Pharmacy’s Kebodeaux, alumni recognized with APhA honors
LEXINGTON, Ky. (December 23, 2024) — The remarkable accomplishments of Clark Kebodeaux, PharmD, BCACP, and two alumni from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy (UKCOP) have garnered national recognition from the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). These honors celebrate their exceptional contributions to advancing pharmacy practice, research, and healthcare policy, underscoring their impact on the profession at both national and global levels.
Kebodeaux Honored as APhA-APPM Fellow
Clark Kebodeaux, PharmD, BCACP, associate professor of Pharmacy Practice and Science, has been named a fellow of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA)—one of the highest honors in the profession. This recognition highlights his outstanding achievements in pharmacy education, advocacy, and innovation.
“It is truly an honor to be recognized as an APhA Fellow,” Kebodeaux shared. “This achievement reflects the incredible mentors, colleagues, residents and students I’ve had the privilege of working with throughout my career. I remain committed to advancing the pharmacy profession and empowering pharmacists to improve patient care.”
Melody Ryan, PharmD, one of Kebodeaux’s nominators, commended his dedication and leadership. “Dr. Kebodeaux has demonstrated significant achievements in pharmacy practice and research. He has provided outstanding service to the profession, particularly through his involvement with APhA. He inspires students to remain actively engaged in the organization long after graduation.”
As director of Professional Program Laboratories and leader of the PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency Program, Kebodeaux has pioneered pharmacist-led care models and has been a guiding force for student pharmacists. His influence extends internationally through his role on the steering committee for MyDispense, a global community pharmacy simulation program.
Alumnus Joey Mattingly Recognized as APhA-APRS Fellow
Joey Mattingly, PharmD, MBA, PhD, a UKCOP alumnus from the class of 2009, was also named an APhA Fellow by the APhA-Academy of Pharmaceutical Research and Science. Mattingly’s career has been defined by groundbreaking work in pharmacy policy, health equity, and drug pricing reform.
“Dr. Mattingly is passionate about the profession and works tirelessly to position APhA as the national voice of pharmacy,” Ryan remarked. His commitment to mentoring future leaders is equally notable, having guided two students to national APhA-ASP officer roles during his tenure at the University of Maryland Baltimore.
Mattingly’s prolific research includes nearly 100 scholarly works, many of which focus on critical issues like pharmacy benefit management (PBM) practices and policy reform. “His research has been pivotal in advancing the cause of PBM reform, a key area of interest for APhA,” Ryan added.
Schondelmeyer Receives the 2025 Remington Honor Medal
Alumnus Stephen W. Schondelmeyer, PharmD, PhD, received the 2025 Remington Honor Medal, the highest distinction in the pharmacy profession. A previous inductee into the UKCOP Hall of Distinguished Alumni, Schondelmeyer’s career spans over five decades of transformative work in pharmacy policy and research.
As director of the PRIME Institute at the University of Minnesota, Schondelmeyer has championed initiatives to improve prescription drug access, affordability, and supply chain resilience. His extensive contributions include over 1,500 academic and professional publications, alongside influential testimony before legislative bodies.
The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy celebrates the achievements of Kebodeaux, Mattingly, and Schondelmeyer, whose work exemplifies leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing pharmacy practice. All recipients will be officially recognized during the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Nashville, TN, March 21–24, 2025.
About the American Pharmacists Association
Founded in 1852, the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) is the oldest and largest professional association of pharmacists in the United States. APhA provides leadership in advancing the profession of pharmacy to improve medication use and patient care.