Otto Wachsmann
Republican
In Office
Positions
Experience
Otto Wachsmann is a proven fighter and community leader who has dedicated his career to serving Southside families. As a father, pharmacist, and experienced business owner, Otto will always fight for rural Virginia and deliver results that help improve our community for future generations.
General
As a practicing pharmacist for over thirty years, Otto knows firsthand that we need to improve healthcare services in our region. Access to quality care is limited, providers lack necessary resources, prescription drug costs are too high, and it is nearly impossible to navigate the health insurance maze for patients and providers alike.
Background
Following a brief return to community practice once Robins merged with American Home Products, Otto joined the faculty and was named Director of Experiential Education at the newly created Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy at Shenandoah University. While working at Shenandoah, Otto earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree and served as President of the Virginia Pharmacists Association.
Background
As a father of two daughters and former assistant professor at Shenandoah University, Otto understands the challenges facing parents, students, and teachers.
Ratings
Scores from interest groups and advocacy organizations based on voting record and public positions.
National Federation of Independent Business - Virginia
Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Virginia Citizens Defense League
National Rifle Association (NRA)
American Conservative Union (ACU)
Virginia Sierra Club
Political Experience
House of Delegates
Virginia · District 83 · 2024-present
House of Delegates
Virginia · District 75 · 2022-2024
Professional Experience
Owner
Stony Creek Pharmacy · 2002-present
Director of Experiential Education
Shenandoah University School of Pharmacy · 1996-2002
Director of New Product Planning/Technical Information
The A.H. Robins Company · 1989-1990
Staff Pharmacist
Peoples Drug
Education
Shenandoah University
PharmD · 1998
Virginia Commonwealth University
BS · Pharmacy · 1983
William & Mary
Attended · 1981
