Baycare Residents

Macy Richards
PGY1 - Morton Plant Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency because I was incredibly inspired by how well-rounded residents became upon completion of a PGY-1. I was also drawn to the vast opportunities that could come from residency training. As someone with interests in critical care, emergency medicine, oncology, teaching, and research, I felt residency was the best way to explore many of those at the same time and find an area I was passionate about. It was also important for me to have individualized training by those working in the field for several years to make sure I transitioned well into such a clinical and high stakes role.

Why did I choose Morton Plant Hospital at BayCare?
I chose to pursue my PGY-1 at Morton Plant Hospital mainly because of the culture and my experience during the interview process. All throughout the course of my interview, leading up, and after I was met with respect, timeliness, and enthusiasm. Before my interview I read great reviews online from current employees and learned during the interview about the high rate of employee retention. I asked questions surrounding resident support and instantly felt that this was a nurturing environment that would allow me to grow and learn at my pace. With critical care and neurology being my highest areas of interest, I was ecstatic to learn that Morton Plant was recognized as a comprehensive stroke center and offered a PGY-2 in critical care.

Rachel Culley
PGY1 - St. Anthony's Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency to get the most out of my career as a pharmacist. I wanted to make meaningful interventions in patients’ treatment regimens and overall experience in the healthcare space. I felt the best way to achieve this was to become a clinical pharmacist through completing a residency. Through residency, you not only build your clinical knowledge, but gain leadership and teaching experiences that will be useful during your time as a clinical pharmacist. Residency also exposes you to a wide variety of topics and cases in one year which gives you so much knowledge going into your career as a clinical pharmacist.

Why did I choose St. Anthony’s Hospital at BayCare?
One of the reasons I chose St. Anthony’s was because of the diverse rotations they offer. Many of their required rotations are topics I am interested in and believe are crucial in becoming a well-rounded pharmacist. But perhaps the more important reason I chose St. Anthony’s was because of the culture. During my interview here, I felt like I was already a part of the team. The preceptors and staff were warm, welcoming and made me feel like a fellow colleague. It is important to choose a program that will not only align with your professional goals, but a place that you can feel at home. For me, that was St. Anthony’s. Becoming a resident here has only confirmed my initial feelings and choices and has truly surpassed my expectations.

Laura Issel
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital

Milagros Salcedo
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency to continue learning and growing with the goal to become a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. My fourth-year rotations solidified my decision to pursue post-graduate training as I witnessed the impact clinical pharmacists have on patient care. Residency will expose me to various learning opportunities, which will allow me to better serve my future patients.

Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
Deciding to complete my residency at St. Joseph’s Hospital was an easy choice for me. Throughout pharmacy school I interned at another BayCare facility, which provided a welcoming, compassionate, and caring environment that allowed me to feel comfortable and grow as a person. After completing rotations at St. Joseph’s Hospital, I felt the same welcoming and team-orientated environment. St. Joseph’s Hospital provides a passionate team that is dedicated to their residents and their learning. I know I will further develop and become a dedicated clinical team member while also being fully supported by my team.

Vivian Carter
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital South

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I pursued a PGY-1 residency to build on my education and clinical skill set to become a well-rounded and capable clinical pharmacist. I have had a great love for clinical pharmacy practice since my undergraduate studies and have known since that time I would pursue residency. During my residency I look forward to learning from other pharmacists with similar interests and fostering interprofessional relationships. I am excited to see how all the experiences of this year form my future career.

Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital South at BayCare?
I was attracted to the BayCare commitment of providing compassionate quality care to the community. It was during my interview that I knew St. Joseph’s Hospital South was the place for me. The preceptors have a genuine interest in our professional growth and competency as pharmacists, tailoring our program individually to our needs. I knew immediately after speaking with the program’s coordinators that completing my residency here would provide me with the guidance and experience I need to provide the same compassionate quality care that BayCare abides to.