Meagan Dean, PharmD

PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Resident
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident '23

Biography

Hometown: Midland, MI

Pharmacy School: University of Michigan College of Pharmacy

Why did you choose Michigan's residency program? Michigan is known for its excellence in teaching and innovation. After spending the past 8 years here, as a learner, I knew that this would continue to be a great fit! I was also in search of programs with a PGY2 in Psych. I knew that Michigan had a top program and that I was interested in PGY2 early commitment. 

Research Topic:

  • PGY1:  Intersection of insomnia and centralized pain in older adults: effects on medication use
  • PGY2: The Impact of Psychotropic Pharmacy Stewardship

Writing Topic:

  • PGY1: Updates in Unique Depression Pharmacotherapy
  • PGY2: The Mental Health Parity: What do pharmacists need to know?

Hobbies outside of pharmacy: Eating food at local restaurants in the area, going on trail walks with my dog (Remy), professional Netflix watcher

Favorite Movie: The Proposal

Favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor: Basil Babe - Ypsilanti, MI

Advice for future residents: Your gut will tell you the right thing when you are interviewing and ranking your final list - trust yourself and the process!