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Crystal Akpede, PharmD CandidateContributor
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Expertise

Community pharmacy

Education

University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy

Highlights

  • Doctor of Pharmacy candidate at the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy

  • Predominate experience in community pharmacy settings 

  • Passionate about closing health equity gaps and providing optimum patient care

In a world driven by technology, creating digital health information that empowers individuals to make informed decisions for their well-being is important. It helps guide public health towards a future where healthcare is focused on keeping people well, not just treating them when they're unwell.

— Crystal Akpede, PharmD Candidate

Experience

Crystal Akpede, PharmD candidate, works as a pharmacy intern at a community outpatient pharmacy located within a health clinic. Akpede served as the secretary for her campus’ chapter of the pharmaceutical fraternity Kappa Psi. Outside of pharmacy school she serves as a mentor for 1st year pharmacy students and student athletes who are graduating and transitioning to post-graduate education or the job field.

Education

Crystal is a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) candidate at the University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy. She graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Science in nutritional sciences.