Dr. Kimberly Hoffmann

Professor

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Biography

Kimberly Hoffmann, PharmD, APh, BCPP, BCGP, is a Clinical Professor and Regional Coordinator at the University of the Pacific. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of the Pacific in 1989. Hoffmann is an Advanced Practice Pharmacist and a board-certified specialist in psychiatric geriatric pharmacy. She serves as a clinical psychiatric pharmacy specialist for Kern County and is committed to precepting students. Through her work, she underscores the critical role of pharmacy in mental health care within the healthcare disciplines. Hoffmann is dedicated to a student-centered educational approach, focusing on individual student interests and supporting their goal achievement. She actively engages in various professional organizations at national, state, and local levels, including the Kern County chapter of the California Pharmacists Association and the American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists. Her teaching philosophy centers on being a role model for students, encouraging them to think independently and become confident, knowledgeable professionals in patient care. Hoffmann manages courses involving advanced pharmacy practice experiences and electives in psychiatry and geriatric medicine. Her research interests encompass Psychiatry, Substance Misuse, Geriatric Syndromes, and Dementia.

Research Interests

Courses

PHRM 175 — APPE Capstone PHRM 176 — APPE Capstone II PHRM 184 — Electives Psychiatry Geriatric Medicine

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.