Dan Degnan, PharmD, MS, CPPS, FASHP, is currently a clinical associate professor of pharmacy and academic success coach at Purdue University College of Pharmacy. With over 3 years of experience in the pharmacy, Dr Degnan has established himself as a highly regarded expert in pharmacy practice and medication safety.

Dr Degnan's research interests and expertise include medication safety technology, patient safety culture, pharmacy operations, and high reliability health care. He has published numerous articles on these topics and has also served in leadership roles in national quality and pharmacy professional organizations.

Prior to his current position at Purdue University, Dr Degnan served as the Medication Safety Officer at Community Health Network in Indianapolis, Indiana. During his tenure there, he implemented innovative strategies and programs that significantly improved patient safety and medication management in the hospital system.  Due in part to his efforts, the organization was recognized with a “Cheers” award from the Institute for Safe Medication Practices.

Dr Degnan's contributions to the field of pharmacy have been recognized with awards for excellence in medication safety and teaching, including the Dr Aziz Outstanding Teacher of the Year and the Wyeth Bowl of Hygeia Award for Community Service. Dr Degnan has also been recognized as a Fellow of the American Society of Health-system Pharmacists. As a Clinical Associate Professor, he is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of pharmacists and instilling in them a commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.