What Can You Really Do With a Public Health Degree? More specifically, which masters in public health jobs are available for pharmacists? Is getting this dual degree worth it?

Dr. Ashley Saunders is a dual MPH/PharmD pharmacist who works in the pharmaceutical industry, living a life she didn't know was possible. But she makes it clear this path isn't for everybody! She speaks to the pros and cons of getting an MPH while in pharmacy school versus getting them separately vs online. She's ready to answer all your questions.

If you're questioning whether your PharmD is enough to build the career you actually want — this episode is for you. This is your complete guide to one of the most underrated healthcare careers paths in pharmacy

🎓 What You'll Learn:

• Is a Masters in Public Health worth the cost for a PharmD?
• Which MPH concentrations align best with a pharmacy career
• Real pharmacist salary expectations with a dual degree vs. without
• Career paths in pharma, FDA, CDC, managed care, global health & academia
• How the dual degree is structured during pharmacy school
• Research-based vs. practice-focused MPH — what's the difference?
• Online vs. in-person Masters in Public Health programs
• Why a dual degree makes you more competitive for pharma jobs and pharmacy fellowship
• Advice for practicing pharmacists & alternative certification options

▶️ Listen to Ashley's HEOR Career Path Episode

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