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Karim El-Shazly

California Registered Pharmacist
Santa Barbara

Summary

Dedicated Pharmacist offering 8 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management, and healthcare administrators.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

California Licensed Pharmacist

CVS PHARMACY
09.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans and ensure efficacy of prescriptions.
  • Coordinated with insurance providers to resolve billing discrepancies and secure coverage for essential medications for patients in need.
  • Advocated for patient-centered care by participating in professional organizations and promoting best practices within the pharmacy industry.
  • Increased awareness of immunization programs within the community through targeted educational efforts leading to increased vaccination rates.
  • Implemented new medication protocols for improved efficiency, reducing medication errors significantly.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through personalized service, addressing concerns, and answering questions promptly.
  • Managed high-volume prescription orders accurately and efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and safety regulations.

Pharmacy Intern

CVS Pharmacies
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Successfully completed required assessments and evaluations throughout the internship period, demonstrating growth in professional skills and knowledge related to the field of pharmacy.
  • Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by assisting in inventory management, medication storage organization, and restocking shelves.
  • Expanded knowledge of various medication classes through continuous learning from experienced pharmacists and attending relevant training sessions.
  • Supported pharmacists during drug utilization reviews, helping identify potential issues and facilitating appropriate interventions.
  • Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.

Product Specialist

Genentech
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Smooth implementation of the NWHP with the ministry of health
  • Leading the launch of Phesgo a new project combining Hercptin+Perjeta in a single dosage through medical awareness and campaigns for early breast cancer detection
  • Growing Kadcyla’s market share in metastatic breast cancer patients through penetration of new sectors
  • Gathering and analysing insights and data to determine customer trends and needs
  • Reporting monthly performance and review meetings with management to analyse performance
  • Monitoring and managing inventory and stock level to build healthy stock level.

Pharma Operating Principal ambassador

Genentech
  • Co-leading the roll out of the pharma operating principles internally through weekly sessions to adopt news ways of working.

Product Specialist

Amgen
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Relaunching of Panitumumab for front line metastatic colorectal cancer patients in Cairo and Upper Egypt
  • Growing sales and market share by building strong customer relationships through deep understanding of customer pain points and meeting their needs
  • Positioning Xgeva among HCPs as a first-line treatment option for patients with metastatic bone cancer
  • Mapping out consumer journey and tailoring solutions to provide a seamless experience
  • Reporting monthly performance and review meetings with management to analyse performance
  • Monitoring and managing inventory and stock level to build healthy stock level.

Junior Product Specialist

AstraZeneca
10.2018 - 09.2019
  • Establishing Faslodex in metastatic cancer patients, alongside Arimidex as standard of care
  • Building great customer relationship to drive growth and penetrate new sectors
  • Assisting through market research with launch of Tagrisso.

Education

MBA - Healthcare Concentrated

Westcliff University
Irvine, California
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Pharmacy and Biotechnology - undefined

German University in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt

Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Strong Communication skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem Solving

High presentation skills

Active Licensing

Customer Education

Customer Engagement

Product Knowledge

Product Recommendations

Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

California Licensed Pharmacist

CVS PHARMACY
09.2024 - Current

Pharmacy Intern

CVS Pharmacies
05.2023 - 08.2024

Product Specialist

Genentech
08.2020 - 10.2021

Product Specialist

Amgen
09.2019 - 08.2020

Junior Product Specialist

AstraZeneca
10.2018 - 09.2019

MBA - Healthcare Concentrated

Westcliff University
05.2001 -

Pharma Operating Principal ambassador

Genentech

Bachelor of Pharmacy and Biotechnology - undefined

German University in Cairo

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