Norman Hamada

Norman Hamada is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Loma Linda University's School of Pharmacy. His research focuses on drug safety and pharmacotherapy, particularly in pediatric populations, with emphasis on evaluating antihypertensive agents like nifedipine. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of the Pacific (1980) and has contributed to clinical studies assessing drug efficacy and safety in children with hypertension.

Key research areas include pediatric pharmacology, drug safety monitoring, and clinical trial design. His work bridges pharmacotherapy with practical clinical applications, especially in vulnerable pediatric populations.

• Completed grants include studies on cystic fibrosis treatments, Parkinson's disease therapies, and antibiotic efficacy.
• Notable collaborations involve institutions like the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and AbbVie.
• Current focus includes optimizing antimicrobial therapy protocols and improving Clostridioides difficile treatment guidelines.