Oregon State Pharmacy Association

OSPA 2026 Eastern Region Director Election

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The Eastern Region Director will hold the position for two years starting at the OSPA Annual Convention on October 10, 2026. OSPA officers, elected Directors and appointed Directors may serve two (2) consecutive terms in any elected or appointed office, but no more than eight (8) consecutive years on the Board of Directors.

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Director - Eastern Region

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Damon Dejulis

I would like to nominate myself for the Director-Eastern Region position. I have over 10 years of experience as a pharmacist in community and managed care settings. I am currently the pharmacy manager for the new Valley Family Pharmacy in Ontario. My goals for serving in this position would be to ensure that all Oregonians, regardless of where they live have access to safe, effective and high-quality pharmacy services.

Eastern Oregon has unique opportunities and challenges due to its large geographic area and rural communities, healthcare workforce shortages and limited access to medical services. I believe the Board of Pharmacy can play an important role in supporting pharmacists and pharmacy staff who often serve as some of the most accessible healthcare professionals in these communities.

My priorities are: strengthening access to pharmacy services in rural and frontier communities. Building strong relationships with pharmacists, techs, healthcare providers and tribal communities to better understand regional needs and concerns. Supporting recruitment and retention efforts for pharmacy professionals in underserved areas by promoting a practice environment that is both patient-centered and professionally rewarding.

My vision is for Eastern Oregon residents to have confidence that they can access pharmacy services that are safe, timely and responsive to their healthcare needs. 
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Tesfahun Dumessa

I am a licensed pharmacist with a PharmD degree and experience in both hospital and clinical pharmacy practice. Throughout my career, I have been committed to improving patient care, advancing the pharmacy profession, and supporting the healthcare needs of diverse communities.

I am interested in serving as a Director of pharmacy in east Oregon Pharmacists Association because I believe pharmacists play a vital role in improving healthcare access, medication safety, and patient outcomes. As healthcare continues to evolve, it is important that pharmacists have strong representation and leadership to advocate for our profession and the patients we serve.

My professional experience includes clinical pharmacy practice, interdisciplinary collaboration with healthcare teams, medication therapy management, and patient education. I am passionate about expanding pharmacists' scope of practice, supporting professional development opportunities, mentoring future pharmacists, and promoting innovation in pharmacy services.

As a board member, I would bring dedication, integrity, and a collaborative leadership style. I am eager to contribute to strategic planning, advocacy efforts, membership engagement, and initiatives that strengthen the pharmacy profession across Oregon. I am particularly interested in supporting policies that improve patient access to care, enhance pharmacist provider recognition, and foster excellence in pharmacy practice.

It would be an honor to serve the members of the Oregon Pharmacists Association and help advance its mission of promoting the value of pharmacists and improving the health of Oregonians.

Thank you, 
Sincerely, 
Tesfahun Dumessa,PharmD 
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