Chris Franzese, Pharm D
About Chris Franzese, Pharm D
Chris Franzese, Pharm D, is a pharmacist and clinical leader currently working at Matchstick, LLC and Atlantic Health System. He has extensive experience in pharmacy informatics, clinical research, and education, and serves as an adjunct clinical assistant professor at the University of Rhode Island.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Chris Franzese has been employed at Atlantic Health System as a Pharmacist since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the pharmacy department in Morristown, NJ. His previous positions at Atlantic Health System include serving as a Pharmacy Informatics Extern and a PGY1 Pharmacy Resident. His experience within the organization spans various roles, allowing him to gain a comprehensive understanding of pharmacy operations and patient care.
Current Role at Matchstick, LLC
Since 2020, Chris Franzese has held the position of Principal & Clinical Leader at Matchstick, LLC in Boonton, NJ. In this capacity, he provides practitioner insights to assist the team and clients in understanding the clinical implications of combination product development. He leads the company's clinical training and manages a team of clinicians who support client projects, ensuring that clinical knowledge is accessible and relevant to the company's work.
Education and Expertise
Chris Franzese has an extensive educational background in pharmacy and health informatics. He obtained a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from Fairleigh Dickinson University, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. He also earned a Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health Informatics from Fairleigh Dickinson University from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he holds a Graduate Certificate in Biologic Therapeutic Drug Development from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy, completed in 2021. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from Loyola University Maryland.
Previous Work Experience
Chris Franzese has a diverse work history in the pharmacy field. Prior to his current roles, he worked at Matchstick, LLC in various capacities, including Clinical Leader and Lead Clinical Analyst. He also served as a Clinical Research Associate at LifeBridge Health and completed externships at Atlantic Health System, Capital Health, and Walgreens. His experiences have equipped him with a broad range of skills in clinical analysis, pharmacy informatics, and patient care.
Academic Involvement
Since 2020, Chris Franzese has been an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Rhode Island - College of Pharmacy. In this role, he contributes to the education of pharmacy students, sharing his clinical expertise and insights from his professional experience. His involvement in academia complements his clinical practice and enhances the training of future pharmacists.