PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Memorial Regional Hospital
The purpose of PGY1 Pharmacy Residency programs is to build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education. Outcomes contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions. Post residency, candidates are eligible for board certification and postgraduate year two (PGY2) pharmacy residency training.
The PGY1 Pharmacy Residency Program at Memorial Regional Hospital was established in 2006 and is American Society of Health (ASHP) accredited. Memorial's pharmacy residents practice excellent, patient-focused pharmaceutical care, with the goals of promoting favorable patient outcomes, improving the health status of the community and achieving a high level of patient satisfaction. Residents study several clinical specialties and provide care for a wide range of patients. They also educate patients, pharmacists, nurses, physicians and other members of the healthcare team on drug-related topics.
Our multi-site residency program has affiliated experiences with Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Memorial Regional Hospital South and Memorial Cancer Institute. Upon completion, participants are competent pharmacists with enhanced clinical skills and knowledge, able to contribute greatly to the pharmacy profession.
About Our Program
Positions available:
- 5 Traditional PGY1 positions: Memorial Regional Hospital (NMS Code 121313)
- 1 Non-traditional PGY1 positions: Memorial Regional Hospital
All applicants must follow the instructions below to apply:
- Deadline for applications and all requirements for acceptance is January 5th of every year.
- Applications will only be accepted using PhORCAS.
- Register at The Match-ASHP Resident Matching Program (NMS Code 121313).
- Submit an application through the PhORCAS website.
- Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy degree program.
- Eligible for Florida Pharmacist Licensure and a Florida Pharmacy Intern license.
PhORCAS Application Requirements
- Completed PhORCAS application
- Full application with Curriculum Vitae
- College of Pharmacy transcript(s)
- Minimum of three (3) references using the standard PhORCAS template
- Letter of intent
Rotations
This residency is a 12-month progressive residency program offering clinical rotations in:
- Advanced Hospital
- Cardiology
- Critical Care
- Emergency Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Psychiatry
- Research
- Transitions of Care
- Trauma
Elective Rotations
- Administration
- Ambulatory Care
- Infectious Diseases
- Neonatology
- Oncology
- Toxicology
- Transplant
Longitudinal Experiences
- Education
- Meeting Participation
- Quality and Medication Safety
- Research
- Staffing
Additional training within our residency program includes a teaching certificate option, an expanded mentorship program and resident continuing education journal club presentations. The residency program will be customized to meet individual interests. Designated project time is provided for research. Membership and registration fees are covered for professional meetings.
Meet Our Faculty
Director of Pharmacy Services
Memorial Regional Hospital
Manager, Pharmacy Residency
PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency Program Director
Memorial Regional Hospital
Residency Program Coordinator
Memorial Regional Hospital
PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Residency Program Director
Memorial Regional Hospital
Clinical Coordinator – Psychiatry
PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Residency Coordinator
Memorial Regional Hospital
Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator, Oncology
PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program Director
Memorial Cancer Institute
PGY2 Emergency Medicine Pharmacy Residency Program Director
Memorial Regional Hospital
PGY2 Cardiology Pharmacy Residency Director
Memorial Regional Hospital
PGY2 Critical Care Pharmacy Residency Program Director
Memorial Regional Hospital
Pharmacy Population Health and Transitions Manager
Care PGY2 Pharmacy Residency Coordinator
Population Health Pharmacy Services
Meet Our Residents
Christine Dorrity, PharmD
Christine Dorrity, PharmD, was born in Wilmington, NC, and raised in Georgia before moving to Florida. She later relocated to West Palm Beach and earned her Doctor of Pharmacy at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Dr. Dorrity’s professional interests include infectious diseases, antimicrobial stewardship, and critical care, with a particular passion for optimizing antimicrobial therapy and improving patient outcomes. She aspires to pursue specialized training in infectious diseases and continue advancing her clinical practice through interdisciplinary patient care, research, and antimicrobial stewardship. Outside of pharmacy, she enjoys spending time at the beach, swimming, trying new restaurants, exploring South Florida, and spending time with friends and family.
Research: Comparison of Vancomycin AUC-Guided Versus Trough-Guided Dosing and Monitoring
Contact
cdorrity@mhs.net
Denise Fiesta, PharmD
Denise Fiesta, PharmD, earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Chicago State University College of Pharmacy and her Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences from Roosevelt University. Her professional interests are centered in oncology, with a particular interest in optimizing medication therapy, advancing evidence-based care, and supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. Dr. Fiesta is passionate about contributing to research and quality improvement initiatives, advancing the role of pharmacists within interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and continuing to grow as a clinical pharmacist. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new restaurants, spending time with family and friends, traveling, and discovering new places.
Research: Real-World Frontline Treatment Patterns and Outcomes in Patients with Metastatic EGFR-Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Contact
dfiesta@mhs.net
Tamula Turnquest, PharmD
Tamula Turnquest, PharmD, was born and raised in South Florida. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Howard University’s College of Pharmacy. Dr. Turnquest’s professional interests include pediatrics and maternal health, and she hopes to support the health of mothers and their babies through individualized patient care. She is dedicated to continuous learning, improving patient outcomes, and mentoring future pharmacy professionals. In her free time, she enjoys trying new restaurants, traveling, and playing her Nintendo Switch.
Research: Evaluating the Impact of Patient-Controlled Analgesia Implementation on Pain Management in an Outpatient Sickle Cell Infusion Clinic
Contact
taturnquest@mhs.net
Skye Waterman, PharmD, MS
Skye Waterman, PharmD, MS, was born and raised in Boca Raton, FL. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from Nova Southeastern University’s Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy. Dr. Waterman’s professional interests include oncology and infectious diseases, and he hopes to combine these interests in a career as an oncology pharmacist, helping patients optimize their treatment, recovery, and overall well-being. He plans to pursue a PGY2 residency in oncology and hopes to continue his career with Memorial Healthcare System and looks forward to growing as a clinical pharmacist and serving as a preceptor and mentor to future pharmacy students. Outside of pharmacy, he enjoys playing tennis and looks forward to starting a family soon with his wife, Sammy.
Research: Real-World Outcomes of First-Line Nivolumab, Doxorubicin, Vinblastine, and Dacarbazine in Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma
Chance Yurco, PharmD
Chance Yurco, PharmD, was born and raised in Hilton Head Island, SC. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of South Carolina Norman J. Arnold School of Public Health, and his Doctor of Pharmacy from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy. Dr. Yurco’s professional interests include oncology and psychiatry. In his free time, he enjoys playing the guitar, watching hockey, and going to the beach.
Research: Optimizing Management of Immune Thrombocytopenia: Evaluation of Guideline Adherence and Treatment Outcomes at a Community Based Hospital
Contact
cyurco@mhs.net
Yania Alzola Zaroza, PharmD
Yania Alzola Zaroza, PharmD, was born and raised in Cuba and later moved to South Florida. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Larkin University College of Pharmacy. Dr. Zaroza’s professional interests include cardiology and psychiatry, with a particular interest in advancing her clinical knowledge and optimizing medication therapy to improve patient outcomes. She is passionate about providing patient-centered care, collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and continuing to grow as a clinical pharmacist. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, traveling, and creating new memories with her family.
Research: Clinical Outcomes Associated with Pharmacist Interventions for Patients Who Refuse Pharmacological Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis.
Contact
yalzolazaroza@mhs.net
Non-Traditional Pharmacy Resident
Bryan Vaz, PharmD
Bryan Vaz, PharmD, was born and raised in Jamaica. He earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Technology, Jamaica. Driven by a desire to advance his clinical knowledge and further enhance the care he provides to patients, he continued his education at Nova Southeastern University, where he earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Dr. Vaz’s professional interests include oncology, emergency medicine, and critical care. He is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care and optimizing outcomes for diverse patient populations. In his spare time, he enjoys watching movies, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.
Research: Improving Medication Access Prior to Hospital Discharge Through a Pharmacy-Led Medication Equity Framework
Contact
bvaz@mhs.net
2025-2026
Catherine Hungler, PharmD
Current Role: PGY2 in Psychiatry
Gregory Pierre Louis, PharmD
Current Role: PGY2 in Cardiology
Jasmyne Noel, PharmD
Current Role: PGY2 in Pediatrics, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Angela Smith, PharmD, MPH
Current Role: PGY2 in Cardiology
Anatolly Zekhtser, PharmD
Current Role: PGY2 in Critical Care
Cristina Thompson, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist
2024-2025
Rama Atwan, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Regional Hospital
Lindsay Brooks, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Regional Hospital
Kyle Holder, PharmD
Current Role: PGY2 in Emergency Medicine, Memorial Regional Hospital
Diandra Lee, PharmD
Current Role: Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Cancer Institute
Ashley Hicks, PharmD
Current Role: Medical Science Liaison, Bristol Myers Squibb
T’yanna Montague, PharmD
Current Role: Medical Science Liaison, Bristol Myers Squibb
2023-2024
Sophia Galvez, PharmD
Current Role: Cardiology Clinical Pharmacist, Memorial Regional Hospital
Jenoy Merchant, PharmD
Current Role: Bristol Myers Squibb Neuroscience Medical Science Liaison
Chidinma Ogbenna, PharmD
Current Role: Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Regional Hospital
Maxwell Okunrobo, PharmD
Current Role: Syneos Hematology Medical Science Liaison
Gabriela Sastre Perez, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist, Memorial Specialty Pharmacy
Ivanna Lugo Zamora, PharmD
Current Role: Cardiology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Regional Hospital
2022-2023
Baotran (Chloe) Huynh, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist, University of Florida Health Cancer Center
Caroline Khalif, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Joseph Moncayo, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist, Memorial Regional Hospital
Sydney Richardson, PharmD, MBA
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist at Memorial Hospital West
Duy Tran, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Cardiology at Memorial Regional Hospital
2021-2022
Natalie Marie Lopez, PharmD, MBA CHS
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Oncology, Baptist Health
Anthony Allen Reeves, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Ambulatory Care, Memorial Regional Hospital
Brittney Peak, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist at Broward Health Coral Springs
Jimiece Thomas, PharmD, MPH
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Emergency Medicine, Memorial Regional Hospital
Enisdreysis Lazo de la Vega, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist, Memorial Regional Hospital South
2020-2021
Amneh Fares, PharmD
Current Role: Oncology Clinical Coordinator, Memorial Cancer Institute
Daniel Julien, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Internal Medicine, Baptist Health
Brittney Romer, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Psychiatry, Memorial Regional Hospital
Delany Santos Ferrer, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Hospital Miramar
Patricia Munoz, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Chanel Thompson, PharmD
Current Role: Transitions of Care Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Memorial Regional Hospital
2019-2020
Kayla Brice, PharmD, BCPS
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Hematology/Oncology, Memorial Hospital West
Tara Smith, PharmD, BCPS
Current Role: Psychiatric Clinical Pharmacist, Memorial Regional Hospital
Abdul Naveed Syed, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist, Memorial Regional Hospital
2018-2019
Kush Kumar, PharmD
Current Role: Clinical Specialist in Oncology, Baptist Health
Noah Lipshutz, PharmD, BCCCP
Current Role: Clinical Pharmacist, Sutter Medical Center
Damaal Walker, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP
Current Role: Clinical Coordinator for Oncology, Memorial Regional Hospital
Kasraie Williamson, PharmD, BSN
Current Role: Inpatient Mental Health Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, Washington, DC VA Medical Center
Contact
Carla Hawkins Smith, PharmD, BCPS
Manager, Pharmacy Residency
Memorial Regional Hospital
chawkinssmith@mhs.net
954-265-5424
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