Faculty: Making a Real-Life Impact

DR. MARINA GALVEZ-PARALTA

Dr. Galvez-Paralta developed and now leads a simulation that provides healthcare students an opportunity to experience the cultural realities, access barriers, stigmatization and other challenges that minority and marginalized American populations face when seeking care.

Dr. Capehart, a national awardwinning professor, led the efforts for the COVID vaccine rollout in West Virginia and appeared as a COVID expert in several publications in addition to national news broadcasts.

Dr. Garofoli is a certified pain educator and conducts presentations across the country about pain management, substance-use disorder, drug diversion and illicit substances. In January 2023, the Pharmacy Podcast Network named him one of the 50 Most Influential Leaders in Pharmacy.

DR. WERNER GELDENHUYS

Dr. Geldenhuys’ research is focused on neuroscience and strives to discover new treatments to slow the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, including stroke.