Anthony Blash

Dr. Anthony Blash is an accomplished academic and healthcare informaticist currently serving as an Associate Professor at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. He holds a Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD) and a Bachelor of Computer Science (BCompSc), along with certifications as a Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS) and a Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CAHIMS).

Academic and Professional Background

Current Role

Since August 2019, Dr. Blash has been responsible for developing the Healthcare Informatics and Analytics concentration within the Pharm.D. curriculum at Belmont University. His work emphasizes preparing students for leadership roles in healthcare informatics, integrating rigorous educational standards recognized by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS).12

Previous Experience

Before his current position, Dr. Blash served as an Assistant Professor at Belmont from August 2013 to July 2019. His career also includes significant roles such as:

• Training Partnership Lead for Columbia University's HI-FIVE Program, where he collaborated on health informatics curriculum development.1
• A Pharmacist Informaticist at Adventist Health, focusing on initiatives like computerized physician order entry and patient safety.1

Education

Dr. Blash's educational credentials include:

• PharmD, Creighton University
• BCompSc, Long Island University
• BS in Management Information Systems, Kean University.1

Contributions to Healthcare Informatics

Dr. Blash has been instrumental in creating innovative educational experiences for pharmacy students, including practical projects that address real-world healthcare challenges. His initiatives have allowed students to engage with contemporary issues in health information technology, such as data analytics and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare.2

Dr. Blash's commitment to advancing healthcare informatics education positions him as a key figure in shaping the future of pharmacy practice and health information management.12