Professional Summary
Rhys Axon, PhD, MPharm, MS, MRCPharm, is a pharmacist, health outcomes researcher, pharmacy educator, and leader in higher education. Dr. Axon is Chair & Professor in the Division of Pharmacy Practice and Administrative Sciences at the University of Cincinnati James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy.
He received his Master of Pharmacy degree from the University of Reading (United Kingdom) and has practiced in community pharmacy. He received his Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Economics, Policy, and Outcomes) from the University of Arizona (United States). He has also completed a Certificate in College Teaching, Pharmacy Leadership and Education Institute Training, the University of Arizona Research Leadership Institute, and is currently enrolled in the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Academic Leadership Fellows Program.
Dr. Axon's research aims to improve the clinical, economic, and humanistic outcomes associated with managing chronic health conditions, as well as to demonstrate the value of the pharmacy profession, using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Dr. Axon has received research funding from several organizations, published over 140 peer-reviewed papers, and presented his research at national and international meetings. Dr. Axon is a member of several professional organizations and has received numerous awards, including the AACP New Investigator Award and Graduate Teacher of the Year Award.