Payer Sciences
Kristen Umyn, PharmD has a diverse work experience in the pharmacy industry. Kristen currently holds the position of Associate Director, Client Engagement at Payer Sciences since April 2023. Prior to this role, they served as a Vaccine Coordinator at Princeton University from March 2021 to December 2022, where they played a key role in establishing infrastructure for COVID-19 vaccine delivery and developing clinical operational logistics. Kristen also worked as a Vaccinator at Hunterdon County Department of Health from January 2021 to January 2022, focusing on educating clients and caregivers about COVID-19 vaccines and ensuring safe administration. Kristen has an extensive background with Walgreens, working as a Pharmacist from February 2002 to March 2020, and as a Pharmacy Manager from May 2009 to August 2015. During their time at Walgreens, they were recognized as the Walgreens 2020 "Champion of Champions" in Pharmacy Patient Care, building patient engagement and trust through a warm rapport with the community and providing creative solutions for access to care barriers. Kristen also has experience as a Clinical Pharmacist at Express Scripts in 2020, although specific details of their role are not provided.
Kristen Umyn, PharmD completed their education at the University of Rhode Island, where they earned a Pharm D degree in Pharmacy. Kristen attended the university from 1996 to 2002. In addition to their degree, Kristen has obtained several certifications, including being a Registered Immunizer and a Registered Pharmacist through the NJ Board of Pharmacy. Kristen acquired their Registered Pharmacist certification in July 2002 and became a Registered Immunizer in August 2009. Kristen also holds a CPR & AED certification from the American Heart Association, which they obtained in July 2000. Lastly, they have a certification in Medication Therapy Management, obtained from Power Pak, although specific details regarding the date of acquisition are not mentioned.
Payer Sciences
Tasked with tackling a labyrinth of payers and organized customers, with limited resources, payer marketers can sometimes feel trapped between a rock and—well…you know. Which is why our clients need an agency that knows how to rock in a hard space. Since day one, Payer Sciences has approached managed markets from a different angle. We firmly believe the truth lies in the data. We relentlessly analyze what formulary decision-makers and prescribers actually do, revealing patterns and practices that impact stakeholders across the treatment journey, and drive bottom-line results. This disciplined approach requires an investment in sharp minds and multiple perspectives. To that end, Payer Sciences has assembled a flat and flexible organization, with analytics, consulting and communications living together under one roof—as one fully aligned team—so that we’re always ready to rock. No matter how hard the space. Payer Sciences is part of Publicis Health North America, and a subsidiary of the Publicis Group (OTCQX: PUBGY).