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The Office of Outcomes Research and Evaluation (OORE) is a targeted research and service facility operating under the administrative umbrella of the College of Pharmacy. Established in 2001 with major contractual funding from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, OORE staffs provide assistance for the critical drug-related component of the Louisiana Medicaid Program.

Our Mission:

As a diverse group of professionals in the ULM family, our mission is to promote improved patient health outcomes through the innovative and efficient application of evidence-based clinical knowledge and data-driven solutions.

Contact Information

For further information regarding the Research section, please contact:

Sandra Blake, Ph.D.
Director, Outcomes Research Area
Phone: 318-410-4359
Email: blake@ulm.edu

For further information regarding the Prior Authorization section, please contact:

Melissa Dear
Director, Prior Authorization Unit
Phone: 318-410-4360
Email: dear@ulm.edu