Laura Cudd
Owner, PharmD
About me: Laura Cudd has made a lifetime of learning. Learning to care for patients not only through evidence based medicine but also through listening to patients and understanding individual needs. Specifically, Laura earned her BS Pharmacy from OU in 1991, and her Masters and PhD from OSU in 1999. Laura has a passion for reading and research which led her to pursue a career as a clinical pharmacist and clinical pharmacy manager at Integris Health and Oklahoma Heart Hospital. She has now embarked on a career as an independent pharmacy owner, bridging the gap between hospital and home by taking her years of experience in transitional care out into the community.
On a personal note, Laura and Richard bought Asbury Pharmacy in 2015. They have 3 boys, Dylan, Ryan and Sean. The Cudds enjoy Reds baseball, Sooner sports, Thunder basketball, Celebrity Attractions theater productions, Oklahoma Ballet/philharmonic, wine country travels and yoga!
James Kirk
PharmD
About me: Hometown: Edmond
Education: Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Clinical /Staff Pharmacist
Why you choose Asbury:
I chose to work with Asbury because of its long-standing history of being able to provide a more complete pharmacy experience with our patients.
The most important thing to you about your job:
To me, the most important thing about my job is engaging in effective communication with our patients about their medications. Having the time to answer their questions and create an environment that encourages patients to take an active part with their wellness.
Favorite thing to do outside of work:
Spending time with my wife and children and throwing in a little exercise every now and then. Soccer and biking.
Shawna Bishop
Bachelor of Science of Molecular Biology and Psychology
About me: Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA where I attended Saint Francis University and earned a Bachelor of Science of Molecular Biology and Psychology. During my time at Saint Francis, I competed as an NCAA Track and Field athlete and earned All-Conference status throughout my athletic career across different events. I than attended the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health where I earned my Master of Public Health in Epidemiology with a focus in maternal and neonatal outcomes. Currently I am a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate for the graduation month of May 2023 at the University of Oklahoma. My pharmacy interest is in testosterone management, hormone replacement therapy, and sports medicine.
Julie Kirk
Management Information Systems and Marketing
About me: Growing up locally in Oklahoma City, Julie Kirk attended Putnam North High School. Then she moved to Norman where she graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2001, from the business college with a double major in Management Information Systems and Marketing. She married Jim Kirk in 2001 and they currently have 2 children, Maddy, 14 years old, and Conner, 12 years old. She has worked in various fields through the years and looks forward to helping patients at Asbury Pharmacy.
Eric Edwards
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Psychology
About me: I was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA where I received a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Psychology from Saint Francis University. During my time at SFU, I competed as a Division I Track and Field athlete in the hammer throw, discus, and shot put. I am also a part of the Phi Kappa Theta national fraternity. After my time at Saint Francis, I attended the University of Pittsburgh and received a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology with a focus on maternal and infant mortality. I worked for the University of Pittsburgh athletic department, primarily with the football team as an academic counselor. There I developed a passion for medicine and business, which led me here, The University of Oklahoma. I am receiving my Doctor of Pharmacy from OU and will be serving as one of the pharmacists here, primarily managing some of the pharmacy services remotely. I joined Asbury in October 2022 during my 4th year rotations because I love the community we have here in Oklahoma, and I want to continue providing care, support, and compassion to our patients. I serve as our point of contact for vaccination clinics, travel vaccine services, veterinary services, and weight loss compounding services; as well as being one of our diabetes management consultants. My goal is to empower our patients, provide care, and give the utmost service to our customers. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out! I am here to support our community.
