Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy

High Demand,
Real Impact

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The Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy unites patient-centered care with health-system insights and analysis. Our faculty represent a wide range of clinical and research specialties—from community pharmacy and geriatrics to oncology and psychiatry.

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"The Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy is home to recognized leaders in pharmacy education, practice and research. Our faculty’s nation-leading expertise addresses some of the most challenging and complex issues of health care—from managing chronic diseases, polypharmacy and addictive disorders to addressing health inequities and leading COVID-19 vaccination efforts. We attract students who share our commitment to innovation and our desire to solve intractable health issues, shape the future of the profession and improve the lives of people everywhere."

Tien M.H. Ng, PharmD, FHFSA, FACC, FCCP, BCPS, AQ Cardiology

Chair, Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy

The department’s mission is three-fold:

Meet the Faculty

Dima M. Qato, PharmD, MPH, PhD

Dima M. Qato, PharmD, MPH, PhD

Research on pharmacy deserts and promoting equitable access and safe use of essential medicines in the U.S. and globally
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Liana Asatryan, PhD

Liana Asatryan's research focus is the discovery and development of novel compounds for the treatment of alcohol use disorder.
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Lisa M. Whittington, MS, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP

Lisa Goldstone is a leader in behavioral health and has nearly 25 years of experience working with patients with psychiatric disorders.
Tien M.H. Ng, PharmD, FHFSA, FCCP, BCPS, FACC

Tien M.H. Ng, PharmD, FHFSA, FCCP, BCPS, FACC

Tien Ng is an expert in heart failure pharmacotherapy, heart failure pathophysiology and drug-induced QT prolongation.
Amanda Burkhardt, PhD

Amanda Burkhardt, PhD

An immunology researcher and educator with experience working in both basic and translational science. PI of Trojan CALM, an undergraduate student driven research project.
Julie Ann Dopheide, PharmD, BCPP, FASHP

Julie Ann Dopheide, PharmD, BCPP, FASHP

Expert in psychopharmacology, particularly pediatric psychopharmacology and the treatment of mood disorders

Department News

The Mann School appointed Tien M.H. Ng as chair of the Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy in April 2024.