NYPH Pharmacy Residents
PGY1 Residents
Sarah Abraham, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
Rutgers University
Clinical Interests: Oncology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Ambulatory Care
Hometown: Dumont, NJ
Research Project: Practice Changes in Treatments and Outcomes for Agitation During the Parenteral Lorazepam Shortage
Bio: I am originally from Dumont, a small town in northern NJ, and I graduated from Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University. I've always loved living in Jersey, and since my hometown is just outside NYC, I've spent a lot of time here over the years. I'm excited now to be living in the city and getting to experience everything it has to offer. In my free time, I love trying new restaurants, traveling and experiencing new places and cultures, and psychoanalyzing films.
Why NYP? : I chose NYP because of the breadth of rotations and experiences the program offers. I have many different clinical interests, and I am excited to explore them at such a large and innovative academic institution that cares for patients from all walks of life. The opportunity to learn from a wide range of disease states and patient populations is something I truly value. The interactions I had with the residency program director and preceptors also left a lasting impression. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and supportive, and it was immediately clear how deeply the pharmacists care about their patients. What stood out to me most was their passion and intellectual curiosity. There is such a strong culture of continuous learning and growth that is truly infectious. I know learning from clinicians with that mindset will help me shape me into the pharmacist I aspire to become.
Ryann Burch, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Clinical Interests: Ambulatory Care, Pediatrics
Hometown: Charleston, SC
Research Project: Comparison of Fixed-Capped (15mg) vs Weight-Based Dosing of Ketorolac in Pediatric Patients
Bio: I was born and raised in Charleston, SC, and attended the University of South Carolina for both undergrad and pharmacy school (Go Gamecocks!). I am excited to live in a new city and look forward to exploring everything NYC has to offer. In my free time, I love trying new restaurants and coffee shops, hanging out with friends and family, finding places to hike, and going to concerts!
Why NYP? : I knew I wanted to continue my pharmacy training at NewYork-Presbyterian after attending my first information session, and my interest only grew after Midyear and my interview. It was clear that NYP would provide endless opportunities to grow as a pharmacist while further developing my clinical interests. I was especially impressed by how invested the preceptors are in resident growth, and I knew this was a program where I would be challenged to become my best while feeling supported every step of the way. I was also drawn to NYP's expansive health system, which offers the opportunity to care for diverse patient populations and gain experience across a wide variety of clinical specialties. I feel incredibly fortunate to learn from such amazing preceptors and work alongside my nine co-residents!
Karla Crespo-Morales, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of Illinois Chicago Retzky College of Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Emergency Medicine, Critical Care
Hometown: Caguas, Puerto Rico
Research Project: Evaluation of Tetanus Immunization and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Prescribing Patterns After Implementation of Clinical Decision Support
Bio: I was born and raised in Caguas, Puerto Rico, and earned my bachelor's degree in Chemistry from the University of Puerto Rico. I then moved to Chicago to pursue my PharmD at the University of Illinois Chicago Retzky College of Pharmacy. After spending the past several years in the Midwest, I’m thrilled to be in New York City and excited to explore all the opportunities, experiences, and adventures it has to offer. Especially the NYC food scene!
Why NYP? : I chose NYP because of its diverse patient populations and the opportunity to train across multiple sites. The ability to complete rotations at institutions such as Weill Cornell, Columbia, and Brooklyn Methodist is truly unique and provides exposure to a wide variety of practice settings and patient populations. This breadth of training allows residents to develop a well-rounded skill set while caring for patients with diverse healthcare needs, which aligned with my goals. Beyond the clinical opportunities, my interview experience solidified that NYP was the right fit for me. The preceptors were welcoming, supportive, and genuinely invested in resident growth and success. I was looking for a program that would challenge me to become a confident, well-rounded practitioner while providing strong mentorship and diverse learning experiences, and NYP offers all of that and more!
Dana El Khoury, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of Connecticut
Clinical Interests: Ambulatory Care and Critical Care
Hometown: Danbury, CT
Research Project: Evaluation of patient and provider satisfaction with incorportation of clinical pharmacist into weight management practice
Bio: I was born and raised in Danbury, CT and attended pharmacy school at the University of Connecticut (Go Huskies!). Now I am excited for this new chapter to experience everything the city has to offer! In my free time I enjoy reading, trying new restaurants, and walking around the city.
Why NYP? : After attending the first info session for NewYork-Presbyterian, I knew that is was the perfect fit for me. Everyone I met seemed very enthusiastic about their work and had a sense of excitement to welcome and teach the incoming residents. This is a place where I can be challenged while still feeling supported which is an important balance when looking for PGY1 program. Additionally, since it is a very large health system in NYC there is a very diverse patient population and many different rotations to choose from.
Madison Hubert, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
Northeastern University
Clinical Interests: Emergency Medicine, Critical Care
Hometown: Southington, CT
Research Project: Evaluation of a Clinical Decision Support Tool on the incidence of Prescribing QTc Prolonging Medications in Patients with Abnormal ECG in the Emergency Department
Bio: I grew up in Southington, CT and completed a six-year PharmD program at Northeastern University in Boston, MA. I am excited to begin this next chapter of my pharmacy career in a new city. In my free time, I enjoy taking work out classes, going to concerts, and trying new coffee spots!
Why NYP? : I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because of the breadth of clinical experiences across multiple campuses as well as the program's commitment to resident growth and well-being. I am eager to continue learning in a challenging environment while serving a diverse patient population in New York. Throughout the interview process, I was drawn to the genuine enthusiasm, support, and dedication of the residents, preceptors, and program leadership. I am so excited to begin my pharmacy career at NYP!
Will Jurewicz, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
Binghamton University
Clinical Interests: Pediatrics, Critical Care
Hometown: Vernon, New Jersey
Research Project: Epoprostenol vs Heparin for Regional AC in CRRT
Bio: I grew up in Vernon, New Jersey, and earned both my undergraduate degree in biology and PharmD from Binghamton University. Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy trying new restaurants and attending Yankees and Knicks games. Being from a small town in northern New Jersey, I’m excited to experience the fast-paced environment and endless opportunities that New York City has to offer.
Why NYP? : I chose NYP because of the balance between expansive learning opportunities and the supportive learning environment fostered by the preceptors. The opportunity to operate out of multiple campuses allows for a diverse patient population to build my clinical skill set and gain exposure to a variety of clinical specialties. From Midyear through interviews, every resident and preceptor I met was welcoming, genuine, and truly invested in helping others succeed. I knew NYP would challenge me while providing mentorship and support to help me grow into a confident clinical pharmacist and am excited for everything this residency has to offer.
Nicole (Yoo Jin) Park, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
Northeastern University
Clinical Interests: Critical Care, Ambulatory Care
Hometown: Irvine, CA
Research Project: Epoprostenol vs Heparin for Regional AC in CRRT
Bio: I grew up in Irvine, CA and attended pharmacy school at Northeastern University. I fell in love with the east coast during my time in college, and as much as California and Boston hold such a special place in my heart, I am so excited to be here in New York and experience all that this city has to offer!
Why NYP? : I chose to pursue my residency at NewYork-Presbyterian because of its unique multi-site rotation opportunities, strong commitment to teaching and mentorship, and its people. Since my very first interactions with residents and preceptors, everyone has been so genuine and welcoming. It quickly became clear that this was a place that would not only challenge me but support my growth as a pharmacist. I was especially drawn to the opportunity to train across multiple campuses and academic medical centers, where I could care for diverse patient populations, broaden my perspective, and develop the skills needed to provide compassionate care to every patient I serve. Overall, NYP stood out to me as a program where I could build a strong foundation while continuing to grow both professionally and personally.
Shayla Ta, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
The Ohio State University
Clinical Interests: Infectious Diseases, Emergency Medicine, Academia
Hometown: Westerville, OH
Research Project: Real-world outcomes of eravacycline use for treatment of gram-positive and gram-negative infections
Bio: I was born and raised in Westerville, Ohio, just outside of Columbus, and spent seven wonderful years at The Ohio State University (Go Bucks!) completing both my undergraduate and pharmacy education. When I’m not at the hospital, I love catching up with friends, hitting the gym, and trying my way through New York City’s endless food spots while taking in the skyline.
Why NYP? : I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because it offers the opportunity to train within a large academic medical center while rotating across Columbia, Weill Cornell, and Brooklyn Methodist. The unique experiences and diverse patient populations at each campus will allow me to develop as a well-rounded clinician while caring for patients with a wide range of complex medical needs. As someone with a long-term interest in academia, I was also drawn to NYP’s strong culture of teaching and the opportunity to learn alongside and work with pharmacy students. I knew NYP would provide the ideal environment to grow both clinically and as a future clinician-educator.
Kaiser Van De Loo, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Clinical Interests: Critical Care and Emergency Medicine
Hometown: Menasha, WI
Research Project: Real-world outcomes of eravacycline use for treatment of gram-positive and gram-negative infections
Bio: I grew up in Menasha, Wisconsin, and completed my PharmD at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy working out, traveling, watching the Yankees, and exploring new restaurants and neighborhoods throughout the city. I am excited to continue growing both personally and professionally during my residency at NewYork-Presbyterian!
Why NYP? : I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because I wanted to train at an institution that sets the standard for excellence in patient care. Its unique affiliation with Columbia and Weill Cornell provides an unparalleled environment for clinical practice, research, and education. What resonated with me most was NYP's commitment to providing the very best care, not simply striving to improve, but holding itself to the highest possible standard. I wanted to be part of an organization with that level of ambition while developing into the best clinical pharmacist I can be.
Ryan Weaver, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Clinical Interests: Emergency Medicine, Oncology
Hometown: Timberville, VA
Research Project: Time to Corticosteroids in Patients with Septic Shock
Bio: I grew up in a small town in Virginia and moved to Richmond for undergraduate and stayed through pharmacy school at VCU. I have a lot of love for Richmond but I am also very excited to experience living in NYC for the first time!
Why NYP? : It was clear from the first open house I attended that NYP was an institution that was incredibly supportive of their residents. I was drawn to the fact that this program enables me to learn at different hospitals that serve diverse patient populations across the city. Between the sense of community and strong learning opportunities from accomplished preceptors, my decision was easy!
PGY2 Residents
PGY2 Ambulatory Care
Stephanie Ashkuri, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
Midwestern University - Glendale
Clinical Interests: Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Research Project: Pharmacist-Led Postpartum Hypertension Management with RPM.
Bio: I'm originally from Arizona, where I completed both my undergraduate degree and pharmacy school. Before pharmacy school, I worked in special education at an elementary school in Phoenix, but I always knew I wanted to build a career as a clinical pharmacist. I was fortunate to match with NewYork-Presbyterian for my PGY1 and make the move to New York City. Ambulatory care was a strong interest of mine throughout pharmacy school, so I'm thrilled to be continuing my PGY2 with such a well-established ambulatory care program. Outside of work, I love exploring the city, doing Pilates, walking my dog in Central Park, and trying new restaurants!
Why NYP? : I chose NYP for a few reasons. First, the preceptors and staff I met at Midyear and during interviews were genuinely warm and supportive, and I knew it would be easy to find mentors and role models here. I was also drawn to the strength of NYP's ambulatory care clinics and the diverse patient populations served across its hospitals throughout the boroughs.
Michelle Lam, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
Northeastern University
Clinical Interests: Primary Care, Endocrinology, Solid Organ Transplant
Hometown: Poughkeepsie, NY
Research Project: Evaluation of a Centralized Pharmacy RPM Program
Bio: I grew up in upstate New York and went to pharmacy school in Boston. As much as I love Boston, I'm excited to be back home in New York (where I'm not afraid to wear my Yankees hat). In my spare time I enjoy trying new cafes/restaurants, going to work out classes, and reading!
Why NYP? : I chose to continue my residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian because of the opportunity to train under highly skilled clinical pharmacists and rotate at various clinical sites with a diverse patient population. NYP also has many different ambulatory care clinics with CDTM agreements in a wide range of disease states that would allow me to grow my clinical expertise. Additionally, it was very apparent to me how much the program values and supports their residents which was an important factor to me. I'm looking forward to this upcoming year with a great group of preceptors and co-residents, and all of the experiences that I will gain!
PGY2 Critical Care
Braidon Lape, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Pharmacy Education
University of Pittsburgh
Clinical Interests: Medical Intensive Care, Emergency Medicine
Hometown: Johnstown, PA
Research Project: Pharmacist-Led Postpartum Hypertension Management with RPM.
Bio: I was born in raised in PA and moved to NY for residency. I have been so excited to explore the city and enjoy all the delicious food. I can't wait to continue my time with NYP!
Why NYP? : I chose NYP for a few reasons. First, the number of different sites and types of ICUs presented a stellar opportunity to broaden my understanding of the field. I also really enjoy the chance to staff in an emergency department to keep me well-prepared for the worst case scenarios. Lastly, I felt that the preceptors really cared about shaping their residents into wonderful practitioners in a supportive and caring manner.
Ethan Nguyen, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Pharmacy Education
Idaho State University
Clinical Interests: Surgical Intensive Care, Medical Intensive Care, Cardiac Intensive Care
Hometown: Anchorage, Alaska
Research Project: Comparison of methylene blue vs. angiotensin II (vs. hydroxocobalamin) for treatment of post-cardiac surgery vasoplegia
Bio: I was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska (Yes, the one you're thinking of) and did my undergrad at the University of Alaska Anchorage. I then went to pharmacy school at Idaho State University. In my free time I enjoy rock climbing and the outdoors.
Why NYP? : I chose NewYork-Presbyterian for my PGY-2 due to the variety of critical care settings that I will be able to experience. This coupled with the diverse patient population is what drew me to NewYork-Presbyterian.
PGY2 Emergency Medicine
Haley Snodgrass, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
University of Illinois Chicago
Clinical Interests: Trauma, Resuscitation, Toxicology
Hometown: Byron, IL
Research Project: Comparison of Bolus-Dose Vasopressor (Epinephrine vs. Phenylephrine) Utilization to Manage Peri-Intubation Hypotension in the Emergency Department
Bio: I grew up in Byron, IL and attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Go Illini!), where I earned my undergraduate degree in Chemistry. I later moved to Chicago to complete my PharmD at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). In my free time, I love exploring new parts of NYC, reading, trying new food spots, and taking my puppies on walks through Central Park.
Why NYP? : I chose NewYork-Presbyterian for its unique multi-site rotation opportunities and the chance to care for diverse patient populations across our emergency departments in New York City. With its different campus affiliations, NYP offers an outstanding academic community and comprehensive training environment. During my PGY1 here, I was impressed by the genuine warmth and support shown to me by my colleagues, and the bond I made with my co-residents and preceptors made it an easy decision to stay on for my PGY2 year.
PGY2 Infectious Diseases
Ifra Khan, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NYU Langone Health
Pharmacy Education
Long Island University Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Transplant ID, Antimicrobial stewardship
Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Research Project: Comparative effectiveness of ertapenem 500mg daily vs 1g every 48 hours
Bio: I grew up in Brooklyn and stayed close to home for pharmacy school, earning my PharmD from Long Island University in Downtown Brooklyn. I'm excited to continue my training in New York. In my spare time, I enjoy watching sitcoms, spending time with friends and family, trying new coffee or dessert spots, and staying active.
Why NYP? : I chose NYP because I felt it was the best place to grow as an infectious diseases pharmacist. The large academic medical center environment offers exposure to a wide variety of complex ID cases and a diverse patient population, providing countless opportunities to learn. During my interview experience, I was also drawn to the supportive and dedicated preceptors, as well as the strong sense of camaraderie among the pharmacy team. I knew it would be an environment that would both challenge me and help me develop into a confident ID pharmacist.
PGY2 Informatics
Julianne Anderson, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
Montefiore Medical Center
Pharmacy Education
University of South Carolina
Clinical Interests: Clinical decision support and Beacon
Hometown: Smithtown, NY
Research Project: Implementation of order set and cumulative dose range controls for high risk medications
Bio: I grew up on Long Island and went to the University of South Carolina for undergraduate and pharmacy school. Throughout pharmacy school, I developed a passion for medication safety and liked the way that informatics could be used to improve the medication use system. I got my master's in health IT and decided to come back to NY for residency. In my free time, I enjoy reading, going for walks, and exploring the city!
Why NYP? : I chose NYP because of the large informatics team with many exciting projects!
PGY2 Oncology
Sophia Paxos, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
Long Island University
Clinical Interests: Hematologic malignancies, survivorship, preceptorship
Hometown: Astoria, NY
Research Project: Comparison of plerixafor and motixafortide for stem cell mobilization in multiple myeloma
Bio: I grew up in Queens and decided to stay in NYC for my six-year PharmD at Long Island University in Brooklyn. After graduating, I completed my PGY-1 pharmacy residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian and remained at the institution on for my PGY2 Oncology training. In my free time, you can either find me hunting down a new spot for a sweet treat or looking for a recipe to make my own.
Why NYP? : My journey at NYP has evolved from intern and longitudinal APPE student to now a resident. Throughout my time at NYP, I have not only grown clinically through the strong, innovative oncology program, but also as a person. The supportive workplace culture at NYP is truly special and is the perfect place to grow as a future clinical specialist. I’m excited to further my training while continuing to serve the city I was born and raised in.
Emily Sun, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
St. John's University
Clinical Interests: Hematology/oncology, Transplant-oncology, Infectious diseases
Hometown: Astoria, NY
Research Project: Evaluating the impact of various dosing weights of post-transplant cyclophosphamide on graft-versus-host-disease outcomes
Bio: I grew up in Queens, NY and completed a six-year pharmacy program at St. John's. In my free time, I enjoy baking, crocheting, and playing with my dog. I am excited to complete my post-graduate training close to home, surrounded by my family and friends.
Why NYP? : I chose to pursue my residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital because I wanted to train at an academic medical center that values teaching and learning. At NYP, I have the opportunity to learn from and care for a diverse patient population across multiple campuses while learning from experts in a wide range of specialties. My interactions with the RPD, preceptors, and pharmacy residents highlighted the supportive and welcoming nature of this program which further drew me towards NYP. I am excited to complete my post-graduate training in oncology here!
PGY2 Pediatrics
Lynn Nguyen, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
University of California, San Francisco
Clinical Interests: Neonatal Critical Care, Pediatric Critical Care
Hometown: Sanford, NC
Research Project: Comparison of plerixafor and motixafortide for stem cell mobilization in multiple myeloma
Bio: I grew up in Sanford, North Carolina and completed my PharmD at UCSF's School of Pharmacy. After completing my PGY-1 at NYP, I'm excited to stay at this institution and learn more from the amazing pediatric clinical pharmacy team! In my free time, I love to go to the gym, do pilates, walk my dogs at the park, and find new AYCE restaurants to try out!
Why NYP? : I chose NewYork-Presbyterian for my PGY-2 residency because of its unique combination of supportive preceptors, diverse patient population, and expansive learning opportunities across the campuses. Here, the pediatric preceptors are deeply invested in resident growth and create an environment that encourages both independence and support.
PGY2 Psychiatry
Catherine Bishop, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
University of South Carolina
Clinical Interests: Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine
Hometown: West Point, Virginia
Research Project: Comparing outcomes for patients discharged on Q1-month vs. Q2-month Uzedy
Bio: I grew up in the small town of West Point, Virginia, before moving to South Carolina for undergraduate studies and remaining there through pharmacy school. Both states hold a special place in my heart, but I'm thrilled to continue my journey in New York City! Having completed my PGY1 here, I couldn't imagine a better place to pursue my PGY2. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, trying out fancy dinner spots, needlepointing, and throwing the ball for my dog, Lemon!
Why NYP? : From the moment I attended the first open house for PGY1 recruitment, my decision felt clear. The warm welcome I received from current residents and preceptors left a lasting impression. I knew this was a place where I would be challenged, supported, encouraged, and pushed to become a great pharmacist. It was during my PGY1 psychiatry rotation that everything clicked, solidifying my decision to pursue a PGY2 here. The mentorship, clinical exposure, and sense of community I experienced made continuing my training an easy choice.
PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant
Geraldine Ciaccio, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
St. John's University
Clinical Interests: Antibody-mediated rejection, immunosuppression pharmacokinetics
Hometown: Middle Village, NY
Research Project: Comparing outcomes for patients discharged on Q1-month vs. Q2-month Uzedy
Bio: I was born and raised in Queens, NY and completed my pharmacy education at St. John's University (also in Queens!). Despite being a native New Yorker, I am truly a tourist in my own city. I enjoy trying new restaurants and going to concerts at different venues throughout the city!
Why NYP? : My journey with NewYork-Presbyterian began as an intern in the IV Room Pharmacy at Weill Cornell, where I immediately felt both supported and challenged. I also had the privilege of being an APPE student in NYP's APPE bundle program, which exposed me to clinical pharmacy in a variety of specialties. NYP offers extensive opportunities to work with, and learn from, world-class medical teams in caring for diverse patient populations at multiple large medical centers across the city. Throughout my time at NYP, I have appreciated the sense of community among its dedicated pharmacists, residents, and interns. I am very grateful to advance my career at NYP as a resident and continue to gain valuable experience. The opportunities are endless!