Tony Olson

Anthony W. Olson, Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota's College of Pharmacy and Research Scientist II at the Essentia Institute of Rural Health, is a dual-credentialed professional with a PhD and PharmD. His work bridges pharmacy practice and rural healthcare research, focusing on pharmacist-patient communication, opioid use disorder interventions, and clinical trial design. Olson's research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health and well-being, particularly through optimizing primary care delivery and pharmacist roles in patient-centered services.

• University of Minnesota, College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Essentia Institute of Rural Health, Research Division

Research interests include patient-centered care models, pharmacist-patient communication, and opioid use disorder treatment. His 2022–2025 publications analyze pragmatic clinical trials, hidden curricula in pharmacy education, and stress mitigation tools for pharmacy personnel. Key collaborations span institutions like the University of Minnesota, Essentia Health, and academic journals such as Contemporary Clinical Trials and American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education.

Recent articles highlight his focus on clinical trial methodology (2023), pharmacist-provided services (2023), and workforce stress interventions (2025). Keywords from his work include Pharmacy, Patient-Centered Care, and Clinical Trials, with sub-fields like Medication for Opioid Use Disorder and Pharmacist-Patient Trust.