Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science

Shaping the future of medication effectiveness and patient care

Pharmacotherapy and outcomes science integrates pharmacy practice, clinical sciences and health outcomes research. It focuses on optimizing medication use and improving patient outcomes through personalized evidence-based approaches. Our department combines expertise in pharmacotherapy, clinical pharmacology, digital health, personalized medicine and health economics to educate and train future pharmacists, researchers and leaders.

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Degree Offerings

Our M.S. and Ph.D. programs offer rigorous training in pharmacotherapy and outcomes research, equipping students with the expertise to drive innovations in patient care and health outcomes.

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Research

Our researchers lead the development of innovative treatments and improvements in health care delivery for patients of all ages and conditions.

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Courses

Review a list of pharmacotherapy and outcomes science courses on the VCU Bulletin site.

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Student Organizations

Explore our dynamic student organizations that offer opportunities for connection, professional development and leadership.

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Who We Are

Faculty and Staff

Meet our dedicated faculty and staff, whose expertise and commitment drive our mission and foster a dynamic learning environment.

Graduate Students

Meet our current graduate students, who are actively contributing to cutting-edge research and advancing their fields within the department.

Alumni

Explore the achievements of our alumni, who exemplify the success and impact of our department's education and training.

Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science News

Six VCU School of Pharmacy faculty and staff members join the dean and Rodney the Ram (VCU's mascot) to celebrate their years of service to the university

May 23, 2025

For their service to VCU, these big numbers reflect their even bigger impact

Nearly 3,000 faculty and staff are cited for milestone years at the annual service celebration – and two School of Pharmacy faculty have dedicated at least 35 years of service to the university.

Recent pharmaceutical engineering graduate Asma Al-Terawi, Ph.D., in her doctoral tam, hood and gown poses for a family photo with her husband and their three sons after the VCU School of Pharmacy Hooding and Diploma Ceremony on May 9, 2025.

May 16, 2025

At graduation, Class of 2025 reflects on perseverance and the support that got them through

Keynote speaker Tiffani Bailey Lash, Ph.D., encourages Ph.D. and Pharm.D. graduates to "embrace the tools of tomorrow without forgetting the humanity that brought you here."

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May 16, 2025

Uhomba named 2025 ACCP-ASHP-VCU Congressional Healthcare Policy Fellow

"This fellowship offers an unparalleled opportunity to drive change at the intersection of health care and policy," Dr. Uhomba shared. "I believe that through this platform, I can create lasting reforms that impact health care access and equity across the nation."