Posts written by Hassaan Shaikh

Hassaan Shaikh

Dr. Hassaan Shaikh is an adjunct professor in the Pharmacy Technician program at Rasmussen University. With a background in community pharmacies, health systems, and specialized hematology/oncology clinics, he’s had plenty of experience as both a pharmacy technician, a staff pharmacist and clinical pharmacy practitioner. He brings all that knowledge into the classroom, making learning the foundations of pharmacy practice both fun and practical.

A Pharmacist and pharm tech laugh on the job

Pharmacy Tech vs. Pharmacist: The Roles and Opportunities

Hassaan Shaikh | 01.08.2026

A pharmacists and two pharm techs work in the back of the pharmacy

When Pharmacies Use Sterile vs. Nonsterile Compounding

Hassaan Shaikh | 01.08.2026

How to Get a Pharmacy Technician Job Without Experience

Hassaan Shaikh | 12.18.2025

An ex-medical school student looks up at the camera

I Left Medical School. Now What? 8 Careers to Consider

Hassaan Shaikh | 11.20.2025

A nurse and a healthcare administrator conversate intensely

6 Ways to Implement Medical Ethics and Law in Your Healthcare Role

Hassaan Shaikh | 08.14.2025

A pharmacy tech looks over the inventory

Registered Pharmacy Technician vs. Certified: What’s the Difference?

Hassaan Shaikh | 06.05.2025

Pharmacy Tech to Pharmacist: 7 Reasons to Start as a Tech

Hassaan Shaikh | 05.01.2025

What is a Compounding Pharmacy Technician: A Day in the Life

Hassaan Shaikh | 03.20.2025

Why Every Healthcare Professional Needs the Study of Pathophysiology

Hassaan Shaikh | 02.27.2025

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