Myke

Results-driven and patient-focused Pharmacist with over 3 years of progressive experience across digital health, community pharmacy, hospital settings, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Proven track record in medication therapy management, regulatory compliance (CAP 244 & PPB), pharmacovigilance, and clinical collaboration. Currently contributing to Zuri Health's mission of democratizing healthcare access in Africa through technology-driven pharmacy services and remote patient care.

Adept at GMP/GDP standards, inventory optimization, and cross-functional teamwork in fast-paced environments.

Pharmacist at Zuri Health (2025-01 – Present)

• Deliver telepharmacy consultations to patients across Kenya, providing accurate medication guidance and chronic disease support via digital health platforms.
• Review and process e-prescriptions, ensuring compliance with PPB regulations and patient safety protocols.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams (physicians, nurses, counselors) to optimize patient medication regimens and outcomes.
• Conduct medication reconciliation and adherence monitoring for patients managing HIV/AIDS, diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic conditions.
• Support development of digital health education content and patient-facing medication guides.
• Contribute to pharmacovigilance reporting and adverse drug reaction (ADR) monitoring within the telehealth ecosystem.

Pharmacist at Malibu Pharmacy Ltd. (2024-08 – 2025-01)

• Ensured full regulatory compliance in dispensing, labeling, and record-keeping per Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) requirements.
• Managed branch inventory and monitored controlled substances in strict accordance with CAP 244.
• Reviewed and optimized medication therapy regimens for patients with chronic conditions, improving adherence rates.
• Submitted pharmacovigilance reports on adverse drug reactions to the PPB regulatory framework.

Pharmacist at Masscare Pharmacy (2023-02 – 2024-08)

• Maintained dispensing accuracy and upheld Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) standards across all patient interactions.
• Counseled patients on safe medication use, side effects, drug interactions, and regulatory restrictions on OTC vs. prescription-only medicines.
• Streamlined prescription management workflow, contributing to a reduction in dispensing errors.

Pharmacist Intern at Embakasi Hospital (2023-12 – 2024-01)

• Conducted medication reconciliation and regulatory compliance checks for formulary adherence.
• Reduced inventory wastage by 20% through systematic stock control measures aligned with PPB guidelines.

Pharmacist Intern at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital (2023-06 – 2023-11)

• Collaborated with medical teams to ensure all medicines met hospital formulary and regulatory standards.
• Maintained documentation on storage conditions, expiry monitoring, and adverse drug event records.
• Liaised with insurance and pharmacy departments to ensure legal compliance in claims processing.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Intern at Laboratory & Allied Ltd. (2023-01 – 2023-03)

• Monitored GMP compliance on the production line, ensuring product quality and safety at each stage.
• Reviewed Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and conducted quality control checks for regulatory conformity.
• Supported preparation of documentation for PPB audits.

Pharmacy Attachment at Meru Teaching & Referral Hospital (2021-08 – 2021-10)

• Assisted in drug procurement and stock management under the Public Procurement and Disposal Act.
• Participated in pharmacovigilance and rational drug use sessions.

Bachelor of Pharmacy in Pharmacy – Kenyatta University (2015-01 – 2022-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – Maranda High School (2011-01 – 2014-12)