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Episode 26 - Interview with Steve Ellis

In this episode we chat with Steve Ellis, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. After Gatton was founded in 2005, Ellis played a key role in the college’s early development, officially joining in 2008 to lead the Office of Student Affairs. This office supports students throughout their entire journey—from recruitment efforts starting as early as high school, to current student services, and even alumni engagement after graduation. Ellis also serves on the college’s Executive Committee and has held leadership roles at the university level.
Steve recently celebrated his 30th anniversary working at ETSU and was honored with a special scholarship in his name to support students. You can support this scholarship by visiting our Gatton donor page: Under Designation, select "Write In Your Choice," and type in "Steve Ellis Scholarship."

Episode 25 - Interview with Dr. Anthony Pudlo, CEO of TPA

In honor of American Pharmacists Month, we sat down with Dr. Anthony Pudlo, Chief Executive Officer of the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA). Dr. Pudlo leads an organization that advances, protects, and promotes high-quality, pharmacist-provided patient care in the state of Tennessee. In this interview he talks about the importance of TPA, the state of the profession, and advice for students. Learn more about TPA on their website, tnpharm.org, or on social media.

Episode 24 - Interview with Dr. Jim Thigpen

In this interview with Dr. Jim Thigpen, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, we discuss his pharmacotherapy course and how to succeed, leadership in pharmacy, and Dr. Thigpen's favorite pastime: fly fishing!

Episode 23 - Interview with Dr. Dowling-McClay about research (Part 2)

Check out Part 2 of our interview with Dr. KariLynn Dowling-McClay, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. Dr. Dowling-McClay discusses some of the exciting research opportunities for student pharmacists.

Episode 22 - Interview with Dr. Dowling-McClay on professional identity formation

Check out Part 1 of our interview with Dr. KariLynn Dowling-McClay, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. Dr. Dowling-McClay explains professional identity formation, imposter phenomenon, and the role those play in the lives of student pharmacists. She also shares her own journey to becoming a professional pharmacist. 

Episode 21 - Interview with Dr. Chris Lopez ('14) on community pharmacy

On this episode we chat with Dr. Chris Lopez, co-owner and lead pharmacist of Mooney's Pharmacy in Johnson City, Tennessee. He is a Class of 2014 alumnus of East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. Among the wide range of topics we cover, Dr. Lopez dives deep into what it’s like being a community pharmacist, how the profession has changed, steps to become a community pharmacist, and the impact his pharmacy made in partnership with Gatton on Hurricane Helene relief efforts in the region. For the video version of this interview, visit www.YouTube.com/@etsupharmacy and head over to our White Coat Radio playlist. 

Episode 20 - Interview with Dr. Jessica Burchette (Part 2)

We continue our conversation with Dr. Jessica Burchette, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, and dig deeper into the pharmacotherapy and patient care course. She is a clinical pharmacist who helped lead the recent curriculum changes at the college.

Episode 19 - Interview with Dr. Jessica Burchette (Part 1)

Check out Part 1 of our interview with Dr. Jessica Burchette, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy. She is a clinical pharmacist who helped lead the recent curriculum changes at the college. 

Episode 18 - Interview with Dr. Shelby Brooks

Hear from Dr. Shelby Brooks, one of the newest editions to faculty in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, and learn about her clinical interests as well as her obsession with Harry Potter!

Episode 17 - Meet Dr. Kaitlyn North

Listen to this interview with Class of 2022 alumna Dr. Kaitlyn North, who returns to her beloved East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy not to visit but as one of the newest editions to faculty in the Department of Pharmacy Practice.