Pharmacogenomics have started to become an increasingly important facet for the selection of therapies and treatment of mental health. In this episode, our content matter experts discuss pharmacogenomic testing, access, resources and education surrounding this evolving area of practice.
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Seth Bodine is currently a doctor of pharmacy student with Idaho State University. He graduated cum laude from University of Alaska Anchorage in Fall 2021 with a BS in Natural Sciences.
Mary Spatafore is a second year pharmacy student at Idaho State University College of Pharmacy. Mary plans on completing her PharmD as well as a masters in public health. Mary has an interest in public health and increasing access to healthcare for all.
Mary Cutright is from little Downey, ID population of 600. She is a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate for 2024 and looks forward to using pharmacogenomics in her future as a practicing pharmacist. The idea to individualize therapy is something that she didn't think was going to be possible in her life time. As this was a way for a mad scientist to make an apple purple and not actually use it to help individuals. The idea of helping patients by using their genetics to find the most efficacious treatment for them is straight out of a science fiction film. She is excited to be here with us.
Dalanie Fisher is a third year pharmacy student who has always had a passion for connecting with others. She has found her true calling in pharmacy and looks forward to the rewarding work ahead.
Korawin Triyasakorn is a third-year pharmacy student and PharmD Candidate for 2024 at Idaho State University. Genetics and pharmacogenomics have always been a field of interest to her. She has received a pharmacogenomics certificate from the University of Pittsburgh and has been actively involved in pharmacogenomics projects at Idaho State University. Post-graduation, Korawin hopes to continue being involved in pharmacogenomics and pursue a fellowship.
Jennifer Garrett is an experienced ISU 2024 PharmD candidate, certified in Pharmacogenomics with a Bachelor of Science degree in both Biomedical Biology and Health Science. She works with multiple telepharmacies delivering health services and patient care to remote Idaho areas. Her future aim is to expand rural health access with more telepharmacy sites. Jennifer is actively involved in iDFY: Idaho Drug Free Youth Program and Medical Reserve Corps, offering mentorship, student support, and disaster response assistance.
Jared Barrott, PhD, is a cancer pharmacologist that specializes in personalized medicines for rare bone and muscle cancers. He teaches pharmacy students and graduate students principles of pharmacogenomics that apply across many disciplines. Dr. Barrott is a certified instructor in the Test2Learn Pharmacogenomics certificate program.
Renee Robinson, PharmD, MPH, MSPharm, MBA, is associate professor, Idaho State University College of Pharmacy and a former commissioned officer in the U.S. Public Health Service. She completed her PharmD at the University of Georgia, a residency at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, an NIH clinical research fellowship, and a pediatric pharmacotherapy fellowship at The Ohio State University. Her research has focused on addressing health disparities of underserved communities, working to establish health equity.