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The Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto is one of North America's leading pharmacy educators and a hub for innovation and discovery.
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In this special live episode of I’m Pharmacy Podcast we bring together a panel of pharmacists, physicians, learners, and educators to ask a big, urgent question: How do we turn scattered progress in Ontario’s healthcare system into collaborative, patient-centred care.

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S5.E3 - Relieving the Pressure LIVE
Podcast Episode · I'm Pharmacy Podcast · 2025-11-19 · 40m
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November 19, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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National Addictions Awareness Week (#NAAW) highlights: New ON research, led by Shaleesa Ledlie (Unity Health), shows a crucial hospital intervention: early opioid agonist therapy (OAT) after a toxicity event cuts the risk of a repeat event nearly in half: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...
Starting opioid agonist treatment after hospitalization for toxicity halves risk of repeat event
Shaleesa Ledlie’s PhD research demonstrates importance of strong care pathways to initiate treatment for people soon after opioid toxicity.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Congratulations to the EPE Preceptors of the Year! 🤩

Nominated by #PharmD students, they are recognized for their exceptional guidance and mentorship in early experiential learning, helping students take their first steps into pharmacy practice: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...
Eight pharmacists recognized for outstanding mentoring
Student-nominated EPE Preceptors of the Year provide invaluable guidance and support during early experiential courses.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Prof. Anna Taddio’s CARD (Comfort, Ask, Relax, Distract) system is transforming vaccination by reducing pain, fear & anxiety to improve lifelong health behaviours. Learn how CARD is improving vaccine experiences across schools, public health, and pharmacies: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...
CARD at school helps students win against needle fear
CARD system provides evidence-based tools to improve vaccination experience for students and injectors in school and university settings.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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We’re delighted to welcome Joseph S. Brown as Assistant Professor in Biomolecular Science. His research at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and #machinelearning is redefining peptide-based therapeutics: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...

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New faculty Joseph Brown will explore how AI can accelerate peptide-based drug design
The Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy welcomes Joseph S. Brown as Assistant Professor in Biomolecular Science, whose research combines chemistry, biology, and machine learning to accelerate the discovery...
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November 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Discovery Pharmacy (DRx) is helping the @utoronto.ca community stay healthy this flu season through accessible, pharmacist-led vaccination clinics and person-centred care.

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Fighting Influenza on Campus and Beyond: Flu vaccinations and more at U of T’s Discovery Pharmacy
Discovery Pharmacy (DRx), U of T’s on-campus, not-for-profit pharmacy, is making flu vaccination easy and accessible through on-site services, pop-up clinics and person-centred care that addresses myt...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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First-year pharmacy students reflected on the symbolism of the white coat and their responsibilities as future health professionals during this year’s Induction into the Profession of Pharmacy Ceremony.

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Induction Ceremony affirms collective duty to care and recognizes need to evolve traditions
This year, f
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November 7, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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After years in pharmacokinetics and clinical trial analysis, Aaron Buaben joined the #PharmD for Pharmacists program to strengthen his clinical expertise and broaden his perspective on the profession: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...

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PharmD for Pharmacists program opens new doors for clinical pharmacology scientist
Aaron Buaben reconnected with direct patient care and expanded his research skill set, preparing him for new possibilities in pharmacy profession.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Under the supervision of Associate Prof. Rob Bonin, 2T5 grad Laura Bennett explored how a protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease could relieve chronic pain. Her PhD journey reflects the curiosity, collaboration, and innovation that make her a grad to watch: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...
PharmSci grad’s experience opens doors across disciplines—from lab research to industry to health policy
Laura Bennett’s PhD research suggests Alzheimer’s-related protein could help relieve chronic pain.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Researchers in the Pardee Lab have developed Mango—a portable device for on-site production of diagnostics and therapeutics—bringing accessible biomanufacturing to remote communities. The team is now adapting it for RNA-based vaccines and therapies.

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Mango device offers sweet solution to biomanufacturing challenges
The portable device, developed by the Pardee lab, allows decentralized diagnostics and drug manufacturing, improving healthcare accessibility.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Survivors’ Flag raised across #UofT ahead of Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡 uoft.me/bRP
The Survivors’ Flag is raised at U of T St. George
September 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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(1/4) Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation honour the experiences of residential school survivors and those that were lost.
Survivors Flag raising ceremony Rituals during the flag raising ceremony. Leaders in the reflective walk. A top-down view of the reflective walk in the Ma Moosh Ka Win Trail.
September 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Today is #WorldPharmacistsDay.

Discover how pharmacists are advancing sustainability in health care in this feature by Ivy Lam, Assistant Prof. & Academic Lead, Climate, Health & Sustainable Care, at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy.

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Pharmacists can embed sustainability in patient care
Pharmacists are helping cut health care’s carbon footprint while supporting patients and communities.
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September 25, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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“One genetic change can have devastating effects.”

New PharmSci MSc trainee Meaghan Thompson joins Assistant Professor Rachel Harding's lab to tackle Huntington’s disease research while exploring the many research directions offered at the faculty!

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PharmSci student drawn to open science to advance new treatments
Hands-on research and volunteering during her undergraduate degree fueled Meaghan Thompson’s passion for open science and her decision to pursue graduate studies.
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September 19, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Back in your earbuds with a new season of the I'm Pharmacy Podcast 🎙️

In episode one, we discuss the impact of the Trump administration's cuts to science and research in the U.S. - who pays the price when science is starved?

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I'm Pharmacy Podcast Season Five: Catalysts for Change
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September 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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After a decades-long career in academia and pharmacy education, Wayne Hindmarsh says that the Order of Canada is a recognition of the importance of the pharmacy profession: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...

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Professor and dean emeritus Wayne Hindmarsh honoured with Order of Canada
After a decades-long career in academia and pharmacy education, Wayne Hindmarsh says that the Order of Canada is a recognition of the importance of the pharmacy profession.
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September 16, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Sudbury, Ontario, native Dulain Abeyratne is combining his love of science and passion for patient care as he begins the Three-Year #PharmD program — with plans to give back to northern Ontario communities.

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From Sudbury to Toronto: PharmD student inspired to make an impact in northern communities
Dulain Abeyratne’s volunteer experience and interest in science helped him focus his career plans on pharmacy.
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September 16, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Just weeks into the Three-Year PharmD program, Olivia Van Hul is already broadening her perspective on pharmacy and how she can merge her passions for chemistry and global health.

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Pharmacy education combines student’s interests in chemistry and public health
Olivia Van Hul says that PharmD program has already broadened her perspective of pharmacy profession.
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September 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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With #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay on August 31, new research from #UofTPharmacy examines accountability for initiating events of current drug toxicity crisis & sheds light on importance of primary care for people with opioid use disorder.

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Tackling drug toxicity crisis requires collaboration at local and international levels
New research examines accountability for initiating events of current drug toxicity crisis and sheds light on importance of primary care for people with opioid use disorder
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August 28, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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This August, Catalyst Week welcomed the first cohort of the new Three-Year #PharmD program at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy. The week introduced students to @utoronto.ca, the profession of pharmacy, and strategies for success in the accelerated program: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...
Catalyst Week welcomes first cohort of Three-Year PharmD program
Accelerated program provides students with integrated learning and early practical experience to develop pharmacy skills.
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August 26, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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🚨The 2024-2025 Dean’s Report is now live

Tap ⬇️ to explore the many ways #UofTPharmacy is shaping the future of health through education, research and innovation.

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August 25, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Pharmacists, nurses & other health professionals often face patients with misinformed beliefs. Assistant Professor Jennifer Lake and partners launched a new #UofT elective to help students navigate these discussions with empathy and confidence: www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/news-announc...
Interprofessional elective teaches skills to counter health misinformation
Two-part course focused on building relationships and maintaining trust when having difficult conversations.
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August 19, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Researchers identify new therapeutic approach to tackle radiation resistance in childhood brain tumours #UofT 🧠 uoft.me/bLA
Left to right: Alexandria DeCarlo, Graham MacLeod, Stephane Angers and Vijay Ramaswamy are co-authors of a study that could offer new therapeutic options for patients whose cancers have previously been unresponsive to radiation
August 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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"If anything along that supply chain breaks, it sort of feels like a slow-moving train because it takes a few weeks or months for it to hit."

Associate Prof. Mina Tadrous shares insight on worldwide shortage of #HRT medications

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There's a worldwide shortage of hormone replacement medication. Here's what that means for women | CBC Radio
Over the last few years, worldwide shortages of HRT medications have left menopausal and perimenopausal women in the lurch, struggling to find relief from symptoms that range from inconvenient to debi...
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August 11, 2025 at 1:56 PM