Winter Haven Hospital Pharmacy Residency

Omani McLish
PGY1 – Winter Haven Hospital, acute care

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency to expand my clinical knowledge base and explore the variety of opportunities hospital pharmacists have on impacting patient care. The goal of working within the interdisciplinary team to better patient outcomes is something that motivated me during pharmacy school, and residency brings me one step closer to achieving that goal. The ability to collaborate and learn from so many brilliant pharmacists and healthcare providers will serve me well in my growth as a clinician.  I am excited to delve into the multitude of rotations, developing as I gain exposure to each practice area.  I have always had a desire to better the lives of those who are the most ill, especially those who are suffering from cancer. Ultimately, upon completion of my residency, I hope to pursue a PGY-2 in oncology and become an oncology pharmacist. I am certain that completing a residency will equip me with the knowledge and skills to be a proficient member of the healthcare team.

Why did I choose Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare?
One of the biggest reasons I chose to come to Winter Haven Hospital was the welcoming environment and relationships that the members of the pharmacy department and the hospital staff share. Even from a brief interaction, you can feel the caring and tight knit community atmosphere that is fostered at this institution. During my fourth year of pharmacy school, I would often talk with many of my friends who were currently completing residency. I would ask them about their daily experiences and discuss what they enjoyed and wished they could improve about their respective programs. One of my friends who was a former resident at Winter Haven Hospital, could not help but rave about the pharmacists she worked with and how the program facilitated her growth as a clinician. Upon interviewing with this program, I could see her words were spot on. Winter Haven Hospital blends cutting edge patient care with a culture that encourages training and growth. They provide ample opportunities for residents to flourish as clinicians, providing exposure to a variety of fields while having preceptors and clinicians that are eager to educate and train. I am confident that I have found a program that will be instrumental in my development as a newly graduated pharmacist.

Jessica Wohlert
PGY1 – Winter Haven Hospital, acute care

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency because I wanted to continue to push myself to refine my clinical skills within the framework of mentorship from practicing pharmacists so that I can enter into practice as a clinical pharmacist and provide the best possible care for my patients.

Why did I choose Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare?
I chose BayCare’s Winter Haven Hospital for my residency after having had the pleasure to complete several advanced pharmacy practice rotations at this hospital during my last year of pharmacy school. I was able to experience so much personal and professional growth while working alongside pharmacists within the department, as well as other healthcare professionals, as we all worked together to care for our patients. By the end of that time, I truly felt like part of the team, and I couldn’t see myself completing a residency anywhere else.

Maithi Tran
PGY1 – Winter Haven Hospital, acute care

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to do a residency to strengthen my clinical knowledge and receive additional hands-on experience in various settings such as the emergency department and ICU to provide the best possible care for my patients. Experiencing a variety of different pharmacy services will help me become the independent, confident, and well-rounded clinical pharmacist I desire to be.

Why did I choose Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare?
I chose to do my residency at Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare because of various reasons. The main reasons were the RPD and Pharmacy Coordinator who were a breath of fresh air during ASHP Midyear. The short 10-minute conversation alone solidified my decision that they are the mentors who take my learning experience seriously. Additionally, Winter Haven Hospital offers a wide variety of clinical areas with plethora of resources that will facilitate me to grow into a well-rounded clinical pharmacist. Upon meeting their preceptors and past residents who demonstrated a healthy and diverse culture, I was convinced that this team, pharmacy program, and facility is the best fit for my professional growth.

Andy Dao
PGY1 – Winter Haven Hospital, acute care

Why did I choose to complete a residency?
I chose to complete a residency because my goal is to become a well-rounded pharmacist that my peers and patients can depend on to provide individualized patient care. Being a PGY-1 resident also provides me with opportunities to stay up-to-date with the best standards of care and be a part of changes that will impact the future of pharmacy.

Why did I choose Winter Haven Hospital at BayCare?
I chose Winter Haven Hospital because of their innovative and supportive culture. The pharmacy department at Winter Haven Hospital has established a collaborative relationship with other health departments and continuously makes efforts in optimizing patient care. From my interview, I saw that the staff at Winter Haven Hospital treated each other like family, and I knew that by coming here I would be welcomed with open arms to a positive learning environment. All in all, Winter Haven Hospital provides everything any PGY-1 resident would need to be successful.