PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Victoria Cancelliere
Pharmacy School: University of Wisconsin - Madison
Residency Project: Ketorolac Alone for Pancreas Transplant Post-Operative Pain
Career Interests: Specialty Pharmacy, Pediatrics
Hobbies: Working out, biking, reading, traveling to visit family and friends
Why UW? UW Health has an incredible pharmacy practice model where pharmacists can practice at the top of their license. My favorite part of UW is the degree of trust placed on their pharmacists by all members of the healthcare team. Inpatient pharmacy plays an integral role in patient care team at UW and it is exciting to see the differences we make in patient care. When choosing UW, I knew it would provide me with ample learning opportunities while feeling supported by their excellent preceptors.
Contact E-mail: vcancelliere@uwhealth.org
Gabrielle Ford
Pharmacy School: University of Oklahoma
Residency Project: Development of Peds Renal Dosing Protocol
Career Interests: Emergency Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Pediatrics
Hobbies: Traveling, coffee shops, reading, re-watching Gilmore Girls and hanging at home with my dogs
Why UW? I chose UW because I knew that being a resident here would push me to become a competent and confident clinical pharmacist who could practice at the top of my license in any area of pharmacy practice. The support system of well-trained pharmacists and the multitude of learning experiences here offer the perfect recipe for resident growth and development. I knew that I wanted a diverse, challenging, and fun residency experience - I believe that UW Health offers exactly that!
Contact E-mail: gford@uwhealth.org
Hailey Held
Pharmacy School: University of Texas at Austin
Residency Project: Incidence of New Onset Diabetes After Transplant (NODAT) in Transplant Recipients From HCV+ Donors
Career Interests: Oncology, Transplant, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine
Hobbies: Cooking, reading (mostly murder mystery), trying new restaurants or breweries, walks, exploring my new home (Madison) with my fiancé
Why UW? UW Health combines immersive clinical practice experiences with incredible support from the hospital and pharmacy staff to push pharmacy practice forward. This is a fantastic institution to train at because you practice at the top of your license, make meaningful impacts on patient care through interdisciplinary rounds, and have direct patient contact by providing comprehensive discharge counseling. These are all keys to becoming a well-rounded practitioner and sets you up for success in any career path you choose after residency. Every pharmacist at UW Health works together to ensure the best care for our patients and the best education and support for our learners. No matter where you go, there is a pharmacist there to help you. UW Health provides unmatched learning opportunities and the support to maximize those opportunities during your time here.
Contact E-mail: hheld2@uwhealth.org
Andrew Keeler
Pharmacy School: University of Wisconsin - Madison
Residency Project: Anticoagulation in the ICU
Career Interests: Cardiology, Critical Care
Hobbies: Biking, cooking, trying new restaurants, going to breweries
Why UW? I chose UW Health because of the active role the pharmacists have on patient treatment teams. Pharmacists here are a highly trusted by other healthcare professionals and are allowed to practice at the top of their license to improve patient care. Although it is an intense training environment, the preceptors I interact with on a daily basis are highly invested in my success and offer training opportunities at every corner. Beyond the clinical rigor that UW Health offers, I knew that this program would attract other resident with similar goals as mine and would be a great environment to not only grow as a learner but expand my network in the field of pharmacy as well. Finally, the projects I will get to be a part of will allow me to shape the practice of pharmacy at this institution and impact the lives of patients for years to come. The training I will receive at UW will no doubt shape myself to be the best pharmacist I could possibly be.
Contact E-mail: akeeler@uwhealth.org
Meagan Macalalag
Pharmacy School: Pacific University
Residency Project: Medication Reconciliation During Transitions of Care in Critically Ill Patients
Career Interests: Critical Care, Infectious Diseases
Hobbies: Traveling, trying new food, discovering new places and things to do, game nights, watching movies and tv series, puzzles, listening to live music, spending time with family and friends
Why UW? Residency training at UW Health has allowed me to immerse myself in progressive pharmacy practice and become a member of a team that is dedicated to advancing our profession and positively impacting healthcare. UW Health’s robust areas of practice and decentralized staffing model present a perfect opportunity to develop my clinical expertise under the guidance of outstanding medical professionals. At UW Health, pharmacists are highly involved in every aspect of patient care and contributions from pharmacists are sought and valued in various specialties. UW Health provides a learning environment that is not only conducive to my kinesthetic learning style but will continuously challenge me to grow and allow me to succeed. UW Health’s commitment to clinical excellence ensures that I will develop both confidence and autonomy in a challenging, yet supportive environment.
Contact E-mail: mmacalalag1@uwhealth.org
Ethan Meyer
Pharmacy School: University of Wisconsin - Madison
Residency Project: Outcomes of Cytomegalovirus Stewardship Program in Abdominal Transplant Recipients
Career Interests: Infectious Disease, Transplant, Critical Care
Hobbies: Camping, cycling, swimming, breweries, trying new recipes
Why UW? I chose UW Health because of the seamless integration into pharmacy practice. Residents staff in decentralized locations and are quickly immersed as part of the team. This model has allowed me to learn quickly while having access to preceptors and co-residents to support me as I learn and grow as a pharmacist. Pharmacists also provide very high level care across the continuum and are heavily involved in ensuring smooth transitions between phases. The preceptors are truly eager to support you in learning how to succeed as a pharmacist and planning future career steps.
Contact E-mail: emeyer2@uwhealth.org
Jaynika Patel
Pharmacy School: St. Louis College of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Gap Analysis of Prescription Renewal Protocol Medication Monitoring for Specialty Medications
Career Interests: Ambulatory Care, Cardiology, Pediatrics
Hobbies: Painting, cooking, reading, spending time with family and friends, watching mystery TV shows
Why UW? The combination of diverse rotations, robust mentorship, highly-qualified preceptors, and an emphasis on teaching and scholarly activities at UW Health provide a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment for me to grow into a competent, autonomous pharmacist. Furthermore, UW Health’s progressive pharmacy practice model aspires pharmacists to take initiative in almost every aspect of patient care. The interprofessional teams here also respect and warmly welcome learners at all stages of their careers. I am beyond fortunate to be a part of this program as I strive to achieve my highest professional potential and provide compassionate care to my patients
Contact E-mail: jpatel3@uwhealth.org
Noa Slotky
Pharmacy School: Northeastern University
Residency Project: Ambulatory Stewardship Tracking and Reporting Impact on Antimicrobial Prescribing
Career Interests: Infectious Disease, Oncology
Hobbies: Thrifting, reading, gardening, movie-watching, and finding new restaurants around the city
Why UW? UW Health is a place that offers the opportunity to challenge myself and grow into a competent and confident pharmacist. Not only is there a wide variety of rotations available for residents, but the pharmacists I interacted with had diverse interests and backgrounds that would enrich each clinical experience. Additionally, practicing in an academic medical center with a focus on strong pharmacist integration was crucial for choosing where to spend the next year or more. Most importantly for me, the people at UW Health emphasized continuous learning and supporting residents through the transition between student and pharmacist, and I knew that I wanted to start my pharmacy career at this institution.
Contact E-mail: nslotky@uwhealth.org