Alexis Marie Gaggini

Alexis Marie Gaggini is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. She holds a PharmD from Duquesne University, completed PGY-1 and PGY-2 residencies in pharmacy practice and ambulatory care, and previously served as a clinical specialist at Kingman Regional Medical Center. Her practice focuses on improving healthcare accessibility for rural and under-represented populations through lifestyle medicine and chronic disease management.

• Education:
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Duquesne University
• PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, St. Louis College of Pharmacy/Mercy Hospital
• PGY-2 Ambulatory Care Residency, Mercy Health (Toledo, Ohio)
• Teaching Roles:
• Course coordinator for Professional and Career Development 1
• Lecturer in Endocrinology
• Preceptor for IPPE/APPE pharmacy practice experiences

Her research interests include health equity, behavior change strategies, and quality improvement initiatives. She actively participates in interdisciplinary teams at UPMC Horizon in Farrell, Pennsylvania, and contributes to regional healthcare committees.

Dr. Gaggini emphasizes experiential learning, prioritizing problem-solving skills over rote memorization to prepare students for evolving healthcare challenges. She is deeply committed to fostering connections with learners, patients, and colleagues through communication and mutual respect.