Mary Douglass Smith

Mary Douglass Smith, PharmD, is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Director of Experiential Education at the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. She leads the planning, implementation, and quality assurance of the school's Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPE) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) programs, ensuring alignment with ACPE standards and institutional goals. Dr. Smith holds a PharmD from the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy (2008) and a BS in Biology from Presbyterian College (2004). Her professional background includes roles as a Pharmacist in Charge at Rite Aid and a focus on experiential education innovation.

Her research interests center on pharmacy education, particularly the design and evaluation of clinical training programs, preceptor development, and strategies to enhance student retention and reduce burnout. She has published extensively on topics like experiential education paradigms, ACPE policy implications, and the integration of personality/learning frameworks in health sciences curricula.

• Key Contributions: National leadership in preceptor development platforms, advocacy for non-patient care APPE electives, and curriculum reforms post-pandemic.
• Fun Facts: Enjoys beach trips, year-round Christmas decorations, and lively discussions about educational strategies.