Baycare Residents

Akereya Wilson
PGY2 – Health System Pharmacy Administration

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I aspire to be a well-rounded clinical pharmacist and leader capable of overseeing operations and services across the entire medication use process. Without a doubt, the training provided through an HSPAL focused residency will unequivocally equip me with the clinical knowledge and expertise necessary to succeed in various leadership capacities throughout my pharmacy career. As a healthcare provider, I am committed to lifelong learning in order to continuously provide my patients with compassionate, innovative, and evidence-based care. My decision to complete a residency is proof of this commitment.

Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
Upon researching the program, attending the informational sessions, and speaking with current and past residents, it became apparent that BayCare’s mission to provide a gold standard of compassionate care was more than just words. At St Joseph’s Hospital – BayCare, I discovered that each team member’s passion for patient care was fueled by a mutually shared value – a heart for humanity. The unwavering dedication to innovation, excellent patient care, and an immersive learning environment captured me immediately, and I knew that St. Joe’s would become my new home. As a current member of the BayCare team, it is an honor and a joy to learn from exceptional leaders and clinicians who are committed to upholding the organization’s core values of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and excellence. In such an environment, both personal and professional growth are inevitable.

Anai Williams
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital South

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I pursued a PGY-1 Residency to become a multifaceted clinical pharmacist capable of providing the best care for my patients. During my residency, I will expand my clinical knowledge, grow professionally, and develop interprofessional relationships with my fellow team members. I look forward to the positive, long-lasting experiences I will gain over the next year and the impact they will have in reaching my career goals.

Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital – South at BayCare?
I knew St. Joseph’s Hospital-South and BayCare would be a place where I can flourish after speaking with preceptors and past residents. There is a welcoming culture of professional growth and development that is tailored to individual success which sets this program apart from the rest. With robust clinical rotations, this program will equip me with the knowledge and skill sets to be the best clinician I can be. I am honored to call St. Joseph’s Hospital- South my new home.

Arlet Bacallao
PGY1 - Winter Haven Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
When I started pharmacy school, I wanted to experience different fields of pharmacy to help me decide what I wanted to do after graduation. It was during IPPEs and APPEs rotations, that I realized I wanted to become a clinical pharmacist and be part of the interprofessional team caring for patients in an institutional setting. Therefore, I choose to complete a residency to continue my pharmacy education and training in a patient-centered institution, while acquiring substantial knowledge required for skillful problem solving. Residency provides a structured and longitudinal practice experience with multiple opportunities of self-reflection and feedback on performance, which will assist me on achieving future career goals. Completing a PGY-1 is also the first step of my career journey to further specialize in oncology, which is one of my field of interest.

Why did I choose Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare?
The pharmacy residency program at Winter Haven Hospital offers a wide variety of core rotations that will strengthen my clinical knowledge and skills to become a well-rounded candidate for a PGY-2 program or to enter the workforce as a strong and confident clinical pharmacist. My desire to apply to the program grew when I met the RPD and a current resident at my school’s residency showcase, where they both enthusiastically expressed the program’s merits and values. They expressed the preceptor’s commitment to the profession and to educating learners in a challenging, but supportive environment. I also had the opportunity to complete an APPE rotation at another BayCare hospital, where I experienced the strong reputation, compassionate care, and welcoming culture the system has to offer. It was during my interview at Winter Haven Hospital where I experienced the caring and supportive family-like environment, when I finally solidified my decision that this was the hospital I wanted to complete my residency training.

Jana Mammen
PGY1 - St. Joseph's Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
Throughout my time in pharmacy school, my experiences have shaped me into a professional clinician and leader. Completing a pharmacy residency was important to me because it would allow me to continue to grow as a clinical pharmacist. I knew it would provide me with the tools necessary to build and strengthen my clinical knowledge, grow in confidence, and sharpen my interprofessional communication skills.

Why did I choose St. Joseph’s Hospital at BayCare?
St. Joseph’s Hospital has a special place in my heart. My pharmacy journey started at St. Joseph’s Hospital as a pharmacy volunteer during my second year of undergrad which opened the opportunity for me to become a pharmacy technician and intern there. The leadership team, pharmacists, and technicians there have taught me so much and they have made me feel like family. Completing my residency at St. Joseph’s Hospital allows me to grow as a pharmacist with my family.

Kennedy Flynn
PGY1 - St. Anthony's Hospital

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to pursue a PGY1 residency to expand my clinical knowledge and to become a more confident healthcare professional. I have a strong passion for patient care and a desire to make an impact in the field of pharmacy. Completing a residency provides me with a unique opportunity to explore various areas of practice and gain a comprehensive hands-on experience. Through this residency, I aim to cultivate a strong foundation for a successful career as a clinical pharmacist and contribute to the advancement of patient-centered care.

Why did I choose St. Anthony’s Hospital at BayCare?
I chose to complete a PGY1 residency at St. Anthony’s Hospital because the program offers a variety of acute care rotations that align with my career aspirations. The many rotation options will also provide me with a well-rounded understanding of hospital practice and enable me to gain experience in multiple areas. The program’s emphasis on mentorship and collaboration ensures that I will receive guidance from experienced preceptors and have the chance to collaborate with a network of health care professionals. Most important to me, I instantly felt welcomed and valued at SAH. Residency is a challenging year and to be a part of a team filled with uplifting pharmacist who will challenge me while also supporting me through this experience will allow me to thrive as a resident.