Nouran Salem
Houston, Tx **055
Mob: +1-346-***-****
E-mail: adx1jz@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Critical Care Pharmacotherapy Specialist
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, UAE
On-site
09/2017 – 09/2022
Pharmacy Intern
CVS Health – Tiffin, OH
On-site
09/2013 – 04/2015
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Post-Graduate Year-2 Critical Care Pharmacy Resident
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
On-site
07/2016 – 07/2017
Post-Graduate Year-1 Pharmacy Resident
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
On-site
07/2015 – 07/2016
Masters of Business Administration
Healthcare Administration Emphasis
The University of Findlay College of Business – Findlay, OH
11/2012 – 08/2015
Doctor of Pharmacy
The University of Findlay College of Pharmacy – Findlay, OH
09/2009 – 05/2015
TEACHING EXPERIENCE AND ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor
College of Medicine and Health Sciences
United Arab Emirates University – Abu Dhabi, UAE
10/2018 – 09/2022
PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Preceptor
Primary Preceptor – Medical/Surgical Critical Care
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, UAE
2019 – 09/2022
Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock: A Case-Based Approach
Pharmacy Didactic Lecture
United Arab Emirates University – Abu Dhabi, UAE
03/2021
Critical Care Pharmacy Seminar
Health ProStart Lecture
Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Wayne State University – Detroit, MI
04/2016
Acute Lung Injury and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Team-Based Learning Case Facilitator
Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Wayne State University – Detroit, MI
01/2016
Pharmacotherapeutic Problem Solving (PPS)
Session Facilitator
Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Wayne State University – Detroit, MI
09/2015
Pancreatitis: Pathophysiology & Pharmacology
Pharmacy Didactic Lecture and Case Facilitation
The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
09/2014
Nausea & Vomiting: Pathophysiology & Pharmacology
Pharmacy Didactic Lectures
The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
09/2014
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE AND PROJECTS
Vasopressin use at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Medication Use Evaluation
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Evaluators: Fadi Hamed, MD; Jihad Mallat, MD
The evaluation of septic shock management in critical ill patients
Research Project
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Investigators: Jihad Mallat, MD
Outcomes of colistin weight-based dosing versus non-weight-based dosing
Research Project
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Investigators: Zohour Annouassi, MHE, Pharmacy Resident; Rania El Lababidi, Pharm.D., EMHA, BCPS (AQ-ID), AAHIVP; Wasim S. El Nekidy, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCACP, BCIDP
03/2022 – Present
12/2019 – Present
10/2019 – 10/2020
Thromboelastography findings in critically ill COVID-19 patients
Research Project
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Investigators: Bassam Atallah, Pharm.D.; Wasim S. El Nekidy, Pharm.D.; Ziad G Sadik, Pharm.D.; Woosup Michael Park, MD.; Jihad Mallat, MD
06/2020 – 09/2020
Intravenous pantoprazole use in the intensive care units at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Medication Use Evaluation
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Evaluators: Salma Al Shaqfa, B. Pharm
08/2020
The impact of protocol-based high-intensity pharmacological thromboprophylaxis on thrombotic events in critically ill COVID-19 patients
Research Project
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Investigators: B. Atallah, Pharm.D.; Z G. Sadik, Pharm.D.; W. S. El Nekidy, Pharm.D.; W. Almahmeed, MD; W. M. Park, MD;A. Cherfan, Pharm.D.; F. Hamed, MD; Jihad Mallat, MD
04/2020 – 05/2020
Dexmedetomidine use at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Medication Use Evaluation
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01/2020
The evaluation of septic shock management in critically ill patients
Quality Improvement Project
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Evaluators: Janise Phillips, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP; Nour AlGhefari, Pharmacy Intern
11/2018 – 11/2019
Efficacy and safety of dexmedetomidine IV infusion in critically ill patients
Medication Use Evaluation
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Evaluators: Janise Phillips, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP; Farah Kablaoui, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP; Safa Mohammed, Pharmacy Intern
10/2017 – 12/2018
Assessment of an intravenous insulin infusion protocol
Medication Use Evaluation
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Co-Evaluators: Janise Phillips, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP; Farah Kablaoui, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP; Sana Shubbar, Pharmacy Intern
10/2017 – 05/2018
Statin use post-coronary artery bypass graft surgery
Medication Use Evaluation
Beaumont Hospital – Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI
Co-Evaluators: Alex Serafino, Pharm.D.; Jim Winegardner, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCCP; Allycia Natavio, Pharm.D.
05/2017 – 06/2017
Tranexamic acid use in Level 1 trauma patients who receive massive transfusion protocol
Research Project
Beaumont Hospital – Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI
Co-Investigators: Sheena Merwine, Pharm.D., BCPS; Megan Cadiz, Pharm.D.
07/2016 – 07/2017
Characterization of major and clinically relevant bleeds following alteplase administration for pulmonary embolism (PE)
Research Project
Beaumont Hospital – Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI
Co-Investigators: Jenna Holzhausen, Pharm.D., BCPS; Mona Ali, Pharm.D., BCPS; Lina Qasem, Pharm.D.
07/2016 – 12/2016
Apixaban major bleeding in atrial fibrillation
Research Project
Beaumont Hospital – Royal Oak, Royal Oak, MI
Co-Investigators: Janet L. Hoffman, Pharm.D.; John M. Koerber, Pharm.D.; Maureen A. Smythe, Pharm.D., FCCP
07/2015 – 07/2016
Vasopressin use
Medication Use Evaluation
Co-Evaluators: Allycia Natavio, Pharm.D.; Lisa Forsyth, Pharm.D.; Ashley Cherniawski, Pharm.D.
12/2015
Assessment of fall risk and pre-existing prevention strategies in primarily elderly patients of two ambulatory care clinics at St. Rita’s Medical Center
Research Project
The University of Findlay, Findlay, OH
Co-Investigators: Debra Parker, Pharm.D., BCPS, CDE; Sybill Garmo, Pharm.D.; Eric Rieman, Pharm.D.; Jelena Srdic, Pharm.D.
04/2013 – 04/2014
Research Assistant
The University of Findlay College of Pharmacy
Supervisor: Chandra Sekar, Ph.D., M.S.
-Western Blotting
-HPLC and GC-Mass Spec
-Gram Staining and Antibiotic Testing
-Growth and maintenance of immortalized HMcEC-1
(human micro-vascular and endothelial cells)
12/2010 – 05/2013
PUBLICATIONS
Dana Bakdach, Farah Kablaoui, Nouran Salem, Rita Jebrin, Maha Elhamid. “Clinical pharmacy services in neurocritical care units: the experience from the MENA region.” Neurocritical Care Society Currents. April 2022.
Nouran Salem, Bassam Atallah, Wasim S El Nekidy, Ziad G Sadik, Woosup Michael Park, Jihad Mallat. “Thromboelastography findings in critically ill COVID-19 patients.” Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis. May 2021.
B Atallah, Z G Sadik, N Salem, W S El Nekidy, W Almahmeed, W M Park, A Cherfan, F Hamed, J Mallat. “The impact of protocol-based high-intensity pharmacological thromboprophylaxis on thrombotic events in critically ill COVID-19 patients.” Anaesthesia. March 2021.
Luci Pelunka, Nouran Salem, Seby John, Fadi Hamed, Jamil R Dibu. “Turning a Neuro ICU into a COVID-19 ICU: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Experience.” Neurocritical Care Society Currents. November 2020.
Rania M El-Lababidi, Mohamed Mooty, Maria-Fernanda Bonilla, Nouran M. Salem. “Treatment of severe pneumonia due to COVID-19 with peginterferon alfa 2a.” IDCases. Case Report. May 2020.
Sarah Eisho, Nouran M Salem, Janet L Hoffman, John M Koerber, Maureen A Smythe. “Major bleeding with apixaban in atrial fibrillation: patient characteristics, management, and outcomes.” Hospital Practice. October 2018.
SELECT PRESENTATIONS
LOCAL
Corticosteroid Use in the Septic Patient: A Literature Update
Conference Presentation
Sepsis Symposium 2018
Sheikh Khalifa Medical Center – Abu Dhabi, UAE
12/2018
Systemic versus Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis for Massive and Submassive Pulmonary Embolism
Conference Presentation
Third Abu Dhabi Pharmacy Conference
Ritz Carlton – Abu Dhabi, UAE
04/2018
Systemic versus Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis for Massive and Submassive Pulmonary Embolism
Noon Conference Presentation
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
01/2017
The Management of Adult Septic Patients: A Pharmacological Approach
Continuing Education Program
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
11/2016
Tricyclic Antidepressant Overdose
Noon Conference Presentation
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
10/2016
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
Noon Conference Presentation
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
05/2016
Fluid and Electrolyte Management: The Balancing Act
Continuing Education Program
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
04/2016
The Evolution of r-tPA in Acute Ischemic Stroke
Noon Conference Presentation
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
03/2016
Initial Resuscitation in Sepsis
Noon Conference Presentation
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
11/2015
Joint Commission Review: Scope of Practice
Pharmacy Grand Rounds Presentation
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
10/2015
Diabetes Preventative Care
Nursing Home Presentation
Perrysburg Commons – Perrysburg, OH
01/2015
Forteo® Competitor Project & Presentation
Osteoporosis marketing and clinical analysis and
forecasting of competitor pipeline drugs
Bone, Muscle, and Joint Global Marketing Team
Eli Lilly – Indianapolis, IN
10/2014
Status Epilepticus
Case Presentation and Guideline Review
St. Luke’s Hospital, Maumee, OH
08/2014
Assessment of fall risk and pre-existing prevention strategies in primarily elderly patients of two ambulatory care clinics at St. Rita’s Medical Center
Poster Presentation
Symposium for Scholarship & Creativity
The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
04/2014
Medication Safety/Substance Abuse
Service Learning Curricular Requirement – Interactive Session
The University of Findlay/First Presbyterian Church – Findlay OH
11/2013
Substance Abuse Awareness
Findlay High School Student Leadership Program – Interactive Session
The Family Resource Center – Findlay, OH
12/2012
Substance Abuse Awareness
Service Learning Curricular Requirement
City Mission – Findlay, OH
04/2012
REGIONAL
Tranexamic acid use in Level 1 trauma patients who receive massive transfusion protocol
Conference Presentation
Ohio Pharmacy Resident Conference (OPRC)
Ohio Northern University – Ada, OH
05/2017
Apixaban major bleeding in atrial fibrillation
Conference Presentation
Ohio Pharmacy Resident Conference (OPRC)
Ohio Northern University – Ada, OH
05/2016
Assessment of fall risk and pre-existing prevention strategies in primarily elderly patients of two ambulatory care clinics at St. Rita’s Medical Center
Poster Presentation
Ohio Pharmacists Association Conference – Columbus, OH
05/2014
NATIONAL
Characterization of major and clinically relevant bleeds following alteplase administration for pulmonary embolism (PE)
Poster Presentation
ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting – Las Vegas, NV
12/2016
Apixaban major bleeding in atrial fibrillation
Poster Presentation
ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting – New Orleans, LA
12/2015
Professional Leadership
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
Preceptor Development Series
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01/2018 – 09/2022
Pharmacy Resident Leadership Development Program
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
07/2016 – 06/2017
Women in Leadership
Project and Program Development
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak – Royal Oak, MI
10/2015
Pharmacy Student Leadership Council (PSLC)
P6 Class Representative (05/2014 – 05/2015)
Student Affairs Committee Representative (05/2014 – 05/2015)
President (05/2013 – 05/2014)
Vice President (08/2012 – 05/2013)
Student Affairs Committee Representative (08/2012 – 05/2013)
08/2012 – 05/2015
Mentor, My First Patient Program
The University of Findlay/Agency on Aging – Findlay OH
Supervising Professors: Katherine Cochran, Pharm.D., Erin Thompson, Pharm.D.
09/2013 – 11/2013
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
The American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP)
12/2025 – Present
Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM)
12/2015 – 12/2017
Southeastern Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SMPSHP)
07/2015 – 06/2017
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)
09/2014 – 06/2017
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Marathon Health Screening Events
Marathon Petroleum Corporation – Findlay, OH
11/2014 – 09/2014
Medication Collection Events
Findlay Police Department – Findlay, OH
04/2012 – 04/2013
Shoo the Flu – Campus Event
Vaccine Administration
The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
10/2012
My First Patient Program – Health Screenings
The University of Findlay Consultation Center – Findlay, OH
11/2011
Volunteer, Patient Check-In
Eastern Woods Outpatient Center – Findlay, OH
08/2010 – 06/2011
CERTIFICATIONS
Board-Certified Critical Care Pharmacist (BCCCP)
Board of Pharmacy Specialties
12/2018 - Present
300-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher
Yoga & Ayurveda Center
Online Yoga School
01/2021 – Present
200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher
Yoga & Ayurveda Center
Online Yoga School
06/2020 – Present
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
American Heart Association
02/2014 - Present
Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
American Heart Association
05/2011 - Present
Postgraduate Pharmacy Teaching and Learning Certificate
Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Wayne State University – Detroit, MI
07/2015 – 07/2016
Institute for Healthcare Improvement Certificate
Open School for Health Professions Basic Training
04/2015
YogaFit® Teacher Training Level 1
YogaFit® Training Systems Worldwide, Inc.
Toledo, OH
09/2014
Immunization Delivery Skills
American Heart Association
04/2012
Basic HIPAA Privacy Compliance Certificate
The University of Findlay College of Pharmacy
04/2011
LICENSES
Abu Dhabi Pharmacist License
Health Authority Abu Dhabi
License Number: GP17376
09/2017 - Present
Michigan Preceptor License
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Pharmacy
License Number: 530-***-****
01/2017 - Present
Michigan Pharmacist License
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Pharmacy
License Number: 530-***-****
07/2015 - Present
Controlled Substance License
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Pharmacy
License Number: 530-***-****
07/2015 - Present
Ohio Pharmacist License
Ohio State Board of Pharmacy
License Number: 03334778
06/2015 - Present
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
The Rho Chi Society
The Academic Honor Society in Pharmacy
Delta Theta Chapter, General Body Member
08/2013 – 05/2015
Alpha Zeta Omega Pharmacy Fraternity
Theta Gamma Chapter: Charter Class
Previous Position: Signare (01/2013 – 05/2013)
01/2012 – 05/2015
Clinical Skills Competition, Participant
The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
10/2014
Clinical Skills Competition, Participant
The OSHP Annual Residency Showcase – Columbus, OH
10/2014
Council of Ohio Colleges of Pharmacy Scholarship
04/2013
Dance Team, Varsity Sport
The University of Findlay
Findlay, OH
Associated Awards:
2013-2014 Coca-Cola Scholar Athlete Award
2013-2014 Outstanding Dedication Award
11/2012 – 02/2014
President’s Scholarship
05/2009
Competitive Scholarship Award
05/2009
Competitive Book Scholarship
05/2009
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Yoga Instructor
Koehler Fitness Center, The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
09/2014 – 12/2014
Circulation Desk Assistant
Shafer Library, The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
05/2011 – 05/2014
Laboratory Assistant, Organic Chemistry
The University of Findlay – Findlay, OH
08/2010 – 06/2011
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent
Arabic: Fluent