Christine N. Galinski
christine.galinski@wne.edu
(860) 335-2051
150 Stebbins Road Somers, CT 06071
EDUCATION
Western New England University: Springfield, MA
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.)
Pre-Pharmacy Program
Expected Graduation: May 2015
August 2009 - May 2011
PHARMACY-RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Genoa Healthcare Pharmacy: Manchester, CT
Pharmacy Intern
May 2014 – Present
 Process and fill prescriptions using Prodigy.
 Prepare medications in Dispill every cycle for patient pick up, nurse pick up, or delivery.
 Enroll patients, then gather and input laboratory results into the clozapine registry.
 Design and maintain an up-to-date excel worksheet with information regarding patients taking clozapine.
 Collect patients’ gene samples via buccal swab for SureGene testing.
 Analyze individuals’ genomic data and present it with recommendations to prescribers.
 Prepare and deliver educational presentations to prescribers and healthcare workers.
 Answer medicine-related questions from prescribers, patients, and nurses and teach proper Dispill usage.
Western New England University: Springfield, MA
Laboratory Assistant: Department of Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences
April 2012 – May 2014
 Designed and conducted scientific experiments.
 Analyzed results and presented data to faculty and laboratory staff.
 Created and presented scientific posters on experiments at professional pharmacy conferences.
 Wrote and prepared manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
Amherst Pharmacy: Amherst, MA
Pharmacy Intern
May 2013 – August 2013
 Processed and filled prescriptions using Rx30.
 Counseled patients on both prescription and over-the-counter medications.
 Managed inventory daily and problem solved when errors arose.
 Performed non-sterile product compounding.
 Brainstormed advertising methods and reviewed completed advertisements.
CVS/pharmacy: Enfield, CT
Pharmacy Technician/Pharmacy Intern
May 2010 – May 2012
 Processed and filled prescriptions using RxConnect.
 Focused on providing excellent customer service and resolving customers’ problems.
ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCES
The Westerly Hospital: Westerly, RI
Genoa Healthcare Pharmacy: Manchester, CT
Central Western Massachusetts Veterans Affairs: Leeds, MA
August 2014 – Present
May 2014 – June 2014
September 2014 – October 2014
INTRODUCTORY PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCES
Amherst Pharmacy: Amherst, MA
CVS/pharmacy: Springfield, MA
Mercy Medical Center: Springfield, MA
January 2013 – May 2014
August 2012 – December 2012
January 2012 – May 2012
Christine N. Galinski
christine.galinski@wne.edu
COLLEGE OF PHARMACY SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Pharmacy Student Governance Association (PSGA): President
Student-Faculty Ethics Committee: Member
APhA–ASP WNE University Chapter: Chapter Delegate
APhA–ASP WNE University Chapter: Co-Creation Chair and Vice President
Pharmacy Student Governance Association (PSGA): Vice President
2013
Search Committee for Dean of Experiential Affairs: Member
Strategic Planning Retreat: Student Representative
May 2013 – May 2014
September 2011 – May 2014
February 2012 – May 2013
October 2011 – May 2013
August 2011 – May
July 2012 – December 2012
October 2012
WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Steering Committee Member: Office of First Year Students and Students in Transition
Senior Formal Co-Chair, Student Representative: Class of 2013 Council
Open House Associate: Office of First Year Students and Students in Transition
Peer Advisor: Office of First Year Students and Students in Transition
Chemistry/Biology Peer Tutor: Office of First Year Students and Students in Transition
Vice President: Residence Hall Association (RHA) Plymouth Hall Council
Accepted Students Day Visit Program Host: Undergraduate Admissions
January 2012 – May 2013
September 2011 – May 2013
September 2010 – May 2013
March 2010 – May 2013
September 2010 – May 2011
September 2010 - May 2011
January 2010 – May 2011
ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT
Alpha Zeta Omega (AZO) Delta Tau Chapter: Student Member
ASHP-SSHP WNE Chapter: Student Member
APhA–ASP WNE University Chapter: Student Member
September 2012 - Present
October 2011 – Present
October 2011 – Present
CERTIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Licensed Pharmacy Intern, Rhode Island
Present
APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certification
Licensed Pharmacy Intern, Massachusetts and Connecticut
American Heart Association First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification
American Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogen Certification
HIPAA Certification
June 2014 January 2014 - Present
September 2011 - Present
August 2011 - Present
August 2011 - Present
August 2011 - Present
AWARDS / RECOGNITION
Academic:
American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy and Walmart: Walmart Scholar Program Recipient
April 2013
WNE University College of Pharmacy: College of Pharmacy Annual Scholarship Recipient
April 2013
WNE University: Dean’s List
May 2012
WNE University College of Pharmacy: Genetics Award (Highest Course Grade in the Class)
May 2012
WNE University College of Pharmacy: Dean’s Scholarship Recipient
April
2012
Rite Aid Pharmacy Scholarship: Scholarship Recipient
April 2012
WNE University: President’s List
December 2009 – December 2011
Service:
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APhA-ASP WNE University Chapter: Patient Counseling Competition: 2nd Place
2014
ASHP-SSHP Inaugural Regional Clinical Skills Competition: Winner
ASHP-SSHP WNE University Chapter: Clinical Skills Competition: Top 4
2013
Service (continued):
WNE University College of Pharmacy: Travel Award to APhA Annual Meeting
APhA-ASP WNE University Chapter: Travel Award to APhA Annual Meeting
APhA-ASP WNE University Chapter: Patient Counseling Competition 2nd Place
2013
APhA-ASP WNE University Chapter: Travel Award to APhA Mid-Year Regional Meeting
WNE University College of Pharmacy: Travel Award to AACP Annual Meeting
WNE University President’s Reception: Student Speaker
WNE University Alumni Association: Royal Skookum Award of Excellence Winner
WNE University College of Pharmacy: Travel Award to APhA Annual Meeting
APhA-ASP WNE University Chapter: Patient Counseling Competition: Winner
January
November 2013
October
March 2013
March 2013
January
October 2012
July 2012
May 2012
April 2012
March 2012
January 2012
PRESENTATIONS
Galinski CN, Scalise AA, Khodier C, Nag PP, Dockendorff C, Wurst J, VerPlank L, Dandapani S, Munoz B , Flaumenhaft
R, Kennedy DR. Development and optimization of protein disulfide isomerase inhibitors for potential antithrombotic
properties: 114th AACP meeting, Chicago IL, July 2013 - National Poster
Horosz P, Galinski CN, Spooner JJ, Kennedy DR. Comparison of Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences Among
U.S. Pharmacy Programs. 114th AACP meeting, Chicago IL, July 2013 – National Poster
Galinski CN, Kennedy DR. Components of Grapes and Red Wine Can Act as Direct Antithrombotic Inhibitors: 113th
AACP meeting, Orlando FL, July 2012 – National Poster
PUBLICATIONS
Peer Reviewed Manuscripts:
Galinski CN, Horosz PJ, Spooner JJ, Kennedy DR. Comparison of Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences Among
U.S. Pharmacy Programs. Am J Pharm Educ. 2014 (In Press).
Verplank L, Khodier C, Nag PP, Pu J, Wurst J, Pilyugina T, Dockendorff C, Galinski CN, Scalise AA, Passam F, van
Hessem L, Dilks J, Kennedy DR, Flaumenhaft R, Palmer MAJ, Dandapani S, Munoz B, Schrieber SL. Identification of
ML359 as a Small Molecule Inhibitor of Protein Disulfide Isomerase. Probe Reports from the NIH Molecular Libraries
Program [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Center for Biotechnology Information (US); 2013 Apr 12 [Updated 2014
Jan 13].
Abstracts:
Galinski CN, Scalise AA, Khodier C, et al. Development and optimization of protein disulfide isomerase inhibitors for
potential antithrombotic properties: American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education (2013): Volume 77, Issue 5,
Article 109.
Horosz P, Galinski CN, Spooner JJ, Kennedy DR. Comparison of Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences Among
U.S. Pharmacy Programs. American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education (2013): Volume 77, Issue 5, Article 109.
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Flaumenhaft R, Galinski CN, Nag PP, et al. Identification of novel antagonists of protein disulfide isomerase for
inhibition of thrombus formation. Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis 2013; Volume 9, Supplement 2: Abstract
AS 07.2
Galinski CN, Kennedy DR. Components of Grapes and Red Wine Can Act as Direct Antithrombotic Inhibitors:
Abstract AM J Pharm Educ. 2012;76(5):2
GRANTS
WNE University Alumni Association – 2011 College of Pharmacy Former Student Dinner for PSGA
WNE University Alumni Association – 2012 College of Pharmacy Former Student Dinner for PSGA
Funded $2500
Funded $2500
NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL MEETING ATTENDANCE
American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Annual Meeting – Chicago, IL
American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Annual Meeting – Los Angeles, CA
APhA-ASP Midyear Regional Meeting – Stamford, CT
American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Annual Meeting – Kissimmee, FL
2012
American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Annual Meeting – New Orleans, LA
July 2013
March 2013
October 2012
July
March 2012
References available upon request.
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