Diana Cao

Diana Cao is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Marshall B. Ketchum University College of Pharmacy (MBKU COP). She holds board certifications in pharmacotherapy and cardiology, and is a Fellow of the California Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

Education:

• PharmD, University of Southern California School of Pharmacy
• PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, UCSF Medical Center
• PGY-2 Cardiology Pharmacy Practice Residency, USC School of Pharmacy

Research Focus: Specializes in cardiovascular pharmacotherapy, with emphasis on optimizing drug therapy in cardiac patients. Combines clinical expertise with academic leadership to advance pharmacy practice.

Awards & Affiliations:

• BCPS AQ-Cardiology (Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist)
• BCCP (Board Certified Cardiology Pharmacist)
• FCSHP (Fellow, California Society of Health-System Pharmacists)

Prior to MBKU COP, served on faculty at Loma Linda University and California Northstate University Colleges of Pharmacy. Maintains clinical leadership roles as a former lead critical care pharmacist.