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Derek Puhalla

Lead Pharmacist

pharmacist San Jose, CA Truepill
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
4 years at Truepill
Gender
Male
Connections
305
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Derek Puhalla is one of them.
  • 7,491 pharmacists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 36 contacts at Truepill are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in CA: $130,000 – $197,000 (median $160,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in CA: Kaiser Permanente (929), Cvs Health (417), Walgreens (330).
  • 2% of pharmacists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 77% of pharmacists in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • 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
West Virginia University
Doctor of Pharmacy - PharmD
2016
About Truepill
Industry
Software
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
truepill.com
Office Location
3121 Diablo Ave, Hayward, CA
Professional Overview

Derek Puhalla is a Lead Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Truepill, based in San Jose, CA. As a pharmacist, Puhalla contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in San Jose, CA. They have been with Truepill for 4 years. Puhalla holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Pharmacy - PharmD, from West Virginia University. Truepill operates in the Software 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 San Jose, CA 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 Derek Puhalla located?
Derek Puhalla is based in San Jose, CA. They are currently affiliated with Truepill.
What is Derek Puhalla's specialty?
Derek Puhalla specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Lead Pharmacist.
Where does Derek Puhalla currently work?
Derek Puhalla currently works at Truepill. They have been there for 4 years.
What is Derek Puhalla's educational background?
Derek Puhalla attended West Virginia University.
How do I contact Derek Puhalla 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 CA?
pharmacists in CA typically earn $130,000 to $197,000 annually, with a median of $160,000. 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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