PHASER Pharmacy Program Manager
Department of Veterans Affairs
Dr. Bates is the national PHASeR Pharmacy Program Manager for the Department of Veterans Affairs specializing in precision medicine. She is also Associate Professor of Clinical Education at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Dr. Bates completed her Bachelor of Science at Eastern Illinois University, a Master of Science with concentration in biochemistry and biophysics at Northern Illinois University and her Doctor of Pharmacy at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed a post graduate year 1 (PGY1) pharmacy practice and PGY2 oncology pharmacy residency at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Bates has experience as a leader in clinical pharmacy practice, oncology pharmacy, and residency training. She has a passion for advancing pharmacy practice through education rooted in the belief that learning improves lives. Dr. Bates has served ASHP in a variety of capacities including in leadership roles. In addition to ASHP, Dr. Bates is an active member of the hematology oncology pharmacist association (HOPA). She was recognized for her achievements when she was selected as the inaugural recipient of the Milton W Skolaut leadership award bestowed by Duke University Medical Center, designated as Fellow by ASHP, and presented with the Distinguished Service Award from the ASHP Section of Clinical Specialists and Scientists.
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM