Dr. Megan Jolley Milne, PharmD, BCACP
Dr. Megan Jolley Milne, PharmD, BCACP, is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist specializing in prednisone therapy, corticosteroid side effect management, and medication-induced nutrient depletion.
She is the founder of PrednisonePharmacist.com, an educational platform dedicated to improving patient safety and quality of life during corticosteroid treatment. Her work focuses on translating peer-reviewed research and clinical guidelines into accessible education for patients and clinicians navigating glucocorticoid therapy.
Her educational content has reached millions worldwide through digital platforms, continuing education presentations, and media appearances.
Areas of Expertise
- Prednisone and systemic corticosteroid therapy
- Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis
- Steroid tapering and withdrawal physiology
- Medication-induced nutrient depletion
- Steroid-associated insomnia, mood changes, and metabolic effects
- Autoimmune medication support
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
- Navigating complex medication regimens
- Health insurance appeals and medication access
Clinical Credentials
Dr. Megan earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Utah College of Pharmacy and is a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP). She is a licensed pharmacist in Utah with over 27 years of clinical pharmacy experience.
She previously served as a Medication Therapy Management Program Manager at a Fortune 200 healthcare organization, where she led pharmacist teams serving Medicare populations and secured executive-level support for program expansion. She was named Innovative Pharmacist of the Year by the Utah Pharmacists Association for her leadership and clinical contributions.
Founder & Educational Platform
After personally requiring high-dose prednisone treatment for a life-threatening autoimmune condition, Dr. Megan identified a significant gap in patient education regarding steroid side effects and medication-induced nutrient depletion.
She founded PrednisonePharmacist.com to provide evidence-based education grounded in peer-reviewed research and clinical guidelines. The associated YouTube channel, Dr. Megan – Prednisone Pharmacist, has garnered:
- Over 4 million views
- More than 20,000 subscribers
- Long-form educational content synthesizing 100+ scientific studies on glucocorticoid therapy
Her work emphasizes research transparency and includes a publicly available bibliography of over 100 peer-reviewed scientific articles related to prednisone and nutrient depletion.
Dr. Megan is also the founder of Nutranize®, a pharmacist-designed supplement system developed to address medication-induced nutrient depletion in patients requiring long-term corticosteroid therapy.
Speaking & Media
Dr. Megan is available for:
- Keynote presentations
- Conference lectures
- Continuing education (CE) programs for pharmacists
- Podcast and media interviews
- Panel discussions
- Webinars and virtual presentations
She has delivered continuing education programs for pharmacist associations, appeared on health-focused podcasts and YouTube channels, and provided expert commentary for newspaper articles. She also serves as an expert witness in medication-related legal cases.
Event organizers have hosted her for both virtual and in-person presentations across the United States.
Selected Publications & Contributions
- Milne MJ, Crouch BI, Caravati EM. Buprenorphine for opioid dependence. J Pain Palliat Care Pharmacother. 2009;23(2):153-5. doi: 10.1080/15360280902900869. PMID: 19492216
- Contributing author, Pharmfluencers by Dr. Kimber Boothe.
- Contributor, Change of Heart by Kristy Sidlar. Prednisone Side Effect Cartoon Image Artist.
- Continuing education presenter for pharmacist professional associations
Dr. Megan’s Professional Impact
- Over 4 million YouTube views on the Dr. Megan – Prednisone Pharmacist channel with over 20,000 subscribers.
- Prednisonepharmacist.com website: 1.5 million+ organic hits on the Google search engine results page.
- 50,000+ individuals have downloaded patient education tools
- Patented Nutranize Zone, supplement for people on prednisone.
- Registered trademark holder of Nutranize®
- Dr. Megan received the Innovative Pharmacist of the Year Award from Upsher-Smith and the Utah Pharmacists Association.
- Dr. Megan is a 3rd generation pharmacist and mother of five children.
- Founder of a woman-owned healthcare company (est. 2018) after her health scare and undergoing chemotherapy to get off prednisone.
Press Kit
Short Bio (For Media Use)
Dr. Megan Jolley Milne, PharmD, BCACP, is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist specializing in prednisone and corticosteroid therapy management. She is the founder of PrednisonePharmacist.com and an educator on medication-induced nutrient depletion and steroid side effect mitigation. Her work focuses on translating clinical research into accessible education for patients and healthcare professionals.
Media Inquiries & Booking
For interviews, expert commentary, speaking invitations, or continuing education requests:
Email: info@prednisonepharmacist.com or schedule an appointment to discuss.
