AUTHOR

Robyn Tyman PharmD

(she/her/they/them)

Licensing & Certifications:

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Immunization Certification

Professional Background

Robyn Tyman is a PharmD graduate from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy. Throughout her schooling, she dedicated herself to serving her community, providing medical expertise and resources to patients by recognizing potential barriers to healthcare. She has a passion for making education accessible, with the goal of creating medically accurate content digestible for everyone.

Robyn has a passion for educating patients. As an advocate for patient autonomy, she focuses on empowering those around her with her knowledge of healthcare structures. She has worked with underprivileged groups, often directing patients on how to navigate their therapies as well as addressing any health inequalities they may face.

During her career, Robyn has worked in a variety of specialties in healthcare, employing her knowledge of medication profiles. She had spent her time in settings such as acute medicine, internal medicine, retail pharmacy, and psychiatric medications. In each role, she prided herself as a resource for both patients and medical professionals to ensure that the best care was given.

Robyn has had the privilege of working with a variety of unique populations, utilizing her background to provide healthcare without judgment. Such groups include LGBTQ+, those suffering from substance use disorders, those with mental health conditions, and more. As a Doctor of Pharmacy, she prides herself in creating accessible content for those with stigmatized conditions and orientations, believing that everyone has the right to information to direct their own healthcare.

Robyn focuses on continuing education to keep abreast of health topics so as to better be a source of information. With the consideration of the individual characteristics of patients, she works to ensure that her knowledge is used to create an accepting and equitable environment that provides patients with the confidence to take charge of their own healthcare.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), University of Kansas
B.S. in Pharmaceutical Science, University of Kansas

Why I Write for Choosing Therapy

I write for ChoosingTherapy because I respect their commitment to accurate and accessible medical information. They set the bar by employing medical professionals with real life experience, guaranteeing that information is easily understood by those who need it most – the reader.

Areas of Focus

Robyn Tyman is an experienced pharmacist specializing in mental health medication counseling for diverse populations. Her areas of focus include weight management, sexual health, and mental health conditions.

Worked with indigenous tribes, ensuring that treatments do not interfere with religious practices.
Experience working with active duty officers and their dependents.
Risk-benefit analysis of medications in disorders, such as addiction, depression, and anxiety.
Identifying healthcare barriers that may affect treatment progress and tailoring a patient’s care with these in mind.
Counseling patients on medications, ensuring proper education is given to reduce risk of adverse events while increasing likelihood of successful treatments.
Reviewing medications, pharmacotherapy and pharmacokinetics and how they affect patient therapies.

Postpartum Depression Medication Guide

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mood disorder that typically develops in the first year after childbirth. It is a multifactorial disorder and can be treated with both medication and therapy.

July 7, 2023

Mounjaro Weight Loss: Safety, Side Effects, & More

Mounjaro is not FDA-approved as a weight loss medication, but doctors can prescribe it off-label for this reason. Mounjaro is FDA-approved for blood sugar management in type 2 diabetes patients in combination with diet and exercise.

July 7, 2023

Adderall Headaches: What You Need to Know

Headaches are a common side effect of Adderall. Most headaches are mild and often go away with time, but some will only cease when Adderall is stopped.

July 7, 2023

Trazodone for Sleep: What You Need to Know

Using trazodone for sleep problems, such as insomnia, is helpful for some people. While trazodone isn’t specifically FDA-approved for this condition, it may help some people fall asleep when prescribed at low doses.

July 7, 2023

“Seeking help is a brave decision. Everybody needs it at some point in their life, with many struggling in silence. Therapy and medications can be daunting, a trial and error, if you will, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth it. Keep trying, keep going, because there are people who care – people you have and haven’t met yet. If you are struggling, reach out to a trusted person or even a support group. It will be hard, but people want to help and you deserve to be happy.”