Waqas A.
About Waqas A.
Waqas A. is a Clinical MTM Pharmacist and Chief Executive Officer at Pharmalyticals, with extensive experience in pharmacy management and education. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Midwestern University and has worked in various roles across healthcare institutions and companies since 2015.
Current Role at Aspen RxHealth
Waqas A. serves as a Clinical MTM Pharmacist at Aspen RxHealth since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for providing medication therapy management services. He oversees the creation and management of marketing strategies and materials for the company. Additionally, he provides guidance and support to staff members, ensuring they have the necessary resources and tools to perform their duties effectively.
Experience at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Waqas A. has held multiple positions at Walgreens Boots Alliance. He worked as a Pharmacy Manager since 2022 in Kansas City, Kansas. Prior to this, he served as a Market Pharmacist from 2021 to 2022 in Overland Park, Kansas. His roles involved overseeing pharmacy operations and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Education and Academic Background
Waqas A. completed his Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) at Midwestern University from 2017 to 2021. He also studied Chemistry at Keiser University, completing Pharm.D. pre-requisites from 2015 to 2016. Earlier, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Biology from The University of Kansas from 2009 to 2013.
Previous Positions in Healthcare
Waqas A. has diverse experience in various healthcare settings. He worked at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in several capacities, including as a Rehabilitation Hospital pharmacist in 2021 and in multiple APPE roles in 2020, focusing on areas such as General Medicine, Dermatology, and Infectious Diseases. He also gained experience as a Pharmacy Intern at Mariano's in 2020 and as a Medical Writer at DWA Healthcare Communications Group in 2021.
Leadership and Management Skills
As Chief Executive Officer at Pharmalyticals since 2022, Waqas A. is responsible for managing the financial aspects of the company, including budgeting and forecasting. He oversees hiring and managing external staff, such as instructors and marketers, and has developed a comprehensive NAPLEX study course as part of his responsibilities.