2020 - 2021 Residents |
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Lexi Koon, PharmDUndergraduate Institution: Miami University |
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Alyssa Lear, PharmDUndergraduate Institution: University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy School: University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Clinical Interests: Critical Care/ Academia Research Project: Short vs. Long Course IV Antibiotics for Neonatal Urinary Tract Infections Why CMC: While searching for programs, I knew I wanted to complete my PGY1 residency at large, academic medical hospital that offered a variety of rotation experiences, teaching and educational opportunities, and collaboration with different multidisciplinary teams. I am also impressed so far by all the preceptors at Carolinas Medical Center and their dedication to resident’s learning and success. Additionally, Carolinas Medical Center offers a personalized and unique mentorship program which helped acclimate me to residency. I love that I have a go-to mentor for the year as well as dedicated mentors for each of my longitudinal projects. I was also drawn to the teaching and learning curriculum this program offers because it gives me the opportunity to learn to precept multiple students from local pharmacy schools and obtain a teaching certificate. My transition and move from Pittsburgh to Charlotte has been great so far, and I am excited for all my opportunities this year at CMC! |
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Amanda Lefemine, PharmDUndergraduate Institution: University of Rhode Island Pharmacy School: University of Rhode Island Clinical Interests: Infectious Diseases, Critical Care, Pain/Palliative Care Research Project: Risk factors and clinical outcomes in patients with hematologic malignancies and infections caused by ESBL producing Enterobacterales Why CMC?: When searching for residency programs, I was drawn to those with a strong research program, a variety of rotations that would provide exposure to unique populations, and ample opportunities to precept students. The Carolina’s Medical Center PGY-1 program clearly encompassed each of these, and when I met the preceptors, I realized the program had so much more to offer. The preceptors are extremely knowledgeable and passionate about teaching. The autonomy and continual feedback provided to residents promotes an environment of self-development and growth. Additionally, being from Connecticut and having all of my pharmacy practice experiences in New England, I was eager to explore what pharmacy was like in a new region. The progressive pharmacy environment that North Carolina and CMC had to offer was apparent. Lastly, the residency class size has allowed us to become close quickly, and Charlotte is an amazing city to live in! |
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Michelle Ton, PharmDUndergraduate Institution: Virginia Tech (Go Hokies!) |
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Hunter Vanderburg, PharmDUndergraduate Institution: University of Mississippi Pharmacy School: University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy Clinical Interests: Infectious Diseases, Critical Care Research Project: Impact of Antibiotic Stewardship Treatment and Management Algorithm for Liver Abscesses Why CMC?: I wanted to complete my PGY1 residency at a large academic medical center that provided a large variety of opportunities that could provide me with a well-rounded experience. The robust clinical rotations, research/teaching opportunities, and the mentorship provided by CMC were all aspects I was looking for in a program. In addition, CMC has a robust antimicrobial stewardship program and offers a PGY2 in infectious diseases. I truly believe that everyone involved with the program has your best interest in mind and everyone is always willing to help. This has made the transition from student to pharmacist much easier. Charlotte has been great so far, and I look forward to the rest of this year! |
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Megan Wayman, PharmDUndergraduate Institution: The Ohio State University Research Project: Incidence and risk factors of arterial and venous thrombosis in renal cell carcinoma |
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