The Revelation Pharma family would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Dr. Loyd V. Allen, Jr., on Tuesday, April 23, at the age of 80. Renowned for his pivotal role in the compounding pharmacy sector, Dr. Allen was widely respected as an innovative educator and a guiding light to many in the field. His demise marks a significant loss to the community he dearly nurtured.
While Dr. Allen's career was distinguished by his role as professor emeritus at the University of Oklahoma HSC College of Pharmacy and as the visionary CEO of the Midwest Institute of Research and Technology, he is perhaps most notably known for his role as the editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Pharmacy Compounding (IJPC), a beacon of knowledge and excellence in the industry. Under his stewardship, IJPC became the preeminent publication in the compounding pharmacy field, influencing practitioners and researchers worldwide.
His groundbreaking work and relentless pursuit of excellence did not go unrecognized. Dr. Allen was a revered figure across international borders, with his influential textbooks available in several languages and his research cited extensively.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Allen cherished his family. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His legacy will endure through the many lives he touched, both personally and through his professional endeavors. His vision and dedication will continue to inspire future generations, and his absence will be profoundly felt in the compounding pharmacy community.
