Tom McFarlane

Tom McFarlane is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream at the School of Pharmacy, University of Waterloo. He teaches courses in oncology, internal medicine, and autoimmunity to undergraduate students and conducts practice-based research focused on improving supportive care regimens for cancer patients. His clinical work is centered at the Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Health Sciences, Toronto, where he combines clinical practice, research, and student mentorship.

• PharmD, Idaho State University (2011)
• BScPhm, University of Toronto (1996)

His research interests span pharmacist interventions in oncology, complementary medicine, cancer immunotherapy, biosimilars, and technology-driven support for cancer treatment. Recent publications analyze drug interactions, CAR T-cell therapy feasibility, and antiemetic strategies.

At the University of Waterloo, he teaches courses such as Integrated Patient Focused Care (PHARM 320, 321, 323) and Advanced Therapeutic Concepts in Oncology (PHARM 464). He serves on multiple committees at the School of Pharmacy and holds leadership roles in the Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology (CAPhO), including Chair of the Advanced Education Committee and Board of Directors membership.