Don Roosan, Pharm D., PhD.
About Don Roosan, Pharm D., PhD.
Don Roosan, Pharm D., PhD, serves as the AI and Population Health Director at California Specialty Pharmacy and has extensive experience in healthcare analytics and informatics. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy from Purdue University and a PhD in Biomedical Informatics from the University of Utah, and he aims to reduce health disparities through innovative data-driven solutions.
Work at California Specialty Pharmacy
Currently, Don Roosan serves as the AI and Population Health Director at California Specialty Pharmacy, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on integrating artificial intelligence into population health strategies to enhance healthcare delivery. His work involves applying data analytics to improve healthcare safety and quality, particularly in chronic and underserved populations.
Previous Experience at Pharmacy Career Coach
From 2019 to 2022, Don Roosan worked as a Pharmacy Career Development Coach at Pharmacy Career Coach. During his three years in this role, he provided guidance and support to pharmacy professionals seeking to advance their careers. His expertise in pharmacy and career development contributed to the growth and success of individuals in the field.
Experience at Emanate Health
Don Roosan held the position of Population Health and Genomics Data and AI Director at Emanate Health from 2017 to 2023. Over six years, he focused on utilizing data analytics and artificial intelligence to drive improvements in population health initiatives. His work involved leveraging genomics data to enhance healthcare outcomes and address health disparities.
Education and Expertise
Don Roosan earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from Purdue University, where he studied Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration from 2005 to 2009. He later obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Informatics from the University of Utah, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both pharmacy and informatics.
Current Roles in Academia and Research
In addition to his role at California Specialty Pharmacy, Don Roosan has been a faculty member at Western University of Health Sciences since 2019. He also serves as a Research Scientist at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, focusing on utilizing augmented reality to improve medication adherence. His academic and research efforts aim to reduce health disparities and enhance healthcare delivery through innovative informatics.