Dean of UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Robert Blouin received high honor for his work within the field.

Blouin was named the 2016 Parker Medalist presented as the College’s Paul F. Parker Medal for Distinguished Service to the Profession of Pharmacy.

Under Blouin’s leadership, the school has been recognized as the number one-rated pharmacy school in the country and as an international leader of clinical pharmacy practice, education and research.

The Parker Medal has recognized many professionals for their outstanding contributions to improve patient outcomes, advance innovative practices and much more.

Blouin has received many awards in addition to the Parker Medal, including the UNC General Alumni Association Faculty Service Award and the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy Hall of Distinguished Alumni Award, just to name a few.

Blouin will be presented the award during the Opening General Session at the 2016 ACCP Annual Meeting in Hollywood, Florida on October 23.