Abdullah Alwagdani, PharmD, MSc.

Dynamic professional with a diverse background in academia, chemical biology research, and clinical hospital settings, offering a well-rounded perspective and robust skill set. Expertise in teamwork, critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and adaptability enables thriving in fast-paced and evolving environments. Committed to leveraging these strengths to contribute effectively to team objectives and drive innovative solutions. A proactive approach ensures readiness to tackle challenges and embrace opportunities for growth.

June 2015 – Oncology Dept., Alhada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif
Reviewed cancer treatment protocols (breast, lung, prostate, colorectal). Attended morning rounds and care plan discussions. Presented a case on atypical breast cancer.

April 2015 – Infectious Diseases Dept., Alhada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif
Joined morning rounds. Advised on treatment plans for TB, pneumonia, MRSA, and sepsis. Presented a case on drug-resistant TB.

Feb 2015 – Drug Information Center, King Faisal Hospital, Taif
Answered clinical inquiries on poisoning, dosing, interactions, and therapy alternatives. Provided evidence-based recommendations to healthcare providers.

Dec 2014 – General Surgery Dept., King Faisal Hospital, Taif
Assisted in rounds and advised on antibiotic use for surgical cases. Presented a seminar on sepsis management in geriatric post-op patients.

Oct 2014 – Internal Medicine Dept., Alhada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif
Suggested treatment plans for chronic diseases. Participated in outpatient clinics. Presented a journal article on hepatic encephalopathy.

Aug 2014 – Inpatient Pharmacy, Alhada Armed Forces Hospital, Taif
Prepared unit-dose meds, reviewed oral med requests, and supported inpatient dispensing.

July 2014 – Outpatient Pharmacy, King Faisal Hospital, Taif
Handled profiling, dispensing, MTM, counseling, and physician interventions for outpatients.

• Outpatient Pharmacy Training
  Mental Health Hospital, Taif, Saudi Arabia
  June 2014 (6 weeks)
  Performed profiling, dispensing, refilling, patient counseling, and medication therapy management.
• Community Pharmacy Training
  Al-Nahdi Medical Company, Taif, Saudi Arabia
  June 2013 (6 weeks)
  Engaged in prescription profiling, dispensing, refilling, counseling, and medication therapy management.

Pharmacist License
Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
Licensed since June 2015 | Expires 2027 (renewed biennially)

CPR & First Aid Certification
American Red Cross
Adult CPR/AED, Pediatric CPR, and First Aid | Expires 2027

Graduate Fellowship
University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
Awarded June 2022 to pursue a Master’s degree

King Salman Scholarship Program
March 2017 – January 2020
Funded postgraduate pharmacy residency training in the United States

• June 2024 – Review of mPGES-1 Inhibitors Based on the Benzoxazole and Its Isostere Scaffold for the Treatment of Inflammatory Diseases
  Longitudinal Scholar's Project
• February 2018 – Pharmacological Activities of a Novel Plant Species, Huernia sp. nov. aff. Boleana Grown in the High Mountains of Southwest Saudi Arabia
  Molecular Medicine Reports
• December 2015 – Study of the Antidiabetic Activity of Huernia sp. nov. aff. Boleana Growing in High Altitude Areas of Southwest Saudi Arabia
  Annals of Biological Sciences

• Toastmasters International – UTHSC Chapter
  University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
  April 2023 – June 2024
  Enhanced public speaking and presentation skills; served as general evaluator, meeting host, speaker, and grammarian.
• Counselor – Pharma-Dose Club
  University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
  March 2021 – Present
  Mentored PharmD students, provided academic support, and facilitated connections with external scientists.
• Leader – Student Club
  Virginia Tech, Language and Culture Institute, Fairfax, VA, USA
  March – August 2017
  Addressed student needs and organized extracurricular activities.
• Leader – Pharmacy Career Day 4
  King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  May 2013
  Led the organizing committee for the national pharmacy career conference.