Meryl Biksacky
About Meryl Biksacky
Meryl Biksacky is a Drug Information Specialist with extensive experience in pharmacy, currently leading the Drug Shortages Advisory Group at Intermountain Healthcare. She has a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Utah and has held various roles in pharmacy practice since 2012.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Meryl Biksacky has been employed at Intermountain Healthcare as a Drug Information Specialist since 2018. In this role, she leads the Drug Shortages Advisory Group, which is responsible for managing drug shortages across the health system. She actively participates in formulary activities and provides evidence-based responses to drug information inquiries. Additionally, she serves as a voting member of the Intermountain Healthcare Oncology P&T Subcommittee, contributing to the decision-making processes regarding oncology medications.
Education and Expertise
Meryl Biksacky earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Utah, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Organic Chemistry and Molecular Biology from Lake Forest College, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in pharmacy and drug information.
Background in Pharmacy Practice
Before her current roles, Meryl Biksacky completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at University of Utah Health from 2016 to 2017. She also worked as a Pharmacy Intern at University of Utah Health from 2014 to 2016 and at University Pharmacy from 2012 to 2014. These experiences contributed to her development as a clinical pharmacist and enhanced her expertise in medication management.
Research and Development Contributions
In her current position, Meryl Biksacky assists in the development of clinical guidelines and participates in medication-related writing and research projects. Her involvement in these initiatives reflects her commitment to advancing pharmacy practice and improving patient care through evidence-based practices.
Current Role at University of Utah Health
In addition to her role at Intermountain Healthcare, Meryl Biksacky has been working as a Clinical Pharmacist in the Investigational Drug Service at University of Utah Health since 2017. This position involves overseeing investigational drugs and ensuring their safe and effective use within clinical trials, further showcasing her expertise in the pharmaceutical field.