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How were you involved as a student?

I was an e-board member of ASHP-SSP & APhA-ASP. I was also a tutor and student ambassador.

What were some of your favorite parts of attending SOPPS?

My favorite part of going to school here was spending time with and learning alongside/from exceptional professionals in our field. I have made lasting friendships from my time at SOPPS and gained invaluable colleagues and mentors who play a major role in my daily life.

Is there anyone you’d like to thank at SOPPS?

As generic as this sounds, I would like to thank all of my professors for their guidance throughout my time at SOPPS and beyond! I also would like to thank all of the support staff (ex. Amanda & Andrea) for cheering us on and supporting us every step of the way.

What advice do you have for current students?

My biggest piece of advice for current students is to remember to take time for yourself. Pharmacy school can be very challenging and demanding, so it is crucial to remember to take breaks and do something that brings you joy outside of just striving for an A. Another piece of advice is to stay curious and always ask questions. Whether it is in class or on rotations, there is no such thing as a silly question! People will notice and appreciate your willingness to learn, curiosity, and thoroughness.

How have your perceptions of the pharmacy field changed since choosing to become a pharmacist?

As someone with no healthcare background before working in an inpatient pharmacy & starting pharmacy school, my eyes were opened to the impact pharmacists have on the lives of their patients, whether they are aware of it or not, every single day. From recommending medications to treat the common cold, to autonomously dosing vancomycin to treat a bloodstream infection, to helping alleviate copay costs for life-saving medications, pharmacists are key healthcare team members that improve patients’ lives every single day.

Where are you working now? What’s your specialty?

I recently accepted a new position as the inaugural ambulatory care pharmacist at Cayuga Health in Ithaca. My specialty is ambulatory care in specialty pharmacy. Currently I have collaborative practice agreements to work with neurology and rheumatology providers to treat their patients with migraines and rheumatoid arthritis, respectively.

How do you stay involved with SOPPS?

I was chosen to be a part of the Pharmacy Alumni Leaders (PAL) so I am excited for the opportunities this organization will offer! I would also love to be a SOPPS preceptor in the future, or be a part of an alumni event or panel and speak to current students about my experiences.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I love to read, travel, and be outside! I also love to spend time with friends & family.