E. Silvie Suh
Bloomfield,CT
Summary
Board-certified oncology pharmacy manager with 20+ years of clinical experience. Specializes in sterile compounding supervision, regulatory policy alignment, and EHR optimization. Committed to enhancing patient safety and improving operational efficiency in complex healthcare environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Pharmacy Manager
Starling Physicians
Wethersfield, CT
07.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily oncology pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards in clean room management and sterile compounding supervision.
- Managed procurement of medications and clinical supplies, facilitating uninterrupted patient care and operational continuity.
- Led integration of ICU Medical Diana system in clean room to maximize sterile compounding accuracy and patient safety.
- Updated hazardous drug handling and chemotherapy policies, achieving alignment with ASCO/ONS safety standards for QOPI certification.
- Implemented closed system transfer devices (CSTDs) clinic-wide, significantly reducing occupational exposure risks.
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist
St Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Trinity Health of New England
Hartford, CT
07.2003 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team during daily clinical rounds to make comprehensive pharmacotherapy recommendations and evaluate individualized chemotherapy plans for optimized patient outcomes.
- Review and validate Epic Beacon oncology treatment plans.
- Participated in oncology medication safety committee to identify and implement strategies that enhance patient safety and reduce medication errors.
- Provided drug information and education to healthcare professionals and patients to enhance understanding of treatment protocols and medication management.
- Acted as a pharmacist member of the national level Trinity Health Oncology Clinical Excellence Council.
- Hospital policy review and update hematology/oncology medications.
- Implemented inpatient oncology rotation for PGY-1 pharmacy residents, served as oncology rotation preceptor for students and residents.
- Mentored pharmacy residents in clinical education settings.
- Achievements/Tasks
Oncology Pharmacist
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute
Hartford, CT
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Reviewed and optimized drug therapy regimens for oncology patients in outpatient infusion center to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Oversaw supportive personnel for safe and precise preparation of oncology drugs in sterile compounding area, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Clinical Pharmacist
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Hartford, CT
07.2001 - 06.2003
Pharmacy Practice Resident PGY-1
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Hartford, CT
07.2000 - 06.2001
Education
Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) -
Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) -
Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Registered Pharmacist -
Connecticut State Board of Pharmacy
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D. 2000
- Albany College of Pharmacy, Albany, NY
Timeline
Oncology Pharmacy Manager
Starling Physicians
07.2024 - Current
Oncology Pharmacist
Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute
10.2020 - 06.2024
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist
St Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Trinity Health of New England
07.2003 - 06.2024
Clinical Pharmacist
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
07.2001 - 06.2003
Pharmacy Practice Resident PGY-1
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
07.2000 - 06.2001
Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) -
Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) -
Board of Pharmacy Specialties
Registered Pharmacist -
Connecticut State Board of Pharmacy