Martha Ndung'u

Martha Ndung'u is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, returning to her alma mater after teaching and clinical roles at the University of Pacific and other institutions. She specializes in global health, primary care, and addressing health disparities through education and clinical practice.

Education:

• PharmD, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy (Global Health concentration)
• Primary Care Residency, LifeLong Health Center (Touro University)
• Teaching Certification

Research & Focus: Her work emphasizes global health equity, pharmacy education innovation, and improving healthcare access in underserved regions. She co-directs the Global Health Area of Concentration at Pitt and coordinates the PGY2 Global Health residency program at Birmingham Clinic.

Awards:

• 2022 CSHP New Practitioner of the Year
• 2020 ACCP Ambulatory Care PRN Second Place
• 2020 AACP Walmart Scholars Program

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, she contributes to student mentorship through clinical preceptorships and curriculum development. Her grants and collaborations focus on global health initiatives and health equity projects.

Labs/Teams: Engaged with the student-run Clincia Tepati in Sacramento, CA, and collaborates with global health networks to address systemic disparities in diabetes care and pandemic response.