Rachel Parry, Pharm D, PhD
About Rachel Parry, Pharm D, PhD
Rachel Parry, Pharm D, PhD, is a Senior Researcher with extensive experience in health economics and outcomes research. She holds a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Iowa and a Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Current Role at Carelon
Rachel Parry serves as a Senior Researcher at Carelon, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on health economics and outcomes research, contributing her expertise to various projects. Her responsibilities include conducting research, analyzing data, and collaborating with other professionals in the field to improve health outcomes.
Previous Experience in Health Economics
Prior to her current role, Rachel worked as a Research Manager in Health Economics and Outcomes Research at Twill from 2022 to 2023. She also served as a Consultant in Health Economics and Outcomes Research at Noom for a brief period in 2023. Her experience in these roles has equipped her with skills in proposal writing and budgeting, essential for managing research projects effectively.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Parry holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, completed in 2018. She further advanced her education by earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a focus on Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2022. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in both quantitative and qualitative study designs.
Pharmacy Internships and Early Career
Rachel gained valuable experience through various pharmacy internships early in her career. She interned at Hy-Vee, Inc. from 2015 to 2017 and at Froedtert Hospital from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she completed a short internship at Cleveland Clinic in 2016. These roles allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in practical settings and develop her skills in patient care.
Licensure and Professional Skills
Rachel is a licensed pharmacist with a focus on health policy. Her professional skills include expertise in health economics research, proposal writing, and budgeting. This combination of practical pharmacy experience and research-oriented skills positions her well in the healthcare industry.