Krista Bower Swank, Pharm D
About Krista Bower Swank, Pharm D
Krista Bower Swank, Pharm D, is a pharmacist at Ayr Wellness in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, specializing in medical cannabis consultations. She has a diverse background in pharmacy, having worked in various roles across multiple healthcare settings since 2012.
Work at AYR Wellness
Krista Bower Swank currently serves as a Pharmacist at Ayr Wellness Inc. in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the company's mission of providing quality medical cannabis products. In her position, she screens patients for potential risks related to drug interactions and offers consultations to patients certified in the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program. Her expertise allows her to assist patients in selecting appropriate cannabis products and dosages tailored to their needs.
Education and Expertise
Krista Bower Swank holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from Wilkes University, which she completed from 2015 to 2017. Prior to her PharmD, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from the same institution between 2011 and 2015. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, enhancing her ability to provide effective patient care and consultations in her current role.
Background
Krista Bower Swank began her career in pharmacy with various internships and externships. She worked at Weis Markets as a Pharmacy Intern from 2012 to 2018, gaining extensive experience in the pharmacy field. She also completed several pharmacy externships at locations such as GEISINGER CLINIC SELINSGROVE, Tyler Memorial Hospital, and CUSTOM CARE COMPOUNDING PHARMACY, INC. These experiences contributed to her development as a skilled pharmacist, particularly in the area of medical cannabis.
Previous Positions
Before joining Ayr Wellness, Krista Bower Swank held several positions that shaped her career. She worked as a Medical Cannabis Consultation Pharmacist at Nature's Medicines from 2019 to 2021, where she specialized in advising patients on cannabis use. Additionally, she served as an Office Assistant at UPMC Susquehanna from 2018 to 2019. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a broad understanding of pharmacy operations and patient care.
Patient Care and Consultations
In her role as a pharmacist, Krista Bower Swank focuses on patient safety and personalized care. She screens patients for potential risks related to drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease interactions. Her work includes providing consultations to patients certified in the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program, where she helps them navigate product selection and dosage recommendations. This aspect of her work highlights her commitment to enhancing patient outcomes through informed decision-making.