Marcus Watt (’77) Retires as Executive Director of Oregon Board of Pharmacy
Announcement from the Oregon Board of Pharmacy -Oregon State Board of Pharmacy Executive Director Marcus “Marc” Watt, RPh, announced his retirement, effective October 26, 2018. Marc was appointed as the executive director in 2014, after working over 41 years as a pharmacist. Under Marc’s leadership the agency has been recognized nationally for its innovation, excellence, and commitment to serving the citizens of Oregon. Marc’s willingness to address important safety and public health policy initiatives was critical. Initiatives during Marc’s time at the Board included developing and implementing pharmacist prescriptive authority for contraceptives and naloxone, as well as creating the Public Health and Pharmacy Formulary Advisory Committee for additional prescriptive authorities; the major transitioning of pharmacists and certified pharmacy technicians to biennial licensure; the intentional automatic refilling of medications; dispensing practitioner drug outlet registration and compliance; and addressing pharmacy working conditions. For the agency, Marc spearheaded a robust customer service focus for the public and worked diligently to make internal processes more streamlined, improving efficiencies. These issues provided him with many challenging and rewarding opportunities during his service to the Board and to all Oregonians. The members of the Board and agency staff wish him all the best for his well-earned retirement!
Source: Oregon Board of Pharmacy |
