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Melissa Forbes

Lead Pharmacist- Clinical Services

pharmacist La Crosse, WI Gundersen Health System
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
15 years at Gundersen Health System
Gender
Female
Connections
95
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Melissa Forbes is one of them.
  • 1,173 pharmacists are based in WI (out of 28,699 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 467 contacts at Gundersen Health System are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in WI: $106,000 – $160,000 (median $131,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in WI: Walgreens (113), Aurora Health Care (59), Uw Health (47).
  • 3% of pharmacists in WI hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 79% of pharmacists in WI have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
2010
University of Wisconsin-Madison
2006
Skills
Pharmacy Clinical Research Hospitals Patient Safety Inpatient Healthcare Patient Education Healthcare Management Cpr Certified Epic Systems Bls Acls Pals Pharmacists Critical Care Infectious Diseases
About Gundersen Health System
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
1900 South Ave, La Crosse, WI
Professional Overview

Melissa Forbes is a Lead Pharmacist- Clinical Services, currently affiliated with Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI. As a pharmacist, Forbes contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in La Crosse, WI. They have been with Gundersen Health System for 15 years. Forbes holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), from University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy and University of Wisconsin-Madison. Core competencies include Pharmacy, Clinical Research, Hospitals, Patient Safety, Inpatient. Gundersen Health System operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The La Crosse, WI healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melissa Forbes located?
Melissa Forbes is based in La Crosse, WI. They are currently affiliated with Gundersen Health System.
What is Melissa Forbes's specialty?
Melissa Forbes specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Lead Pharmacist- Clinical Services.
Where does Melissa Forbes currently work?
Melissa Forbes currently works at Gundersen Health System. They have been there for 15 years.
What is Melissa Forbes's educational background?
Melissa Forbes attended University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy and University of Wisconsin-Madison.
How do I contact Melissa Forbes for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a pharmacist?
Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for pharmacists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a pharmacist in WI?
pharmacists in WI typically earn $106,000 to $160,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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