Leslie Phillips

Dr. Leslie Phillips is a Professor at Memorial University with a joint appointment in the Faculty of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, and a cross-appointment with Eastern Health’s PIER Program (First Episode Psychosis). Her work bridges clinical pharmacy, mental health, and educational innovation.

Research Interests: Dr. Phillips focuses on mental health, medication adherence, tobacco and alternative nicotine products, and pharmacy education. Her research integrates psychopharmacology with patient-centered care, particularly in improving outcomes for individuals with mental illness through lifestyle and smoking cessation interventions. She has led significant projects such as the I Am Wise Study, which tests recovery-oriented lifestyle interventions in mental health services.

Publication Trends: Her recent publications highlight pharmacist-led smoking cessation programs, interprofessional education, stigma reduction in pharmacy students, and the expansion of pharmacists’ roles in primary and mental health care. These works reflect a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, health outcomes, and educational innovation in pharmacy.

• Pharmacists' Association of Newfoundland & Labrador: 2024 Honorary Life Member Award
• Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine: Discipline of Psychiatry Academic Teacher Award (2014)
• Memorial University’s School of Pharmacy Award for Teaching Excellence (1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2007, 2007, 2009, 2013)
• Memorial University’s President’s Award for Distinguished Teaching (2010)
• Memorial University’s School of Pharmacy Alumni Achievement Award (2010)
• Pharmacists' Association of Newfoundland & Labrador: James C Quick Award for contributions to the profession (2004)

Advising and Grants: While specific students and grant funding are not listed, Dr. Phillips has led impactful research projects such as the I Am Wise Study, suggesting active mentorship and research leadership. Her extensive publication record and repeated recognition for teaching excellence indicate sustained contributions to both research and academic training in pharmacy and mental health disciplines.

Labs and Teams: Dr. Phillips is affiliated with the PIER Program (First Episode Psychosis) at Eastern Health, where she contributes to clinical and research initiatives focused on early psychosis intervention. Her collaborative work with interprofessional teams underscores her role in advancing integrated care models.