AboutDr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D. Expertise I can answer a broad range of questions related to community pharmacy practice. My particular
interests include childrens` health and safe medication use for seniors. As the mother of two small children, I am quite knowledgable on many parenting issues from how to handle
a baby with colic to how to get kids to take their medicine. With regards to medication use in seniors, I can answer questions about adverse effects, drugs to generally avoid
in that population, and disease management issues.
Experience I entered the world of pharmacy as a technician for approximately six years. I then went on to receive my Doctor of Pharmacy degree and now work for the Federal Government as an outpatient pharmacist.
Publications Drug Topics Feb.2006 edition ("Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"),
I also recently submitted an article to Pharmacy Times entitled "How to Help Parents Cope With Colic" which is scheduled for publication in the near future.
Education/Credentials B.S. Biology (Old Dominion University 1997)
Pharm.D.(Virginia Commonwealth University 2002)
Question Hi my name is Brittney. I am entering my senior year in high school this year. After high school, I plan on attending college for pharmacy. This summer I am taking a class called Career Exploration at Suny Brockport and one of our assignments is to contact people who work or know about the career field that we are interested in. I have a couple questions that you may be able to answer for me. I am wondering what classes are needed to be taken in college? What major information that I may need to know? About how much are the college expenses? Are there any other recommendations that you may have for me. I hope to hear from you soon so that I can continue exploring the pharmacy field. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Brittney
Answer Hi Brittney,
I am glad to hear of your interest in pharmacy and am happy to answer your questions:
1) I am going to refer you to my alma mater, VCU, and their list of prerequisites at:http://www.pharmacy.vcu.edu/Pharmd/prereq2008.html.
Most pharmacy schools require the same prerequisites.
2)As far as tuition, that depends on the school. The average cost per year for me was about 10,000.
3) Some recommendations:
-Work in a pharmacy before you apply to pharmacy school. This will help ensure that you like the field and looks great on your application. Try to work in a hospital and retail environment if you can.
-Try to maintain a full course load each semester while maintaining a good GPA.
-Join a pre-health club at your school.
These are some of the basics. I wish you the best. Let me know if you have any more questions. I would be glad to help.
