LEAPS Distinguished Educator Award for Outstanding Mentor
Allison Duffy, PharmD, BCOP (School of Pharmacy)
Distinguished Educator Award for Outstanding Mentor awards Allison Duffy, PharmD, BCOP (School of Pharmacy)
The Distinguished Educator Award for Outstanding Mentor recognizes one faculty member at UMB for their role in supporting, encouraging, and promoting a positive and inclusive scholarly and teaching environment and for contributing to the professional and personal development of graduate and professional students.
Dr. Duffy was chosen because she demonstrated a passion and interest for teaching, fostered active independent and guided learning among her mentees, engaged students in a positive environment that promoted creativity in the profession, and for her approachability, honesty, and her ability to “dissolve imposter syndrome in pharmacy into thin air with empathy and kindness.” Dr. Duffy continues to mentor and collaborate with many residents, especially three past graduates who now practice with Dr. Duffy at her practice site as an oncology clinical pharmacy specialist.
She has precepted 58 students on advanced experiential learning experiences and 50 pharmacy residents on more than 70 different rotation experiences since 2010.
“Dr. Duffy has been a consistent role model in the field of oncology pharmacy practice. She facilitated opportunities to practice at the top of my license, supported my pursuit of board certification in oncology pharmacy, and provided invaluable opportunities for scholarly activities, such as co-authoring review papers and book chapters and mentoring me through first-author peer-reviewed research. Her mentorship style goes beyond the routine, emphasizing the importance of understanding the nuances of research, refining ideas, and effectively communicating findings. In addition to providing scholarly opportunities, Dr. Duffy seamlessly integrated her mentorship into the personal dimensions of my life. As a new mom navigating the challenges of balancing a demanding career in oncology pharmacy with the responsibilities of motherhood, I found in Dr. Duffy not just a professional guide but a compassionate mentor who recognized the unique challenges I was facing. She integrated her mentorship into professional and personal dimensions, offering practical advice and emotional support during pivotal moments. Dr. Duffy continues to be a role model to me for the importance of self-care, mental wellness, and prioritizing what truly matters in life.” (Former Mentee)