MEDICAL REVIEWER

Dena Westphalen PharmD

Licensing & Certifications:

Registered Pharmacist
Aseptic Training Certification

Professional Background

Dr. Dena Westphalen is a pharmacist with expertise in clinical research and drug information. She has interests in neurology, oncology, and global health. Dr. Westphalen currently works as a research pharmacist and medical science liaison. She a recipient of the Natural Medicines Recognition Award.

Dr. Westphalen believes in providing non-biased information to empower individuals to enable them to be advocates for their own healthcare. In addition to medically reviewing content for ChoosingTherapy.com, Dena also reviews content for Healthline Media. In her free time enjoys playing ice hockey and hiking in the mountains.

Education:

Doctor of Pharmacy, Creighton University

Areas of Focus

Oncology Expertise
Medical Education
Clinical Research & Trials
Scientific Communications
Regulatory Affairs

Featured Articles

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Cymbalta, also known as duloxetine, is an SNRI antidepressant used to treat major depression, anxiety, and OCD. Online providers offer easy access to mental health assessments and may offer prescription medications such as Cymbalta.

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