Press Release Sharon Deason
Sharon Deason of Newnan selected for Georgia Pharmacy Foundation Board of Directors
Retired pharmacist Sharon Deason, RPh was selected to serve on The Georgia Pharmacy Foundation Board of Directors. Deason, who has lived in Newnan for more than 40 years, will begin her 3-year term this month, filling the seat of outgoing board member Liza Chapman.
“Whether helping elderly patients understand their medications or teaching the newly diagnosed diabetic how to inject insulin and manage his lifestyle, the practice of pharmacy has been my passion,” Deason said. “I pledge to do my best to continue the great work of the foundation.”
The nonprofit Georgia Pharmacy Foundation funds student pharmacist scholarships, offers free continuing education (CE) and resources to stay mentally well, and gives pharmacists a free path to become a Champion for Opioid Safety.
“We know Sharon will do much to enhance the foundation’s ongoing growth and commitment to make a difference for Georgia pharmacists and our patients,” said foundation Chairman Jim Bartling.
Deason served as a pharmacist in various settings for 45 years and retired in August of 2019, ending her career in the Newnan community where she most recently served patients at Newnan Plaza Pharmacy. She graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
Deason fills the seat of Liza Chapman, whose 2nd term ends June 2020.
“I have enjoyed working with the fellow board members moving the mission of the Foundation forward in our great state,” Chapman said.
“On behalf of the GPhF Board, I want to express our sincere appreciation for all Liza has done as a member,” Bartling said.
