Azita is an expert pharmacist who specializes in finding the right treatment that can help an aging adult living with mental health issues be healthy and independent.

As a behavioral health clinical pharmacist, Azita strives to improve the mental and physical health of SCAN members trying to cope with depression or other challenges affecting their health and well-being. As part of an integrated health team, Azita recommends interventions that can help a member reach their treatment goals with less risk of adverse effects from their medications.

Always knowing some kind of healthcare was her calling, Azita was studying psychology at university when she discovered a love for psychiatric clinical pharmacy. Inspired by a mentor who specialized in geriatrics, Azita worked to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, completed two residencies and went on to become board-certified in both psychiatric pharmacy and geriatric pharmacy.

In her spare time, you may find Azita reading a book, playing basketball or watching a movie with her family.

Azita received a Doctor of Pharmacy from University of Pacific’s Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy.
Credentials: Pharm.D., BCPP, BCGP, APh