Skip to main
Skip to main
University-wide Navigation

A Message from the Chair

Welcome to the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science at the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. Our people define the future of pharmacy. Faculty in our department lead research that informs clinical practice, policy, and health care delivery — work that translates directly into better outcomes for patients and communities. We foster a collaborative environment where discovery and education intersect, giving students meaningful opportunities to engage in research with measurable impact. Whether you're a prospective student, a practicing clinician, or a fellow researcher, I invite you to explore our department and see the difference our people are making. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to welcoming you to our community.

Olufunmilola Abraham, Ph.D., Chair & Professor

Our Leadership

Olufunmilola Abraham, PhD, MS, BPharm

U.S. Surgical Endowed Professor and Chair, Pharmacy Practice & Science

olufunmilola.abraham@uky.edu

Jeff Cain, EdD, MS

Professor, Director of Office of Teaching Innovation & Scholarship, and Vice-Chair, Pharmacy Practice and Science

Jeff.Cain@uky.edu

Department Focus Areas

Medication Use and Outcomes Research

Health Systems and Care Delivery

Pharmacoeconomics and Health Policy

Translational and Clinical Science

Population Health and Community Impact

Education and Workforce Development

students being instructed in lab

Collaborating with Students

Faculty in the department actively engage students in ongoing research, providing guidance from project development to publication and presentation. This collaborative environment fosters critical thinking, scientific rigor, and professional growth.

Find Faculty Currently Accepting Students

Innovation in Action

  • Moga inaugurated as ISPE president

    Daniela C.

  • Blanton appointed as new postdoctoral academic fellow

    The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy has appointed Madison Blanton, Ph.D., as its newest postdoctoral academic fellow. 

  • Kuhn receives Piecoro Pioneer Award

    Robert J. Kuhn, PharmD, has been named the recipient of this year's University of Kentucky (UK) Piecoro Pioneer Award in Pediatric Pharmacy, given annually to someone who has made sustained contributions to the field and shown a passion for growing the next generation of pediatric pharmacists.