HENRY N. YOUNG

Henry N. Young, Ph.D., is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy at the University of Georgia’s College of Pharmacy. He holds the Kroger Professor title. His research focuses on clinical pharmacy practice innovations, health disparities, HIV prevention strategies, and medication adherence in underserved populations. He has contributed to advancing telehealth applications in cardiovascular disease management and evaluating barriers to opioid treatment access. His work frequently addresses social determinants of health and pharmacy’s role in public health initiatives.

Key areas of expertise include:

• Pharmacy services and policy
• HIV prevention and PrEP implementation
• Medication adherence strategies
• Health equity research
• Implementation science in healthcare

Recent studies highlight his work on:

• Racial disparities in antipsychotic utilization
• Pharmacist-led buprenorphine programs
• Telemedicine adoption among Medicare beneficiaries
• Long-acting injectable therapies for mental health and HIV

He has received the prestigious Fellow of the American Pharmacists Association (FAPhA) honor. His research is supported by grants addressing pharmacy’s expanded role in community and clinical care settings.