Dana Molckovsky
Pharmacist, Professional Practice
What is your role at OPA, and what does it entail?
I’m the Pharmacist, Professional Practice, within the Professional Affairs Team. I assist with the Practice Support Network, our member-facing resource for practice or policy-related questions and for capturing member feedback and insights to inform our advocacy priorities. I also coordinate the Professional Practice emails, develop and maintain our practice tools and resources, and contribute to advocacy efforts and projects where required.
What is your educational/career background, and what drew you to OPA?
I completed my pharmacy studies at the University of Toronto. Since then, my career has been rooted primarily in community pharmacy, while also allowing me to explore roles in academia and industry, experiences I continue to draw on in my work today. I was excited to return to OPA (having previously worked as a casual Telehealth Pharmacist), because this role brings together the different facets of my career, and because it felt like the right opportunity to give back to a profession that has given me so much.
What is the most rewarding part of your job?
Making a meaningful difference for patients has always been one of the most rewarding aspects of being a pharmacist. In this role, I’m grateful to channel that same sense of purpose into supporting my colleagues – whether by answering questions, gathering feedback to guide our advocacy work, or seeing a resource I’ve contributed to genuinely improve someone’s practice. So please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Practice Support Network!
In your view, what might the future of pharmacy look like?
I believe pharmacies in the future will increasingly integrate digital solutions and artificial intelligence to support workflow efficiency and clinical decision‑making. These innovations will help free up time for more clinical activities and patient interactions.
When you’re not at work, how do you like to spend your time?
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family, walking our dog, and old‑fashioned in‑person shopping.
What is your favourite place in the world?
Wherever my family is, that’s my favourite place.
What’s a recent book, movie, or show you’ve enjoyed?
We are enjoying The Artful Dodger, season 2. It’s a spinoff of Oliver Twist, set in early colonial Australia. It’s a fun show for children and adults alike and gives an entirely new perspective of the practice of medicine and healthcare from the mid 19th century.
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