PGY1 Pharmacy Residency

Welcome! We are grateful for your interest in the PGY1 pharmacy residency program at Baptist Health Louisville. It is our vision to promote and advance your clinical proficiency, leadership skills, and teaching experience through a diverse and comprehensive learning environment that supports each resident’s individual professional goals.

As you explore our program, you will encounter robust learning experiences led by skilled and dedicated preceptors at an organization that puts people at the forefront. It is my joy to work with a pharmacy team committed to creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment that challenges and empowers each resident. At Baptist Health Louisville, we pride ourselves on a culture of excellence with a longstanding history of delivering high-quality care to the Kentuckiana region, celebrating our centennial anniversary in 2024. Additionally, Louisville is a city with a renowned culinary scene that combines heritage, charm, and creativity with its iconic horseracing industry, arts scene, and vibrant parks system.

As you consider your post-graduate training opportunities, I invite you to discover what makes our program different and to reach out with any questions. We look forward to the possibility of helping you on your journey to becoming a skilled clinician and pharmacy practice leader!

Chelsea Owen, PharmD, MPH, BCPS

PGY1 Purpose: PGY1 residency programs build upon Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education and outcomes to develop pharmacist practitioners with knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in the educational competency areas, goals, and objectives. Residents who successfully complete PGY1 residency programs will be skilled in diverse patient care, practice management, leadership, and education, and be prepared to provide patient care, seek board certification in pharmacotherapy (i.e., BCPS), and pursue advanced education and training opportunities including postgraduate year two (PGY2) residencies.

The Baptist Health Louisville PGY1 residency program provides a comprehensive training environment in a large community based hospital setting. The program is structured and administered in a manner that facilitates the professional growth of each resident and prepares pharmacists for a career of clinical excellence and a lifelong commitment to practice advancement. Responsibilities include but are not limited to disease state management, interdisciplinary patient care, drug policy development and implementation, and education of pharmacy students, patients, and healthcare providers. This program will engage each of our residents in a wide variety of direct patient care, policy development, practice research, management, teaching, and drug information delivery activities. By the conclusion of the residency year, the resident will have acquired a broad range of skills preparing them for independent clinical practice or for pursuit of specialized training in PGY2.

Baptist Health Mission, Vision, and Faith-Based Values

Mission: Baptist Health demonstrates the love of Christ by providing and coordinating care and improving health in our communities.
Vision: Baptist Health will lead in clinical excellence, compassionate care, and growth to meet the needs of our patients.
Values: As a faith-based system, Baptist Health places special emphasis on our Core Values, treating all with Integrity, Respect, and Compassion, with a focus on Excellence and Collaboration in all that we do, helping us to experience the Joy of caring for others.

Pharmacy Services Mission and Vision Statement

Mission: To provide exemplary medication therapy to all patients to achieve therapeutic outcomes and enhance the patient’s quality of life; accomplishing this through effective provision of medication therapy, integrated clinical practice, and innovative technology.
Vision: We will advance the accessibility of pharmacy services through innovative application of skilled personnel and advanced technology to improve clinical outcomes and community health.

Baptist Health Louisville is a 490-bed hospital that offers a wide range of healthcare services, making it an ideal practice site for pharmacy residents seeking comprehensive clinical experiences. The hospital has achieved Magnet® designation for excellence in nursing services four times from the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program, reflecting its commitment to superior patient care and a collaborative healthcare environment. This distinction, combined with a strong focus on professional development, creates a supportive setting for residents to engage with interdisciplinary teams and expand their clinical expertise.

Baptist Health Louisville is also a 10-time recipient of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky designation, showcasing its dedication to fostering a positive, enriching workplace culture. In addition to its accolades, the hospital has received numerous awards for quality and patient safety, particularly in areas of stroke care, oncology, cardiothoracic surgery, and sepsis. 

Residents will benefit from diverse practice opportunities in the community hospital setting while being part of a hospital system known for both clinical excellence and a strong commitment to innovation. The residency program is structured to customize rotation schedules for individual residents’ goals, to facilitate autonomy in clinical project oversight, and to cultivate leadership through departmental positions and hospital committees. Mentorship and professional support through the mentor program and the Life Pearls series demonstrates the program’s commitment to developing residents as well-rounded and confident pharmacists in all areas of professional practice.

The PGY1 pharmacy residency program at Baptist Health Louisville has been accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) since 2015.

Baptist Health Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran, and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post-offer, pre-employment drug testing.

Positions

• Four PGY1 residency positions are available annually on a competitive basis
• Program begins mid to late June depending on hospital orientation schedule

 

How to Apply

Baptist Health Louisville complies with ASHP accreditation requirements and utilizes the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS) for all applicants. All applicants must be registered with the American Society of Health-System Pharmacist (ASHP) Residency Matching Program.

Applications and all supporting documents are due by January 2, 2025 to include:

• One page letter of intent
• Curriculum vitae
• Official transcripts from your college of pharmacy
• Three references employing PhORCAS standardized reference form must be completed and submitted via PhORCAS. It is recommended that at least one of the references is from a preceptor who can speak to direct patient care skills.

The PGY-1 program is designed to provide direct patient care experiences typical of a large community hospital setting. The sequence of learning experiences is customized to meet the individual goals of the resident and to provide the resident an opportunity to be a competitive candidate for a specialized PGY2 if desired.

Concentrated Rotations

• Orientation (6 weeks)
• Critical Care (4 weeks)
• Infectious Diseases/Antimicrobial Stewardship (4 weeks)
• Internal Medicine (4 weeks)
• Pharmacy Management (4 weeks)
• Transitions of Care (4 weeks)
• Ambulatory Care (4 weeks - residents choose one of two available experiences)
  • Medication Management Clinic
  • Heart Failure Clinic

Longitudinal Rotations

• Nutrition Support (3 weeks)
• Code Response (6 weeks)
• Clinical Project Management (12 months)
• Pharmacy Distribution/Staffing (12 months)
• Research Project (12 months)
• Teaching and Learning Program (12 months)

The following elective rotations are available to the residents to tailor the residency experience to meet their individual goals and interests.

Elective Rotations

• Cardiology (4 weeks)
• Emergency Medicine (4 weeks)
• Heart Failure Clinic (4 weeks)
• Hematology/Oncology (4 weeks)
• Informatics (4 weeks)
• Medication Management Clinic (4 weeks)
• Advanced Critical Care (4 weeks)
• Advanced Emergency Medicine (4 weeks)
• Advanced Internal Medicine (4 weeks)
• Advanced Oncology and Palliative Care (4 weeks)

Pharmacy Distribution/Staffing

The pharmacy distribution/staffing learning experience is a required longitudinal 12 month learning experience. Residents will need to integrate and apply clinical knowledge and information to improve patient care when operating in a distributive pharmacy setting. The pharmacist’s role in central pharmacy includes approving medication orders, contacting providers for order clarification or recommendations, dispensing medications, supervising sterile compounding, providing medication-related information to healthcare professionals and patients, dosing medications per consult, and troubleshooting automation. The resident will be required to staff every fourth weekend in the central pharmacy and two evenings each month. Through these activities, residents will gain experience as a staff pharmacist, learning to lead teams of peers and technicians through daily pharmacy tasks. 

Clinical Project Management

Clinical Project Management is a required 12 month longitudinal learning experience that strives to provide the resident with a systematic approach to investigate and evaluate research, make decisions based on this research, and present findings to a variety of audiences. The following activities are included in the rotation:

• Participation in Baptist Health’s local and system Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committees
• Completion of a medication use evaluation, formulary reviews, and submission of medication event and adverse drug reaction events
• Education of peer pharmacists and students through journal club reviews, Lunch and Learn presentations, and an ACPE accredited continuing education lecture
• Longitudinal hospital and system committee involvement

During this rotation, the resident is introduced to essential drug information concepts that are important to clinical management, including clinical question development, levels of evidence search strategies, appraisal techniques, and basic statistical tests. These activities will teach the resident to integrate literature evaluation into their clinical decisions and develop understanding of the medication use process.

Each resident is required to complete one major research project during the training year. Research Project is a required, twelve-month, longitudinal learning experience that takes place from July to June for all residents. Residents will choose a project topic involving an area of clinical or administrative pharmacy practice.

Topics are chosen based on the following criteria:
1) an appropriate and sufficient patient population
2) available, well-documented, and retrievable data points
3) sufficient scope for a large-scale project (not more suitable for an MUE)
4) ability to complete in an appropriate time frame.

The goal of this learning experience is to introduce the resident to all phases of the research process, including project selection, study design, IRB review, data collection including development of data collection tools, statistical analysis, interpretation of results, and manuscript writing. Major deliverables for this learning experience include a presentation of the study design proposal, a research-in-progress poster presentation at a professional meeting, a platform presentation of the completed project at a regional residency conference, and a written manuscript suitable for submission for publication.

Guidance and support for the research process will be supported by no less than two assigned mentors for each project. Residents are expected to serve as the project manager who has the final responsibility for study planning, data collection, statistical analysis, and manuscript writing. They will lead the research team and be expected to coordinate meetings and project deadlines in order to keep the project on track.

Residents will participate in Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Science's Teaching and Learning Curriculum. This program includes didactic instruction in educational methods and experiential practice in lecturing, leading small group activities, and precepting. Residents will attend educational seminars focusing on skills that are applicable to a wide variety of pharmacy settings. Participants will receive individualized mentoring and will experience a variety of teaching opportunities to apply knowledge and skills gained during the educational seminars. Teaching experiences and growth in teaching skills will be documented in the resident’s teaching portfolio. Upon successful completion of the program, the participant will receive a certificate of completion from Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Baptist Health Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran, and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post-offer, pre-employment drug testing.

Residents will have the opportunity to select a mentor who will serve as a resource for general guidance and support. An opportunity for residents to meet preceptors in an informal setting will be scheduled in July or August to facilitate mentorship selection. Residents will select a mentor by the end of August. Mentor roles will include the following:

• Meet with resident at least quarterly.
• Provide general guidance and support to mentee in personal and professional balance and development of time management.
• Serve as sounding board for mentee problems/frustrations.
• Attend as many of mentee’s presentations as possible.
• Contribute assessment of burnout and resident wellbeing to quarterly development plan updates.
• Keep Residency Advisory Committee and RPD apprised of any difficulties resident may be experiencing.
• Serve as an advocate for the mentee and his/her success.

Eligible candidates for the PGY1 pharmacy residency must be:

• A graduate of or candidate for graduation from an ACPE-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program (or one in the process of pursuing accreditation) or have a Foreign Pharmacy Graduation Examination Committee (FPGEC) certificate from the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).
• Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the commonwealth of Kentucky by the start of the residency program.

Baptist Health Louisville residency programs will participate in and adhere to the rules of the ASHP Resident Matching Program. Residency candidates selected must comply with all pre-employment requirements for new employees at Baptist Health Louisville, including drug screen and immunizations. Applicants selected for employment will be bound by the rules set forth by the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists as well as applicable rules and regulations set by the state of Kentucky and federal law. Residents are required to be registered as an intern or pharmacist with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy prior to the residency start date. Residents who are not licensed as pharmacists at the start of employment are required to obtain pharmacist licensure through the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of the residency start date.

Check back here for important dates for the 2026 recruitment cycle!

Andrew Byers, PharmD
Education: University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, University of Cincinnati
Research: Evaluation of time to administration of intravenous push vs. intravenous piggyback levetiracetam and lacosamide
Practice Interests: Cardiology
Personal Interests: Golf, college athletics, powerlifting
Contact: [email protected]

Faith Douglas, PharmD
Education: Union University College of Pharmacy, University of Tennessee Martin
Research: Cisplatin/carboplatin shortage implications
Practice Interests: Ambulatory care, cardiology
Personal Interests: Movies, reading, outdoor activities (golf, kayaking, etc)
Contact: [email protected]

Keshia Guffey, PharmD
Education: Roseman University College of Pharmacy, Berea College
Research: Effect of an incisional cocktail on inpatient MMEs in patients undergoing caesarean section
Practice Interests: Internal medicine
Personal Interests: Everything outdoors! Camping, kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, hammocking, etc.
Contact: [email protected]

Katelyn Skeeters, PharmD
Education: University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, Western Kentucky University
Research: pre-post hypoglycemia after insulin treatment for hyperkalemia
Practice Interests: Emergency medicine, critical care, solid organ transplant
Personal Interests: Gym, cooking, going to the lake
Contact: [email protected]

Faith Douglas, 2024-2025 PGY1 resident: “I have been able to grow substantially over the past year as both a pharmacist and leader and that is 100% attributed to the amazing preceptors and staff that have helped guide me here at Baptist Health Louisville. I could not imagine having ended up anywhere else for my PGY1 experience!"

Keshia Guffey, 2024-2025 PGY1 resident: “This year has been challenging but very rewarding. The work culture here provides an ideal environment for professional development that has allowed me to expand my clinical skill set, professional relationships, and confidence. I have been able to explore various areas of pharmacy practice and am thankful for every opportunity throughout the year that has helped shape me into the pharmacist I am today.”

Emalee Haynes, 2023-2024 PGY1 resident: “While completing my APPE requirements, I had the good fortune of completing a rotation at Baptist Louisville Medication Management clinic. In this ambulatory clinic, I found where I wanted to be and the type of pharmacy I wanted to practice. Working with patients one-on-one to help them manage their health and to be a resource for them to better understand their condition and treatment is incredibly rewarding. I landed exactly where I needed to be for residency for both PGY1 and PGY2 Ambulatory Care, and I am grateful for every experience, every mentor, every minute I have been able to spend at Baptist Health Louisville. Residency helped me grow into a pharmacist. My strategy in choosing my elective rotations was to maximize every opportunity to learn by choosing areas I felt I needed to learn the most. During my 2 years of residency at Baptist Louisville, I was able to complete rotations in infectious diseases, oncology, critical care, management, emergency medicine, neurology, and informatics, just to name a few. I had exceptional preceptors who not only provided me with immeasurable amounts of education, support, and encouragement, they gave me their time. I received honest feedback that helped me grow, had discussions that helped me understand the whys, and had the best cheerleaders who helped me feel like a valued member of the team. Baptist Health Louisville is a special place. Not only is it located in one of the greatest cities in America, but it is also a hospital that is committed to providing the best care for the people we serve and a hospital that makes a point to appreciate its staff. I am proud to be one of the people to have experienced this positive impact! Post residency, I will be working as an Ambulatory Care Pharmacist in the medical management clinic I fell in love with during APPEs!”

Sarah Lewis, 2022-2023 PGY1 resident: “Baptist Health Louisville has been more than a workplace it's been a family for the past 5 years. Transitioning from pharmacy technician/intern to pharmacy resident felt exactly right. Residency at Baptist Health Louisville empowered me to feel confident in my clinical knowledge and expertise to establish myself as an integral part of the healthcare team. The strong preceptors, variety of residency experiences, and a residency director who both challenged and empowered me allowed for successful completion of PGY1 residency, then shortly after BCPS certification, and now continuing as a Clinical Staff Pharmacist. I will be forever grateful for this program and hospital system.”

DeAnna Stinnett, 2020-2021 PGY1 resident: “I chose Baptist Health Louisville for the community setting with opportunities in emergency medicine. Working in the ED setting during the COVID 19 pandemic afforded me experiences to overcome challenges unique to community hospitals. The passionate, knowledgeable preceptors continue to be my mentors to this day, and I am fortunate enough to work alongside them to precept and mentor current residents.”

Radhika Patel, 20216-2017 PGY1 resident: “I consider myself blessed and proud to be part of Baptist Health Louisville residency program. This program offers a huge variety of learning opportunities, support and encouragement from enthusiastic preceptors, and a challenging, yet a positive environment where one can grow as a successful well-rounded clinical pharmacist. During my residency year and followed by my career as clinical pharmacist at Baptist health Louisville, I have learned every day from everyone I have come in contact with regardless of their role in patient care. I would definitely recommend this program to every pharmacy student because once you start your residency, you will quickly come to realize like I have, that you become a part of Baptist Health family." 

Residents, preceptors, and the residency program director (RPD) are mutually responsible for ensuring that all residents progress towards the achievement of the program’s required educational goals over the course of the residency year. Preceptors provide frequent formative constructive feedback during the performance of resident’s activities on a daily or weekly basis to ensure adequate skill development.

This feedback will be specific and constructive and focus on ways that the resident can improve their performance. If needed, written formative feedback can be provided through PharmAcademic or provided through formal written evaluations such as for presentations or journal clubs. Preceptors will also conduct a competency-based, summative assessment of each resident’s performance of the goals and objectives assigned to their learning experience.

Written summative evaluations are completed through the PharmAcademic platform utilizing the evaluation scales of Needs Improvement (NI), Satisfactory Progress (SP), and Achieved (ACH). Each evaluation will be tailored to the resident experiences and will contain specific examples to justify ratings. Evaluation comments should:

• Be specific and actionable
• Use criteria related to the specific educational objectives established for the rotation
• Recognize residents’ skill development using documented examples of performance
• Focus on how residents may improve their performance with a clear path for resident progression towards Achieved (ACH) rating.

Residents will also complete summative preceptor evaluations and learning experience evaluation. Summative preceptor and learning experience evaluations follow the same requirements as above; comments should be provided to support ratings. The residency program director reviews all summative evaluations completed by preceptors and residents. If summative evaluations do not provide enough information to support assessment, they will be returned for further documentation. Evaluations should completed by the due date assigned in PharmAcademic or within 7 days.

The residency program director will complete an individualized development plan for each resident at the beginning of the residency year. The initial development plan includes resident self-reflection on career goals, practice interests, well-being and resilience, resident self-evaluation on skill level related to the program competency areas, incoming strengths and areas for improvement, and any planned changes to the residency program for the upcoming quarter. The resident will update the self-assessment quarterly, including an assessment of their progress on previously identified opportunities for improvement related to the competency areas, identification of new strengths and opportunities for improvement, changes in practice interests, changes in career goals immediately post-residency, and current assessment of well-being and resilience.

The RPD will review the resident’s self-assessment and incorporate into an updated quarterly development plan, including an assessment of progress on previously identified opportunities for improvement related to the competency areas, identification of new strengths and opportunities for improvement related to the competency areas, objectives achieved for the residency (ACHR) since the last plan update, and adjustments to the program for the resident for the upcoming quarter. Quarterly development plans will be shared with the residency advisory committee for final review to ensure that each resident is progressing toward program completion.

Residents receive an annual salary of $55,100; distributions are made on a biweekly basis.

Vacation, Holiday and Sick Leave 
It is the goal of the Baptist Health Louisville residency program to promote resident wellbeing and resilience; residents are encouraged to use all available personal leave during the residency year to facilitate a healthy work-life balance and to provide necessary time away from work.  Residents are allowed 15 days of personal leave to be used for scheduled and unscheduled time away from work during the residency year.  Personal days, sick leave, family leave, and holidays are included as part of the resident’s personal leave.  Residents will be required to staff one winter holiday and one summer holiday.  In addition, residents are permitted to take up to an additional 7 days of professional leave.  Professional leave includes time for board examinations, interview days, and time to attend approved conferences not required by the program.  

Office Space and Amenities
Each resident is assigned a personal desk space with laptop computer and double monitors. In addition, each resident has access to:

• Office supplies and copier
• In house personal phone
• Desk phone

Professional Travel

The resident will be given the opportunity to attend three professional meetings during the year. Funding will be provided for the Kentucky Pharmacy Residency Network, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Midyear Clinical Meeting, and the Great Lakes Pharmacy Resident Conference. Travel, lodging, and registration is provided for these conferences.

Benefits

The resident will receive the same benefits as any other pharmacist with similar length of service.  Benefits are reviewed in full during employee orientation and can be found in the Baptist Health Employee Handbook.  Questions regarding hospital benefits may be addressed with the Human Resources department.  Program specific and pertinent hospital benefits are summarized below:

• Health insurance – residents (and dependents) are eligible for health plan coverage through hospital-specific Benefits Guide throughout their period of employment. Premiums are deducted on a pre-tax basis.
• Disability – residents are eligible for short-term and long-term disability as regular hospital employees through the hospital-specific Benefits Guide.
• Retirement – residents are eligible to contribute to a 401k savings plan through deduction. More information is available in the hospital specific Benefits Guide.
• Employee assistance – Baptist Health supports an Employee Assistance Program that provides confidential support and help in relation to marital and family conflicts, depression, work-related stress, grief/loss, chemical dependency, or legal and financial difficulties. More information is available through individual Human Resources departments

Baptist Health Louisville seeks to provide residents with professional support beyond the educational and experiential training received via learning experiences. Baptist Health Louisville offers residents a longitudinal Life Pearls series designed to enable residents to achieve their immediate and lifelong professional and personal goals, which may include but is not limited to the following topics:

• Professionalism
• Documentation and liability
• Mental health and well-being
• Advocacy and involvement in professional organizations
• Leadership
• Resiliency and well-being
• Interviewing, CVs, and cover letter writing
• Communication and conflict styles
• Medication errors
• Financial planning
• Preparing for board certification exams

As part of leadership and professional development, residents will serve longitudinally in a departmental role. Resident roles include the following: Recruitment Chair Social Chair Community Service Co-Chair (2).

Baptist Health offers a wide range of wellness resources and programs to support the seven areas of well-being: emotional, physical, intellectual, social, environmental, financial, and spiritual. Resources range from confidential counseling and legal assistance to special leave policies, financial assistance, and online libraries of instructional and inspirational videos. These resources can be accessed through the HR Portal site on BEN. 

Recognizing that physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being is vital to resident accomplishment and success in a rigorous training environment, Baptist Health Louisville Residency Programs are committed to supporting resident well-being. Residency program support will occur through the following mechanisms:

1. Well-being discussion through the resident Life Pearls series intended to provide a safe and dedicated environment for open discussion

2. Formal mentorship program with mentors serving as a resource for general guidance and support

3. Well-being activities including department engagement activities, social outings, and residency celebrations

4. Service opportunities which are a key strategy to build community and combat burnout and compassion fatigue through giving back and serving others. Service opportunities will be coordinated in conjunction with Community Service chairs of the residency program.

Burnout can be identified by emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and/or low sense of personal accomplishment. Residents are encouraged to complete the APhA Pharmacy Professional Well-Being Index. The Well-Being Index is a research-validated tool that evaluates your fatigue, depression, burnout, anxiety, and stress. It takes only five minutes to complete and can be assessed as often as you like to track your well-being over time. It will require new users to create a profile but it is a free, confidential, and anonymous tool.

Free parking is available for employees at all practice sites associated with the PGY1 residency program. Transportation and lodging for required conferences are provided by Baptist Health Louisville.

Louisville, Kentucky offers a vibrant and welcoming environment for pharmacy residents. Known for its rich cultural heritage, the city blends Southern charm with urban vitality. Louisville is home to a variety of attractions, from the world-famous Kentucky Derby and historic Bourbon distilleries to a thriving arts scene with museums, theaters, and live music venues. Sports enthusiasts can cheer on the University of Louisville Cardinals, the Louisville City FC soccer team, the Racing Louisville FC women’s soccer team, and the Louisville Bats, Louisville's minor league baseball team. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the scenic parks, including the expansive Cherokee Park and Parklands, and the nearby hiking trails of Jefferson Memorial Forest. The city’s cost of living is affordable, and residents can enjoy diverse neighborhoods and a constantly growing and evolving food scene. With a mild four-season climate, Louisville experiences warm summers and picturesque falls, making it an inviting place to call home year-round.

Louisville, Kentucky and its surrounding areas offer a variety of neighborhoods and towns that are ideal for pharmacy residents seeking convenient and comfortable housing. St. Matthews is a popular choice for its blend of suburban charm and urban convenience, with plenty of shopping, dining, and parks, making it great for those who want a family-friendly environment with easy access to downtown. The Highlands is another vibrant neighborhood, known for its eclectic vibe, walkable streets, and an array of local restaurants, bars, and shops. It’s perfect for residents looking for a lively, artsy atmosphere while being close to the city’s cultural hotspots.

NuLu (New Louisville) offers a more modern, trendy option, with its contemporary apartments, art galleries, and trendy dining options. It’s an excellent choice for those who enjoy a hip, urban lifestyle. Middletown, located a bit farther out, offers a more suburban setting with spacious housing and a quieter environment, while still providing convenient access to the city via major highways. For those open to commuting from across the river, Jeffersonville and New Albany in Indiana are great options. These towns offer more affordable housing while maintaining a small-town feel, with their own local dining and shopping scenes just a short drive away from downtown Louisville.

Louisville, KY offers a wide range of recreational activities, perfect for those who love to stay active or simply unwind after a busy week. The city is home to an impressive park system, including the Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Cherokee Park, Iroquois Park, and the expansive Waterfront Park along the Ohio River. Whether you’re into hiking, cycling, or just enjoying the outdoors, Louisville’s parks provide plenty of options to recharge. For those who enjoy water activities, kayaking and paddleboarding are popular on the Ohio River and other nearby lakes and streams, and there are numerous trails at the nearby Jefferson Memorial Forest, the largest urban forest in the United States.

Culture lovers will find plenty to explore in Louisville’s rich arts and history scene. The Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and the Kentucky Derby Museum offer unique insights into the city’s iconic past, while the Speed Art Museum and the Muhammad Ali Center provide enriching cultural experiences. Food enthusiasts will love Louisville’s growing reputation as a culinary destination. The city boasts an eclectic dining scene, from Southern comfort food and award-winning barbecue to modern fusion and farm-to-table cuisine. In the evenings, residents can explore the local nightlife, with live music venues, bourbon bars, and cozy cocktail lounges in neighborhoods like the Highlands and NuLu, making Louisville a dynamic and exciting place to live.

Louisville, Kentucky, is an excellent city for families, offering a range of quality schools, childcare options, and family-friendly activities. The city is served by Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS), one of the largest school districts in the state, with a diverse array of programs including gifted education, language immersion, and magnet schools focusing on specialized subjects. For families seeking private or parochial education, Louisville also offers numerous highly regarded schools. Childcare options are plentiful, with a variety of preschools, in-home care services, and daycare centers, including Baptist Health Louisville's own Child Development Center, that cater to the diverse needs of working parents.

Louisville’s family-friendly environment extends to its wide array of activities and attractions designed with children in mind. The Louisville Zoo is a popular destination for families, offering interactive exhibits and educational programs. Waterfront Park features playgrounds, splash parks, and expansive green spaces perfect for picnics and outdoor fun. The Kentucky Science Center offers hands-on exhibits that inspire curiosity in children of all ages, while indoor play spaces like House of Boom and the Renaissance Fun Park provide fun options for rainy days. The city also hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the year, making Louisville a welcoming and engaging place for families.

Past Residents and First Position after Residency

2023-2024 Residency Class

Maddy Benton, PharmD, MCHC

PGY2 Critical Care at Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater, FL

 

Chris Cornett, PharmD

PGY2 Oncology at University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH

 

Emalee Haynes, PharmD

PGY2 Ambulatory Care at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

Madeline Wermeling, PharmD

PGY2 Emergency Medicine at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL

 

2022-2023 Residency Class

Natalie (Hack) Taylor, PharmD

Pharmacist at Baptist Health LaGrange CBC

 

Sarah Lewis, PharmD, BCPS

Clinical Pharmacist at Clark Memorial Hospital in Clarksville, IN

 

Michelle (Murphy) Brooksbank, PharmD

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Regional One Hospital in Memphis, TN

 

2021-2022 Residency Class

Jasmine (Browning) Collins, PharmD, BCOP

PGY2 Oncology at Ohio State University in Columbus, OH

 

Joel Garcia, PharmD

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN

 

Devin Greene, PharmD, BCPS

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY

 

Morgan Grier, PharmD

PGY2 Ambulatory Care at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC

 

2020-2021 Residency Class

Whitney Hartlage, PharmD

PGY2 Infectious Diseases at University of Washington in Seattle, WA

 

Trey Shoop, PharmD

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

DeAnna Stinnett, PharmD

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

Sabrina (Vories) Hall, PharmD

PGY2 Ambulatory Care at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

2019-2020 Residency Class

Rachel Engle, PharmD

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, IN

 

Adam Kahleifeh, PharmD, BCOP

PGY2 Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York City, NY

 

Mato Stjepic, PharmD, BCEMP

Opioid Stewardship Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

2028-2019 Residency Class

Peyton Howell, PharmD

PGY2 Critical Care at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, VA

 

Gretchen (Junker) Pardo, PharmD, BCOP

PGY2 Oncology at University of Kansas in Kansas City, KS

 

Kendall Miller, PharmD, BCOP

PGY2 Oncology at Wake Forest Baptist in Winston Salem, NC

 

2017-2018 Residency Class

Ilya Rybakov, PharmD, BCIDP

PGY2 Infectious Diseases at Hospital Sisters Health System St. John’s in Springfield, IL

 

Logan Roberts, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

PGY2 Oncology at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD

 

2016-2017 Residency Class

Radhika Patel, PharmD, BCPS

Clinical staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

Vishal Patel, PharmD

PGY2 Critical Care at Community Medical Center in Toms River, NJ

 

2015-2016 Residency Class

Kevin Maginnis, PharmD

Clinical Outcomes Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

 

James Terry, PharmD

Clinical Staff Pharmacist at Baptist Health Louisville in Louisville, KY

Chelsea Owen, PharmD, MPH, BCPS

PGY1 Residency Program Director

[email protected]