“Dr. Brownstein exemplifies the highest standards of clinical professionalism and dedication to geriatrics-focused pharmacy practice—standards that all CGPs share and embrace,” Wallace said.

Dr. Brownstein is currently Executive Director, NCS Healthcare; and President, SeniorCare Strategies, LLC. She has worked tirelessly to promote the value of the CGP credential—both inside and outside her own organization and to members of the other health professions. She currently serves as Chair of the CCGP Examination Development Committee and has participated as a panel member at several CCGP workshops. She has served on the ASCP Board of Directors and is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Parkinson’s Foundation in Arizona. “The contributions of this year’s recipient to the overall vision and mission of CCGP and to the profession of senior care are certainly deserving of this prestigious award,” notes Wallace.

The sponsor of the award, AstraZeneca, will contribute a $2,500 educational grant in Brownstein’s name to the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy, Brownstein’s alma mater.

The CCGP/AstraZeneca Excellence in Geriatric Pharmacy Practice Award recognizes the Certified Geriatric Pharmacist who fosters the principles of good pharmacy practice; demonstrates excellence in geriatric patient care; and, promotes the value and rigorous standards established by CCGP. The award is given annually to a Certified Geriatric Pharmacist who consistently exemplifies the vision and mission of CCGP.