Mary Choy, PharmD Title: Pharmacist Education: St. John's University Location: New York, New York Expertise: Pharmacy Recipient of the American Pharmacists Association Immunization Champion Award Author of Healthcare Heroes: The Medical Careers GuideBoard-certified in Geriatrics Pharmacotherapy Experience Mary Choy, PharmD, BCGP, FASHP, is a pharmacist with board certification in geriatric pharmacotherapy. She is the Director of Pharmacy Practice of the New York State Council of Health-System Pharmacists in addition to leadership roles in multiple state and national professional pharmacy associations. Dr. Choy has also received numerous awards including the American Pharmacists Association Immunization Champion Award and a New York State Assembly Citation for exemplary service in improving healthcare.She has authored scientific articles and the book Healthcare Heroes: The Medical Careers Guide. Dr.Choy published the book to provide insight to anyone in the general public about the modern healthcare team. Education Dr. Choy received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from St. John's University. She completed her pharmacy practice residency with an emphasis in education at the Veterans Affairs New York Harbor Healthcare System and an affiliated teaching position at Long Island University. Dr. Choy also has a certificate in epidemiology and population health from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. About Health Health, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning online resource for empathetic, trustworthy, and actionable health and wellness information so you can make the best choice for your health. We reach more than 9 million readers a month. We ensure the accuracy of our content by relying on seasoned health journalists, credentialed medical professionals and thorough fact checkers. Learn more about us and our editorial process.