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Wendy Klein-Schwartz, Pharm.D., MPH, FAACT

Wendy Klein-Schwartz is Professor Emeritus of the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. She has more than 45 years of experience working at the Maryland Poison Center as Assistant Director, Director, Coordinator of Research and Education, and Clinical Toxicology Fellowship Director. As a member of the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy faculty, Wendy taught clinical toxicology to students, residents, and fellows. An experienced researcher, Wendy has over 130 publications in peer-reviewed medical journals, as well as several book chapters. She was active in organizations including America’s Poison Centers and is a fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology. Wendy is married with children and grandchildren.

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