Ariba Waqar

Registered pharmacist (RPh) with 4+ years of experience across tertiary care and specialized oncology settings. Experienced in interpreting clinical and laboratory data, monitoring adverse drug reactions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment protocols. Skilled in delivering accurate, evidence-based drug information to physicians and healthcare stakeholders.

Strong analytical and scientific communication skills with a commitment to data-driven clinical decision-making and improved patient outcomes.

Lead Pharmacist - Aga Khan University Hospital

• Conduct medication appropriateness reviews and deliver evidence-based drug information to physicians, supporting rational prescribing decisions.
• Interpret clinical data to guide medication adherence and compliance initiatives across diverse patient populations.
• Provide scientific and medical education to patients and healthcare staff on medication use, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Manage pharmacy inventory and utilize pharmacy management software for data tracking, documentation, and reporting.

Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology - National Institute of Blood Diseases

(2023-01)

• Monitored chemotherapy administration and interpreted clinical and toxicity data to manage adverse events including neutropenia, tumor lysis syndrome, and extravasation — applying core pharmacovigilance and safety-monitoring skills.
• Collaborated with an interdisciplinary medical team to optimize oncology treatment protocols, contributing clinical insight to protocol refinement and decision-making.
• Delivered palliative care management for treatment-related symptoms including pain, fever, and diarrhea.

Clinical Pharmacist - Usman Memorial Hospital

(2022-01)

• Performed medication reconciliation and clinical audits, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with treatment standards.
• Evaluated laboratory data to assess patient suitability for chemotherapy dosing.
• Calculated and prepared chemotherapeutic doses, applying rigorous quantitative and clinical judgment.
• Participated in COVID-19 vaccination services, supporting public health data collection and reporting.

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy - University of Karachi (2019-01)

Intermediate - Pre-Medical - Govt. Degree College for Women (2013-01)