Baycare Residents

Sebastian Alvarez
PGY2 (Amb Care) - Winter Haven Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a PGY2 residency?
I choose to complete a second year of pharmacy residency to specialize in my area of interest in Ambulatory Care. I aspire to become a Board-Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, and to have a collaborative practice agreement with primary care physicians so that I may assist in the management of chronic disease for patients. I also would like to help treat patients by increasing medication access and adherence, as well as overall health education for the patient population I will be serving. Pharmacy residency is not only the fastest way to achieve these goals, but the opportunity that will provide me with the best education and growth as I pursue them.

Why did I choose Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare?
I chose the Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Resident at Winter Haven Hospital because of what the program has to offer. Multiple rotations including my main areas of interest, endocrinology and heart failure/heart function clinic. The interview the RPD Dr. Mcdonald was reassuring that although the program will be rigorous, I will not be without support from her and my other preceptors. Also, while being a new program, the model of this program will model the Turley hospital program which also transitioned from an inpatient/ambulatory PGY-1 program to separate programs, which helped assure me that the program will be ran from professionals with experience, and that the program will reach accreditation status by the end of the year.

Shelby Brooks
PGY1 - Mease Countryside Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a pharmacy residency because I ultimately wanted to make an impact on my community. Pharmacists play a significant role as a healthcare professional in the inpatient setting, and it is my goal to ensure that my patients are being cared for with the utmost excellence to promote health and wellbeing for our community! Through a pharmacy residency, I will be able to pursue my interests in the field of pharmacy, while developing the skills necessary to be a valuable clinical pharmacist.

Why did I choose Mease Countryside Hospital at BayCare?
I chose to pursue residency at Mease Countryside Hospital, because it is in the heart of my hometown, where I developed a passion to serve this community. Additionally, as a student on rotations at Mease Countryside, I witnessed first-hand the passion that each pharmacist demonstrated in caring for their patients, in various settings throughout the hospital. I was confident that completing a residency at Mease Countryside would allow me to deepen my clinical knowledge, and to be a resource to my community.

Kristina-Teodora Sokolova
PGY1 - Morton Plant North Bay Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a pharmacy residency program because I wanted to rapidly develop advanced clinical judgement, leadership skills, and real-world experience that would shape me into a well-rounded clinician. Residency can provide the clinical, interprofessional, and operational skillset that is essential for the career that I am building.

Why did I choose Morton Plant North Bay Hospital at BayCare?
I chose Morton Plant North Bay Hospital because when I interviewed there the team felt like a family and I could see myself having a professionally fulfilling year with them. The scale of the hospital, the rotations offered, and the fact that it is part of the bigger health system of BayCare were all factors that heavily influenced my decision. North Bay is the perfect place to launch my career and learn from amazing mentors that will push me to practice at the top of my license.

Medina Ibisevic
PGY1 - St. Anthony's Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I decided to pursue a PGY1 residency to build a strong clinical foundation and further develop the skills needed to provide evidence-based and patient-centered care. I’m passionate about becoming a well-rounded clinical pharmacist who can adapt to any patient care setting and be a valuable resource to the healthcare team.

Why did I choose St. Anthony’s Hospital at BayCare?
What drew me to St. Anthony’s Hospital was the warm, welcoming environment and the genuine connections I made while interacting with the team. From the very beginning, I could tell this was a place where my growth and development would truly be prioritized. The preceptors were approachable, supportive, and invested in the success of their residents. I was also impressed by the diverse range of clinical experiences offered and the flexibility to explore my specific areas of interest. I’m confident that St. Anthony’s will provide the mentorship, support, and opportunities I need to become the clinical pharmacist I aspire to be.

Ashley Harriott
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I pursued a PGY-1 pharmacy residency to further develop my clinical knowledge, confidence, and efficiency in patient care. A residency provides comprehensive training across a variety of practice areas and exposure to unique clinical experiences, all of which prepare me to better serve diverse patient populations. This opportunity will help me grow into a well-rounded pharmacist capable of delivering high quality, patient-centered care.

Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
St. Joseph’s Hospital stood out to me as a place where I could thrive both personally and professionally. During my APPE rotations there, I experienced a culture of support, collaboration, and genuine investment in the growth of future pharmacists. The program’s diverse range of rotations align with my clinical interests and offers the opportunity to explore areas I am passionate about, while also allowing me to give back to the community I grew up in.