Dr. Vaughn Chauvin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vaughn Chauvin is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BScPharm) at the University of Toronto in 2011 and finished a Community Pharmacy Residency at UBC in 2014. With a substantial background in retail pharmacy, he specializes in managing chronic pain as a clinical pharmacist within a multidisciplinary team. Vaughn teaches Pharmacy Practice III (PHRM 341) in the Entry-to-Practice PharmD program, focusing on professional issues related to opioid therapy and tapering. He actively participates as Chair of the Student Progress and PLAR Committees and collaborates with Indigo Pharmacy, where he serves as pharmacy manager and director. His work in integrated health care settings allows him to deliver comprehensive patient care while also serving on various pharmacy organizations, including the College of Pharmacists of BC and the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.