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PGY1 Pharmacy Resident

Hometown: Mount Prospect, IL
Pharmacy Education: The Ohio State University
Why did you choose Texas Children's Hospital? : I chose TCH because of the incredible warmth and support present in the PGY1 leadership and precepting teams. I felt instantly set up for success and knew this community would challenge me while also encouraging me to every step of the way. Everyone in the residency program is committed to making sure their residents get everything they want out of residency in a learning style individualized to you.
Areas of Interest: Emergency medicine, trauma care, critical care
Biggest items on non-professional bucket list: Hike and visit every national park
Favorite animated movie: Aladdin
What I like to do for fun: Play soccer, rock climb, read and cook

Hometown: Bellevue, Washington
Pharmacy Education: University of Washington School of Pharmacy
Why did you choose Texas Children's Hospital? I appreciated the flexible rotations I can tailor to my interests, as well as the large SOT and Hem/Onc programs, with lots of opportunities for learning at an academic medical center. The RPD/RPC and preceptor group as a whole are very kind and care about residents.
Areas of Interest: Hematology/Oncology, Solid Organ Transplant
Biggest items on non-professional bucket list: run a 10k
Favorite animated movie: Weathering With You
What I like to do for fun: eat, play with my cat Maize

Hometown: Spring, Texas
Pharmacy Education: Texas A&M College of Pharmacy
Why did you choose Texas Children's Hospital? I chose Texas Children’s for the opportunity to grow as both a pediatric pharmacist and a future pharmacy leader. The program offers a unique combination of diverse clinical and administrative experiences, along with the flexibility to explore my interests. What stood out most to me was the supportive culture and genuine investment the residency leadership and preceptors have in helping residents succeed.
Areas of Interest: Inpatient Operations, Medication Safety, Clinical Pharmacy Services, Critical Care, Hematology/Oncology
Biggest items on my non-professional bucket list: Own a beachfront vacation rental
Favorite animated movie: Finding Nemo
What I like to do for fun: Spending time by the pool or at the beach, going to Astros games, exploring Houston's food scene, and making any excuse to travel.

Hometown: Flower Mound, Texas
Pharmacy Education: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy
Why did you choose Texas Children's Hospital? I chose Texas Children’s for its commitment to exceptional pediatric care, the breadth of learning opportunities, and the supportive environment that encourages residents to grow both personally and professionally. I have always known I wanted to pursue pediatrics, and this residency felt like the perfect place to develop as a pediatric pharmacist while learning from an incredible team.
Areas of Interest: Leadership, Inpatient Operations, Process Optimization, and Antimicrobial Stewardship
Biggest items on non-professional bucket list: Take my mother to see the Northern Lights and one day build a library inside my house
Favorite animated movie: Tangled
What I like to do for fun: Playing video games, reading, finding creative outlets, and spending time with my cat

Hometown: Mokena, Illinois
Pharmacy Education: Midwestern University College of Pharmacy
Why did you choose Texas Children's Hospital? I wanted to build a strong foundation that included patient populations that I do not have too much confidence in treating, as it would help me prepare for any potential challenges down the road. Also, I was not confident in what areas of interest within ID that I wanted to potentially practice in, therefore I wanted a residency that offered flexibility in rotations.
Areas of Interest: Infectious Diseases
Biggest items on non-professional bucket list: Visit a new country every 2 years
Favorite animated movie: Coco
What I like to do for fun: read books, workout, shop online and in person, visit new restaurants and places in Houston, go fishing at the beach, and travel