Throughout a career spanning more than two decades, Dugan has distinguished himself as a leader committed to advancing the pharmacy profession through innovation, mentorship, workforce development and advocacy. Since becoming vice president in 2019, he has helped expand the role of pharmacy in patient care, strengthen medication-use systems, improve medication safety and enhance access to complex therapies for children with rare and chronic conditions. 

Prior to his current role, Dugan served as director of pharmacy services at Children’s Hospital Colorado, where he helped support the opening of three hospital campuses, launched the organization’s specialty pharmacy program, and played a key role in the growth of one of the nation’s largest pediatric pharmacy residency training programs. Throughout his career, he has remained deeply committed to preparing the next generation of pharmacy leaders, mentoring pharmacists, residents, students, technicians and emerging health care leaders, helping shape the next generation of pharmacy professionals and leaders serving patients and communities across the country. 

A passionate advocate for advancing pediatric pharmacy practice, Dugan has championed innovative care models that improve patient access, while supporting the safe and effective use of emerging therapies. Under his leadership, Children’s Hospital Colorado’s Investigational Drug Service has grown into one of the nation’s largest pediatric-focused programs, supporting groundbreaking clinical research and providing infrastructure for studies that have contributed to the development and approval of therapies for rare and complex pediatric diseases. His work has helped bridge the gap between scientific discovery and patient care, ensuring children have access to transformative treatment options. 

Dugan’s commitment to the profession extends well beyond his organization. He previously served on the Children’s Hospital Association Pharmacy Executive Committee and currently serves on the association’s High-Cost Therapies Steering Committee, collaborating with pharmacy leaders from children’s hospitals across the nation to address challenges related to access, affordability and implementation of advanced therapies. He also serves on the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Next Generation Steering Committee, helping shape the future of pharmacy practice through initiatives focused on workforce development, innovation, emerging technologies and transformative therapeutics. Known for his ability to unite clinicians, researchers, educators, executives and industry partners around a shared vision, Dugan has consistently advanced efforts that strengthen the profession while improving care for patients and families. His leadership and contributions have been recognized through several honors, including the Vizient Spend Management Visionary Award and the Excellence in Pharmacy Award from the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy. These recognitions reflect his commitment to advancing pharmacy practice, developing future leaders, and improving outcomes for children and families. 
Through his leadership, mentorship and national service, Dugan has helped shape the future of pediatric pharmacy practice while advancing the profession’s ability to deliver innovative, life-changing therapies to children and families. 

Dugan earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis, Master of Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis, and completed a postgraduate pharmacy practice residency at Saint Louis University Hospital. Dugan and his wife, Cori, a fellow UHSP alumna, reside in Colorado with their children, Emma and Coen.