Every pharmacy professional’s journey starts somewhere. For Dr. Harrison Dang, PharmD, BAAS, RPh, that starting point was a simple but intentional decision: finding the right foundation to take his first step into pharmacy.
Like many students, Harrison did not begin his career knowing exactly where pharmacy would take him. What he did know was that he wanted opportunity, exposure, and a pathway that would open doors. That path began with RxTechExam.
Harrison discovered RxTechExam while searching online for pharmacy technician training. The course stood out for its quality, its focus on preparing students for the PTCB exam, and its accessibility. Completing the RxTechExam course and earning his CPhT certification did more than help him pass an exam, it introduced him to the real world of pharmacy.
Working as a pharmacy technician in a retail setting gave Harrison invaluable hands-on experience. He learned how pharmacy teams function, how patient care unfolds in real time, and how pharmacists and technicians work together to make a meaningful impact. That experience became a powerful advantage when he entered pharmacy school, allowing him to approach his studies with confidence, context, and purpose.
Harrison continued forward with perseverance, completing a rigorous three-year PharmD program at the University of the Pacific, Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy. Today, he is a PGY1 pharmacy resident at Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with aspirations to pursue a PGY2 residency in critical care and earn board certifications in pharmacotherapy and critical care.
His journey is a powerful reminder that starting as a pharmacy technician is not a limitation, it is a launchpad. Education builds confidence. Certification creates access. Experience strengthens skill. Mentorship and leadership sustain growth. Perseverance moves everything forward.
To hear directly from Dr. Dang and learn more about his pharmacy journey in his own words, we invite you to watch his story through our Vocal Video here.
At RxTechExam, we are proud to support learners at the very beginning of their pharmacy journey, knowing that today’s technician student may become tomorrow’s pharmacist, leader, educator, or innovator. Harrison’s story reminds us that you do not need to see the entire path to take the first step, you simply need to start, and keep going.
We also invite all RxTechExam students, alumni, and graduates of our program to share your journey. If your experience highlights dedication, leadership, mentorship, or growth within the pharmacy profession, we would be honored to feature your story. You can submit your RxTechExam journey through our Vocal Video collector here.
Your story has the power to inspire the next generation of pharmacy professionals, just as Dr. Harrison Dang’s continues to inspire us.
Wishing you continued success,
Dr. Abel Guevara III, CPhTAdv