Preceptor of the Year awardees recognized at Hooding Ceremony

The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy honored its Preceptor of the Year awardees at the Doctor of Pharmacy Convocation and Hooding Ceremony on May 3 at the Mershon Auditorium. Assistant Dean of Experiential Education Julie Legg, PharmD, FNAP, presented the awards to recipients in attendance.

The awardees include:

Scott Odle, PharmD, RPh, from Mount Carmel Grove City Hospital

"Scott's exceptional mentorship, dedication to patient care and commitment to teaching make him an outstanding candidate for the Preceptor of the Year award. His unwavering support and innovative teaching methods make him truly deserving of this recognition." - Samantha Moore

Daniel Rieck, PharmD, from Nationwide Children's Hospital

"Dan has set the gold standard for the type of pharmacist I aspire to be—one who collaborates seamlessly within a team, supports colleagues, mentors others as a preceptor and above all, remains a kind and compassionate individual." - Kyndal Lemelin

Missy Drexel, RPh, from Kroger Pharmacy

"Missy strives to demonstrate the positives of a career in community pharmacy. She is beloved by her staff, her company and her community. Patients would come into the pharmacy to speak with her directly because of the trust and relationship she has cultivated with them." - Audrey Odier

Bryan A. Helm, PharmD, from CVS/Pharmacy

"I could tell that he genuinely enjoys being a preceptor and has motivated me to want to do the same in the future after having such a wonderful experience on this rotation." - Emily Hanft

Rebecca Lahrman, PharmD, MS, BCACP, from OhioHealth O’Bleness Family Medicine

"Rebecca’s focus on well-being and her genuine care for her students make her an incredible preceptor, and I’m so grateful for everything she taught me." - Justin Powell

These preceptors were recognized for their exceptional dedication to student learning, mentorship and professional development.