In this episode of Business Her Way Podcast with Judi Paré, Christine Peragine shares her journey from student to lead oncology pharmacist at a leading cancer center. She opens up about the misconceptions people have about pharmacists and explains how her work goes far beyond “counting pills.”
Christine walks listeners through the Oral Anti-Cancer Medication Program she leads, where patients receive personalized, ongoing support to safely manage complex cancer treatments. From ensuring medication access to proactively monitoring side effects, her team plays a vital role in improving patient outcomes.
The conversation also dives into Christine’s extensive education and career path, including her PharmD, PhD, and fellowship training. She discusses the importance of lifelong learning, the realities of investing in your education, and the unexpected business and leadership skills required in healthcare roles.
Christine also shares how her career evolved from an initial goal of becoming a university professor to a leadership position where she now mentors, teaches, and speaks at professional conferences.
Finally, she reflects on a major personal milestone—returning to work after becoming a new mother—and how that experience has shaped her perspective.
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