UF Health St Johns
Joseph Crane, PharmD, BCCCP
The students had this to say about Dr. Crane:
“Dr. Crane provided a stress-free environment to learn and make mistakes. He allowed me the opportunity to speak with other healthcare providers and watch plenty of procedures at the hospital. He is highly knowledgeable in critical care pharmacy and always had a positive attitude.”
“First off, I would like to nominate my preceptor Dr. Crane for he would let me actively participate in all aspects of his daily duties. He would also explain everything he was doing in a helpful way while also providing further insight. On top of that, he would conduct daily topic discussions post-rounds to help us either review previously learned pharmacy topics or something completely new. I would also like to nominate the site I was at because the physicians, other pharmacists, and nurses were all extremely kind and willing to share their knowledge with me anytime I asked. The physicians and pharmacists would always explain what they were doing in the treatment or care of a patient and why to help me make connections to the material taught in our class. Overall, this was a great learning experience as I probably learned 5 or more new things every single day. Dr. Crane and UF Health St. Johns deserve recognition for their kind, professional, experienced, and skilled learning environment where they truly care about interns future and well-being.“
“Dr. Crane was an exceptional preceptor who fostered a supportive learning environment in the ICU. He consistently encouraged growth by challenging myself and the other students to think critically about each patient case and guided us through complex clinical scenarios. Dr. Crane placed a strong emphasis on inter-professional collaboration, actively involving us in multidisciplinary rounds and encouraging open communication with all members of the healthcare team. His commitment to teaching was evident in their ability to discuss many ICU associated topics. Through this mentorship, I gained a deeper understanding of the role of an ICU pharmacist, developed greater clinical confidence, and learned the value of a team based approach to optimizing patient outcomes.“
Brief bio or Site description
Dr. Crane earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2013, following a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Belmont University, where he was also a member of the men’s soccer team. He is married to his wife, a dentist in Jacksonville, and together they have two wonderful sons. During pharmacy school, Dr. Crane developed a strong interest in critical care, completing advanced rotations in the Neuro ICU, Cardiac ICU, Trauma ICU/Nutrition, Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, and Emergency Medicine at a Level I trauma center. Although he pursued a nontraditional path by entering practice without residency training, he quickly advanced in critical care pharmacy. He served as a floating critical care pharmacist at Ascension from 2017–2022 and at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola from 2013–2017. He is Board Certified in Critical Care Pharmacy. Currently at UF Health St. Johns, Dr. Crane is an active member of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Team and the Critical Care Committee. He collaborates closely with providers on the development and implementation of protocols that advance evidence-based medicine in practice. Passionate about education, Dr. Crane values mentoring pharmacy students and residents at all levels. His teaching philosophy centers on creating a relaxed learning environment where learners can refine their clinical skills without fear of making mistakes—recognizing that errors are an essential part of the growth and learning process.
What is your or your sites philosophy on educating students and/or providing pharmacy services?
We strive to give student pharmacists a supportive and approachable learning environment, with exposure to all areas of pharmacy practice. By working alongside different healthcare providers, students gain a full view of how pharmacy fits into the bigger picture of patient care.
What is a fun fact about you or the site?
Located close to downtown historic St. Augustine as well as the beach.