Melanie Rachal Haydel, PharmD, MS MTM

Clinical Assistant Professor

Division of Clinical and Administrative Sciences

Dr. Haydel teaches and coordinates the Professional Abilities Lab series in the PharmD curriculum.  She also serves as a residency preceptor for the Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Program and advisor for Pharmacy Student Association. 

Dr. Haydel received a Pharm.D. from Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy in 2008 with highest honors and then worked in numerous aspects of community pharmacy practice where she focused on expanding pharmacy-provided clinical services.  In 2013, she completed a Master of Science in Medication Therapy Management from the University of Florida while serving as pharmacy manager for a clinic-based community pharmacy.  In her position, Dr. Haydel also provided clinical pharmacy services for clinic patients, developed and implemented medication therapy management programs for pharmacy patients, served on the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee and developed a training program for incoming pharmacists and technicians.  In 2017, Dr. Haydel transitioned to academia when she joined Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy as Professional Abilities Lab Coordinator.  After teaching one year, Dr. Haydel accepted a faculty position as Clinical Assistant Professor.  In this position, she currently continues to further examine the curriculum to develop innovative skill based lab activities for pharmacy students.  

Education:

Master of Science in Medication Therapy Management, University of Florida, 2013

Pharm.D., Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy, 2008

Teaching Areas: 

PCLN 3630L, Professional Abilities Lab I

PCLN 4630L, Professional Abilities Lab II

PCLN 4640L, Professional Abilities Lab III

PCLN 5610L, Professional Abilities Lab IV

Research Interests: 

Educational Research

Medication Therapy Management