About the Department
The Department of Pharmacy Practice at Wayne State University has 33 faculty members and 4 staff members. Staff members include Carolyn Bell and Marquia Ziyad who provide general secretarial support to the department. David Tomasovitch is a Program Specialist who provides support to the experiential portion of the PharmD program. Melissa Graves is a Student Assistant in the department. For a complete listing of faculty members and contact information, please click here.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Pharmacy Practice is to: Prepare students for entry into the pharmacy profession in an environment that supports and inspires critical thinking, life-long learning, leadership and professionalism.
- Create and disseminate knowledge related to the rational use, delivery and access to drugs and other therapeutic modalities.
- Provide service and leadership to the university community, the profession of pharmacy and the public related to education and the optimal use of medications.
Core Values
The department values innovation in instructional delivery and experiential learning, intellectual curiosity, leadership and personal qualities of integrity and respect for students, staff, faculty and the community.
Vision
The Department of Pharmacy Practice at Wayne State University will be nationally and globally recognized for the impact of its scholarly activities, its educational program and the contributions of its faculty and graduates to advancing the practice of pharmacy and improving health.
(Approved by the Department of Pharmacy Practice, February 25, 2004)
Strategic Planning
Download the department's strategic plan document.
Career Opportunities
If you are interested in a challenging and fulfilling career in research, teaching and service related to pharmacy practice, the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Wayne State University may be the place for you to reach your career goals. For inquiries about current job opportunities within the department, please contact the department chair, Dr. David Edwards, at dje@wayne.edu or telephone 313-577-0824. To see the latest advertisement for positions in the Department of Pharmacy Practice, please click here.