Sumera Khaja-Syed

• Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
• Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans through appropriate medication therapy management.
• Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by assisting in inventory management, medication storage organization, and restocking shelves.
• Encouraged patient adherence to prescribed therapies by conducting follow-up calls and addressing any concerns or barriers they may have encountered.

Preceptor: Vishwas Dave, PharmD

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care to diverse patient populations within the hospital setting.
• Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
• Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
• Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
• Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
• Collaborated with pharmacists to review medication orders for accuracy, drug-drug interactions, and potential allergies.
• Utilized electronic medical records systems to maintain accurate documentation of patient information and prescription history.
• Participated in interdisciplinary rounds as part of the healthcare team, providing valuable input on medication-related issues and potential solutions.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the pharmacy department, contributing insights to enhance patient care processes and optimize resources utilization.
• Delivered a comprehensive presentation on updated stroke guidelines, demonstrating proficiency in research, synthesis of complex medical information, and effective communication of critical healthcare protocols to interdisciplinary teams.

Preceptor: Damien Alpizar, PharmD.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex infections.
• Developed targeted interventions for reducing hospital-acquired infections, contributing to overall improvement in quality metrics.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of various infection control interventions, using data-driven approaches to inform ongoing quality improvement efforts.
• Facilitated seamless transitions from hospitalization to outpatient follow-up care, fostering continuity in disease management strategies.
• Participated in research initiatives aimed at advancing the understanding of infectious diseases and their management, translating findings into clinical practice improvements.
• Monitored antibiotic usage patterns within the unit, helping guide stewardship efforts aimed at minimizing resistance development.
• Conducted thorough assessments of patients presenting with symptoms suggestive of infectious diseases, enabling prompt diagnosis and initiation of appropriate treatments.

Preceptor: Shawn Thomas, PharmD.

• Actively participated during ICU interdisciplinary team meetings, providing valuable insights related to patient care and medication management.
• Actively participated in hospital committees focused on enhancing patient safety through continuous performance improvement efforts.
• Streamlined pharmacy operations by implementing efficient workflow strategies and inventory control measures.
• Stayed up-to-date on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in industry research.
• Assisted with the development of clinical practice guidelines and protocols to ensure evidence-based medication use across the institution.
• Implemented various medication therapy management services, such as drug therapy monitoring, pharmacokinetic dosing, and therapeutic drug monitoring.

Preceptor: Michael Laboon, PharmD.

• Supported pharmacy operations by preparing medication labels, packaging medications, and assembling daily dosage packs for patients.
• Exhibited strong teamwork skills by working collaboratively with fellow pharmacy interns and staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Managed pharmacy automation systems, particularly Accuflex Single Dose Medication Packaging Automation, effectively, increasing efficiency while maintaining high levels of accuracy in dispensing medications.
• Provided age-appropriate vaccines according to CDC guidelines at a nursing home facility, ensuring accurate dosages were administered based on individual needs.

Preceptor: Ray Sawaged, PharmD.

• Assisted in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the ongoing advancement of ambulatory care pharmacy practices.
• Maintained a professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient concerns or emergencies that arose within the clinical setting.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to manage acute exacerbations of chronic illnesses, such as HIV and osteoporosis, while minimizing hospitalization risk for ambulatory patients.
• Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental factors that influence overall health status in order to develop individualized care plans.
• Facilitated patient education sessions on topics such as disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications, promoting self-care strategies for improved health outcomes.
• Promoted continuity of care by collaborating with primary care providers to ensure seamless transitions between healthcare settings.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices for ambulatory care pharmacy guidelines.
• Managed complex medical cases involving multiple chronic conditions, skillfully coordinating care across various specialties.

Preceptor: Amusa Adebayo

• Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous data collection and analysis methods of noisome encapsulation of antibiotics for targeting multi-drug resistant strains.
• Mastered the use of equipment such as, LCMS, Flash Chromatography, UV Spectrophotometer, Dissolution Testers and Rotavap.
• Maintained laboratory safety standards by ensuring proper handling of chemicals and biological specimens as well as adherence to safety protocols.
• Developed educational videos on compounding for upcoming laboratory students.
• Mastered efficient preparation of various dosage forms including creams, tablets, capsules, solutions, emulsions and suspensions.
• Calculated batch records for final batch weight, needed volume, simple metric conversions and raw materials measured.
• Maintained strict quality control measures and ensured compliance with USP guidelines.
• Ensured sterile conditions within the compounding environment through rigorous adherence to cleaning protocols.

Preceptor: Princy Mathews, PharmD

• Supported pharmacy workflow efficiency by promptly processing prescription orders and maintaining accurate patient profiles in the electronic health record system.
• Conducted comprehensive medication counseling sessions for patients, improving adherence rates and promoting better understanding of their treatment plans.
• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing patient concerns professionally and empathetically, fostering trust between patients and the pharmacy team.
• Streamlined pharmacy operations by assisting in inventory management, medication storage, and organization of pharmaceuticals.
• Assisted patients with insurance issues and facilitated prior authorizations to ensure timely access to necessary medications.
• Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
• Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
• Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
• Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.

Preceptor: Jacqueline Di Piazza, PharmD

• Improved pharmacy efficiency by maintaining an organized workspace, ensuring quick access to medications and supplies.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by accurately processing and filling prescription orders in a timely manner.
• Coordinated seamless transitions of care for discharged hospital patients receiving outpatient prescriptions from our pharmacy.
• Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
• Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
• Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.

Preceptor: Vishwas Dave, PharmD.

• Mastered EPIC EMR to manage electronic health records, input prescription information, and track inventory levels efficiently.
• Developed strong relationships with fellow healthcare professionals, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork to achieve common goals.
• Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
• Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
• Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.

• Interacted with registered pharmacists in the hospital setting (er, neurology, cardiac) to gain insight into the daily operations of a pharmacy and pharmacy experience.
• Assisted in assigning work tasks to staff members and inputted data into a database.
• Taught how to check prescriptions filled by technicians.
• Interacted with other physicians and medical staff during consults for proper medication dosages prior to administration of the drug.
• Learned to verify prescriptions the essential aspects for proper billing of a prescription, and the need to inspect and document home medications.