D, FCCP, FIDSA, FIDP and PharmD student Sami Gangji! ?? ?? #URxI ?? Watch More Here: https://lnkd.in/edQ-_9kJ