Niki Asgharzadeh

Provided independent clinical pharmacy services in hematology/oncology, counseling patients on anticancer regimens, monitoring toxicities and labs, and conducting virtual and in-person encounters to optimize therapy.

Developed and managed a complex Hematology/Oncology pharmacy program, implemented formulary and protocol changes, and led cost-saving and drug shortage mitigation efforts while supporting VISN and facility committees.

Implemented and maintained infusion clinic procedures, prepared sterile infusions across specialties, managed infusion pharmacy projects, and provided chairside medication counseling and reconciliation.

Collaborated with inpatient teams to optimize medication regimens, prepared sterile solutions for inpatient use, analyzed prescribing trends, and provided discharge counseling and drug information.

Provided outpatient pharmacy services including vaccine administration, medication counseling, monitoring prescribing trends, and precepting pharmacy interns to ensure safe and effective drug therapy.

Supported dispensing operations, maintained compounding and labeling procedures, advised customers on medications and devices, and assisted with insurance and specialized patient services.

Prepared and delivered medications for pharmacist verification, processed third-party claims, triaged calls, and trained new technicians while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Completed the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) program with clinical training relevant to oncology and hematology.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences with foundational coursework supporting clinical pharmacy practice.