Occupation Station features graduates of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences as they pursue exciting careers in some of the nation's top pharmacies and research institutions. ACPHS grads talk about what they learned in school and talk about where their degrees have taken them.
From ACPHS to Precision Genomics Oncology, Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center
In this episode of Occupation Station, host Diane Donato speaks with Christopher Fausel ('96), Director of Pharmacy, Precision Genomics Oncology at Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. Fausel delves into the fascinating world of precision medicine, where tumor DNA is analyzed to create personalized treatment plans. While the field presents challenges due to its rapid evolution, Fausel finds his work helping cancer patients extremely gratifying and sees a future of unlimited possibilities. He talks about his decision to become a pharmacist, his studies at ACPHS and how his work at Stratton V.A. in Albany were all precursors to his current position. Fausel encourages pharmacy students to explore diverse opportunities during their residencies and embrace emerging technologies. Fausel's story is an inspiring reminder that pharmacy careers offer endless possibilities for making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.
25 Apr 2023
Center for Biopharmaceutical Education and Training (CBET) with David Stack and Dr. Michelle Lewis
The biopharmaceutical industry is experiencing rapid growth, and the need for a well-trained workforce comes with that. In this episode of Occupation Station, Diane Donato talks with Dr. Michelle Lewis, executive director for the Stack Family Center for Biopharmaceutical Education and Training (CBET) and David Stack, member of the ACPHS Board of Trustees, and CEO of Pacira Pharmaceuticals about how CBET is meeting the hiring needs of the biopharmaceutical industry. CBET was created as an outgrowth of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) after the demand for biopharmaceutical training became apparent. Since CBET opened, industry leaders have been reaching out to CBET to help them grow their workforce, and ACPHS graduates have been enrolling in training to advance their careers in biopharmaceuticals. CBET has the added advantage of being able to offer manufacturing services, becoming a crucial partner for many start-up companies. Stack and Dr. Lewis talk about how the industry collaborates with CBET, how ACPHS graduates learn valuable new skills, and how healthcare will grow with advanced biopharmaceutical capabilities.
16 Dec 2022
FROM ACPHS TO PEW CHARITABLE TRUST SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT INITIATIVE
A strong desire to help people has always drawn Nawshin Ahmed toward health related careers. That desire is what attracted her to ACPHS with thoughts of becoming a pharmacist. But not long into her academic career, Ahmed began to realize that pharmacy was not going to be her career destination. With advice from her thoughtful, knowledgeable and caring professors, Ahmed began to switch her focus toward the field of Public Health. After her 2016 graduation from ACPHS, she advanced to receive a master's in Public Health from the University at Albany, and a master's in Business Administration from Stony Brook University. Her strong desire to help people is now actualized through her work with government and community leaders in shaping health policies through the Pew Charitable Trusts' Substance Use Prevention & Treatment Initiative. She provides technical assistance to states seeking to improve access to treatment for opioid use disorder and to reduce the number of overdose deaths. Nawshin Ahmed’s experiences give her a great perspective on the journey from higher education to career. She tells current and prospective ACPHS students they should know that there are many paths available to them. She also says students should be open to exploring new options and shouldn’t be afraid to make mistakes along the way.
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