Current Residents
PGY1 Pharmacy Residents
PGY1
Victoria Freniere, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
Western New England University
Clinical Interests: Pediatrics, Cardiology
Hometown: Ludlow, Massachusetts
Bio: Although Boston is my home city, I am beyond excited to have this opportunity to live in NYC during my residency and experience all the city has to offer. My hobbies include running, soccer, eating out, and traveling, and I am super grateful for my residency class since we explore different parts of the city as a group!
Research Project: Clinical Anticoagulation Stability of Pediatric Ventricular Assist Device Recipients Anticoagulated With Bivalirudin Compared to Heparin
Why NYP? I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because this program had a wide range of clinical rotations within the program and would challenge me to practice at the top of my license. With an extensive list of rotation experiences to choose from, I am better able to tailor my residency experience to best fit my interests and help me narrow down future career opportunities. Additionally, having the opportunity to train at two large medical centers allows residents to interact with a variety of patient populations and disease states, which will help residents develop their clinical expertise to expand to treat an array of different populations. Also, NYP contains an extraordinary group of preceptors who are very dedicated to the residents and their learning experiences. They provide a large network outside of the hospital, which residents can utilize for future job opportunities. Lastly, with NYP located in New York City, I am able to take this year to explore a phenomenal city filled with so many difference people and experiences, and with a good group of co-residents, I have created some wonderful connections along the way that I hope will stick with me no matter where we end up.
David Sabatino, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of Rhode Island
Clinical Interests: Oncology, Transplant, Academia
Hometown: Massapequa, NY
Bio: My hobbies include traveling, golfing, running and cheering on my NY sport teams (Mets, Jets, Knicks), and trying new breweries.
Research Project: Assessing the association between posaconazole trough concentrations and tolerability
Why NYP? NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital offers everything I looked for in a program and much more. From the multitude of clinical experiences, research opportunities, and interdisciplinary collaboration I knew would be consistently challenged and pushed out of my comfort zones. Within every experience, I have the opportunity to work with some of the best pharmacy preceptors and medical teams that healthcare has to offer. The NYP support system, ranging from senior leadership, preceptors, pharmacy staff, and co-residents, foster the growth and development of each and every resident that comes through this program.
Maria Sedky Saad, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Clinical Interests: Pediatrics, Transplant, Critical Care, Academia, Antimicrobial Stewardship
Hometown: Maywood, NJ
Bio: I am from a very small town in NJ and grew up obsessing over NYC. I dedicate my free time to my friends, family, playing soccer and most importantly- foodie adventures.
Research Project: Mycophenolate Dosing Strategy and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Relationship to Outcomes in Pediatric Solid Organ Transplant Recipients
Why NYP? I was very fortunate to be a pharmacy intern at Weill Cornell Medical Center for almost 3 years as well as complete several student rotations at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. This allowed me to experience the excellence that NYP entails firsthand. The diversity, extensive opportunities, culture and continuous support from the preceptors is truly unmatched. I knew that NYP would challenge me outside of my comfort zone while providing the resources to ensure my success as a new clinician. Ultimately, I chose NYP because of the commitment to training, education and professional development. I am grateful to be a part of the NYP family!
Milly Zhao, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of California, San Francisco School of Pharmacy
Clinical Interests: Hematology/Oncology, Ambulatory care
Hometown: Clarksville, MD
Bio: I love traveling, exploring the city, arts-n-crafts, hiking, volleyball, reading and of course cooking!
Research Project: Valganciclovir Dosing for CMV Prophylaxis in High-risk Kidney Transplant Recipients
Why NYP? I chose to complete my PGY1 residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital because of the unique opportunity to train among the country’s top clinicians and to care for a diverse patient population across two academic medical centers, Weill Cornell Medical Center and Columbia University Irving Medical Center. With a wide variety of both clinical and administrative rotations to choose from and the caliber of preceptors, I knew this program would challenge and help me become a well-rounded pharmacist. Lastly, I chose NYP because of the strong sense of community I felt when I interviewed here. We have numerous layers of support from our RPD, co-residents, mentor, advisor, the preceptors, and many others. The preceptors are highly invested in their residents, not only in regards to their professional growth and success, but also overall wellbeing and happiness.
PGY1 Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership (HSPAL)
Colton Dabney, PharmD
Pharmacy Education
University of Arizona
Clinical Interests: Waste reduction and improving cost effectiveness/efficiency of the pharmacy distribution model.
Hometown: Longmont, CO
Bio: I attended the University of Arizona for both my undergrad and pharmacy degrees, and have since made my move to New York City. My interests outside of pharmacy include mostly health oriented activities and pursuits. I love going to the gym and being outside and exploring the city. In Arizona I often went hiking or explored the outdoors, which I still try to do here in NYC, though it looks a little different. I also spend some of my free time playing videos games and hanging out with my friends virtually.
Research Project: Impact of SKU Reduction for Cost Reduction and Space Optimization
Why NYP? The program at NYP is unique in both structure and experiences offered. The ability to practice at two world-renowned academic medical centers, while also getting practice management experience from a top tier health system provides tangible benefits over some of the best programs in the country. In my position specifically, I am also able to pursue a Master's Degree in Health Administration from Columbia University. All of the opportunities offered, along with the chance to explore NYC, provides an experienced that is too good to pass up.
PGY2 Pharmacy Residents
PGY2 Critical Care
Atul Dilawri, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
Cleveland Clinic
Pharmacy Education
University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Clinical Interests: Coagulopathies, mechanical circulatory support, shock syndromes
Hometown: Queens, NY
Bio: Born and raised in Queens and a home grown Yankees fan! During my free time, I enjoy spending my time with family and friends, traveling, cooking, and rooting on my NYC sports teams!
Research Project: Survey of antimicrobial dosing in adult patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ECMO
Why NYP? As one of the nation’s leading healthcare system, I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because of the opportunity to care for diverse patient populations and to work with top clinicians in the nation who will further advance my clinical training and practice to the highest degree. Undeniably, the level of commitment and support provided by the preceptors to each and every resident creates an amiable learning environment allowing for professional and personal growth.
Elizabeth Langenstroer, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital
Pharmacy Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Clinical Interests: Anticoagulation, mechanical circulatory devices, surgical ICU, emergency medicine, trauma
Hometown: Delafield, WI
Bio: I am originally from Wisconsin so moving to NYC is a very exciting and new experience. In my free time I enjoy training for upcoming endurance races (triathlons and marathons), trying new restaurants in the city, and spending time with friends.
Research Project: Comparison of sedation requirements in patients with COVID-19 ARDS on ECMO versus patients with non-COVID-19 ARDS on ECMO
Why NYP? I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because of the innovative medical care and high acuity of patients. There are diverse opportunities available through the multiple ICUs that will provide me with a well-rounded critical care experience and the preceptors are dedicated to providing an individualized learning environment. It also gave me the opportunity to explore pharmacy in a different part of the country.
PGY2 Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership
Dominika Krynicka, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
Medical College of Wisconsin
Clinical Interests: Ambulatory Care, Population Health, Strategic Management
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Bio: I grew up in Wisconsin, home of beer, cheese and the Badgers (Go Bucky!). In my free time, I enjoy going to music concerts and Broadway shows, along with eating my way through New York City!
Research Project: Standardization of Repackaging Workflow Across a Hospital Enterprise
Why NYP? NewYork-Presbyterian is one of the nation’s top hospital systems and home to two academic medical centers, Weill Cornell Medical Center and Columbia University Medical Center. This vast hospital enterprise provides a large variety of both clinical and administrative rotations, all of which can be tailored to the resident’s interests and goals. Ultimately, I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because of the caliber of preceptors and their undeniable commitment to pharmacy training, along with the opportunity to obtain my Master in Healthcare Administration degree from the Mailman School of Public health at Columbia University.
PGY2 Hematology/Oncology
Mallory Norman, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
University of Connecticut
Clinical Interests: Hematologic malignancies, Palliative care, Academia
Hometown: East Windsor, CT
Bio: I love traveling, exploring new cities, running, attempting to cook, spending time with friends and family
Research: GCSF use in myeloid malignancies: a cross-campus comparison
Why NYP? I chose to continue my training in oncology at NYP based on the positive, supportive interactions I had with preceptors during my PGY1 year and the unique and exciting opportunities offered here in the field of oncology. The oncology program here provides a well-rounded experience across a variety of therapeutic areas, all within a positive, supportive learning environment. The preceptors here are truly dedicated to the success of their residents, and have been invested in my personal and professional growth towards becoming a clinical specialist. Additionally, the oncology population treated here is incredibly diverse, across a wide range of malignancies and backgrounds, and I knew having the opportunity to care for these patients alongside experienced cancer specialists would enhance my skillset as a clinician. Between the family I have found in NYP and all of the experiences life in NYC has to offer, it was clear that this was the right program for me.
Chandni Patel, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
Rutgers University
Clinical Interests: Hematologic malignancies, Ambulatory Care
Hometown: Piscataway, NJ
Bio: In my free time, I love to hike, travel, and spend time with my friends and family.
Research: Evaluation of Pre-BMT Rituximab for EBV/PTLD Prophylaxis in Campath Recipients
Why NYP? I chose to continue my residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian because this program provides a unique experience to train among some of the top clinicians in the nation. The supportive and dedicated preceptors, as well as the well-rounded clinical rotation experiences offered at NYP make it a great place to learn and grow. The learning environment is both challenging and supportive with preceptors that are truly invested in my growth as a clinical pharmacist.
PGY2 Infectious Diseases
Sara Lee, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pharmacy Education
Temple University
Clinical Interests: Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics, Antimicrobial stewardship
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Bio: Although I will always be a Philly girl at heart, I love being in NYC and exploring new neighborhoods. I love traveling and a good happy hour.
Research: Clinical Impact of Rapid Diagnostics and Early Antifungal De-escalation in Patients with Azole-susceptible Candidemia
Why NYP? My decision to continue my training at NYPH was largely driven by my experiences as a PGY1 resident. Not only was I continuously challenged to develop the framework needed to help me become a well-rounded clinician, but it was perfectly balanced with a large network of preceptors dedicated to my personal and professional development. Also, as an aspiring infectious diseases clinical specialist, I knew I wanted to continue my training at an institution that employs a multidisciplinary approach to managing complex patients across two diverse patient populations. Lastly, as the management of infectious diseases often sits on a spectrum of grey, the ability to train under the guidance of our ID preceptors that offer differing practice styles is essential. Along with their clinical expertise, the sense of camaraderie I feel when working alongside my mentors is unmatched and drives my commitment to provide excellent patient care.
PGY2 Internal Medicine
Krysta Shannon, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
UMass Memorial Medical Center
Pharmacy Education
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Clinical Interests: Academia, Diabetes, Infectious Diseases
Hometown: Chenango Forks, NY
Bio: I grew up in Upstate New York but was always drawn to NYC because of the endless food and culture. In my free time, I enjoy baking, grabbing brunch with friends, and spending time with my two cats.
Research: The impact of social determinants of health on time to antibiotics in the emergency department
Why NYP? I chose NewYork-Presbyterian because the environment is centered around providing exceptional care by channeling the expertise of each member of the interdisciplinary team. NYP is unique in that residents have the opportunity to rotate at different hospitals within the health system and care for diverse patient populations. All of the pharmacists here practice at the top of their license and encourage residents to do the same. The support from preceptors at NYP unmatched, and from the start, my preceptors devoted extra time to understanding my interests and tailoring my learning experiences to help me achieve my career goals.
PGY2 Solid Organ Transplant
Giovanna Codispodo, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
North Shore University Hospital
Pharmacy Education
University of Rhode Island
Clinical Interests: Liver, kidney and pancreas transplant
Hometown: Massapequa, NY
Bio: I grew up on Long Island and completed by pharmacy education at The University of Rhode Island. After college, I moved back to Long Island to complete my PGY1. My hobbies include reading, going to concerts, eating spicy foods, and I recently have been loving hot yoga!
Research: Practice differences and outcomes among solid organ transplant recipients with detectable but unquantifiable CMV PCRs
Why NYP? Being a resident at NewYork-Presbyterian has been a dream of mine since finding my passion for solid organ transplant. This hospital system allows for such a robust, well-rounded residency experience, where you have the opportunity to train with some of the best clinical pharmacists in their field. NYP creates an environment that is supportive, education-centered and tailored to your goals as a resident. I knew choosing NYP would give me the tools to succeed as a transplant clinical pharmacist in any job setting.