220 Ferris Drive
Rm. 201
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 591-2252
Michelle Kelly (Sahr), PharmD, BCACP, FMPA

Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Pharmaceutical Science
Phone: (231) 591-2304
Email: [email protected]
Education
- PharmD, Ferris State University, Pharmacy
Graduate/Post-Graduate Training
- Residency, PGY-1 Community Pharmacy Practice, Meijer Pharmacy/Ferris State University/Pfizer, Jenison, MI, United States
Biography
I grew up in a small, rural town on the east side of Michigan where I quickly grew a love for science and medicine. I explored different avenues in the health care field and fell in love with the pharmacy profession. During school and after graduation, I worked at several community pharmacies where I was able to work one-on-one with patients every day. I find these interactions to be rewarding for myself and for the patient and want to share my experiences with incoming pharmacy students for years to come.
Publications and Intellectual Contributions
- Journal Article
Kelsh, S., Ottney, A. R., Young, M., Kelly (Sahr), M., Larson, R., Sohn, M. (2023). "Young Adults’ Electronic Cigarette Use and Perceptions of Risk," Tobacco Use Insights. 16 pp. 1-6. SAGE Publishing. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1179173X231161313 - Journal Article
Sahr, M., Blower, N., Johnston, R. (2022). "Patient perceptions of acute infectious diseases POCT in community pharmacies," Journal of the American Pharmacists Association. 62 (6). pp. 1786-1791. Elsevier. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1544319122001650?via%3Dihub - Journal Article
VanLangen, K. M., Sahr, M., Salvati, L. A., Meny, L. M., Bright, D. R., Sohn, M. (2021). "Viability of Virtual Skills-Based Assessments Focused on Communication," American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education. 85 (7). - Commentary
Sahr, M. (2021). "Commentary: Pilot Study of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) Cessation Methods," Journal of Addiction Research & Therapy. 12 (6). https://www.omicsonline.org/open-access/commentary-pilot-study-of-electronic-nicotine-delivery-systems-ends-cessation-methods-116538.html - Broadcast Media
Sahr, M., Diephouse, L. (2021). "Local Association Spotlight: - Kent County Pharmacists Association Annexes Mecosta, Ionia and Montcalm counties -," MSCP Community Connection. June 2021 Lansing, MI: Michigan Pharmacists Association. https://myemail.constantcontact.com/MSCP-Community-Connection---June-21--2021.html?soid=1107842212368&aid=vItob8etJlg - Newsletter
Sahr, M. (2021). "Active Learning Strategies in Self-Care Courses," Self-Care & Nonprescription Medications Special Interest Group. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. - Magazine/Trade Publication
Sahr, M. (2021). "Member Spotlight: MPA Membership has Paid Off," Michigan Pharmacist. p. 25. Lansing, MI: Michigan Pharmacists Association. https://issuu.com/mipharm/docs/jan_feb_march21_journal_low-final - Journal Article
Sahr, M., Kelsh, S., Blower, N., Sohn, M. (2021). "Pilot Study of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) Cessation Methods," Pharmacy. 9 (1). Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute. https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/9/1/21 - Journal Article
Nybo, E., Kelly (Sahr), M., Young, M., Axford, K. L., Sohn, M., Lyons, M., Klepser, M. E. (2020). "Design of a large scale escape room for first-year pharmacy student orientation," Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning. 12 (11). pp. 1340-1347. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877129720302173 - Journal Article
Salvati, L. A., Meny, L. M., de Voest, M. C., Bright, D. R., Vavra-Janes, K. L., Young, M., Kelsh, S., Kelly (Sahr), M., Wellman, G. S. (2020). "Assessing the Validity and Reliability of the Pharmacist Interprofessional Competencies Tool." American journal of pharmaceutical education. 84 (7). p. ajpe7668.
Presentations
- Webinar
Kelly (Sahr), M., E-cigarette Workgroup, "Laying the Foundation for Updated Tobacco Policies & Procedures," Tobacco Free Michigan, virtual, (January 8, 2025). - Oral Presentation
Kelly (Sahr), M. (Author & Presenter), Stewart, B. (Author & Presenter), Farris, K. (Author & Presenter), Annual Convention & Exposition, "Developing a Roadmap for Enhancing Community Pharmacy Practice: Navigating the Speed Bumps and Potholes," Michigan Pharmacists Association, Detroit, Michigan, (February 23, 2024). - Webinar
Kelly (Sahr), M. (Author & Presenter), Session, "Smoking Cessation Pharmacotherapy," Tobacco Free Network of Michigan, Virtual, (February 20, 2024). - Webinar
Kelsh, S. (Author & Presenter), Kelly (Sahr), M. (Author & Presenter), Public Health SIG, "A National look at Vaping," AACP, Online, (September 13, 2022). - Webcast
Ottney, A. R. (Presenter), Kelly (Sahr), M. (Presenter), Michigan State University Statewide Campus System Emergency Medicine Virtual Conference, "Vaping 2022: Looking Back and Moving Forward," Michigan State University, Virtual, (August 17, 2022). - Poster
Weaver, P. (Author & Presenter), Kelsh, S., Kelly (Sahr), M. (Author), Blower, N. (Author), Sohn, M. (Author), ASHP Midyear Meeting, "Deep dive into vaping habits of young adults," American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists, Las Vegas, NV, (December 8, 2019). - Oral Presentation
Young, M., Kelly (Sahr), M., Ottney, A. R., SpartanNash Annual meeting, "Vaping: Myths, Truths and What I Need to Know to Help My Patients," SpartanNash, Grand Rapids, (September 19, 2019).