Colleen Barker Northampton PA
Registered Pharmacist, Doctor of Pharmacy, and medical information management in Northampton, PA
Colleen Barker of Northampton, PA, is a highly skilled and accomplished Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Registered Pharmacist (RPh). She completed her undergraduate studies at Indiana Wesleyan University. In this Christ-centered institution, she earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Psychology, graduating Magna Cum Laude and gaining recognition on the Dean’s List for all eight semesters. With a strong foundation in the sciences, she pursued further education at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, where she earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2005, once again graduating Magna Cum Laude and becoming a member of the Rho Chi National Pharmacy Honor Society.
Throughout her career, Colleen has specialized in medical information management and writing, a field that requires collaboration across various departments, including legal, government regulatory, and healthcare marketing. She has developed a reputation as a Pharmacy Informaticist, applying information technology to enhance processes in the documentation and delivery of patient pharmaceuticals. Her training as a pharmacist enables her to act as a bridge between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring the correct use of medications and prioritizing patient safety. She remains vigilant in her role, reviewing prescriptions for possible drug interactions and minimizing risks associated with adverse reactions.
Colleen Barker Pharmacist’s work has been recognized in her industry. During her sixth anniversary with TEVA Pharmaceuticals, NA, she was honored with the President's Club award, presented annually to fewer than 100 professionals in the North American division for exceptional performance. Her versatility has allowed her to contribute across a wide range of therapeutic areas, including respiratory, oncology, rare disease, hematology, and neurology, adapting her expertise to the evolving pharmaceutical industry needs.