Gail Orum-Alexander

Gail Orum-Alexander, PharmD, BCGP, is the Dean of the College of Pharmacy at Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU), a position that places her at the forefront of pharmacy education and institutional leadership. She oversees the academic and strategic direction of the college, building on over two decades of experience in higher education and pharmacy practice.

Her research interests span geriatric pharmacotherapy, medication optimization, health literacy, and fall prevention, with a strong emphasis on health equity in aging and underserved populations. She has contributed as a co-investigator on studies funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and has presented her work at national conferences, highlighting her commitment to equitable healthcare delivery.

Dr. Orum-Alexander has held multiple leadership roles, including associate dean of experiential education, academic affairs, and assessment, as well as interim dean at the Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She also served as dean of the College of Science and Health at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, where she oversaw diverse health programs such as public health, physician assistant, radiologic sciences, and pharmacy technology.

Her professional service includes active involvement in the California Pharmacists Association and leadership as the immediate past president of the Greater Los Angeles chapter, reflecting her engagement in the broader pharmacy community.

She earned a PharmD and is board certified in geriatric pharmacy (BCGP), underscoring her clinical expertise and dedication to geriatric care. While no specific students or publications are listed, her leadership in academic affairs and research funding indicates a strong mentorship and scholarly presence.