Hometown: Boise, ID
Pharmacy School: Idaho State University LS Skaggs College of Pharmacy, Meridian Campus
Current Residency Project: Evaluation of Inpatient Administration of Long-Acting Injectable Buprenorphine on Readmission and Length of Stay
Why I chose Providence: I chose Providence Sacred Heart because of its extensive opportunities in acute care and the chance to serve diverse patient populations through a collaborative, patient-centered, and evidence-based approach. The variety of rotations, including psychiatry, critical care, and pediatrics, along with numerous teaching opportunities, particularly appealed to me. Additionally, the medical center’s size and high-acuity patient population, combined with approachable preceptors and a supportive learning environment, made it an ideal place to challenge myself and continue growing throughout residency.
Professional Interests: Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care
Personal Interests: In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, whether hiking or skiing with friends, family, and our dogs. I also love cooking and unwinding with a good sitcom or movie, especially when accompanied by a sweet treat.
Hometown: Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
Pharmacy School: Oregon State University College of Pharmacy
Current Residency Project: Evaluation and Optimization of Vanco dosing after implementation of Insight Rx
Why I chose Providence: I chose Providence Sacred Heart because it had everything I was looking for in a residency program. The wide variety of rotations gives me the opportunity to explore different areas of pharmacy and become a very well-rounded pharmacist. The supportive preceptors and strong teaching environment make it a place where I feel comfortable asking questions, being challenged, and continuing to grow. I also loved that Sacred Heart has a large residency cohort, because there is always someone to learn from, exchange ideas with, and support each other along the way. Most importantly, when I met the preceptors and past residents during my interview, I was immediately impressed with the culture and could easily picture myself being part of the team.
Professional Interests: Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Transplant
Personal Interests: exploring new places "nearby" (within a 6-hour drive), going on random road trips, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.
Hometown: Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Pharmacy School: University of California, San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Current Residency Project: Impact of Routine Enteral Zinc Supplementation on Growth and Clinical Outcomes in Preterm Infants
Why I chose Providence: I chose Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children’s Hospital because of the opportunity to gain experience caring for both adult and pediatric patients while developing a strong foundation as a well-rounded pharmacist. I was drawn to the variety of clinical rotations and the opportunity to explore different areas of pharmacy while continuing to develop my interests. I also valued the supportive learning environment. Throughout the interview process, I felt welcomed by the pharmacists and residents, and it was clear that the program fosters a culture of collaboration, teaching, and resident growth.
Professional Interests: Pediatrics and Neonatology, Cardiology, Clinical Research
Personal Interests: Traveling, attending concerts, playing video games, reading, karaoke, and trying new restaurants
Hometown: Spokane, WA
Pharmacy School: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Current Residency Project: Standardization of Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis in Hospitalized Pediatric Patients
Why I chose Providence: I chose Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children’s Hospital because of the strong sense of encouragement and community within the pharmacy department and the wide variety of opportunities to learn across different specialties. The opportunity to grow my clinical skills at a hospital that values collaboration, education, and patient-centered care while gaining experience from pharmacists with diverse areas of expertise was especially something that stood out to me when choosing a residency program. I was also excited about having five other co-residents who would be going through the same experiences with me, creating a built-in support system to learn from, lean on, and celebrate the year with. Overall, Sacred Heart’s range of clinical experiences makes it an ideal place to continue developing and growing into a well-rounded clinical pharmacist.
Professional Interests: Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, General Medicine, Oncology, and Transplant Pharmacy
Personal Interests: Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy traveling, running, spending time with family and friends, and trying new restaurants.
Hometown: Spokane, WA
Pharmacy School: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Current Residency Project: Evaluation of a Review and Approval Process for Inpatient Administration of High Cost Medications
Why I chose Providence: I chose Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center because of the wide range of different clinical rotations and specialties available for residents to learn and grow. Being able to expand my knowledge and clinical skills in a multitude of diverse patient populations allows me to become a very well-rounded clinical pharmacist. The environment and community felt very supportive and encouraging. Every preceptor I had spoken with was very excited and passionate about teaching future residents.
Professional Interests: Pediatrics, Oncology, Endocrinology
Personal Interests: Spending time with my family, listening to K-Pop (mostly BTS and SKZ), playing a wide variety of video games, reading and writing when I can find the time, taking spontaneous trips, and simply just partake in the spontaneous.
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Pharmacy School: UC San Diego - Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Current Residency Project: Development of a Standardized Dosing Guide for Adult and Pediatric Patients on ECLS
Why I chose Providence: I chose Providence Sacred Heart due to its high acuity patients. Being one of the major hospitals in the area, patients are brought from all over, which exposes you to different disease states every day and helps to build your clinical skills. Alongside the clinical experience, the culture here is very positive. When talking to prior residents they always had positive things to say about not only the clinical experiences but also the staff. Everyone here is very invested in your education and never make me feel as if I cannot ask a question regardless of how simple the answer may be.
Professional Interests: Critical Care
Personal Interests: I love coffee and tea, learning the ins and outs of how to make a great drink, and the overall process of making one. I also really love video games. I am a Nintendo kid at heart, but I will play any game that catches my interest.
