John B. Hertig BS, PharmD, MS, CPPS

John B. Hertig is the Associate Director at the Purdue University College of Pharmacy Center for Medication Safety Advancement (CMSA) and also holds a courtesy appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice. In his current role, he leads strategic initiatives, forms partnerships, educates, and serves as an international expert in medication safety. At Purdue University, he has expanded didactic and experiential training opportunities in medication safety, leadership, and management.
Dr. Hertig received his Bachelors of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from Purdue University. Following graduation, he completed a combined PGY1/PGY2 residency in Health-System Pharmacy Administration at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, OH and obtained a Masters degree in Health-System Pharmacy Administration from The Ohio State University. Dr. Hertig was honored in 2014 as the Indiana Health-System Pharmacist of the year, and recently received the" Excellence in Innovation" Award, from the National Alliance of Stat Pharmacy Associations and Upsher-Smith Laboratories in 2015.