B. DeeAnn Dugan

B. DeeAnn Dugan, PharmD, BCACP, serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Samford University's McWhorter School of Pharmacy. With over 15 years at the institution, she leads academic programs and clinical research initiatives focused on advancing pharmacy education and patient care.

Education & Certifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Florida (2002)
• Pharmacy Practice Residency, Walgreens/University of Florida (2003)
• Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, University of Central Florida (1994)
• Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP, 2013-Present)
• Specialized certifications in immunization delivery, diabetes care, MTM, and clinical teaching
• Active pharmacist licenses in Alabama and Florida

Research Focus: Dr. Dugan's scholarship centers on innovative healthcare delivery models and educational methodologies. Her primary investigations examine diabetes management strategies, motivational interviewing techniques in telepharmacy settings, spirituality integration in clinical practice, and hybrid learning effectiveness. She maintains secondary interests in public health interventions for underserved populations and competency-based assessment frameworks.

Publications: Her recent research demonstrates strong emphasis on pedagogical innovation, with multiple studies exploring simulation-based training and asynchronous learning methods for clinical skills development. Chronic disease management and public health interventions remain consistent themes throughout her publication history.

Awards & Honors:

• Faculty Preceptor of the Year (2014, 2023)
• AACP Community Engaged Service Award (2014)
• PSPC Safe Medications Use Award (2013)
• Pharmacy Practice Faculty Member of the Year (2011)
• Phi Lambda Sigma Alumna Member of the Year (2014)

Professional Leadership: Dr. Dugan maintains extensive involvement with national pharmacy organizations, serving as delegate for APhA (2011-2019, 2023-2024), regional coach for HRSA's Patient Safety Collaborative, and committee chair for AACP. She contributes to educational standards development through task forces focused on global education and ambulatory care practice.