Dr. Linda Moatamed
Dr. Linda Moatamed, PharmD, is a registered pharmacist and medication therapy management specialist based in Katy, Texas. She currently serves as Pharmacist-in-Charge at Walgreens, where she oversees pharmacy operations, patient care, and clinical services while ensuring full compliance with state and federal regulations. Known for her detail-oriented and collaborative approach, Dr. Moatamed is dedicated to promoting safe, effective, and patient-centered medication management.
With over two years of experience in pharmacy operations, Dr. Moatamed’s expertise spans drug utilization review, medication therapy management, patient counseling, point-of-care testing, and immunization services. She is also actively involved in mentoring pharmacy teams, supporting workflow efficiency, and strengthening clinical service delivery. Her work reflects a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in community pharmacy practice.
Dr. Moatamed earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Texas Southern University and completed multiple clinical internships that broadened her hands-on clinical training. Her rotations included Memorial Hermann Health System, Harris Health System, Houston Methodist Hospital, and Katy Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital, where she gained experience in clinical pharmacy support, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-focused care. Additionally, her earlier background in pharmaceutical manufacturing in Iran enhanced her foundation in operational efficiency, quality assurance, and regulatory standards.
Passionate about advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomes, Dr. Moatamed is actively engaged in professional and community organizations. She has held leadership roles within MEPA, reflecting her dedication to professional development, mentorship, and advocacy within the pharmacy field. She is also a member of the Iranian Cultural Foundation and supports the Persian community through volunteer service. Through her clinical work, leadership, and community involvement, Dr. Moatamed continues to make a meaningful impact in pharmacy practice and patient care.
• Texas Southern University - Doctor of Pharmacy - PharmD, Pharmacy
• American Pharmacists Association (APhA) – Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate
• American Pharmacists Association (APhA) – Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Certificate
• American Heart Association – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – Certificate of Appreciation for Student Leadership in Interprofessional Education
Shatter the Stigma: An Interprofessional Simulation with Standardized Patients
• American Pharmacists Association (APhA) – Delivering Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services Certificate
• National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) – National Sterile Compounding Certificate
• MEPA
• Iranian Cultural Foundation
A Positive-negative switching LC-MS method for quantification of fenoldopam and its phase II metabolites: Applications to a pharmacokinetic study in rats
Development and Characterization of a Nanoemulsion Formulation of GMC1 (Abstract & Poster presentation)
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
- Pharmacy Operations & Leadership (Pharmacist-in-Charge)
- Drug Utilization Review & Medication Safety
- Patient Counseling & Education
- Point-of-Care Testing
- Immunizations & Vaccination Services
- Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique
- Regulatory Compliance (State & Federal)
- Clinical Pharmacy Support
- Interprofessional Healthcare Collaboration
- Quality Assurance & Workflow Optimization
- Community Pharmacy Practice
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
I most enjoy building meaningful, long-term relationships with my patients and having the opportunity to make a tangible difference in their health and quality of life. Practicing medicine allows me to combine science, critical thinking, and human connection in a way that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply fulfilling. I find great purpose in helping patients understand their conditions, empowering them to take an active role in their care, and guiding them through complex health decisions. Serving patients during some of their most vulnerable moments is a responsibility I value deeply, and it is what makes this profession so meaningful to me.