UCHECHI AKPELU

Licensed Ontario Pharmacist and Pharmacist Manager with over eight years of progressive experience leading clinical pharmacy operations, community pharmacy operations, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to deliver evidence-based pharmaceutical care through comprehensive medication management, prescription verification, patient assessment, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for combining strong clinical judgment with meticulous attention to detail to evaluate complex healthcare information, improve medication safety, and ensure compliance with Health Canada regulations, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), and Ontario College of Pharmacists standards. Experienced in leading pharmacy teams, optimizing workflow, mentoring colleagues, and driving continuous quality improvement while maintaining exceptional patient care. Brings highly transferable expertise in clinical documentation review, analytical problem-solving, quality assurance, and regulatory oversight, making a strong contributor to AI initiatives focused on pharmaceutical data, clinical document evaluation, and healthcare quality.

• Conducted evidence-based drug information searches using clinical guidelines, tertiary references such as Lexicomp, and peer-reviewed literature to support medication recommendations.
• Responded to complex medication inquiries from patients and healthcare professionals using evidence-based resources such as PubMed.
• Prepared concise, accurate clinical documentation supporting therapeutic decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluated published medical clinical evidence to guide medication therapy recommendations.
• Collaborated with prescribers to resolve complex medication-related inquiries.

• Registered Part A Pharmacist – Ontario College of Pharmacists
• Authorized to Administer Injections and Immunizations
• Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
• Mastering Pediatric Immunizations