Stephanie Kourtakis

Stephanie Kourtakis is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She serves as course coordinator and lead instructor for patient assessment courses and directs interprofessional education (IPE). Dr. Kourtakis practices as an ambulatory care pharmacist at Riverside University Health System Medical Center, precepting student pharmacists in family medicine settings.

Education: B.Sc. in Health Sciences (Oakland University), PharmD (University of Michigan), PGY1 Community Pharmacy Residency (Mercer University/Kroger), and PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency (Nova Southeastern University).

Research focuses on teaching methodologies and diabetes outcomes. She presented posters at ASHP Midyear Meetings (2016–2017) on medication reviews and readmission reduction strategies. Active in professional organizations including APhA, Phi Delta Chi, and Phi Lambda Sigma.

Advises KGI’s APhA-ASP chapter and CAPSLEAD leadership team. Engaged in diabetes management and geriatric care through clinical practice and education.