Ayman Abu-Hammad
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EDUCATION
Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC
Doctor of Pharmacy
May 2023
Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC
Master of Science in Clinical Research
May 2023
Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC
Bachelor of Science with concentration in Clinical Research
May 2021
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Licensed Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy. Knightdale, NC
Supervisor: Juli Moseley, PharmD
Effectively addressed and resolved medication issues to enhance patient satisfaction and safety
Provided clinical expertise on proper medication usage and counseling during pick up.
Maintained strict compliance with state pharmacy regulations and policies
Coordinated with pharmacy technicians to optimize workflow and assign tasks for efficient operations.
Postdoctoral Fellow at In-Clinic Rx, LLC
Cary Cardiology. Cary, NC
Supervisor: Ritesh Patel, CPP, CDCES, BC-ADM
Enrolled patients in Remote Patient Monitoring and Patient Care Management programs to monitor their chronic conditions of hypertension and heart failure.
Efficiently managed a daily patient worklist to prioritize follow ups and medication changes.
Thoroughly reviewed patient’s histories and information to develop a tailored care plan for them.
Facilitated communications with cardiologists regarding complicated patient cases.
Utilized EPIC software for patient medication list management and conducted MTM interventions.
May 2023 – Present
May 2023 – April 2024
Pharmacy Intern
CVS Pharmacy. Holly Spring, NC
Supervisor: Ashmita Patel, PharmD
Processed prescriptions and adjusted billing information.
Followed up on patient’s adherence to medications.
Prepared and administered vaccines while advising on side effects.
Developed and maintained professional relationships with co-workers and patients.
August 2020 – May 2023
RESEARCH
Research Assistant. Atrium Health, NC
Preceptor: Jai Patel, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
Systematic review of prospective trials for common genes associated with pharmacogenomic intervention in oncology.
August 2022 – Present
Research Assistant. Campbell University, NC
Advisor: Matthew Peterson, PhD, FGSA
“The Association Between Self-Reported Cognitive Decline and Hearing Loss in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus”
August 2019 – Present
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & LEADERSHIP ROLES
Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO)
Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Student Member
January 2022 – May 2023
American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Student Member
October 2021 – May 2023
Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SSHP)
Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Student Member
February 2021 – May 2023
North Carolina Association of Pharmacists (NCAP)
President
Conducted bi-monthly meetings with officers in the organization.
Attended monthly meetings with NCAP Presidents from other pharmacy schools to coordinate events.
Hosted 5-part Advocacy Series for students to attend discussions led by lobbyists and professors.
Led Flu-Be-Gone Competition and won among other NC pharmacy schools for most flu shots administered.
Scheduled virtual and in person events with presenters to discuss updates on the profession of pharmacy.
President-Elect
Worked alongside Campbell University President of NCAP in managing events and performing the duties assigned.
April 2021 – April 2022
April 2020 – April 2021
Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, Inc.
Ritualist
Ensured all potential new members were adhering to rules and responsibilities of the fraternity and university.
Oversaw all ritual activities held within the fraternity
April 2021 – April 2022
PRESENTATIONS
Presented to pharmacy staff at UNC REX Hospital, Raleigh, NC
“The Effect of Antiseizure Medication Administration on Mortality and Early Posttraumatic Seizures in Critically Ill Older Adults with Traumatic Brain Injury”
August 2022
Presented to pharmacy staff at Duke Regional Hospital, Durham, NC
“Can You Use Octreotide in Sulfonylurea-Induced Hypoglycemia?”
June 2022
Presented at the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Virtual Annual Meeting
Publishing in Process
“The Association Between Self-Reported Cognitive Decline and Hearing Loss in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus”
May 2021
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
Cancer Research and Pharmacogenomics
Atrium Health. Levine Cancer Institute, Charlotte, NC
Preceptor: Jai Patel, PharmD, BCOP, CPP
Attended site initiation visits of protocols before study enrollment.
Worked with the Investigational Drug Service team in reviewing/developing procedures for proper control of investigational drugs.
Approached patients about trial enrollment and obtained informed consent.
Counseled and wrote consult notes regarding patients' genetic results for providers to make drug therapy recommendations.
Completed an order set project based on the study protocol to develop and implement a patient treatment plan.
March 2023 – April 2023
Neuroscience Intensive/Critical Care Unit
UNC REX Healthcare. Lake Boone, Raleigh, NC
Preceptor: Ashley Kamp, PharmD, BCCCP
Performed literature searches to specify medication recommendations to healthcare providers.
Presented multiple neurological topic discussions to the pharmacy staff.
Adjusted medication dosages based on the patient’s renal function.
Discussed patient cases and interventions to mitigate risks for patients.
Assisted in updating hospital protocol for Phenytoin weight-based administration.
August 2022
Internal Medicine I & II
Duke Regional Hospital. North Roxboro, Durham, NC
Preceptor: Stephanie Karvosky, PharmD, BCPS
Engaged in patient/family interviews to obtain medication history for medication reconciliation.
Recommended evidence-based medications to healthcare professionals
Worked on multiple patients before rounds to determine interventions in medications.
Provided patient counseling on anticoagulants before discharging from hospital.
May 2022 – June 2022
ACHIEVEMENTS
Licensures
Basic Life Support Provider
APhA Patient Centered Diabetes Care
APhA Immunization Delivery
September 2021 – Present
September 2020 – Present
September 2020 – Present
Certifications
NC Board Of Pharmacy Certificate
CITI Module Certification
Kappa Psi Scholarship Honors Certificate
(Awarded for min. GPA of 3.0)
NCAP Advocacy Series Certificate
HIPAA Certification
August 2022 – August 2023
November 2017 – November 2022
August 2022
May 2021
April 2020 – April 2021
SCHOLARSHIPS
CVS Pharmacy Scholarship
2022 – 2023
William & Sara Bratton College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Scholarship
2021 – 2022
Verda Harris & A. Hartwell Campbell Endowed Pharmacy Scholarship
2020 – 2021
Department of Clinical Research Faculty Scholarship
2018 – 2019
Pharmacy Direct Aid Scholarship
2018 – 2019
Scott-Ellis Scholarship
2016 – 2018
North Carolina Need Based Scholarship
2016 – 2018
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Roadside Clean Up
Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Inc.
September 2021
CVS COVID-19 Vaccine Initiative
CVS Pharmacy
Traveled to multiple long term care facilities to administer COVID vaccines.
Registered 60+ patients into the system for vaccine administration
Educated new technicians and pharmacists assigned to the facility.
December 2020 – August 2021
Mobile Clinic
Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Partnered with student healthcare professionals to provide care to farm workers.
Presented patients and recommended medication changes to improve patient health.
January 2021
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Glenaire Retirement Community
Glenaire Circle, Cary, NC
July 2017- August 2019
OTHER CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Rugby Club
September 2019 – August 2021
Foreign Language Club
August 2017 – May 2018