Dr. Kate O Dell

Professor

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Biography

Kate M. O’Dell, PharmD, BCPS, has been a member of the University of the Pacific's pharmacy faculty since 2004. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Michigan in 1999 and completed a fellowship in Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Dr. O'Dell is deeply committed to student-focused teaching and emphasizes mentoring to help students achieve academic success in pharmacy practice. Her teaching philosophy revolves around fostering problem-solving skills, application of knowledge, and discovery among students. Dr. O'Dell’s research interests include clinical outcomes, pharmaceutical care services, and academic outcomes. She has authored and co-authored multiple publications focused on various aspects of pharmacy practice and clinical research.

Research Interests

Clinical Outcomes Pharmaceutical Care Services Academic Outcomes

Courses

PHAR 241 — Nonprescription Therapy Self-Care PHAR 555 — Hospital IPPE

Requirements for University of the Pacific

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.7
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
General Biology with Lab (8 credits) Microbiology (3 credits) Human Physiology (3 credits) General Chemistry with Lab (8 credits) Organic Chemistry with Lab (8 credits) Pre-Calculus or Higher (3 credits) English Composition (3 credits) Public Speaking (3 credits) Micro or Macroeconomics (3 credits) Psychology (3 credits)
Application Checklist
  • PharmCAS Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • In-person or Zoom Interview
Specialization Notes

This is the PharmD professional program administered by the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy.