Robert Lasko - Founder, Owner, and Chief of Video Production & Graphic Design
As Chief of Video Production and Graphic Design, Robert's job is to personally ensure that the graphics used in our videos are illustrated to perfection and that our videos are edited to our standard of excellence. In the past, Robert has experience with collaborating on multimedia projects with: UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside, the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, the University of Pittsburgh Varsity Marching Band, the Rite Aid Corporation, the Student Spaceflight Experiment Program operating with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Pennsylvania pharmacists association, Mcgraw-Hill Education, and the Institute for Industrial and Systems Engineers.
Roberts story:
"Ever Since I started pharmacy school at the University of Pittsburgh, I knew that I wanted to do something more with my education than be what most people think of as a "traditional" pharmacist. What started as a hobby that I did on my own time soon turned into a part-time gig with Pitt, which has resulted in the video production firm we see today. Even just one year ago, I don't think I ever could have imagined the journey I would have been through, the people I would meet, the friends I would make, and ultimately where I would end up.
I just want to personally thank anybody who has ever supported myself or Pharmacist Philms. I personally promise that this production firm will only deliver the highest-quality educational content, which you can definitely see within the videos of our library."
Motto: If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life.
Melanie Umbaugh - Editor-in-Chief
As the editor-in-chief at Pharmacist Philms, Melanie works to develop thoughtful lesson plans that serve as a valuable reference for aspiring pharmacy students, and really anyone interested in learning more about healthcare. Each video begins as a carefully crafted storyboard, with every diagram and animation adding value to the topic discussion. Melanie has spent several months interning at the Geisinger Medical Center, expanding her clinical knowledge to ensure every video is accurate and clinically relevant.
Melanie’s Story:
“I have always been fascinated by modern medicine and our ability to manage complex disease states, sometimes at the molecular level. When I started pharmacy school, I remember searching for video resources I could use to learn basic concepts in anatomy and physiology or review medication classes. I soon realized that since I could not find the resources I was looking for, I would have to make them myself. I am so thankful for the opportunity to collaborate with Pharmacist Philms to develop the study tools I wanted as a student.”
Interesting in Working For/With Pharmacist Philms?
Please send your CV to pharmacistphilms@gmail.com with a short statement (2-3 sentences) about what makes you different from others in your field.
If you have any questions please fill out the contact form on the Contact Page.