Marie Scott

Marie Scott is a Clinical Professor and Regional Coordinator in San Diego at the University of the Pacific, School of Pharmacy. She has been a member of the faculty since 2013 and is actively involved in shaping future pharmacists through experiential education.

Education:

• PharmD, University of California, San Francisco, 2002
• Residency in Pharmacy Practice, San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2003

Her teaching focuses on Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE), particularly in ambulatory care. She emphasizes professionalism, resourcefulness, and lifelong learning in her teaching philosophy, aiming to prepare student pharmacists for successful transitions into practice. She teaches courses including PHRM 172 (Ambulatory Care APPE), PHRM 175 (APPE Capstone I), and PHRM 176 (APPE Capstone II).

Dr. Scott is actively engaged in professional organizations such as the San Diego Society of Health-System Pharmacists (President in 2016) and the California Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Her practice interest lies in ambulatory care pharmacy, where she contributes to both clinical training and professional leadership.

Professional Affiliations:

• San Diego Society of Health-System Pharmacists (President, 2016)
• California Society of Health-System Pharmacists

She plays a key role in mentoring future pharmacists and ensuring high standards in clinical pharmacy education. Her work bridges academic training with real-world practice, fostering confidence among future colleagues in the pharmacy profession.