Edward F. Foote PharmD, FCCP, BCPS

In July 2018, Dr. Foote, P’87, PharmD’91 returned to his alma mater, the University of the Sciences, as dean of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. Prior to his appointment at PCP, Dr. Foote was a professor and chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Wilkes University. He began his academic career as an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Rutgers University.

Dr. Foote has published over 90 peer-reviewed book chapters, journal articles, and abstracts in the areas of nephrology, pharmacy education, and interprofessional education. Prior to his roles in academic administration, he practiced in the area of nephrology pharmacy. A registered pharmacist in Pennsylvania, he is also a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist (BCPS) and a fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP). He has been active in many professional organizations including ACCP, the American Pharmacists Association, and the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. In 2018, he received the Carpenter Award, Wilkes University’s highest honor for teaching.