Philip Hritcko

Philip Hritcko is a faculty member in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy. He plays a key role in academic administration, serving as Course Coordinator for the Honors Pre-Pharmacy program (SPiP) and overseeing recruitment, admissions, retention, and academic standards for the professional pharmacy program. He also serves as a liaison with the Financial Aid and Registrar’s Offices and maintains active participation in teaching, research, and service.

His teaching expertise includes didactic instruction in Pharmacy Practice Experiences, with a focus on the Cardiology Module and Anticoagulants. Clinically, he is involved in anticoagulation care and service learning in ambulatory care settings.

Research Interests: His work centers on pharmacy practice, particularly in anticoagulation management, cardiovascular pharmacotherapy, and innovative educational models in pharmacy education. His efforts in the Special Programs in Pharmacy (SPiP) highlight a commitment to student development and academic excellence.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
• American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)
• American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP)
• Connecticut Pharmacists Association (CPA)
• Connecticut Society of Consultant Pharmacists (CSCP)
• Connecticut Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP)

Scientific Awards: No awards were mentioned in the provided text.

Advising and Grants: While no specific students or grant funding are listed, his leadership in the SPiP program and role in student retention and academic standards suggest significant advising and mentorship responsibilities. He is deeply involved in shaping the educational experience for pharmacy students at UConn.

Labs and Teams: He is integrated into the academic and clinical operations of the UConn School of Pharmacy, contributing to the Pharmacy Practice department’s teaching and service missions, particularly in experiential education and anticoagulation care teams.