Colleen Barker Pharmacist

Colleen Barker of Northampton, PA, is a highly accomplished Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Registered Pharmacist (RPh). She completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana Wesleyan University, a Christ-centered academic institution. She has honed her medical information management and writing skills throughout her career, which demands constant collaboration with various disciplines, such as legal, government regulatory, and healthcare marketing. Her expertise in this area is reflected in her ability to navigate complex scenarios where different fields intersect. In addition to her work in medical information, Colleen Barker is a skilled Pharmacy Informaticist. This role requires her to leverage information technology (IT) to streamline the processes involved in documenting, managing, and delivering patient pharmaceuticals.  Colleen's education and experience as a pharmacist allow her to serve as a key liaison between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring that medication dosages and usage are optimized for patient safety. She is vigilant about reviewing prescriptions to prevent potential drug interactions, always aiming to minimize the risk of adverse reactions and protect her patients' well-being. Her commitment to patient safety and professional excellence was recognized early in her career. After six years with TEVA Pharmaceuticals, NA, she received the prestigious President’s Club award. This award is given to fewer than 100 professionals in the North American division of the company each year and honors exceptional contributions and performance. Colleen’s adaptability has been a hallmark of her career, allowing her to work across diverse therapeutic areas, including respiratory, oncology, rare disease, hematology, and neurology.