We are excited about your interest in the GBMC Pharmacy Residency PGY1 Program. Our program is recognized and accredited by American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
GBMC Department of Pharmacy
Department of Pharmacy Services demonstrates patient-centered care through inpatient and outpatient clinical services. The pharmacy team is comprised of pharmacy leadership team, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy residents, certified pharmacy technicians, pharmacy assistants, and administrative staff. The Department of Pharmacy Services is committed to continuous process improvement and a culture of safety.
The inpatient pharmacy provides centralized and decentralized pharmacy services that integrates directly with multi-disciplinary teams including but not limited to medication therapy dosing and monitoring, transitions of care, and antimicrobial stewardship.
The outpatient pharmacy services include Specialty Pharmacy, Outpatient Pharmacy, Anticoagulation clinic, and Internal Medicine clinic.
Mission
To provide patient-centered pharmacy services that promote evidence-based, safe, and cost-effective pharmacotherapy for every patient every visit.
Yuliya Klopouh, PharmD, MH
Vice President of Pharmacy Services
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Our pharmacy department and residency program follow the mission and vision of the GBMC Organization for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. At GBMC HealthCare, we are committed to a vision of providing every patient, every time with the care we would want for our own loved ones, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, age, ability, gender identity or expression, demographic, economic position or religion. We pride ourselves on being a continuous learning organization, and that applies to our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. We foster a strong, diverse workforce that feels included and respected which will get GBMC closer to our mission of health equity for all.
PGY1 Residency Program Purpose:
TThe GBMC PGY1 residency builds on the Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) education to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists. Upon completion of the GBMC PGY1 Residency program, pharmacists will be well equipped with applying clinical pharmacotherapy knowledge in disease state management, eligible for board certification, and for PGY2 pharmacy residency training.
"I Love the Challenge"
Meet Clinical Pharmacist, Lucy Lee. Lucy talks about and what motivated her to pursue a career as a pharmacist and her experience here at GBMC.
Meet Our Faculty
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Julia West, PharmD, BCPS
Director of Inpatient Pharmacy
Post-Graduate Year One Program Director
Preceptor for Pharmacy Practice Management – Admin and Pharmacy Informatics rotations
Dr. Julia West is the Director of Inpatient Pharmacy at GBMC. After completing her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy in 2001, she provided pharmacy care to patients at Chester River Health hospital (currently known as University of Maryland Shore Medical Center). In 2010, she joined GBMC, where she held multiple lead roles in the department of pharmacy, including Pharmacy Informatics Coordinator position and successfully managed many operational projects and implementations. Dr. West has obtained her Master of Business Administration degree (MBA) from the University of Baltimore in 2022 and invests time to ensure PGY1 pharmacy residents understand the background work and knowledge that it takes to run a department from not only clinical, but also business and personnel management standpoint. Outside of work, Dr. West is an avid traveler, and takes every opportunity to learn about different cultures, support education and diversity.
Kim Ngan Tran, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP
Clinical Pharmacy Manager
Post-Graduate Year One Program Coordinator
Preceptor for Research and Teaching longitudinal rotations
Dr. Kim Ngan Tran is the Clinical Pharmacy Manager at GBMC. She earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from Wingate University in 2014. After graduation, she completed a PGY1 residency program at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, MD. She practiced as critical care pharmacist before joining GBMC in 2021. At GBMC, she manages the hospital formulary and works collaboratively with other healthcare providers to optimize policies, treatment protocols and guidelines for better patient care. She has a great passion for teaching and has been an Adjunct Clinical Faculty at University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family and traveling to beautiful places.
Dominick Memoli, PharmD, BCCCP, MBA
Pharmacy Operations Manager
Preceptor for Pharmacy Practice Management – Admin rotation
Dr. Dominick Memoli is the Pharmacy Operations Manager at GBMC. He earned his Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 2010. After graduation he was a manager at a Costco Pharmacy then went on to do a PGY1/PGY2 Health Systems Administration Residency at University of Maryland Medical Center while earning his MBA. He started a transitions of care pharmacy position at Ascension St. Agnes after his residency. During his education and residency, he was originally interested in critical care pharmacy and due to the COVID crisis was asked to be an ICU pharmacist where he was for 2 years before joining GBMC in March 2022. Outside of work, he enjoys weightlifting, movies, and spending time with his wife and kids.
Jenora L. Parker, BS, PharmD
Manager of Specialty and Outpatient Pharmacy
Services Preceptor for Clinical Specialty and Outpatient Services Pharmacy elective rotation
Dr. Jenora L. Parker received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Chemistry from Morgan State University in 2001 and her Doctorate of Pharmaceutical Science, PharmD, degree from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy-Baltimore in 2005. She has an extensive background in community, specialty, oncology, and outpatient pharmacy practice. She also serves as adjunct professor for the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy-Baltimore, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy-Eastern Shore, and Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy. During her tenure at Greater Baltimore Medical Center, she has been the principal project manager in the opening of the Sandra and Malcom Berman Cancer Institute Oncology Dispensary and the Greater Baltimore Medical Center Specialty and Outpatient Pharmacy at the new Friedman Building. In addition, she has a passion for community outreach, serving underserved populations, and removing barriers of access to medication delivery. When time permits, she enjoys coaching basketball, singing, watching Wes Anderson movies, and spending valuable time with family.
Perry Shafner, PharmD
Medication Safety Officer
Preceptor for Medication Safety and Advanced Medication Safety rotations
Dr. Perry Shafner is the Medication Safety Officer at GBMC. After earning a Master of Arts degree in Talmudic Law, he went on to earn a Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. He is enthusiastic about medication safety, process redesign, and informatics. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and studying Talmud.
Naaseha Rizvi, PharmD
Lead Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist
Post-Graduate Year One Program Coordinator
Preceptor for Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship, Advanced Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship rotations
Dr. Naaseha Rizvi is the Lead Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist at GBMC. She earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy in 2014. After graduation, she completed her PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore, MD followed by her PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, kids and family.
Robert Nathan, PharmD, BCPS
Lead Clinical Specialist Pharmacist
Preceptor for Internal Medicine II and Clinical and Operational Longitudinal rotations
Dr. Robert Nathan is the Lead Clinical Specialist Pharmacist at GBMC. He earned his Doctorate of Pharmacy degree at Northeastern University School of Pharmacy in Boston, MA. After graduation, he completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, California. He practiced as an internal medicine and antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist in Boston for 5 years prior to joining GBMC in 2023. Outside of work, he enjoys triathlons, playing soccer and traveling.
Yu Kai Tang, PharmD
Lead Operations Pharmacist
Preceptor for Internal Medicine I and Clinical and Operational Longitudinal rotations
Dr. Yu Kai Tang is a lead operations pharmacist at Greater Baltimore Medical Center since 2021. He completed his Doctor of Pharmacy Degree at the Rutgers in 2017. He is interested in emergency department and critical care. He is an avid outdoorsman. While loving being out in nature, he likes to spend his time in woodworking studio or taking photos.
Josette Siek, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist – Anticoagulation Clinic, Transitions of Care, Internal Medicine Clinic
Josette Siek, PharmD
Preceptor for Anticoagulation Clinic staffing
Dr. Josette Siek earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University in 2018. Prior to being a clinical pharmacist at GBMC, she has worked as a Pharmacy Manager with Walgreens Pharmacy, a Pharmacist in Charge at Partners Pharmacy – Long Term Care Pharmacy, and a clinical pharmacist at Carroll Hospital Center. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing with her dog, and traveling.
Lucy Gin, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
Preceptor for Critical Care rotation and Anticoagulation Clinic staffing
Dr. Lucy Gin is a clinical pharmacist at Greater Baltimore Medical Center since 2014. She completed her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy in 2014 and then completed her Masters of Science in Biotechnology – Regulatory Affairs degree at the University of Maryland University College in 2016. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family as a daughter, wife, mom, and as a dog mom. Dr. Gin has a passion for fashion, makeup, volleyball, and imported cars.
Quynh Nhu Ha, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
Preceptor for Internal Medicine I
Dr. Quynh Ha earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University in 2018. Upon completing her PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Sinai Hospital, she joined GBMC as a clinical pharmacist where she rotates through various clinical areas, including critical care, anticoagulation clinic, and internal medicine. Her professional interest areas include critical care, emergency medicine, and infectious disease.
Sania Ali, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist – Transitions of Care
Dr. Sania Ali is the Transitions of Care Clinical Pharmacist at GBMC and earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. After graduation, she completed a PGY1 residency at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Her professional interests include transitions of care, emergency medicine and academia. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city and spending time with her family.
Our Current Residents
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Ashley Holloway, PharmD
PGY1 Pharmacy Resident
Pharmacy school: Medical University of South Carolina
Clinical Interests: Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
Hobbies: Yoga, Running/Going on Walks, Reading, Pickleball, Surfing, Golfing
Ashley grew up in Bel Air, Maryland and attended Salisbury University for her undergraduate degree in Chemistry. She then attended the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC, where she obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 2024. With Ashley's professional interests in internal medicine and geriatrics, Ashley hopes to become an inpatient clinical pharmacist while working with the geriatric population.
About Baltimore and Surrounding Area
GBMC HealthCare is located in Towson, Maryland and serves patients in the Baltimore metropolitan area. Baltimore, Maryland, home to Edgar Allan Poe and Babe Ruth, is a just a short drive from GBMC HealthCare’s campus and is home to many historical sites including Fort McHenry, Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, the B&O Railroad, the Inner Harbor, The National Aquarium, and more. With both M&T Bank Stadium, home field of the Baltimore Ravens and Oriole Park at Camden Yards, home field of the Baltimore Orioles, located just steps from each other, catching a game is a breeze. Baltimore is within driving distance of beaches and many urban areas including Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York.
